Butler Community College Hosts 2025 Fiber Optics Boot Camp
This summer, the Butler Community College Career and Workforce Education Department is thrilled to host their Fiber Optics Boot Camp for the next generation of tech talent. This event takes place Monday through Friday, June 2 – 6. This free five-day event for high school students offers hands-on training from industry professionals. On the […]
Haysville Campus’ Brandon Andino – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Although bowling is a lifelong sport, very few people ever achieve perfection – even for one game. Brandon Andino, who just finished his senior bowling campaign at Campus High School, is definitely the exception to that rule; he rolled a perfect game in only his second year of competition. Andino’s story about […]
Hutchinson’s Jack Davis – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Clinic
By Ken Hansard The Hutchinson Salthawks baseball team compiled an18-10 record last season, culminating in a second-round loss at regionals. Jack Davis, a senior pitcher and first baseman for the Salthawks, and his teammates are ready to embark on a new campaign that they hope will end in a state berth in May. They are […]
Hutchinson’s Caiden Beavers – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Hutchinson senior shortstop Caiden Beavers and his teammates have some unfinished business that they would like to attend to. The Salthawks finished last season 18-10, falling short of the 5A state tournament by one game, as they lost a heartbreaker to Salina Central in the regional championships. Almost an entire year later, […]
Derby’s Loren Sweat – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Jared Weinman By Angela Brunk Loren Sweat, a 2025 outfielder for Derby High School’s softball team, is setting her sights high for this season. As she enters her final year of high school softball, Sweat’s focus is not just on personal growth but also on leading her team to a state title. “Individually, […]
Derby’s Ava Boden – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink
Photo by Jared Weinman By Angela Brunk Ava Boden, a senior at Derby High School, is gearing up for her final season of softball. As a versatile athlete, she plays both pitcher and outfield. Boden also serves as an all-around utility player. “I’m focused on improving my stats this season in pitching, hitting, and scoring,” […]
Northwest’s Cavin Rundell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by WSU Tech
By Angela Brunk Cavin Rundell, a junior at Northwest High School, is making a name for himself as a key player on the baseball team. Primarily a catcher, Rundell also plays all around the infield, showcasing his versatility and commitment to the game. With the new season underway, Rundell has set clear goals for both […]
Maize South’s Lizzy Lassley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Lizzy Lassley, a senior at Maize South High School, is gearing up for an exciting final season of softball. As a versatile player, she plays both catcher and utility positions. With a passion for the game, Lassley has set both individual and team goals for this season. For personal goals, she aims […]
Derby’s Brooke Downs – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Door Rescue
By Ken Hansard The Derby girls’ wrestlers shared a wealth of success during the 2024-2025 season. They won the AVCTL – Division I. They won every dual that they competed in this season, posting a perfect 7-0 record. They finished 11th in 6A State overall at the KSHSAA State Championships. Derby junior wrestler and team […]
Wichita Heights’ Jamielee Jimenez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Caleb Hanke State Farm
By Ken Hansard The Wichita Heights softball team finished last season 8-12, finishing fifth in the City Leage (GWAL). At the end of her junior season, Jamielee Jimenez, a pitcher and second baseman for Heights, was voted MVP and top Offensive Player for the Falcons, “I was honored to be voted in by my teammates. […]