Cair Paravel Latin High Schools’ Matteo Gossard – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by April Kelsey Farm Bureau Financial Services
Cair Paravel Latin School sophomore Matteo Gossard is already carving out a reputation as a leader on and off the field, driven by faith, family and a commitment to constant growth. Gossard, a wide receiver and cornerback, credits his father as his biggest influence. “He always pushes me to be a better player, a better […]
Topeka’s Asher Filbeck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Community Church
As an upcoming senior at Topeka High School, varsity quarterback Asher Filbeck approaches athletics with the same focus and conviction that guide his life off the field. For Filbeck, faith anchors everything he does. He calls Jesus his greatest inspiration, describing Him as “the perfect example of what we should be like.” Filbeck transferred to […]
Manhattan’s JJ Dunnigan named VYPE Kansas Football player of the year Sponsored by Shelter Insurance
With senior JJ Dunnigan on the football field, there was a common impulse to start videoing – because there was always the expectation that you’d capture a highlight reel. Dunnigan, a two-way player who signed with Miami, is Shelter Insurance’s VYPE Kansas Football Player of Year. “JJ was a phenomenal player for us,” Manhattan coach […]
Hutchinson Trinity’s Bentyn Chastain – Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Cooper Chadwick Hutchinson Trinity’s Bentyn Chastain was the captain and leader of a skilled 2025 football team. Chastain played H-back and outside linebacker and earned honors such as first team all-league tight end and first team all-state Going into his senior season, Chastain had big goals for him and his team. “My goals coming […]
Wichita Northwest’s Jaylen Mason – Offensive Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope Jaylen Mason of Wichita Northwest is ready to take the next step in his football career, combining skill development with leadership and a deep commitment to his team. “It’s a dream come true to stay home and represent my state, my family, and the Jayhawks,” Mason said. “I’m ready to show what […]
Salina Central’s Jesus Delgado – Defensive Poll Winner – Presented by Salina Tech
By Cooper Chadwick Salina Central’s senior Jesus Delgado played a very influential role for the Mustangs. As a middle linebacker Delgado earned all-state linebacker and defensive player of the year, runner up 5A defensive player of the year, finished the season with 145 tackles, 21.5 tackles for loss, six sacks, four forced fumbles, two pass break […]
Pittsburg’s Jamarcus Davis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Matt Robertson State Farm
By Mike Moguin The accomplishments that Pittsburg (Kan.) High School junior Jamarcus Davis is most proud of is getting his first varsity start for both the Purple Dragon football and basketball teams. Playing both sports has taught Davis the value of playing with others. “That’s my teammates,” he said. “They are more than just teammates, […]
Manhattan’s JJ Dunnigan named VYPE Kansas Football player of the year Sponsored by Shelter Insurance
Dunnigan’s versatility lands him commitment at Miami By Joanna Chadwick With senior JJ Dunnigan on the football field, there was a common impulse to start videoing – because there was always the expectation that you’d capture a highlight reel. Dunnigan, a two-way player who signed with Miami, is Shelter Insurance’s VYPE Kansas football player of […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Kade Smith – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning One of the main reasons football player Kade Smith loves Hutchinson Community College is the support the students and staff provide. But it’s also nice how good the athletics and academics are, too. “There’s a multitude of people on and off campus who are so loving and willing to support,” Smith said. “Athletically […]
McPherson’s Colton Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning McPherson’s Colton Johnson suffered a bulging disc in his back that caused nerve damage. This led him with no left side core activation. He chose to use Advanced Physical Therapy to get him back on the football field. “It just took time and I let my back heal,” Johnson said. “I didn’t get […]