Clearwater Softball – Team Spotlight – Presented by Bjostad Home Inspections & Reflection Mobile Bar Service
By Ken Hansard Coach Tyler Hampton is in his eighth season at the helm for the Clearwater Indians. Hampton and his Lady Indians have had some notable runs in the past three seasons, including two AVCTL Division IV championships, three regional championships, and two fourth place finishes at state. Last season, Clearwater finished with a […]
Andover Central’s Ellie Kucera – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick A lot of catchers know that they have a huge job to do, and for Andover Central senior Ellie Kucera her job is no different. Kucera has been playing softball since second grade and competitively when she got older. The senior knows what it takes to play at a high level and […]
Remington’s Elena Bowling – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Moore Water & Air
By Ken Hansard Remington’s Elena Bowling is an all-around athlete who has built an impressive resume. Bowling plays shortstop and third base for the Broncos, who finished last season 17-3, securing their first-ever HOA Championship before finishing runners-up at regionals. Bowling hit a notable .493 and was named First Team HOA as an infielder as […]
Central Burden Softball – Team Spotlight – Presented by The Bannister Financial Group Inc
By Blake Chadwick After finishing last year 0-20, the Central Burden Raiders only have one place to go and that is upwards. Head coach Bruce Hafenstein has been the head coach since 2015 and has been loved because of his open type of coaching where he leaves no stone unturned. He thrives on teaching the […]
South Sumner Softball – Team Spotlight – Presented by Caldwell Regional Medical Center
By Cooper Chadwick Coming off a 14-7 season, South Sumner softball is returning a strong lineup with hopes of making a deep playoff run with this level of experience. Of their nine starters last year, South Sumner is returning eight of them: two seniors, five juniors and one sophomore. They also have a large incoming […]
Maize South Softball – Team Spotlight – Presented by Dudley’s Irish Pub
By Blake Chadwick As head coach Cody Stucky enters his 21st year as a softball coach, the motto for the year is to “Focus and Finish’ after their 17-5, 2024 campaign fell just short of the class 5A state championship. Stucky, who has always had a love for baseball and softball, grew up watching his […]
Derby’s Ava Hastings – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Heating and Air
By Cooper Chadwick As a freshman, Derby High School’s Ava Hastings is ready to make her mark on a talented and experienced team. Head coach Christy Weve is already impressed with what Hastings is going to bring to the panthers. “Ava works hard on and off the field. She is fast, has a strong arm […]
Kingman’s Macie Brannan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rogers Crop Insurance Inc
By Cooper Chadwick With a new head coach, things are bound to be different, but senior Macie Brannan is excited for what head coach Ashley Podschun will bring to the Kingman Eagles this year. “I am excited to have a new coach and get to know her and see how she coaches,” Brannan said. “I’m […]
Haven’s Sophia Faidley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hellas Construction
By Blake Chadwick After back-to-back league championships in 2023 and 2024, senior catcher Sophia Faidley will look to get the Haven Wildcats back and make a deep state championship run. “As a player, Sophie is very focused and determined, and she works hard to be a good catcher,” head coach Darin Ashworth said. “She’s a […]
Derby Softball – Team Spotlight – Presented by Primerica – Rob Cooper
By Blake Chadwick The Derby Panther softball team is a program that consistently excels year after year. Now entering head coach Christy Weve’s 22nd season at the helm, the team aims to build on last year’s impressive 24-5 record and look to make it four straight state tournament appearances. “I expect the season to go […]