Campus’ Alia Sanchez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rachel Janes Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope Campus’ Alia Sanchez stepped out of her comfort zone and tried something new not that long ago, and it’s been one of her best decisions. This only being her second year running track, Sanchez has no regrets joining the team. “I do not have a very long history with track and field, […]
Ark City’s Kinzie Perdue – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Oliver’s Sports
By Cooper Chadwick Last year she finished on the podium in all four of her events at state, but Ark City’s senior Kinzie Perdue is back and ready to work even harder. Perdue was a state champion in high jump with a PR of 5’4, placed third in the 400m dash with a time of […]
Bishop Carroll’s Jade Link – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
One of the biggest obstacles for Bishop Carroll’s Jade Link when racing is the wind. So she knew that was one area where she had to focus on for her senior campaign. “One area I am wanting to improve on this year is my arm strength,” Link said. “Wind has always been a big factor […]
Clearwater’s Kenzy McArtor – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by All Seasons Custom Apparel
By Matt Browning Last season, Clearwater’s Kenzy McArtor took second place in the 100 and 300 hurdles to her teammate, Madison Williams. She was also on the 4×1 team that was state champs, and they placed in our 4×4 as well. What can she do for an encore? “I am most excited about it being my […]
Campus’ Colton Brown – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Haysville Schools
By Matt Browning Campus High School’s Colton Brown has multiple first time experiences during the track season and it’s been a blast for the senior. “So far, this season the most exciting thing was definitely running the 4×400 for the first time,” Brown said. “Having your whole team cheer and yell at you like that was […]
Andover’s Trey Kelly – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Alex Tatpati By Angela Brunk Trey Kelly, a senior multi-sport athlete, continues to make waves at Andover High School. A standout in both football and track & field, Kelly showcases his talents in a wide range of events like hurdling, long jump, mid-distance, and sprinting. Whether he’s leading his team as a varsity […]
Wichita West’s Rhytrale Wilson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Caleb Hanke State Farm
By Angela Brunk Rhytrale Wilson, a senior at Wichita West High School, is a true definition of a versatile athlete. With the ability to play basketball and football at a top level as well as compete in track and field, Wilson does it all. It’s not just talent for Wilson, it’s the heart, hustle, and […]
Hutchinson Central’s Belle Barnett – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Belle Barnett, a senior at Hutchinson Central Christian High School, is more than just an athlete; she’s a leader, a role model, and someone who brings heart to everything she does. Competing in high jump, long jump, 100m, and 200m, Barnett is looking to finish her final track season with both grace […]
Hutchinson Trinity’s Malachiey Alvarez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by PrairieStar Health Center
By Angela Brunk Malachiey Alvarez, a senior at Hutchinson Trinity High School, is wrapping up his high school career on a high note, literally and figuratively. A standout in distance events, Alvarez competes in the 4×800 relay, 800m, and 1600m. His goals for this season are to make it back to the state meet and […]
Derby’s William Hopson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Uplink
By Ken Hansard All great athletes set goals. Those goals are usually determined by the athlete’s capabilities. Some set very general goals, like just making a team and competing or simply having fun and enjoying the social aspect. Others may set a general goal of competing at the highest level that their abilities allow. However, […]