Hutchinson’s Jamie Patrick – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning A local product, Jamie Patrick came to Hutch CC from Hutchinson Trinity Catholic High School where she was Class 1A all-state in both basketball and volleyball. After Hutch, Patrick played for two seasons at Colorado State University. Patrick’s first season on the bench was quite successful. The 2018-19 Blue Dragons posted a 33-4 […]
#YiBelong Spotlight – Seth Hadley – Presented by YMCA
By Matt Browning For about three years, Seth Hadley has been volunteering at the YMCA. He has coached a variety of sports, including tee-ball, basketball and soccer. “It’s been a wonderful experience to engage with the kids in different activities, helping them explore their interests and develop new skills,” Hadley said. “As my sons grow and […]
Hesston’s Reed Friesen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Hesston’s Reed Friesen was a first team all-league and all-state selection last season, while averaging 15 points and eight rebounds per game. But what stuck out the most is how he needs to improve his leadership for this season’s team. “I am most excited to be able to lead my team as senior, and see […]
Andale’s Brooke Grimes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Central Power Systems and Services
By Cooper Chadwick Confidence is not something junior Brooke Grimes lacks, and it goes back to all the extra time she devoted to become a greater shooter. Last year Andale’s shooting guard broke the record for most three pointers made in a season and tied the record for most in a game, as a sophomore. […]
Circle’s Landon Boldra – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kathy Richard-Koenigsman State Farm
By Cooper Chadwick College basketball is the goal for senior Landon Boldra and he believes the work he put in on his body will have him ready to get there. Boldra’s biggest motivation for this season and basketball in general is to play the sport he loves at the next level. “Basketball has been my […]
McPherson Boys’ Basketball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Cooper Chadwick After winning the Class 4A Tournament last season, this young McPherson Bullpups team has some big shoes to fill, but head coach Kurtis Kinnamon believes they can do so. McPherson is led by senior Gabe Pyle, who last year averaged 17 points per game and 5 rebounds. Pyle earned CO-4A Player of […]
Wellington’s Val Norwood and Brit Zeka – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Davis Moore
By Blake Chadwick A season ago, Wellington finished second in class 4A after reaching the state championship game and losing to Bishop Miege 75-64. The Crusaders bring back seniors Val Norwood and Brit Zeka and they are on the quest back to the state championship game where they have some revenge to get. “Val and […]
Buhler’s Isaiah Heredia – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Sliced Golf
By Cooper Chadwick Traveling to Kansas City each weekend during the summer, and playing in high level tournaments has just been one thing junior Isaiah Heredia has done to get his name out there. Heredia also went to lots of camps during the offseason such as various Nike camps and camps run by local colleges. […]
Augusta’s Emma and Ella Bourm – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Radiological Group
By Cooper Chadwick Combining for 17 points per game last year Augusta’s senior sister duo of Emma and Ella Bourm are excited to play their final year of high school basketball together. Both Ella and Emma play basketball together year-round, workout together and push each other to get better constantly. “Playing with my twin sister […]
Buhler’s Gracie Oard – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Swisher Hydro Excavating
By Cooper Chadwick Priding herself on defense, Buhler’s senior point guard Gracie Oard is hoping to grow and be the best player she can be, on both sides of the ball. Oard, who had 1.2 steals per game last season, loves the challenge of guarding the other team’s best player. She hopes that drive will […]