Wichita Collegiate’s Carlyle Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning For her high school career, Wichita Collegiate’s Carlyle Johnson has racked up 851 kills, with 350 of which coming last year alone. Safe to say her goal of 1,000 career kills is quite achievable. “One of the biggest goals I have for this season is to reach 1,000 kills,” Johnson said. “Coach Zandler […]
Eisenhower’s Owen Dent – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alexandria Johnson Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Eisenhower’s Owen Dent has had quite the cross country journey over his four years. After years of season-ending injuries, training, and conditioning, Dent is ready to take the course. “I am glad I had a summer of training leading up to this season,” Dent said. “In my freshman year, I broke my […]
Rose Hill’s Landon Marshall – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Davis Moore Chevrolet
By Matt Browning When Rose Hill’s Landon Marshall was little, his dad, Keith, spent a lot of time working nights. Combine that with Landon and his sisters being in school, they didn’t get to spend much time with their dad. But as they grew older, his work schedule changed so that they could all be […]
Bishop Carroll’s Mary Bina – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Caleb Hanke State Farm
By Cooper Chadwick Bishop Carroll’s Mary Bina, received high praise from Golden Eagle’s head coach Pat Easum for not just her skill but work ethic. “One thing that stands out about Mary is her determination and work ethic. On the course she’s very focused and sets high expectations for herself. She’s the type of athlete […]
Newton’s Naomi Koontz – Poll Winner – Presented by Salina Tech
By Matt Browning A golfer would be hard-pressed to find a resume as good as Newton’s Naomi Koontz. The senior had a low round of 65 at Salina Municipal, a 2024 stroke average of 70.3, which was ranked No. 2 in all classes and No. 1 in Class 5A, she won the Derby Invitational, Salina […]
Wichita Northwest’s Ava Barker – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Dean Jones State Farm Insurance
By Hayden Swope Wichita Northwest’s Ava Barker ended last season on a high note, and the work she put in over the offseason says she’s ready to be back even stronger. “Before the season started I ran a lot to have a good base to build off of, and I’m ready to see where my […]
Kapaun Mount Carmel’s Chloe and Caroline Hocker – Poll Winners – Presented by KTAG
By Hayden Swope Just recently winning the Collegiate Classic, Kapaun Mt. Carmel’s Chloe and Caroline Hocker are back and better than ever this season. After spending all offseason preparing together, they are ready to take on the competition. “We prepared for the season by working hard every day and playing tournaments throughout the summer,” the […]
Bishop Carroll’s Brea Martin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Supplement World
By Blake Chadwick Being a starter for all four years is no easy feat, but for Bishop Carroll senior volleyball player Brea Martin, she has made it look easy. “Brea is an all-around athlete,” head coach Teri Larson said. “She is quick, strong, and has an excellent vertical. She used to play basketball and made […]
Valley Center’s Nathan Hinds – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rikki Casey Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick A good goalie is a key piece for every soccer team. For last year’s 13-4-1 Valley Center team, senior goalkeeper Nathan Hinds was a huge part of their success because of his big-time shot-stopping ability, soccer IQ and experience. Hinds was a second-team all-league player last season, contributing to the team with […]
Circle’s Gracie Tucker – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Gambino’s Pizza
By Cooper Chadwick Three-year starter Gracie Tucker is looking to be a force this year and lead her team to a successful season. Last year Tucker played middle hitter for Circle, but for her senior year she is making the switch to outside hitter. “Gracie is an extremely athletic young lady who brings energy and […]