Buhler’s Cole Unruh – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
Photo by Cole Campbell By Angela Brunk Buhler High School senior Cole Unruh is closing out his high school cross country career with a sense of accomplishment. This season marks the first time Unruh has been to regionals, a major milestone after six years of dedication to the sport. “My big goal this year was […]
Maize’s Olivia Pruitt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Maize High School senior Olivia Pruitt has made the most of her final year, taking on new challenges and leading by example both on and off the course. As a varsity runner for the Maize cross country team, Pruitt has shown impressive dedication and growth, even though this is her first season […]
Washburn Rural Softball – Q & A with Josie Carlgren – Presented by Dave Tew Shelter Insurance
1. What do you love most about being a student-athlete at Washburn Rural HS? I love making so many memories with all the new people I meet and being an athlete at WRHS pushes me to be my best self everyday. 2. What grade are you in and what is your favorite subject? I am […]
McPherson’s Reesa Whorton – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Traci Whorton By Angela Brunk As a senior on the McPherson High School cross country team, Reesa Whorton has taken on her final season with determination, consistency, and a positive mindset. After an injury-plagued junior year, Whorton returned focused on dropping her time by at least a minute while listening to her body […]
Derby’s Rowan Ake – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink
Photo by Sophia Rogers By Angela Brunk Derby High School senior Rowan Ake is approaching his final cross country season with clear goals and unwavering determination. Ake’s primary focus is to push himself to his limits in every race and ensure that he leaves everything on the course. His ultimate goal is to qualify for […]
Salina Central’s Kaylie Shultz – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Huey Counts By Angela Brunk Salina Central junior Kaylie Shultz is no stranger to success on the cross country course, and this season she’s aiming even higher. A standout distance runner, Shultz has set her sights on qualifying for the state meet both individually and with her team. A goal well within reach […]
Campus’ Jada Arneson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Jada Arneson, a junior at Campus High School, is a dedicated cross country runner with big goals and a bigger heart. As she continues to push her limits on the course, Arneson is striving to break her personal record of 21:34 in the 5K. This is a goal that fuels her training […]
Derby’s Ryleigh Kelley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Photo by Sophia Rogers By Angela Brunk Ryleigh Kelley, a senior at Derby High School, is a dedicated member of the varsity cross country team with big goals for her final season. As a returning runner, Kelley is aiming to break the 22-minute mark in the 5K and play a key role in helping her […]
Derby’s Brianna Bruce – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Geraldine Orchard By Angela Brunk As a senior at Derby High School, Brianna Bruce is making her final cross country season one to remember. A Panther with determination and heart, Bruce has her sights set on breaking her personal record and qualifying for State, not just individually, but as a team. Last year, […]
Emporia’s Molly Williams – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Tractor
By Angela Brunk Molly Williams, a senior at Emporia High School, is the definition of a dedicated student-athlete. Balancing two sports, both volleyball and softball. Williams thrives under pressure and is driven by her competitive spirit. On the volleyball court, Williams holds down the libero position, anchoring her team with quick reflexes and leadership in […]