Andover’s Ryan Hatfield – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning For Andover’s Ryan Hatfield, the focus this season goes well beyond personal numbers. The junior catcher is centered on doing whatever it takes to elevate his team, even as he transitions into a new role behind the plate. “My primary focus for the season is just to try and make the team […]
Eisenhower’s Reed Thomas – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Eisenhower Middle Schooler Reed Thomas tore his ACL last summer while playing basketball. He was going for a loose ball when an opposing player fell on the back of his knee. After surgery, Thomas chose Advanced Physical Therapy for his recovery and rehabilitation. It was a long, arduous process, as he attended […]
Circle’s Jay Bonewitz – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kathy Richard-Koenigsman State Farm
By Matt Browning For Circle senior sprinter Jay Bonewitz, the goals for his final season aren’t subtle. They’re tied to fractions of a second — and unfinished business. “Coming into this year my main goal was breaking my school’s 100-meter and 200-meter records,” Bonewitz said. “Last year I was under a tenth of a second […]
Campus’ Avery Kassman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Haysville School District
By Cooper Chadwick Goalkeeper and four-year starter for Campus High School, Avery Kassman is one of the hardest workers head coach Casey Reece has ever coached. “She works hard training in the offseason and comes in every year polished and ready to go. Avery is her hardest critic and a humble leader. She will put […]
Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Maize South
Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to Maize South’s Skylur Staley on signing to play soccer at Newman!
McPherson’s Dylan Cabezas – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Galen Shields State Farm
By Angela Brunk Dylan Cabezas, a senior at McPherson High School, is making his mark in track and field through dedication, versatility, and a vision for his future. Competing in the triple jump, high jump, and 300-meter hurdles, Cabezas has developed into a well-rounded athlete who continues to push himself both physically and mentally. As […]
Pittsburg’s Cole Hayden – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Matt Robertson State Farm
By Angela Brunk Cole Hayden, a senior at Pittsburg High School, is gearing up for his final baseball season with a strong mix of excitement and determination. As the team’s third baseman, Hayden is especially looking forward to sharing the field one last time with the teammates he’s grown up playing alongside. During the offseason, […]
McPherson’s Caden Wenderott – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Horizon Real Estate Services
By Angela Brunk Caden Wenderott is a senior thrower at McPherson High School and is entering his final track and field season with high expectations. Specializing in shot put and discus, Wenderott has steadily improved throughout his high school career and is determined to make this season his best season yet. With his personal records […]
Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Maize South
Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to the Maize South’s Reese Pauly and Braxton Libby on signing with Friends continue their football careers!
Independence’s Kamen Sprague – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Anna Lawless Farm Bureau Financial Services
By Ken Hansard As a senior at Independence High School, Kamen Sprague is preparing for one final run with the Bulldogs, and he has his sights set on something big. Sprague, who pitches and plays first base, is a First-Team All-SEK and Second-Team All-State performer who has a “team first” mindset, “I look forward to helping […]