Garden Plain’s Kaeden Kasselman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Axxis Beauty, 54 Station, Fisher Lumber and Restoration Health Care
By Matt Browning Standing at 6-4, Garden Plain’s Kaeden Kasselman has never had to carry the burden of being a ball handler or perimeter scorer. But that hasn’t stopped him from trying to improve on those two areas. “I think the two biggest things I want to improve on are my scoring and my ability […]
Garden Plain’s Reese Stuhlsatz – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by American Fence Company
By Matt Browning Being able to score the basketball has never been a problem for Garden Plain’s Reese Stuhlsatz, but now she is hoping to become a more complete player. “This season I would love to play better defensively,” Stuhlsatz said. “During off season practices and games I have tried to be more mindful of my […]
Haven’s Gatlin Rinehart – Athlete Spotlight – Invision Investment Group
By Matt Browning The Haven boys basketball team graduated only one senior from last season and for that reason, Gatlin Rinehart is looking forward to what the 2024-2025 season has for the Wildcats. “The new season brings new challenges, new experiences, and another season of being around people I like,” Rinehart said. “We had a really […]
Halstead’s Addisen Wills – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Midwest Shelving
By Matt Browning Halstead’s Addisen Wills runs track and cross country, which proves to be beneficial for basketball season. “I am looking forward to playing a fast-paced game and getting up and down the floor quickly while still maintaining good ball control,” Wills said. “I look forward to increasing pressure against every team we play with […]
Cheney’s Reagen Black – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Cheney Physical Therapy & Sports Performance
By Matt Browning For two years, Cheney’s Reagan Black has gained valuable experience on the varsity girls basketball team. This season, she hopes she can use that experience towards the betterment of the program. “This year I’m going to have to step up into a leadership role,” Black said. Black averaged nine points per game, […]
Chaparral’s Kaylee Swartz – Athlete of the Month – Presented by Misak Auto Repair
By Matt Browning Chaparral’s Kaylee Swartz has some specific goals in mind for the 2024 season. “I am working to break the rebound record and stepping into my leadership role as a senior,” Swartz said. “I am excited to play the last season with my teammates.” Swartz’s offseason focus was designed to improve her shooting. “I […]
Team to Watch – Class 3A – Kingman Eagles – Presented by State Farm – Jon Wollen
KINGMAN EAGLES League: CKL BOYS Head Coach: Terry Stucky, 1st season Last five seasons: 2020: 6-15 2021: 5-13 2022: 6-15 2023: 11-11 2024: 7-14 Key returning players: Ben Bradshaw, 6-3, sr., F; Kevin Cremins, 6-3, sr., F; Will Macbeth, 6-2, sr., G Coach Stucky says: “We have a lot of upperclassmen. We will have around seven or eight […]
When Can Kids Start Strength Training? A Guide for Parents – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Physical activity plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of children. With the return to school happening soon, many parents and kids alike are looking to establish new routines and supplement their sport training. This blog aims to provide parents with the necessary information to safely and effectively introduce strength training to […]