Wichita Northwest’s Augie Fast – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Two Brothers BBQ
By Blake Chadwick Wichita Northwest’s Augie Fast quite literally burst onto the scene last year for the Grizzlies where he showed his versatility, playing running back, wide receiver, safety, returning kicks and punts and even as a blocker. “My coachability and versatility make me a standout player,” Fast said. “I appreciate the feedback my coaches […]
Wichita South’s Jay’Den Kirk McGowan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance
By Blake Chadwick After coming off their first winning season since 2015 and most wins in a season since 1994, Wichita South will be looking to build off that and continue their success for another year. A catalyst for that success? Jay’Den Kirk-McGowan, a now senior running back, is one of the humblest guys around, but […]
2025 Football Preview
Nickerson High School’s Gabriel Taylor – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by PrairieStar Health Center
Gabriel Taylor Nickerson High School By Angela Brunk Gabriel Taylor, a senior at Nickerson High School, enters his final football season with unfinished business and a fire to prove just how far he’s come. As a middle linebacker and right offensive guard, Taylor brings toughness and leadership to both sides of the ball. These qualities […]
Nickerson High School’s Kristopher Monroe – Athlete Spotlight – Advanced Physical Therapy
Kristopher Monroe Nickerson High School By Angela Brunk Kristopher Monroe, a senior at Nickerson High School and the team’s quarterback, is stepping into this fall season with high expectations and a laser focus on growth. As a member of the Class of 2026, Monroe is already proving to be a leader both on and off […]
Derby football
By Joanna Chadwick The football season opens on Friday across the state, and the difference in the Derby football team from June til now is huge. Still, more growth is expected. “We’re a work in progress,” Derby coach Brandon Clark said. “We return three guys on defense, 6-7 guys on offense. In June I was […]
Andale football
By Joanna Chadwick Andale has won four of the last five Class 3A championships, and no surprise, the Indians are expected to contend for a second straight this fall. “There’s a mentality that if we don’t get it done, it’s not a very good year,” coach Dylan Schmidt said. “There’s good and bad about it.” […]
Kingman Eagles – Football Preview – Presented by Jon Wollen State Farm
League: Central Plains Head Coach: Tanner Hageman, 6th season Last Five Seasons: 2024: 4-5 2023: 7-3 2022: 13-1 2021: 11-2 2020: 6-3 2025 Schedule: Sep 5 – H Chaparral Sep 12 – At Cheney Sep 19 – H Wichita Trinity Sep 26 – At Southeast of Saline Oct 3 – At Douglass Oct 10 – […]
Kapaun Mount Carmel Crusaders – Football Preview – Presented by Terry Johnson State Farm
League: Greater Wichita Athletic League Head Coach: Weston Schartz, 6th season Last Five Seasons: 2024: 7-3 2023: 11-2 2022: 5-5 2021: 10-2 2020: 8-2 2025 Schedule: Sep 5 – At Andover Sep 12 – H Wichita North Sep 19 – At Wichita East Sep 26 – H Wichita Northwest Oct 3 – At Wichita Southeast […]
El Dorado Wildcats – Football Preview – Presented by Valerie Bean State Farm
League: Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail Division IV Head Coach: Dan Adelhardt, 2nd season Last Five Seasons: 2024: 0-9 2023: 0-9 2022: 2-7 2021: 3-6 2020: 5-3 2025 Schedule: Sep 5 – H Andale Sep 12 – At Clearwater Sep 19 – H Collegiate Sep 26 – At Rose Hill Oct 3 – H Mulvane Oct 10 – […]