Campus’ Lainey Rhea – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Community Bank

At Campus, Lainey Rhea has found a strong connection to the school’s business department through hands-on experience, classroom opportunities, and relationships built along the way. Rhea said her interest in the program began with the people and possibilities she encountered early in high school. “What initially led my interest into the business department was the […]

Derby’s Karlie Demel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway State Farm

Consistency has been the best thing about the Derby Panthers softball team. In a year where they have dominated day in and day out, a 20-0 start comes down to being extremely consistent.  “I think leadership looks way different this year,” Demel said. “The senior class is a very united front and we are all […]

Wichita Trinity’s Alex Majors – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina

Alex Majors entered his senior season at Wichita Trinity with a simple goal: enjoy every round. “My primary focus going into my senior season was to have as much fun as possible,” Majors said. “I’ve always struggled with my mental game on the course and usually didn’t enjoy my rounds unless I played great. In […]

Maize’s Tinley Travis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance

For Tinley Travis, the goal for this season at Maize was clear: help her team finally earn the chance to host regionals after falling just short in previous years. “My primary focus for this season was to host regionals,” Travis said. “We have been one game away every season, so we worked hard to secure […]

Eisenhower’s Luke Springer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance

Eisenhower senior golfer Luke Springer is focused on making the most of his final high school season while helping lead a team built to contend for a state championship. “My main focus this year is to enjoy the last year of high school golf,” Springer said. “The seniors on our team just want to be […]

Wichita East’s Kayden Morrison – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance

Kayden Morrison of Wichita East set out this season with a clear goal: help his team finish with a winning record and knock off opponents the Aces had not beaten during his time in the program. That goal has started to become reality, highlighted by key wins over Kapaun Mount Carmel, Wichita Heights and Andover […]

Caldwell’s Brecken Hutsler – Student Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Tractor

For Brecken Hutsler, involvement in both 4-H and FFA has been about far more than livestock projects and conventions. It has been an opportunity to grow as a leader, build friendships and create memories that will last a lifetime. Hutsler said agriculture-based organizations have been part of life for years, beginning with 4-H at a […]

Wichita East’s Rowan Guebara – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Caleb Hanke State Farm

For Rowan Guebara, the final stretch of her high school softball career at Wichita East High School has been about more than stats or accolades. It has been about relationships, growth and finishing strong with the group of teammates she has built over the years. “My primary focus this season was to finish off my […]

Wellington’s Camden White – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT

For Camden White, involvement has always been about more than athletics and activities. The Wellington student has spent his high school years finding ways to lead, encourage others and make a positive impact both in school and in the community. White has been heavily involved in athletics during high school. He earned varsity letters in […]

Wichita East’s Alyssa Awtrey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M&M Insurance Associates

Alyssa Awtrey has built her season around leadership, consistency and connection in the midfield for Wichita East, focusing less on individual recognition and more on team development. “My main focus this season was helping our team grow together and continue improving every game,” Awtrey said. “I wanted us to build strong chemistry, stay motivated, and […]