Chanute’s Brady Alonzo – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
By Ken Hansard Brady Alonzo, senior catcher for the Chanute Comets’ baseball team, has his plan for the next few years mapped out. He has already signed to play football at the collegiate level next fall; however, on the cusp of his final baseball season, he just wants to concentrate on the present, “I’m […]
Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Wichita Northwest
Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to Wichita Northwest’s April Isbell on signing to play soccer at Sterling!
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, […]
Washburn Rural Softball – Q&A with Olivia Koch – Presented by Dave Tew Shelter Insurance
What do you love most about being a student-athlete at Washburn Rural HS? I love the understanding that my teachers have that I am a student-athlete. And I also love the conversation I have with other coaches from other sports. What grade are you in and what is your favorite subject? I am in 11th […]
Campus’ Grayson Sample – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard When asked about why he initially joined Scholar’s Bowl, Grayson Sample, senior co-captain for Campus High’s Scholar’s Bowl team, has an interesting and humorous story to tell, “I was told in middle school that I’d find it interesting. I probably would have joined sooner, in the seventh grade, but I thought Scholar’s […]
Campus’ Jackson Jones – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Jackson Jones, senior team captain of the Campus High School Scholar’s Bowl team, has built an impressive resume that should take him far in life. However, in the moment, he is simply trying to help his team to be the very best it can be, “My role as captain is to […]
Wyandotte’s Yaretzi Pantoja – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Gladstone
By Angela Brunk Yaretzi Pantoja is a senior at Wyandotte High School and a dedicated member of the Varsity Cheerleading team. As a senior, this season is especially meaningful to her as it marks her final year cheering for her high school. Pantoja contributes to her team as both a flyer and a base, showcasing […]
Wyandotte’s Ke’Mori Mercado – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Kansas City
By Angela Brunk Ke’Mori Mercado is a senior at Wyandotte High School and serves as the Cheer Captain for her school’s cheer program. She has been cheering since her freshman year and has developed a strong passion for the sport through years of dedication and hard work. Although she understands that cheerleading is always a […]
Goddard’s Harrison Glover – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Ken Hansard The Goddard Lions’ wrestling team is no stranger to success. The Lions have been a mainstay on the Kansas 5A wrestling scene over the past couple of decades, winning multiple state titles. They owe much of that success to a culture that has been built by great coaches and wrestlers. Goddard senior […]
Derby’s James Lyman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk James Lyman is a junior at Derby High School and is involved in multiple athletic and academic pursuits. He competes in cross country and track and field, and he is also a diver for the school’s swim team. Balancing multiple sports has helped Lyman develop strong discipline, time management, and a commitment […]