Andale’s Caden Fowler – Wichita Area Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Despite being a three-sport athlete for Andale, senior Caden Fowler still made an effort to work on his game in preparation for the upcoming season. I was invited and attended to a Fort Hays State camp at the beginning of the summer,” Fowler said. “I also went to high school camps during the […]
Maize’s Boys Basketball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The Maize boys basketball team took third at the 6A Tournament last season, so new head coach Zach Bush understands the expectations that come with the job. “When you do have high expectations, I think your goals always start with wanting to compete for a league championship, and after that a sub-state […]
Elyria Christian’s Boys Basketball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Cooper Chadwick The motto for the Elyria Christian boys basketball team this year is “discipline in the details,” which head coach Zach Goodrich explains as learning how to do every little thing well as a unit. Goodrich has coached at Elyria for 15 years and has hopes that this season’s tough schedule will prepare […]
Ellsworth’s Cooper McGowan – Salina Area Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Blake Chadwick Ellsworth senior Cooper McGowan has built a reputation as one of the most versatile and complete athletes in the state. At 6’4”, McGowan is a do-it-all forward who thrives on both ends of the court. McGowan’s strengths come from his defensive versatility, allowing him to guard nearly every position on the floor. […]
Eisenhower’s Romari Howard – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
Photo by Jonovan Howard By Angela Brunk As he enters his senior year at Eisenhower High School, Romari Howard is preparing for a season filled with high expectations, leadership growth, and unfinished business. Playing power forward, Howard brings strength, athleticism, and a relentless work ethic to the Tigers’ lineup, qualities that have shaped him into […]
Pratt’s Hope Hughes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
Photo by Bill Rea By Angela Brunk Pratt High School senior Hope Hughes enters her final season ready to lead a young Greenback squad with pride, resilience, and a hunger to make every moment count. A versatile guard who rotates between the 1, 2, and 3 positions, Hughes is prepared to take on a major […]
Eisenhower’s Ella Friend – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Angela Brunk Eisenhower senior Ella Friend enters her final high school season with renewed determination, strong leadership goals, and a deep love for the game. A versatile athlete who plays all around the court, but most often at small forward or power forward, Friend is ready to take on a major role this season. […]
Liberal’s James Fieser – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Angela Brunk As Liberal High School gears up for another exciting basketball season, senior shooting guard James Fieser is stepping into a bigger leadership role. A member of the Class of 2026, Fieser is coming off an impressive year and is determined to help his team make noise in the WAC conference. With a […]
Dodge City’s Ty Scheck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Ken Hansard Ty Scheck, senior shooting guard for the Dodge City Demons, was a 6A Honorable Mention player as a junior. He was additionally named Second-Team All-League in the competitive Western Athletic Conference. Regardless of those personal accomplishments, Ty has had to live an entire year with a disappointing first round playoff loss, “After […]
Wichita to Host Kansas’ First USA Judo National Competition in 2026
For the first time in history, Kansas will host a USA Judo national championship event, and it’s Wichita, which was recently named the Best Sports-Event Host City in the 2025 SportsTravel Awards. The 2026 USA Judo Youth Nationals will take place at Century II Convention Center in Bob Brown Expo Hall. Competition will be March 14–15, 2026, […]