Belle Plaine’s Maddy Talbot – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Shelter Insurance, Ken Gooch
By Hayden Swope Maddy Talbot of Belle Plaine was a first team all-league and second team all-state softball selection for the Dragons last season. Besides softball, Talbot is involved in numerous activities at Belle Plaine. “I have participated in volleyball, basketball, and softball all four years of high school,” Talbot said. “I have been involved […]
Southeast’s Duane Cornwell – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Shelter Insurance, Tommy Leach
By Hayden Swope Southeast’s Duane Cornwell ended his junior season proudly, but knew the work wasn’t over. As soon as last season ended, Cornwell was already preparing for the next year. “We stop high school season in May, so over the summer and in the fall I was playing with some travel teams and tried […]
Collegiate’s Julia Herrman – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Wichita Collegiate School
By Blake Chadwick Collegiate junior Julia Herrman has been one of the most consistent players in the state this season. Despite being on a team with only nine players, Herrman has made the most of it, leading her team in almost every category. “This season has been one of the best by far,” Herrman said. […]
Derby HS Football Booster Club – Spotlight Presented By Ascension Via Christi
By Matt Browning The Derby High School Football Booster Club is an asset to one of the top programs in the state. From fundraising, to organizing weekly meals, to engaging the community and much more, the DHSFBC is just another layer to the success of the Panthers. “The best advantage we can give the Derby […]
Merari Flores, Wichita Northwest – Prep Performance Of The Month Presented By Hog Wild
By Matt Browning Wichita Northwest’s Merari Flores was constantly on the move throughout the offseason, looking to build off her first team all-league selection last season. “During the offseason, I played my last season of club soccer due to me being a senior with my club team Kansas Wichita Rush 2006,” Flores said. “We traveled across […]
Mulvane’s Garrett Olson – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Shelter Insurance, Taylor Zeka
By Hayden Swope Mulvane’s Garrett Olson has been looking forward to getting back on the field all offseason. As the first games of the season near quick, Olson feels ready for whatever the season may throw at him. “To prepare for this season I began going to player-led hitting sessions beginning in mid January as […]
Winfield’s Emma Moore – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Visit Wichita
By Blake Chadwick Growing up in the water, Winfield’s Emma Moore has been swimming since she was about six years old, starting with the Winfield Swim Club. “I started noticing my talent at about nine years old when I started qualifying for my first championship meets,” Moore said. The senior is primarily a 100 and […]
YiBelong Spotlight Ben Brown – Presented By YMCA
By Matt Browning Ben Brown has the right combination when it comes to being an affective YMCA volunteer coach. “I have always enjoyed working with kids and playing/coaching sports, so volunteering with the YMCA has been a perfect fit,” Brown said. “While I do have some experiences coaching and playing at higher levels, I appreciate […]
Russ Smith, Central-Burden HS – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Russ Smith of Central Burden was an all-state baseball player last year, but because of an injury he occurred in football, he will not be able to play this season. Smith suffered a separation to his AC joint in his shoulder and later found out he tore his labrum. He is now […]
Wendy Rusco – Blue Dragon Spotlight Presented By Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning Wendy Rusco attended Hutchinson Community College from 2003 to 2005 and was a basketball player for the Blue Dragons. She received her Associates Degree in Science. “The support I received from great coaches, teammates, and my academic advisor played a significant role in my growth and success,” Rusco said. “Whether on the […]