Wellington’s Ethan Brungardt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Colby Zeka Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning The Wellington football team graduated a talented senior class from a year ago, but with players like starting center Ethan Brungardt, the Crusaders’ cupboard is far from empty. “We’ve been able to establish the run game well, with huge improvement in our offensive line and a good running back in Jalik Armstrong,” […]
Hutchinson Trinity’s Isaac Hammersmith – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Claudia Segoviano Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning The Hutchinson Trinity Celtics have just one loss on the season, to a ranked Inman team, but senior Isaac Hammersmith is pleased with how his team has played. “I think that every game we are improving on both sides of the ball,” Hammersmith said. “The last game, we were especially clean on offense, […]
Topeka Seaman’s Kaden McKinney – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Ryan Berry Shelter Insurance
By Angela Brunk Topeka Seaman’s Kaden McKinney is a senior ready to face any challenge that comes his way. McKinney lines up at running back and wide receiver, but is a very versatile athlete. Last season, McKinney racked up an impressive 1,288 all-purpose yards, earning second-team all-conference honors in a league stacked with talent. “I […]
Shawnee Heights’ Aiden Scott – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Brad Williams Shelter Insurance
By Angela Brunk Shawnee Heights senior quarterback Aiden Scott is no stranger to big moments, and he has the numbers to prove it. After a breakout junior year, Scott shattered nine school records and nine league records, an accomplishment he calls “an honor” considering how long many of the records had stood. Now he is […]
Basehor-Linwood’s Cole Hofer – Multi-Sport Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
For Basehor-Linwood senior Cole Hofer, there’s nothing more meaningful than representing the community he’s grown-up in. “Getting to represent my hometown where I’ve lived my whole life,” Hofer said, describing what he loves most about being a student-athlete. It’s that small-town pride and work ethic that have helped him excel in both football and basketball […]
Wichita Southeast’s Alina Lam – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick As a sophomore Wichita Southeast’s Alina Lam tied for seventh place at the 6A state tournament. Lam finished with a scoring average of 76 last season and earned second team all-state honors. This season she hopes to improve even more. “I am wanting to improve on everything this year because I believe […]
Wichita North’s Nelly Puente – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M&M Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Wichita North senior Nelly Puente has put the city and the state on notice as one of the best runners in the state to watch this year. “She is a very determined athlete and student,” head coach Katherine Reimer said. “When faced with any challenge, she persistently works to overcome it. She […]
Maize’s Jay Parrent – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kevin Shields State Farm
By Matt Browning Having to deal with an ankle injury over the summer, Maize cross country runner Jay Parrent is excited to get back in the mix. “Having to sit out part of my training made me appreciate running even more,” Parrent said. “So I’m looking forward to pushing myself in meets and helping our team […]
Washburn Rural’s Henley Rapp – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Dave Tew Shelter Insurance
For Washburn Rural senior catcher Henley Rapp, leadership is more than a title — it’s a responsibility she’s proud to carry. “The most important thing for me is being able to give back and help lead the underclassmen,” Rapp said. “I was fortunate enough to make varsity as a freshman and had an awesome senior […]
Shawnee Heights’ Tyren Parker – Football Spotlight – Presented by Dave Tew Shelter Insurance
Confidence, composure, and competition — that’s what defines Shawnee Heights senior wide receiver and defensive back Tyren Parker. A quiet force on and off the field, Parker has become one of the Thunderbirds’ most consistent playmakers this season, using his calm mindset to stay sharp under pressure. “My personal goal is to be over 1,000 […]