Wichita Northwest’s Bishop Smith – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by David Kauffman M & M Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Naturally, the Wichita Northwest Grizzlies will be one of the top teams again this season. How good they are will depend on how quickly they put things together. One of those who will be looking to grow his role and take others with him is senior defensive lineman Bishop Smith. Smith is […]
Derby’s Braesyn Williams – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kansas Turnpike Authority
By Blake Chadwick After an 11-1 finish a year ago, all signs pointed to the Derby Panthers getting another state championship berth after starting 11-0. That was until their season was ended by one of their rivals of recent, the Manhattan Indians. The Panthers now are back with a vengeance, one that will hopefully give […]
Maize’s Nolan Hadley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kansas Turnpike Authority
By Blake Chadwick For a lot of athletes, football has been their whole life. For Maize junior Nolan Hadley, football has 100 percent always been his lifelong passion. The offensive lineman has played the game since his early days in flag football, eventually moving to tackle football in third grade. Now, he’s the only returning […]
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, […]
Friday’s high school football games (Sept. 5)
By Blake Chadwick With Friday Night Lights back again for Kansas, teams across the state squared off with a chance to go 1-0 and start on the right track in the same quest for a state championship. One of those teams that started on the right foot was Andale, which has won four of the […]
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 […]
Wichita Southeast’s James Horn – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Wichita Southeast senior James Horn is one of the best offensive lineman in the state, despite playing for only two, going on three years in high school. The offensive guard is entering just his second season at the position, yet he’s already earned all-league honorable mention honors and has become a notable leader […]
Wichita Northwest’s Augie Fast – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Two Brothers BBQ
By Blake Chadwick Wichita Northwest’s Augie Fast quite literally burst onto the scene last year for the Grizzlies where he showed his versatility, playing running back, wide receiver, safety, returning kicks and punts and even as a blocker. “My coachability and versatility make me a standout player,” Fast said. “I appreciate the feedback my coaches […]
Wichita South’s Jay’Den Kirk McGowan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Braden Carter Farmers Insurance
By Blake Chadwick After coming off their first winning season since 2015 and most wins in a season since 1994, Wichita South will be looking to build off that and continue their success for another year. A catalyst for that success? Jay’Den Kirk-McGowan, a now senior running back, is one of the humblest guys around, but […]
Nickerson High School’s Gabriel Taylor – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by PrairieStar Health Center
Gabriel Taylor Nickerson High School By Angela Brunk Gabriel Taylor, a senior at Nickerson High School, enters his final football season with unfinished business and a fire to prove just how far he’s come. As a middle linebacker and right offensive guard, Taylor brings toughness and leadership to both sides of the ball. These qualities […]