Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour – Valley Center
Another stop on the Service Body Shop Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to the following Valley Center athletes on signing to continue their athletic careers! Abreya Perry – Texas A&M softball Aly Sparman – Friends volleyball Hanna Adkins – Friends cross country Hannah McGettigan – McPherson soccer Taylor McDonald – Montana State volleyball
Wellington’s Kyndal Rusk – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Alison Rusk State Farm
By Matt Browning The Wellington softball program endured a tough season in terms of wins and losses, but how they bonded and stayed together is what stood out to senior Kyndal Rusk. We had to grow up a bit, learn how to deal with losing, and still show up and play hard,” Rusk said. “One thing […]
Bluestem’s Dani Orpen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jim’s Propane
By Matt Browning Just a freshman, Bluestem’s Dani Orpen was an honorable mention all-league shortstop last season. She followed up her 2024 campaign by leading the Lions to a 20-win season and a bid in the 2-1A Tournament, which included a 12-2 route of No. 2 seed Remington in the regional final. A first team […]
Derby’s Austen Hilt – Coach Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway State Farm
By Joanna Chadwick Derby softball assistant coach Austen Hilt has been around the game her whole life, so when she was called on to get back into coaching last year, it was only right that she returned to coach alongside longtime Derby head coach Christy Weve. “Softball has been a huge part of my life […]
Andale’s Elsie Johnson – Athlete Spotlight
By Matt Browning The Andale softball team dealt with numerous injuries throughout the season, which led to the Indians managing just a 13-11 record. Andale junior Elsie Johnson, who was chosen as a first team all-league utility player a year ago and will likely be the same in 2025, said the ups and downs of […]
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 […]