2026 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup – Presented by Visit Wichita
Wichita will welcome thousands of athletes, coaches and family members this week as the 2026 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup returns to SCHEELS Stryker Sports Complex. Competition takes place Tuesday, July 7 through Saturday, July 11, and is free and open to the public. This year’s tournament marks the beginning of a historic three-year run, as […]
Wichita Northwest’s Amaia Alvarez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Dean Jones State Farm Insurance
Leadership became a major point of emphasis this season for Amaia Alvarez as the Wichita Northwest senior stepped into a new role as one of the team captains. While Alvarez has always focused on improving her technical skills and overall development on the field, this season brought a different perspective as she looked to lead […]
Wichita East’s Alyssa Awtrey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M&M Insurance Associates
Alyssa Awtrey has built her season around leadership, consistency and connection in the midfield for Wichita East, focusing less on individual recognition and more on team development. “My main focus this season was helping our team grow together and continue improving every game,” Awtrey said. “I wanted us to build strong chemistry, stay motivated, and […]
Andover’s Lili Thiessen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
Lili Thiessen has spent her final high school soccer season trying to do more than score goals. Off the field, Thiessen focused on reshaping the team culture at Andover, prioritizing intensity, respect and unity within a program she said had previously dealt with internal challenges. “My primary focus for this season was creating a team […]
Maize’s Yareli Garcia – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kevin Shields State Farm Insurance
For Yareli Garcia, this soccer season at Maize centered on growth, adaptability and building confidence on both sides of her game. “My primary focus this season was to get a better first touch and becoming more confident using my left foot,” Garcia said. “I wanted to become more consistent with my left foot, help my […]
Wichita Southeast’s Mia Powell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning For Wichita Southeast senior Mia Powell, this soccer season is less about individual accolades and more about finishing her high school career with purpose, leadership, and enjoyment. “My primary focus for this season is to enjoy my senior year,” Powell said. “I don’t plan on playing college soccer solely based on my […]
Valley Center’s Caleigh Cross – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Driving School
By Matt Browning Valley Center girls soccer player Caleigh Cross believes her best attributes go beyond goals scored or assists recorded. “I think some of my strengths are my leadership and communication on the field,” Cross said. “I try to lead the team as best as I can by always having a voice and helping […]
Andover Central’s Tori Williams – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning Despite being a second team all-league goalkeeper last season, Andover Central’s Tori Williams struggled with her confidence—an area she wanted to improve heading into this year. “In my offseason I had an opportunity to train with a women’s league team here in Wichita over the summer and this helped me gain back […]
Andover Central’s Brynn Bachura – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning As a returning first team all-league defender, Andover Central’s Brynn Bachura believes being the coach on the field is the most important part of her position. “I would consider my strengths to be my communication skills, leadership, and ability to see the field well,” Bachura said. “As a center back, I am […]
Rose Hill Girls Soccer – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Blake Chadwick For the Rose Hill girls soccer program, the identity has been built slowly, intentionally and with a clear vision from head coach Shelby Kaba. Now in his third year leading the program, Kaba has helped guide Rose Hill into a more defined tactical direction centered around possession, composure and control. “I have […]