YMCA Yi-Belong – R.J. Michel – Presented by YMCA
By Matt Browning For the past three years, R.J. Michel has been coaching at the YMCA and he did it to be an influence on kids. “Expressing interest in coaching a group of kids and having a passion for educating them, in addition to helping them gain life-lasting lessons is the first step,” Michel said. “The […]
Newton Railers – Basketball Preview – Presented by Caleb Hanke
League: AVCTL, Division II BOYS Head Coach: Paul Reichenberger Last Five Seasons: 2025 – 11-10 2024 – 2-18 2023 – 2-18 2022 – 1-18 2021 – 2-20 Key Returning Players: Cole Dillon, 6-3, sr., G; Maddox Williams, 5-10, sr., G; Aiden Weeks, 6-2, sr., F; Nathan Bungard, 6-2, sr., F; Christian Henderson, 6-5, sr., F […]
Bishop Carroll Golden Eagles – Basketball Preview – Presented by Caleb Hanke
League: GWAL BOYS Head Coach: Dale Faber Last Five Seasons: 2025 – 10-11 2024 – 7-14 2023 – 10-11 2022 – 8-13 2021 – 19-3 Key Returning Players: Landon Steven, 6-0, sr., G; Nathan Goertz, 6-4, sr., F; Brody Kreutzer, 6-4, sr., F; Judd Blasi, 6-1, sr., G; Keatyn St. Vrain, 6-0, sr., G Coach […]
North Central Kansas Winter Sports Magazine Preview
South Central Kansas Winter Sports Magazine Preview
Wyandotte’s Jaydon Bray – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy Gladstone
By Angela Brunk Jaydon Bray, a sophomore at Wyandotte High School, is gearing up for the upcoming basketball season. A versatile combo guard, Bray fills multiple roles on the court, playing shooting guard, point guard, and small forward. His ability to adapt to different positions allows him to contribute wherever the team needs him most. […]
Fredonia’s Carleigh Compton – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tammy Baker Shelter Insurance
By Angela Brunk Carleigh Compton is a freshman ready to make her mark as she begins her first season of high school basketball at Fredonia High School. Compton plays the forward position and is eager to embrace the challenges and excitement that come with competing at the varsity level. For her, this season represents more […]
Independence’s Callie Anne Fairbank – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Callie Anne Fairbank enters her senior season at Independence High School with experience, confidence, and clear goals in mind. Competing in the 155-pound weight class, Fairbank has established herself as one of the program’s leaders and is eager to finish her high school wrestling career on a strong note. One of the […]
Kelly Stephens Farm Bureau Financial Services Southeast Kansas Athlete of the Month – Fredonia’s Chloe Compton
By Angela Brunk Chloe Compton, a junior at Fredonia High School, is entering the upcoming basketball season with excitement, optimism, and a strong team-first mindset. As part of a young roster, Compton sees this year as a major opportunity for growth. She believes that with consistent effort, commitment, and the right mindset, each practice and […]
Kelly Stephens Farm Bureau Financial Services Southeast Kansas Athlete of the Month – Fredonia’s Ava Baker
By Angela Brunk Ava Baker, a sophomore at Fredonia High School, is preparing for the upcoming basketball season with determination, passion, and a mindset focused on growth. A versatile guard, Baker’s primary position is point guard, but she also contributes as a wing and shooting guard, giving her team flexibility and energy on the court. […]