Derby baseball off to hot start
By Joanna Chadwick Photo by Tristan Anderson There’s no doubt that the 2025 baseball season was a rough one for Derby, which won seven games. But the Panthers have a new coach in Jeff Frazee and have opened the season at 6-0. “Our seniors have led the way for our team on and off the […]
Campus’ Trace Van Arsdale – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Haysville School District
By Cooper Chadwick As a two-year starter for Campus high school junior Trace Van Arsdale plays middle infield, center field and pitcher for the Colts. “Trace is a hard working player that brings his best attitude and effort each day whether it is a game or practice. As a coach it is great to have […]
Rose Hill’s Braxton Frazier – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Rose Hill pitcher Braxton Frazier dealt with multiple tears in the UCL of his throwing arm, along with nerve damage and tendinitis in his elbow. Frazier shut down pitching from July through November but still didn’t feel 100 percent until January. “It mostly came from overuse from pitching and not doing enough […]
Maize’s Gavin Short – Baseball Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
Maize baseball player Gavin Short said his offseason was the most productive one he has ever had, and for that reason alone, he’s ready for the season to begin. “I’m excited to carry that momentum into the season and do my part to help the team,” Short said. Calling it an offseason may actually be […]
Hutchinson’s Julian Lyons – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard As he enters his senior season, Julian Lyons of Hutchinson High School is ready to take command on the mound for the Salthawks in ACTVL Division 1 play. The senior pitcher is embracing both a leadership role and lofty expectations after earning ACTVL Second Team All-League honors as a pitcher and […]
Udall’s Logan Mason – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Ken Gooch Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Udall’s Logan Mason is ready to make his senior year count, energized by the chance to build momentum across multiple sports. “This year I am most excited about us finally winning some games during basketball and getting some hype back into our student sections,” Mason said. “Hopefully we can keep going with […]
Campus’ Owen Glamann – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Owen Glamann is entering his senior season at Campus High School with confidence and big goals on his mind. The 12th-grade standout, who plays pitcher and outfield, has his sights set high for his final year. “I’m going for best pitcher in the state of Kansas this year, so I’m ecstatic about […]
Hutchinson’s Gabriel Valadez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Senior leadership will take the mound this spring at Hutchinson High School as 12th-grader Gabriel Valadez prepares for his final season in Salthawk colors. A pitcher and utility player, Valadez brings versatility, experience, and a team-first mindset to a roster filled with young talent moving up to varsity. “I am super excited […]
Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Bishop Carroll
Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to the following Bishop Carroll athletes on signing to continue their athletic careers: Itzelle Lumbreras – Butler CC soccer Rachel Hawkins – Johnson CC soccer Isabella Martinez – Newman cheer Adyson McGregor – Concordia University Diego Medina – Bethel soccer Judd Blasi – Barton […]
Goddard’s Bryer Rojas – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by WSU Tech
By Ken Hansard To outsiders, Bryer Rojas, senior first baseman and outfielder for the Goddard Lions, may appear to live a charmed life. He comes from a great family, and his love of the game stems from his dad, Jaime, who taught Bryer to love the sport and additionally taught him the ins-and-outs of […]