Augusta’s Brecken Albert – Receiver Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Hayden Swope Brecken Albert was one of Augusta’s key weapons on offense last season, and he plans to make just as much of a difference this season as he did last, and that includes stepping up in a leadership role. “Me and the team have been preparing for the season by putting ourselves against […]
Ark City’s Jordy Pierce – Quarterback Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope Ark City’s Jordy Pierce is excited to start his senior season, and after four years of hard work and dedication, he’s ready for week one. “I am preparing for the season by working out everyday, getting a closer bond with coaches and teammates, to go into game one with full confidence,” Pierce […]
Kingman’s Logan Birkenbaugh – Defensive Back Poll Winner – Presented by Kansas Turnpike Authority
By Cooper Chadwick Coming into his second year at Kingman, Logan Birkenbaugh has made a huge impression on head coach Tanner Hageman. “Logan is a coach’s dream to coach. He is extremely dedicated to his sports as well as his studies. He is a loyal and reliable young man and will only continue to get better […]
Eisenhower’s Brayden Pappas – Running Back Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Matt Browning It’s difficult to imagine Eisenhower running back Brayden Pappas being much better than he was last season when he rushed for 1,215 yards with seven touchdowns. But there was something he noticed in his running style that perhaps prevented him from even more yards. “One area I want to Improve on is […]
Clearwater’s Garrison Wells – Running Back Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Matt Browning With many younger players joining the roster, Clearwater running back Garrison Wells is looking forward to seeing how they blend with the returning varsity players. “I can’t wait to see how the younger players joining the varsity team this year will contribute,” Wells said. “Their involvement is a great chance for them to […]
Wichita Trinity’s Zac Zimmerman – Quarterback Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Wichita Trinity’s Zac Zimmerman’s stat line from last season was impressive. The senior quarterback threw for 24 touchdowns and rushed for three more, as well totaling over 2,800 yards through the air and ground. So what does Zimmerman have planned for his junior season? “The biggest thing I want to improve on […]
Hesston Football – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
Photo by: Pam Weaver Photography By Matt Browning Hesston coach Tyson Bauerle does not define his team’s success based on wins and losses or how far they advance in the playoffs. It’s all about potential. “A successful season would mean the team reached as close to our overall potential as possible,” Bauerle said. “We have a […]
Hesston’s Ethan Coutre – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning The expectations are high for the Hesston Swather football team for the 2025 season and returning all-state defensive lineman Ethan Coutre can’t wait for it to start. “I’m most excited for our team to be able to display the work we’ve put in over the summer and show what we can do […]
Wichita Northwest’s Johnmichael Fountain – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Blake Chadwick Wichita Northwest will field one of their best teams since they came up short in the championship game in 2020. One of their big time guys and leaders this year will be senior linebacker and running back, Johnmichael Fountain. “Johnmichael has grown into an all-around skilled player for us,” head coach Steve […]
Independence’s Stanley Kowalczyk – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard The Independence Bulldogs are looking to make some noise this football season in the highly competitive Southeast Kansas League. Much of the optimism surrounding the Bulldogs’ preseason starts up front with senior left tackle Stanley Kowalczyk. Kowalczyk started every game as a junior, playing several different positions depending on the team’s […]