Wichita East’s Anahree Smith – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Blake Chadwick For Wichita East senior Anahree Smith, perseverance has become one of the defining traits of who she has been during her career as an East high Blue Ace. “I would say my biggest strength is keeping my head up,” Smith said. “Even in a bad situation I’m able to keep pushing through.” […]
The Science of Sleep: A Physical Therapist’s Guide to the Best Sleeping Positions – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
We spend roughly 2,500 hours a year asleep. While we often focus on the quantity of sleep, physical therapists focus on the mechanics. Research published in The Journal of Physical Therapy Science suggests that poor sleep posture is a leading contributor to “waking spinal symptoms”—the stiffness and aches you feel the moment you move in […]
Andover Central’s Rylee Wurth – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Rylee Wurth is making the most of her final high school soccer season at Andover Central High School, where the Jaguars defender is committed to establishing a meaningful legacy. A senior fullback in the Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail Division 2, Wurth enters her last campaign, bringing both experience and motivation to the Jaguars, […]
Rose Hill’s Braxton Frazier – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Rose Hill pitcher Braxton Frazier dealt with multiple tears in the UCL of his throwing arm, along with nerve damage and tendinitis in his elbow. Frazier shut down pitching from July through November but still didn’t feel 100 percent until January. “It mostly came from overuse from pitching and not doing enough […]
Campus’ Ava Marrs – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Senior Ava Marrs is making an impact at Campus High School as a dedicated multi-sport athlete in both track and field and powerlifting. She competes in shot put, discus, and javelin, while also participating in bench, squat, clean, and deadlift. Marrs attributes her success to year-round training and consistency. From summer conditioning […]
Derby’s Ashlyn Hamilton – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Senior pitcher Ashlyn Hamilton is ready to take the field for her final season at Derby High School. As a 12th grader, Hamilton is looking forward to competing alongside her teammates and building on the progress they made a year ago. “I’m most excited about competing with my teammates again and seeing […]
Maize’s Grace Swart – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Senior Grace Swart of Maize High School is heading into her final high school softball season. A key contributor to the Eagles since her freshman year, Swart has spent four seasons on the varsity roster and is looking to make the most of her final opportunity to compete alongside her teammates. Swart […]
Wichita Northwest’s Lillian Hoffman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Wichita Northwest senior Lillian Hoffman is embracing every moment of her final high school softball season as a leader for the Grizzlies. A pitcher and utility player, Hoffman enters the year focused on growth, consistency, and making the most of her last opportunity to compete with her teammates. “I’m trying to […]
Andover Central’s Ailie Tabor – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Senior Ailie Tabor is preparing for a meaningful final season with the Andover Central Jaguars softball team, bringing experience, leadership, and determination to the field. Tabor is set to play a key role for the Jags this season as a third baseman and outfielder. As the team’s only senior, Tabor understands […]
Hutchinson’s Julian Lyons – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard As he enters his senior season, Julian Lyons of Hutchinson High School is ready to take command on the mound for the Salthawks in ACTVL Division 1 play. The senior pitcher is embracing both a leadership role and lofty expectations after earning ACTVL Second Team All-League honors as a pitcher and […]