Hutchinson’s Rhyan Galyon – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Clinic
By Hayden Swope Hutchinson’s Rhyan Galyon is a three time All-American, and with her favorite season just getting started, she’ll be embracing the atmosphere that makes basketball season special. “I am most excited for basketball season overall,” Galyon said. “I love watching the game from behind the baseline. I love the loud and competitive environment […]
Campus’ Payton McNutt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rachel Janes Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning There were several reasons why Campus’ Payton McNutt decided to become a cheerleader seven years ago. “I started cheer to stay active in school and to separate my competition dance,” McNutt said. “It allowed me to enjoy both spaces and not burn out.” Being a cheerleader at Campus is a grind, as it […]
Campus’ Caitlynn Clough – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rachel Janes Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning As a junior last season, Campus bowler Caitlynn Clough qualified for the 6A Tournament. Throughout her season, she rolled a high series of 646 and a high game of 237. The Colts are the two-time defending state champions and Clough has intentions of going back-to-back. “Some goals that I want to accomplish […]
Campus’ Owen Glamann – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Owen Glamann is entering his senior season at Campus High School with confidence and big goals on his mind. The 12th-grade standout, who plays pitcher and outfield, has his sights set high for his final year. “I’m going for best pitcher in the state of Kansas this year, so I’m ecstatic about […]
Hutchinson’s Gabriel Valadez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Senior leadership will take the mound this spring at Hutchinson High School as 12th-grader Gabriel Valadez prepares for his final season in Salthawk colors. A pitcher and utility player, Valadez brings versatility, experience, and a team-first mindset to a roster filled with young talent moving up to varsity. “I am super excited […]
Derby’s Olivia Parra – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
By Ken Hansard Olivia Parra, a senior outfielder for the Derby Panthers, was recognized by the league’s coaches last season for her contributions and was awarded First-Team All-AVCTL (Division I) as a Designated Player. An untimely injury prevented Parra from playing with the Panthers at state as a junior. Now, as a senior, she […]
Bishop Carroll Boys Wrestling – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning In the January 27th rankings by the Kansas Coaches Wrestling Association, the Bishop Carroll boys wrestling team is ranked third in Class 5A. The Golden Eagles have six wrestlers ranked in their respective weight classes, including freshman Parker Landes No. 1 at 106 and junior Connor Landes No. 2 at 138. “The […]
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Derby’s Lexi Schott – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway State Farm
Photo Credit Shelby Laine Photography By Joanna Chadwick When Kari Schott became the assistant cheer coach at Derby, her daughter, Lexi, was in third grade. “I have practically grown up in the sport,” Lexi Schott said. “I think the biggest positives of cheer is the people I have met because of it. The relationships I […]
Andale’s Tristen Cox – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Cooper Chadwick Tristen Cox is a senior wrestler for Andale high school who wrestles at the 150 pound weight class. Cox is very excited for his last year of high school wrestling, and hopes to make it a special one. One thing Cox is excited about specifically is making it to, and competing at state, […]