J.C. Harmon’s Jesus Portillo Carrillo – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by KTAG
By Ken Hansard Jesus Portillo Carrillo, a junior for the J.C. Harmon Hawks, is carving out a name as one of the most impactful arms in 5A baseball. A pitcher and first baseman, Portillo Carrillo emerged last season as one of the classification’s leaders in strikeouts, a milestone that continues to fuel his confidence heading […]
Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Maize South
Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to the following Maize South athletes on signing to continue their athletic careers: Kinley Davis – Barton CC softball Kiley Thornquist – Murray State softball Clara Stover-Brown – Friends swim Jayson Angle – Hesston tennis Kaylee Brunton – Tabor basketball Sydney Hansen – Johnson […]
Independence’s Spencer Crain – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Great Plains Federal Credit Union
By Angela Brunk Senior Spencer Crain is preparing for his final baseball season at Independence High School, ready to make the most of every inning in a Bulldogs uniform. A versatile player, Crain fills multiple roles for the team, including shortstop, catcher, pitcher, and second base. His ability to contribute wherever he’s needed makes him […]
Chanute’s Kyli Baylor – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
By Angela Brunk Kyli Baylor, a senior who is making her mark as a thrower for Chanute High School’s track team. During the season, she focuses on discus, shot put, and javelin, while also stepping up for her team when needed. Last season, Baylor recorded impressive marks, including a 107.4 throw in discus, 86.11 in […]
Olathe South High School’s Eve Long Named VYPE Kansas Girls Basketball Player of the Year – Sponsored by Shelter Insurance and Shelter Agent Ryan Aylward
Congratulations to Eve Long of Olathe South for being named the Shelter Insurance – VYPE Media Kansas Girls Basketball Player of the Year! Eve was selected by VYPE editors with input from VYPE content developers and coaches. Long helped lead Olathe South to a 20-6 record while posting outstanding individual numbers: 32.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, […]
Parsons’ Wyatt Shultz – Tennis Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Senior Wyatt Shultz is entering his final tennis season with the Parsons Vikings determined to build on an already remarkable career. Competing in singles, Shultz has been one of the most consistent players in Kansas 4A tennis, finishing as the state singles runner-up three consecutive years during his freshman, sophomore, and junior […]
Labette County Cheer – Cheer Squad Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Angela Brunk The cheer program at Labette County High School is building momentum under the leadership of head coach Angela Wininger. LCHS Cheer is focused on growth, performance, and pride as they prepare for another exciting year supporting Grizzly athletics. This season, the team is looking forward to continuing to build skills, improve stunt […]
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 […]
Baxter Springs’ Jarrett Lawson – Baseball Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Ken Hansard Baxter Springs senior Jarrett Lawson is preparing for a big final season on the mound for the Baxter Springs Lions baseball team in the always competitive CNC League. A right-handed pitcher, Lawson enters his senior year focused on leadership, improvement, and reaching several personal milestones. Lawson, who has already earned second-team All-CNC […]
Chanute’s Wyatt Stephenson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
By Ken Hansard As a senior at Chanute High School, Wyatt Stephenson is determined to make his final track season one to remember. Competing in the 110-meter hurdles and 300-meter intermediate hurdles, Stephenson has set his sights on rewriting the record books while continuing the proud tradition of the Blue Comets. “I look forward to improving […]