Wichita Northwest’s Cordale Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shari Lewis Insurance Shoppe
Cordale Johnson enters his senior season believing the Wichita Northwest Grizzlies have the talent and chemistry to compete for the school’s first state football championship. “I’m excited that I get to go to battle with my brothers for one last season,” Johnson said. “I feel like this is the team that can bring Northwest their […]
Derby’s Blade Clark – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Morgan’s Steakhouse
Blade Clark knows success on the football field is measured by more than touchdowns and passing yards. For the Derby High School quarterback, the relationships built with his teammates are what make each season memorable. “I am most excited to compete with all of my teammates,” Clark said. “All the guys around me are what […]
Derby’s Michael Castillo – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Glassman
After a productive junior season, Derby senior Michael Castillo has spent the offseason focused on preparing for what he hopes will be a memorable final year of high school football. Castillo said his offseason has centered on improving both physically and mentally through consistent work in the weight room and on the practice field. “I […]
Valley Center’s Spencer Crumrine – Football Spotlight – Presented by Cardboard & Plastic
After earning all-league and all-state recognition as one of Valley Center’s top offensive weapons a season ago, Spencer Crumrine isn’t entering his senior season chasing statistics. Instead, the standout wide receiver is focused on helping the Hornets take the next step as a team. Crumrine, who hauled in 50 receptions for 735 yards and seven […]
Bishop Carroll’s Cooper Herman – Football Spotlight – Presented by The Barbershop Old Town
Bishop Carroll Catholic High School senior running back Cooper Herrman is looking forward to one more Friday night stretch under the lights, with hopes that his offseason work translates into a deep postseason run. “I am most excited to play on Friday nights with my guys and see our hard work from this offseason pay […]
Derby’s Mason Moaliitele – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Mark May Allstate
After putting together one of the most productive defensive seasons in Class 6A last year, Derby linebacker Mason Moaliitele is focused on helping his team reach the next level. Moaliitele recorded 108 tackles in just eight games because of an injury, averaging 13.1 tackles per game, the highest mark in Class 6A. He also added […]
Kapaun Mount Carmel’s Jack Runyan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Nicholas Larson American Family Insurance
The Kapaun Mount Carmel football team enters the 2026 season with a chance to accomplish something that hasn’t been done at the school in decades — win back-to-back state championships. Returning offensive lineman Jack Runyan has embraced the responsibility that comes with defending a title and is determined to do everything possible to help Kapaun […]
Andover Central’s Jaxson Green – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by One Shot Sports Apparel
Andover Central running back Jaxson Green is heading into the new high school football season with a clear focus on finishing strong, building on a breakout junior campaign and chasing another major statistical milestone. Green, who earned All-State honors last season, said the upcoming schedule is one of the biggest sources of excitement as the […]
Derby’s Arieus Finley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway State Farm
After rushing for nearly 1,600 yards and earning first-team all-league and Class 6A all-state honors last fall, Derby senior running back Arieus Finley isn’t shying away from lofty expectations entering his final high school season. In fact, he’s embracing them. Finley, who rushed for 1,590 yards and 16 touchdowns on 186 carries while averaging 144 […]
Wichita East’s Cameron Akins – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Emprise Bank
As Wichita East prepares for the high school football season, defensive back Cameron Akins is eager to take the field after spending the offseason working to elevate his game. Akins said his offseason centered on speed training and weightlifting with a trainer while also sharpening one specific part of his game. “The area I wanted […]