Wichita Southeast’s Karen Gonzales – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
By Blake Chadwick Wichita Southeast senior wrestler Karen Gonzales is a senior who wrestles at the 130 weight class and has made her mark wrestling; transforming herself into a finalist, a multi-time champion, and one of the most respected leaders in the GWAL. Wrestling for just four years, after five years of jiu-jitsu, Gonzales has […]
Campus’ Riley Emerson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Community Bank
By Matt Browning Campus High School’s Riley Emerson has been with the business program since she was a sophomore and her interest stemmed from things she already enjoyed. “I got involved because I wanted to explore career options that connected to things I already enjoyed, such as problem-solving, math, and being a part of hands-on projects,” Emerson […]
Valley Center’s Beau Young – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Driving School
By Matt Browning Heading into the 2025-2026 season, Valley Center heavyweight Beau Young is ranked third in his class. He placed sixth at the 5A Tournament last season and finished with a record of 43-15. So that makes his goals for the upcoming season quite lofty. “I have three main goals for myself, Young said. “The […]
Andover Central’s Carter Inslee – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning Andover Central’s Carter Inslee is looking forward to his time at the varsity level. Inslee didn’t play much varsity last year, so he is excited to show what he is capable of. “I am super excited to show my teammates what we are capable of doing and showing how our effort and attitude […]
Andover Central’s Paxton McLeod – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Hayden Swope As a new season begins, Paxton McLeod of Andover Central has wasted no time getting back into rhythm on the lanes. “We just wrapped up our tryouts for the team,” McLeod said. “I’ve been going to bowl as much as I can during the offseason. I’ve been working on some areas of […]
Wichita Central Christian’s Bella Cunningham – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates
By Matt Browning Wichita Central Christian bowler Bella Cunningham has had one of the most decorated past two seasons of any bowler in the state. In 2024, Cunningham was the 4-1A individual champion and she finished eighth last season. The Lions also finished fourth as a team. Now back for her senior season, Cunningham is […]
Oxford’s Tucker Ruyle – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Ken Gooch Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning As he heads into his senior season at Oxford, Tucker Ruyle is wanting to embrace a specific role with the Wildcats. “One thing I’ve always wanted to be is a team leader and somebody that people look up to,” Ruyle said. “So I have been trying to be the best teammate I […]
Wichita Central Christian Girls Bowling – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The Wichita Central Christian girls bowling team took fourth at the 4-1A Tournament a year ago and bring back so much talent from that team, including Bella Cunningham, who won state in 2024 and finished eighth last season. Also back is Kara Hornbaker, who finished fifth last season. The Lions’ other returners […]
Derby’s Cash Carnes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Todd Benway State Farm
By Joanna Chadwick When it comes to senior bowler Cash Carnes, Derby coach Ryker Percival knows exactly what to expect. “Cash is the exact type of kid you want on your team,” Percival said. “Whatever role you need him to fill, he’s going to do it and do it well. As a freshman on varsity, […]
Winfield’s Abby Brenn – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Hayden Swope Abby Brenn of Winfield is entering the season focused, and is building the mindset it takes to compete at a high level. “So far it’s just been getting back into routine, conditioning, and preparing to be in that mat ready mind set,” Brenn said. “I think the main thing I tried to […]