Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Hutchinson Trinity

Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to Hutchinson Trinity’s Drew Dechant on signing to play baseball at Hutchinson Community College!
Burrton’s Ryker Barnes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Matt Browning Ryker Barnes has entered the new track season with a clear priority — the 800-meter run — and a goal of shaving down his time as he pushes toward potential postseason qualification. “My primary focus for this season is the 800m race; my goal is to get a time of 2:06 or […]
Hutchinson Trinity’s Kaid McElgunn – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Matt Browning For Hutchinson Trinity’s Kaid McElgunn, the mindset heading into the baseball season is simple: get better. “I would say my primary focus this season is to just be better than last year,” McElgunn said. “Improvement is always ideal for a sport like baseball.” That steady approach hasn’t stopped McElgunn from setting ambitious […]
Humboldt’s Skylar Hottenstein – Softball Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

Photo by Karoline Covey By Angela Brunk Senior Skylar Hottenstein of Humboldt High School is preparing for her final softball season with high expectations and a strong sense of purpose. A standout second baseman, Hottenstein has already established herself as one of the top players in her league, and she hopes to finish her high […]
Hutchinson’s Azul Maciel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Angela Brunk Azul Maciel, a senior striker/forward, is preparing for her final high school season with a strong sense of purpose and a desire to elevate every part of her game. As a 12th grader, she is motivated to demonstrate her full potential both on the field and in her personal growth, setting an […]
Clearwater’s Taylor Nielson – Softball Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Matt Browning The 2025 Clearwater softball team finished fourth at the 4A Tournament and ended the season with a 25-6 record. Returning first team all-league outfielder Taylor Nielson is looking forward to seeing what the Indians have in store this year. “I am excited to see how far our team will go this year […]
Salina Central’s Allison Robinett – Track Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Matt Browning Last season, Salina Central’s Allison Robinett finished in the top five in Class 5A in discus, javelin and shot put. But that is not enough. Robinett has big plans for her 2026 season. “In the off season, I really focus on strength training and working on my technique,” Robinett said. “I added in […]
Republic County’s Owen Harms – Track Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Matt Browning Republic County’s Owen Harms has come a long way since suffering a devastating knee injury in eighth grade. He broke his kneecap while running the hurdles and had to have four screws in his knee for seven months. Fast forward to last season, and Harms qualified for state in the 100-meter hurdles. […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Brayden Henry – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Matt Browning Hutchinson Community College baseball player Brayden Henry has settled into life as a Blue Dragon, and everything has been just as he hoped. “So far, my experience at Hutch has been very good,” Henry said. “I have established good relationships with all of my teammates and coaches. Our season is also off […]
Buhler’s Max Harmony – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College

By Ken Hansard Max Harmony, a senior at Buhler High School, has built a reputation as a hardworking multi-sport athlete who embraces leadership, competition, and team culture. Representing the Crusaders in the AVCTL’s Division 3, Harmony competes in football, wrestling, and track and field, bringing dedication and determination to every season. Harmony’s wrestling season […]