Wichita East’s Avei’yeah Wilson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance
By Hayden Swope As the new wrestling season approaches, Avei’yeah Wilson of Wichita East has been putting in extra time and effort toward her preparation; both on and off the mat. “This season I’m taking more time to get mentally and physically prepared for the upcoming season, I’m putting more dedication and focus towards school […]
Collegiate’s Karim Sandid – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Collegiate
By Cooper Chadwick Last season at the state championship, Wichita Collegiate’s Karim Sandid finished first in the 200m medley relay, second in the 400m freestyle relay, third in the 100m breaststroke and fourth in the 100m freestyle. Head coach Aidan Scott is excited to have Sandid back for his junior year. “Karim is a great […]
Oxford’s Madison Mayfield – Student Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
By Matt Browning One of the main reasons Oxford’s Madison Mayfield joined SCCDAT was to have an influence on the next generation of Wildcats. “Some things that I have learned about myself while being in SCCDAT is that I really like being involved with the younger kids and teaching them how we should be as […]
Kingman’s Caylor Helm – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jon Wollen State Farm
By Hayden Swope Kingman’s Caylor Helm is entering her senior season with a sharpened focus and a commitment to strengthening every part of her game for a successful season. “I am working on improving my defense and rebounding this season,” Helm said. “I have focused strongly on offense in the past and this year in […]
Newton’s Jaeann James – Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Cooper Chadwick Newton high school senior Jaeann James has qualified for state all three years of her high school career and she hopes this year will be no different. “ I am dedicated and committed to my team. My team knows that I will show up and work hard. I expect them to do […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Kade Smith – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning One of the main reasons football player Kade Smith loves Hutchinson Community College is the support the students and staff provide. But it’s also nice how good the athletics and academics are, too. “There’s a multitude of people on and off campus who are so loving and willing to support,” Smith said. “Athletically […]
Wichita Heights’ Jonovan Wyatt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Emprise Bank
By Cooper Chadwick After finishing fifth at state last year, Heights senior Jonovan Wyatt is hungry for more. “I want to make a name for myself in this sport through hard work and consistency. I want the people around me to be proud of what I’m doing, and I want to be the type of […]
Wichita North’s Thomas Shields – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman
By Blake Chadwick Wichita North senior Thomas Shields enters his final season with one clear goal in mind and that is winning the 113 pound state championship. Shields embraces the grind, often saying that if he’s not suffering, he’s not working hard enough. Now in his ninth year of wrestling, Shields attacks every practice with […]
Newton’s Avery Hinojos – Prep Performance of the Month – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Last year Newton senior Avery Hinojos won the 5A state championship at 115 pounds, and this year she hopes to do the same thing. “I am most excited to see how my season goes and to achieve all the goals I will accomplish through my high school wrestling career. I’m looking forward to bonding with […]
Bishop Carroll’s Leighton Daugherty – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago
By Blake Chadwick Bishop Carroll senior Leighton Daugherty enters his final season with confidence, excitement, and championship-level goals. “My biggest strength is being a good teammate,” Daugherty said. “Bowling is a sport where it’s very easy to overthink or get into a negative mindset. Setting a positive tone helps my bowling, but it also encourages […]