Andover Central’s Bubba Hall – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Joanna Chadwick Speed causes so many problems for opponents, a fact that Andover Central coach Derek Tuttle knows well. So when you have a player with Bubba Hall’s speed and quickness, you utilize it. “Bubba is a very good track sprinter, runs the short sprints and relays, so he might pursue that in college,” […]
Wichita Southeast’s Kenny Jackson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning The Wichita Southeast football team is off to a 3-1 start and linebacker Kenny Jackson is optimistic that this just the beginning to a special season. “With big games ahead, while being 3-1 and breaking a streak by beating Heights, we’re making history and we plan on finishing the regular season 7-1.” […]
Fredonia’s Kadyn Ellis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tammy Baker Shelter Insurance
By Angela Brunk Fredonia High School senior Kadyn Ellis is gearing up for a strong final season as a key member of the Yellowjackets football team. A dynamic two-way player, Ellis lines up at safety on defense and wide receiver on offense, bringing leadership, intensity, and experience to both sides of the ball. As he […]
Campus’ Christopher Caballero – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rachel Janes Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick After a not so favorable season last year for the Campus Colts, senior center attacking midfielder Chris Caballero is hoping to turn it around for his final season of playing high school soccer. “My motivation going into this season is how last year’s playoffs ended,” Caballero said. Caballero plans to play collegiate […]
Wellington’s Ethan Boyd – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
Ethan Boyd, who is a sophomore football player at Wellington, has been raised on his family farm in South Central Kansas, where hard work and responsibility have shaped his strong character. He has a deep passion for wheat harvest, working cattle, and spending time in the saddle with his horse. Known as a great hand, […]
McPherson’s Manny Morales – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Bluestem Pace
By Hayden Swope Manny Morales of McPherson has some high expectations for the season, including a goal that every team strides to complete. The first team all-league athlete returns for his final season. “I’m highly focused on just getting results in each of our games,” Morales said. “I would love to get all of the […]
McPherson’s Maryn Sandbo – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Horizon Real Estate Services
By Blake Chadwick For McPherson senior Maryn Sandbo, tennis has been about far more than just matches—it’s been about representing one of the state’s premier programs and carrying on its tradition of success. “Playing for such a special program like this means a great deal to me,” Sandbo said. “Since I’ve been here, we’ve been […]
Minneapolis’ Wyatt Griffin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Scott Ausherman American Family Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Minneapolis’ three-year starter on the offensive and defensive line, senior Wyatt Griffin is excited to play his last season of football with his teammates. “I am also excited to go out there and compete every week,” Griffin said. Playing left guard and defensive end for the Lions, Griffin spent the majority of […]
Abilene’s Ryleigh Farson – Student Spotlight – Presented by Commercial Tire
By Matt Browning Abilene’s Ryleigh Farson has always had an agricultural background, so being involved in FFA was seamless transition. I’ve been involved in FFA for two years, going into my third and I love it,” Farson said. “Hearing about all the things they do for the community, and environment got me even more motivated […]
Salina South’s Sophie Daily – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Salina Ortho
By Hayden Swope Salina South’s Sophie Daily spent the time leading up to the season preparing for all the new things coming at her and the Cougars this year. “In preparation for this season I played club volleyball and worked on my front row,” Daily said. “I haven’t played front row in a couple of […]