Wichita Heights’ Jack Harty – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by David K Kauffman Insurance Agency
By Blake Chadwick Records were meant to be broken. Wichita Heights’ Jack Harty will etch his name in the history books this season as he is on pace to break the 5K school record which was set in 2002. “This has been a goal for me and my coach since the beginning of the season […]
Maize South’s Maggie Harrison – Tennis Spotlight – Presented by Landon Head – Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Senior Maggie Harrison who only started taking tennis seriously two years ago has made tremendous progress and is ready to show how much she really has improved. The Maize South senior has done a lot this offseason to be ready for the start of the season. “I played in USTA all over […]
Andover Central’s Andrew Clouse – Soccer Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz – Shelter Insurance
Being a leader is what the Andover Central Jaguars need and senior center back Andrew Clouse is ready to commit to that role. As a three year starter Clouse knows what it takes to play against high level 6A competition. “Andrew is a leader based on his tireless work ethic and demeanor. He is all […]
Andover Central’s Julia Smith – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz – Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Andover Central senior Julia Smith is a senior cheerleader for the Jaguars who is way more than just an athlete. “Julia is a mature, thoughtful person,” head coach Desirae Moreno said. “She can see things from different angles, a skill that many high schoolers do not yet possess. She has been a […]
Bishop Carroll’s Nate Smith – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom
By Matt BrowningBeing mentally tougher throughout the adversity of races is one area that Bishop Carroll’s Nate Smith wanted to improve on this year. “I wanted to improve mentally especially during the middle of the race to not give into the voice in my head that tells me that the pain is too much to […]
Buhler High’s Henry Trumpp: KTA “Driving Change” Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kansas Turnpike Authority
By Matt Browning The Buhler cross country program is one of the best in the state and senior runner Henry Trumpp is hoping to continue the legacy this season. “The thing I was most excited about this season would have to be the opportunity to take home another state trophy for Buhler,” Trumpp said. “Being […]
Kapaun Mt. Carmel’s Will Niederee – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Orthopedics Associates
By Cooper Chadwick After placing 11th at 5A state last year senior Will Niederee is ready to lead a talented Kapaun Mt. Carmel cross country team to a state championship. “As a senior, I hope to lead our team, especially the underclassmen, in improving our performances throughout the season. I am always working to improve […]
Campus’ Morgan Parker – Sports Medicine Spotlight – Presented by USD 261 Haysville Schools
By Matt Browning When Campus High School offered Morgan Parker a chance at taking sports medicine classes, she jumped at the opportunity. “These classes are more than anatomy and physiology in my opinion,” Parker said. “You get to learn about taping athletes, how to assess injuries, and special tests to see if there is an […]
Campus’ Nichodaemus Davis-Ludlow – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Rachel Janes – Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Nichodaemus Davis-Ludlow is a senior cross country runner for the Campus Colts who has been running for only four years. “Nic is a very kind and soft-spoken person,” head coach Cooper Clark said. “He is hardworking, ambitious, and a lot of our younger runners look up to him. He’s the kind of […]
Andover’s Molly Gaddis – Tennis Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz – Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Chasing a fourth state title in a row with the rest of the Andover trojans, senior Molly Gaddis is looking to lead the charge with her powerful shots and increased work ethic. Gaddis, who plays singles, has been putting in extra work during the offseason to prepare for this season and to […]