Mulvane’s Dylan Paul – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Taylor Zeka Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope What started as a hobby for Mulvane’s Dylan Paul actually ended up being much more. Here he is, multiple state appearances and wins later. “I have played golf since I was about 12 years old when I got my first golf set for Christmas, but I didn’t really take it seriously until […]
Collegiate’s Zach Voloch – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Collegiate
By Matt Browning At the 2024 3A golf tournament, Wichita Collegiate was down by a couple shots after the first day and wasn’t able to overcome the deficit. This season, the Spartans led Wichita Trinity by a shot after the first day and cruised to the team title – exactly what Zach Voloch wanted to […]
Campus’ Kayla Frost – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rachel Janes Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Kayla Frost of Campus High School has always been surrounded by sports, and her competitive nature and drive to succeed has always come easy. From one sport to another, Frost has given it her all, including her track and field career. “I started track in seventh grade,” Frost said. “I started doing […]
Campus’ Jeremy Willig – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Community Bank
By Matt Browning For 18 years, Jeremy Willig has been teaching business and working with the Campus Business Leaders and it’s an experience that has meant the world to him. “One of the most rewarding aspects is seeing students discover their strengths and passions,” Willig said. “Whether it’s public speaking, finance, digital communication, or leadership, BPA […]
Wichita Heights’ Seth Ogden – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M & M Insurance
By Ken Hansard All driven athletes understand that one of the keys to greatness is working to improve weaknesses to the point where they become strengths. Wichita Heights tennis player Seth Ogden realized that both his serves and his approach shots were holding him back, so he worked hard to correct that, “It took a lot […]
Wichita East’s Anahree Smith – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Emprise Bank
By Cooper Chadwick As an upperclassman, Wichita East’s Anahree Smith is an athlete that represents her team and her school well on and off the field. Smith, a Junior, throws discus and shot put for the Blue Aces, and has been working hard to make improvements. “During the off season I have been constantly lifting […]
Flinthills’ Addison Cartmell – Scholarship Winner – Presented by Shari Lewis Shelter Insurance
Shelter Insurance Foundation recently awarded a $1,500 scholarship to Addison Cartmell, a graduate of Flinthills High School and Cheer Eclipse. Shelter Agent Shari Lewis sponsored and partially funded this scholarship. A committee of coaches and community leaders selected the local recipient. The committee considered each applicant’s scholastic achievements, educational goals, citizenship, moral character, as well […]
Wichita Northwest’s Kailena Hallman – Scholarship Winner – Presented by Shari Lewis Shelter Insurance
The Shelter Insurance Foundation recently awarded a $1,500 scholarship to Kailena Hallman, a graduate of Wichita Northwest High School. Shelter Agent Shari Lewis sponsored and partially funded this scholarship. A committee of coaches and community leaders selected the local recipient. The committee considered each applicant’s scholastic achievements, educational goals, citizenship, moral character, as well as […]
Wichita Northwest’s Liliana Hernandez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shari Lewis Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Wichita Northwest’s Liliana Hernandez has always had a love for soccer, and after years of playing goalie, her high school career has come to an end. “I’ve been playing soccer since I was five years old, about 13 years now,” Hernandez said. “I’ve been a goalkeeper since I was around nine, and […]
Maize South’s Laken Matthews – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Maize South golfer Laken Matthews took second at the 2024 5A State Tournament and has proven to once again be one of the most dynamic golfers in the state in 2025. Twice this season Matthews has shot scores under 70. While Matthews has struggled with consistency, his coaches and teammates have had his back as […]