Hesston’s Ethan Coutre – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning The expectations are high for the Hesston Swather football team for the 2025 season and returning all-state defensive lineman Ethan Coutre can’t wait for it to start. “I’m most excited for our team to be able to display the work we’ve put in over the summer and show what we can do […]
How to Prevent Knee Pain – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints across all age groups. Chances are, you’ve dealt with a nagging knee issue at some point. In fact, studies show nearly 25% of adults experience knee pain that limits function. But here’s something many people don’t realize – just because you’ve had an old injury, […]
Wichita Northwest’s Johnmichael Fountain – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Blake Chadwick Wichita Northwest will field one of their best teams since they came up short in the championship game in 2020. One of their big time guys and leaders this year will be senior linebacker and running back, Johnmichael Fountain. “Johnmichael has grown into an all-around skilled player for us,” head coach Steve […]
Maize’s Scotty Hadley – Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
After an injury cut his junior season short, Maize senior safety Scotty Hadley is ready to lead one of the toughest defenses in Class 5A. “Scotty Hadley will be one of our leaders on the defensive side of the ball,” Maize High head coach Gary Guzman said. “He plays smart and fast and does a […]
Derby’s Kaelin Scarth – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Year in and year out, the Derby Panthers football team is state championship contenders – this year is no different. And year in and year out, the Panthers know they can count on the big boys up front. Junior right tackle Kaelin Scarth is the next one to fit that mold. Scratch, who has been […]
Hutchinson’s GaVaughn Embers – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk As the upcoming football season approaches, Hutchinson High School senior GaVaughn Embers is laser-focused on making his final year as a Salt Hawk count, both on and off the field. Embers, a standout Defensive Tackle, has set a personal goal of 15 sacks this season, nearly tripling his total from last year. […]
Maize’s Peyton Norwood – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk For Peyton Norwood, a rising senior at Maize High School and standout Defensive Tackle, the upcoming football season isn’t just about stats. It’s about leadership, resilience, and purpose. Class of 2026, Norwood has one main goal: to lead. “This year, I want to push myself and my teammates toward the success I […]
Campus’ Jalen Harper – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Laura Nichols By Angela Brunk As Jalen Harper enters his senior year at Campus High School, the returning starting center is taking a team-first approach to the 2025 football season. Harper, a key anchor on the Colts’ offensive line, isn’t focused on personal accolades. The main goal for Harper is to help the […]
Derby’s Houston Bowlin – Q & A – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Jack Shot It VYPE: What are your personal goals for the year? My goals are to have better stats and attract some college attention. VYPE: What is the most fun you have had in the last year? The most fun I’ve had in the last year was going on vacation to Puerto Rico. […]
Derby’s Dalton Hornback – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
After putting up 51 tackles – eight for loss – four sacks and one fumble recovery, Dalton Hornback was named second team defensive lineman in the AVCTL as a junior at Derby, as well as an all-state honorable mention and an all-state non-senior team member. As great as the accolades are for the senior, none […]