Wichita West’s Jade Plank – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Ken Hansard Jade Plank, a junior wrestler for Wichita West High School, like many others who engage in the sport, comes from a wrestling family, “My love for wrestling comes from my dad and my siblings. My dad is really big on wrestling, and he would take me to my brothers’ and sisters’ tournaments […]
Wichita Heights’ Thatcher Schmitz – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Ken Hansard Thatcher Schmitz, a senior who swims the 100 backstroke and 100 freestyle for Wichita Heights High School, began swimming as a youngster after watching his older sister excel in the sport. He grew to love it, and he is now our VYPE poll winner in swimming. Schmitz is a two-time First-Team All-City […]
Bishop Carroll’s Anne and Rose Timmermeyer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Old Chicago
By Hayden Swope Whether Bishop Carroll’s sister duo of Anne and Rose Timmermeyer are playing by themselves or doubles, they always have each other’s backs, building their bond throughout the season. Anne placed eighth at the 5A state bowling tournament, and won the Scotch Doubles Tournament of 2024. Rose helped win the Scotch Doubles Tournament […]
Rose Hill’s Johnny Leck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by All Seasons Custom Apparel
By Matt Browning Rose Hill’s Johnny Leck has had an incredible past year. He won the 4A state wrestling championship at 132 pounds, while the Rockets won the team title. Leck then led the Rockets’ soccer team to a runner-up finish at the state tournament, including the upset of Bishop Miege in the semifinals. Being […]
Yi-Belong Spotlight – Keeleigh Bolan – Presented by YMCA
By Matt Browning YMCA volleyball coach Keeleigh Bolan played volleyball year-round until she graduated from high school then decided to not pursue it in college. That was choice she regretted. When she found the opportunity to coach, she jumped right in. “The YMCA was looking for club coaches for the upcoming club season so I […]
Nebraska Football – Field of the Month – Presented by Hellas Construction
By Matt Browning The University of Nebraska’s football program used Hellas Construction to overhaul their indoor practice facility. The scope of work for this project was removal of old turf, regrade base, install cush drain system, and Matrix Helix turf. This is the first portion of a three field project. The outdoor fields will be […]
Haysville Campus’ Sarah Hendrickson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Haysville School District
By Hayden Swope Sarah Hendrickson of Campus knows being a student athlete is never easy, but at Campus, Hendrickson knows that the positive and lifting atmosphere is what makes it all happen. “I would recommend my high school to other student athletes because I believe my school has some good coaches, they not only want to […]
Andover’s Luke Potter – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance – Jodi Ocadiz
By Cooper Chadwick After earning an individual state title his junior year Luke Potter is looking for a repeat this season. Wrestling at 132 pounds Potter was one of the main reasons the Trojans finished second place at state with 143.5 points. This year Potter is hoping that all his off-season work has prepared him […]
VOTE NOW! Which Wichita Small School Softball Players Should We Feature? Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy (Poll ends 2/12)
The high school softball season is on the horizon! Be sure to vote in the Wichita Small School Softball Poll, so we know who to feature in the March issue of the magazine! Voting ends on Wednesday, February 12 at 10 pm. DISCLAIMER 1: If voting exceeds an extraordinary amount in a small period of […]
VOTE NOW! Which Wichita Large School Softball Player Should We Feature? Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy (Poll ends 2/12)
The high school softball season is on the horizon! Be sure to vote in the Wichita Large School Softball Poll, so we know who to feature in the March issue of the magazine! Voting ends on Wednesday, February 12 at 10 pm. DISCLAIMER 1: If voting exceeds an extraordinary amount in a small period of […]