Derby’s Corey Koch – Coach Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway State Farm

By Joanna Chadwick Corey Koch, Derby’s new head cross country coach, brings a unique blend of experience and discipline to the Panthers.   Koch is a 15-year military veteran who coached most recently at McMurry University, a Division III school in Abilene, Texas.   Koch was named head coach in 2023 of the cross country program after […]

Wichita Central Christian’s Jaye McCurdy – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by KTAG

By Matt Browning Wichita Central Christian volleyball player Jaye McCurdy has established herself as a leader for the Lions, which are coming off back-to-back state tournament appearances. How exactly does she lead on the court? “A good leader is someone whose attitude is not affected by the play of the game,” McCurdy said. “It doesn’t matter […]

Mulvane’s Ainsley Wood – Student Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Tractor

By Matt Browning Mulvane’s Ainsley Wood has long been interested in agriculture, specifically horses, so joining FFA was a no-brainer. “When I heard that Mulvane High school had FFA I immediately knew that I needed to be a part of it,” Wood said. “As I have been in FFA over the past few years I have realized […]