Southeast of Saline’s Tate Nurnberg – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Cale Sharp Shelter Insurance

By Ken Hansard When players say they’re setting lofty goals, they’re usually speaking figuratively. Southeast of Saline senior high jumper and triple-jumper Tate Nurnberg’s “lofty goal” is quite literal, “I want to break the 3A state records for both events. They’re both within reach. I want to break the school high jump record, which is […]
Independence’s Javen Colbert – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Ken Hansard Independence High School junior point guard and student-athlete Javen Colbert spoke to VYPE SPORTS in a recent interview. VYPE SPORTS: What are your personal goals for the year? Colbert: My personal goals for next year are to have A’s and B’s in the classroom and to improve in the sports I play. VYPE […]
Hays Girls Basketball – Presented by Emprise Bank

Katie Linenberger, Kenlee Winter, Jaysa Roa, Molly Martin and Riley Dreher are leading the Hays High Indians through their perfect season, a group of seniors who have competed together since the beginning of their careers. HAILEY CHAPMAN / HAYS DAILY NEWS By Hailey Chapman Hays Daily News It’s always been written in the stars- or […]
Goddard’s Sadie Bowyer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Ken Hansard Goddard High outfielder Sadie Bowyer grew up with two brothers who, through their competitive spirit, sparked Sadie’s competitive drive. She started playing softball competitively at age four, and now, as a senior, she is ready to put the icing on the cake of an already impressive career for the Lions. Bowyer has […]
Wichita Southeast’s Nathan Gestring – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita

By Ken Hansard Nathan Gestring, a senior from Wichita Southeast, stumbled upon his love of bowling late in his young life. His parents bowled, but he never really knew much about their love of the sport. It wasn’t until he bowled one day with his girlfriend that he realized that bowling was something that he […]
Wichita West’s Treg Hardeman – Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Angela Brunk Treg Hardeman, a junior point guard, is one of the standout players for the Wichita West High School basketball team. As he works through the current season, Hardeman has set several individual goals for himself. These goals include improving his free throw percentage to 90%, increasing his assists per game, and becoming […]
Wichita Heights’ Destiny Maze – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Angela Brunk Destiny Maze, a 2027 Point Guard from Wichita Heights, is making her mark on the basketball court and setting the stage for an impressive future. As Maze enters a new season, the main goal is clear: to win state and elevate the team’s performance. Maze’s ability to overcome adversity on the path […]
Derby’s Liam Coultis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Angela Brunk Liam Coultis, a senior wrestler from Derby High School, is having an impressive final season on the mat. Competing in the 138-pound weight class, Coultis has set ambitious goals for himself this year. One of his primary objectives was to reach his 100th career high school varsity win, which he accomplished in […]
Wichita West’s Chance Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

By Angela Brunk Chance Johnson, a dedicated wrestler from Wichita West High School, has made a significant mark in his athletic career. Competing in the 285-pound weight class, Johnson is focused on finishing his senior wrestling season strong. Although the season is well underway, his sights are set on taking first place at regionals and […]
Ell-Saline’s Trey Williams – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy

Photo by Jenna Hull By Angela Brunk Trey Williams, a junior at Ell-Saline High School, is making waves in both basketball and athletics. As a small forward for the Ell-Saline basketball team, Williams has a clear vision for his future. His personal goal is to be the most efficient player on his team, excelling in […]