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 […]
Rose Hill’s Adam Bilby – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Davis Moore Chevrolet
By Matt Browning Rose Hill’s Adam Bilby has a deep family history in the military. Both of Adam’s parents have served for a long time. “My mom has been serving for nearly 20 years and my father 20-plus years,” Adam said. My father, James Bilby Jr., served in the United States Air Force. Traveling across […]
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 […]
Andover Central’s Brandt Stupka – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
Andover Central senior Brandt Stupka is a big-time athlete for the Jaguars, playing basketball, football and now track. The senior has made a name for himself because of his efforts during the triple, long, and high jumps. “I started Track in 8th grade, a year late because of the COVID year, and I really only […]
Andover Central’s Ellie Kucera – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick A lot of catchers know that they have a huge job to do, and for Andover Central senior Ellie Kucera her job is no different. Kucera has been playing softball since second grade and competitively when she got older. The senior knows what it takes to play at a high level and […]
Kapaun Mt. Carmel’s Jack Guthridge – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Hayden Swope Kapaun’s Jack Guthridge has racked up some major wins throughout his running career including six city league races, eight regional races, three state races, and a state title to be exact. Guthridge knew track and field was the right path for him. “I’ve been in track and field since sixth grade,” Guthridge […]
Derby’s Kelly Heincker – Coach Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway – State Farm
By Joanna Chadwick The Derby wrestling program has always been one of the best programs in the state. This year was no different. Derby is led by coach Kelly Heincker, who is in his 18th season coaching and second season as the head coach for the Panthers. “It is one of the greatest honors of […]
Valley Center’s Gabe Shaffer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Halstead Bank
Valley Center junior Gabe Shaffer has been one of the best tennis players in the area ever since he stepped on the court freshman year. “God has been a huge part of my journey through tennis and I’ve grown with him throughout this process just as much as my tennis game has grown,” Shaffer said. […]