Pittsburg Dragons – Volleyball Preview – Presented by Matt Robertson State Farm
The Pittsburg Dragons enter the 2026 volleyball season looking to build on the momentum generated during the closing stretch of last season. Pittsburg finished the 2025 season with a strong run late in the year, winning eight of its final 10 outings. The Dragons also recorded victories over teams such as Parsons and Turner during […]
Neodesha Blue Streaks – Football Preview – Presented by Tammy Baker Shelter Insurance
The Neodesha Bluestreaks enter the 2026 football season with experience on their side and an opportunity to turn last year’s lessons into a successful campaign. Neodesha went 5-4 in 2025 and finished 3-1 in Tri Valley League play. The Bluestreaks advanced to the Class 3A playoffs before falling to Girard in the first round. Now […]
Frontenac Raiders – Volleyball Preview – Presented by Bekah Harlan Shelter Insurance
The Frontenac Raiders enter the 2026 volleyball season with a strong group of returning players after putting together a 26-15-1 record and an 8-2 mark in district play last season. Frontenac will look to build on that success under coach Cassie Rhuems, who has guided the Raiders in recent seasons. The team returns several players […]
Chanute’s Laney Hillmon – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
After a breakout junior season, Chanute senior Laney Hillmon enters the 2026 cross country season with another opportunity to establish herself among the top runners in Southeast Kansas. Hillmon is the lone returning runner from a Chanute girls team that had only four runners last season. With two of those runners graduating, coach Brett Rinehart […]
Chanute Blue Comets – Boys Soccer – Presented by Rowdy Kyser Shelter Insurance
The Chanute Blue Comets enter the 2026 boys soccer season looking to put a disappointing start to last season behind them. Chanute finished 7-9 in 2025 but showed improvement as the season progressed. The Blue Comets struggled through their first six games before finding their footing later in the year. An injury to a starting […]
Independence Bulldogs – Football Preview – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
The Independence Bulldogs enter the 2026 football season with a clear objective: Build on last year’s competitive performances and take the next step in the Southeast Kansas League. Independence finished 3-6 in 2025, but the Bulldogs were competitive throughout the season. Several games against league rivals came down to the final drives, providing valuable experience […]
Pittsburg Dragons – Football Preview – Presented by Matt Robertson State Farm
The Pittsburg Dragons enter the 2026 football season with plenty of opportunities for new players to step into expanded roles. Pittsburg finished 4-5 in 2025 and returns five offensive and five defensive starters. Head coach Josh Lattimer, who is entering his fifth year at the school, said replacing several players from last season will provide […]
Shawnee Mission North Volleyball Team Preview – Presented by Preferred Physical Therapy-Lansing
The Shawnee Mission North volleyball team is working to establish consistency and build momentum as the Buffaloes move through the 2026 season. The Buffaloes are coming off a 6-22 season in 2025, including a 0-16 record in Sunflower League play. Shawnee Mission North also recorded victories against Wyandotte, Turner, Bonner Springs, Christ Prep Academy, Leavenworth […]
Topeka’s Jaxon Luarks – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Tew Agency – Shelter Insurance
For Jaxon Luarks, basketball has become about much more than what happens between the lines. The Topeka High sophomore has learned that the lessons gained through the sport can carry over into nearly every part of his life, from the classroom to his relationships with teammates and his faith. Luarks said one of his most […]
Frontenac Raiders – Football Preview – Presented by Bekah Harlan Shelter Insurance
Coming off an 8-2 season and a district championship, the Frontenac football team enters the 2026 season with plenty of experience and a clear understanding of what it wants to accomplish. The Raiders return 23 lettermen from last season, including several players who saw significant varsity action. That experience has created competition throughout the roster […]