Heston’s Regan Eilert: SAFE Spotlight
By Matt Browning Hesston’s Regan Eilert thinks the school’s SAFE program makes a substantial impact not only on the school, but the community, too. And they try a variety of ways to make that impact. “We have so many kids from all the grade levels that enter our monthly drawings and that is a commitment […]
Wichita Northwest’s Reese Johnson – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by The Tire Store Inc
By Ken Hansard The Wichita Northwest Grizzlies’ volleyball team finished last season 21-15, with a 13-3 record in the GWAL / City League and falling just short of reaching state after a tough loss to Manhattan at substate. This year, the Grizzlies and junior libero and defensive specialist, Reese Johnson, would like to take […]
Wichita Southeast’s Emma McCormick – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Emprise Bank
By Ken Hansard A love of running and a penchant for competition come quite naturally to Wichita Southeast’s Emma McCormick. McCormick, a junior cross-country runner for the Buffs, needed every bit of that passion to help her train for this season. Many teams get together during the summer to run together. Having someone there […]
Valley Center’s Kailee Abasolo: Call of the Wild Spotlight – Presented by Cabela’s
Kailee Abasolo from Valley Center fell in love with the outdoors through a simple activity. “I started enjoying the outdoors when I was around 8 years old,” Abasolo said. “My parents got me started on neighborhood walks.” Not only does Abasolo like the outdoors because of sports, but hobbies as well. “The most time that […]
Wichita West’s Rhytrale Wilson – Football Spotlight – Presented by Fox & Associates Inc.
By Ken Hansard Wichita West High senior Rhytrale Wilson is a bit of a jack of all trades. He plays safety on the defensive side of the ball and a running back and wide receiver on the offensive side. In the winter, he plays point guard and shooting guard for the Pioneers on the […]
Haven’s Sienna DeFrain – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Reign Real Estate
By Matt Browning Sienna DeFrain of Haven had solid hitting numbers last season: 116 kills with a hitting percentage of .096. But in 2024, she wants to move all over the front row in order to improve those numbers. “I have been working hard to improve my hitting skills,” DeFrain said. “This summer, I worked […]
Valley Center’s Drake Thornton – Football Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Driving School
By Matt Browning Valley Center made the jump to AVCTL Division II this season, which is exciting to senior football player Drake Thornton. “Something I’m most excited about this season playing tougher competition after moving up a division and winning games,” Thornton said. Since the season ended in 2023, Thornton has been preparing for the […]
Wichita Collegiate’s Carlyle Johnson – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Collegiate School
By Matt Browning Not too long ago, volleyball wasn’t something Wichita Collegiate’s Carlyle Johnson enjoyed. “I have played volleyball since sixth grade,” Johnson said. “I used to be a tennis player and hated volleyball, but I began to love it. I love playing because of all the relationships I have built. To me, volleyball is […]
Derby’s Aiden Heckathorn – Football Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway – State Farm
“I have a goal to win a state championship with my team.” Stated Aiden Heckathorn, senior quarterback from Derby High School. From the time Heckathorn started playing football at the age of 13, the goal was always to come away with a state championship before graduating. However, not everything is looking up for Derby quarterback. […]
Wichita East’s Claire Buss – Volleyball Spotlight -Presented by Kauffman Insurance Agency
By Hayden Swope Just a sophomore for Wichita East last season, volleyball athlete Claire Buss was a first team all-league athlete for the Blue Aces. This year, she’s got much more to prove. To prepare, Buss has the same mindset heading into every game; a mindset that benefits her and her team on the court. […]