Derby’s Dacia Root – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
By Angela Brunk Dacia Root is a senior at Derby High School and a dedicated member of the wrestling team. Over her high school career, wrestling has become her main athletic focus and has helped shape her mindset both on and off the mat. As she enters her senior season, Root is motivated to continue […]
Erie’s Addicyn Martin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
Photo by Kel Holiday By Angela Brunk Addicyn Martin is a senior at Erie High School and competes in the 140-pound weight class on the wrestling team. Wrestling has been an important part of her high school experience, helping her grow as both an athlete and a teammate. As she enters her senior season, Martin […]
Decatur Community’s Tyler Ostmeyer – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Tyler Ostmeyer – Decatur Community The Paint Anchor Decatur Community’s interior identity starts with 6-foot-5 senior center Tyler Ostmeyer. In a program looking to take the next step after a 10–11 campaign, he supplies consistent scoring and rebounding in the paint. Head coach Kyle Breth described Ostmeyer as “our best player,” “a force on both offense and […]
Meade’s Jeremaine Conley – Football Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance
Jeremaine Conley – Meade A Complete Receiver For Meade, explosive plays through the air often had the same result: the ball in the hands of a dynamic sophomore. Wide receiver Jeremaine “Maine” Conley gave the Buffaloes a big-play threat in the eight-man game, stretching defenses vertically and winning in traffic. Head coach Clint Kuhns laid […]
Salina Central’s Cooper Reves – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk As a senior at Salina Central, Cooper Reves is entering the upcoming wrestling season with experience, purpose, and a deep love for the sport. A proven competitor on the national stage, Reves is most excited to get back on the mat, not just to compete, but to help those around him improve […]
Columbus’ Jayden Rodriguez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink
By Angela Brunk Jayden Rodriguez, a senior at Columbus High School, is entering his final wrestling season with purpose, maturity, and a team-first mindset. Competing in the 157-pound weight class, Rodriguez is focused on continued growth as both an athlete and a leader, while helping Columbus compete with some of the top wrestling programs across […]
Lyons’ Hendrix Starbuck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tory Tipp Insurance & Partners
By Cooper Chadwick As a dual-sport athlete for Lyons, senior Hendrix Starbuck has had a very busy offseason. Starbuck, who plays linebacker and quick guard for the Lions, also participated in track and field. Starbuck was looking forward to his senior season with the Lions this year. “I’m excited for how physical and fast our team […]
Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Maize South
The first stop of 2026 on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to Maize South’s Josh Glover on signing to run track at Friends
Bishop Carroll’s Avery McCorry – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Two Brothers BBQ
By Blake Chadwick As she looks to cap off an impressive multi-sport career, Bishop Carroll senior Avery McCorry has proven to be one of the most dynamic and versatile athletes in Kansas. A three-sport standout in basketball, volleyball, and soccer, McCorry has consistently found herself at the center of success as she has helped her […]
Wichita South Titans – Basketball Preview – Presented by Don Payne State Farm
League: GWAL BOYS Head Coach: Chuck Gunter Last Five Seasons: 2025 – 4-17 2024 – 10-12 2023 – 11-10 2022 – 9-12 2021 – 7-14 Key Returning Players: Maliek Saunders, 6-0, sr., G; Jayshon Simmons, 6-1, sr., G; Jamison Howard, 6-3, jr., G; Sean Patterson, 6-2, jr., F Coach Gunter says: “If the player’s team […]