Bishop Carroll’s Brooke Martin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago
By Cooper Chadwick After committing to run track and cross country at Rogers State University next fall, senior Brooke Martin is thankful for her opportunity to run at the next level. “I remind myself that there are so many people who want to be able to run and it reminds me how blessed I am […]
Halstead’s Breeson Bigley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by All Seasons Custom Apparel
By Matt Browning Halstead’s Breeson Bigley had one major goal he wanted to accomplish this track season and once the Cheney meet concluded, he was able to cross that goal off his list. “One thing I have wanted to accomplish since I’ve been in high school is beating the 400 meter record,” Bigley said. “I finally did at […]
Campus’ William Groh – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Haysville School USD 261
By Matt Browning Campus track athlete William Groh had a shift in his thought process on how to improve throughout his races in the 1600. “Something I’ve wanted to accomplish individually this season is to get my 1600 time down by competing more with other runners,” Groh said. “In previous years, I’ve gotten too tied up […]
Cunningham Track – Team Spotlight – Presented by Heartland Soil Services
By Matt Browning Cunningham track and field coach Eric Kerschen always enters a season with high expectations, but he has found that his athletes always find a way to exceed them. “We are running faster individual times, running faster relay times and throwing and jumping farther,” Kerschen said. “This is the best group we have had […]
Wichita North’s Jashawn Tolefree – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by WSU Tech
Photo by Xavion By Angela Brunk Jashawn Tolefree is a junior at Wichita North High School who is aiming high this track and field season with big personal and team goals. After a breakout first year in the sport, Tolefree has set his sights on qualifying for the state meet in the triple jump. This […]
Wichita East’s Tristen Cross – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Supplement World
By Hayden Swope Wichita East’s Tristen Cross has had a long past with his spring sport, and for as long as he can remember, he’s been ready to leave his mark on the track every year. Cross was even second team All-Metro last season. “My history with track and field goes far back, all the […]
Kapaun’s Boys Track – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning As the defending 5A state champion, the Kapaun Mount Carmel boys track understand the expectations they face this year. But they wouldn’t have it any other way. “We expect to compete at the highest level that the school ever has,” said head coach Gage Garcia. “These expectations include winning a league, regional, […]
Belle Plaine’s Ella Lawless – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Ken Gooch Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Belle Plaine has a powerhouse in senior Ella Lawless, who competes in javelin, shot put, the open 400 meter, the 4×100, the 4×400, the open 100 and the 200 meter dash for the dragons. Lawless has turned her focus this offseason to javelin and shot put. “I want to further develop and […]
Wichita North’s Trinity Slater – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Trinity Slater, a dedicated sophomore at Wichita North High School, is making a name for herself on the track and beyond. Competing in the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, 4×100 meter relay, and triple jump, Slater has her sights set high this season. Her individual goals include cutting down sprint times and reaching […]
Valley Center’s Brock and Dalton Moses – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Driving School
By Cooper Chadwick Brock and Dalton Moses are a one-two punch for Valley Center track and field. Dalton runs the 3200 meter, while his brother Brock runs the 800 meter, mile, 4×800, and the 4×400. Running with your twin has its pros and cons but Brock and Dalton are always there for each other. “Always […]