Valley Center’s Jack Lampe – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Rikki Casey Shelter Insurance
By Joanna Chadwick At 180 pounds, Valley Center’s Jack Lampe is definitely on the small side of offensive linemen in the AVCTL I. “But he’s overcome his limitations with hard work and dedication,” Valley Center coach Scott L’Ecuyer said. “… One of our team standards is being dogged. Jack epitomizes that standard. He never backs […]
Andover Central’s Bubba Hall – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jodi Ocadiz Shelter Insurance
By Joanna Chadwick Speed causes so many problems for opponents, a fact that Andover Central coach Derek Tuttle knows well. So when you have a player with Bubba Hall’s speed and quickness, you utilize it. “Bubba is a very good track sprinter, runs the short sprints and relays, so he might pursue that in college,” […]
Wichita Southeast’s Kenny Jackson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Leach Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning The Wichita Southeast football team is off to a 3-1 start and linebacker Kenny Jackson is optimistic that this just the beginning to a special season. “With big games ahead, while being 3-1 and breaking a streak by beating Heights, we’re making history and we plan on finishing the regular season 7-1.” […]
Wellington’s Ethan Boyd – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
Ethan Boyd, who is a sophomore football player at Wellington, has been raised on his family farm in South Central Kansas, where hard work and responsibility have shaped his strong character. He has a deep passion for wheat harvest, working cattle, and spending time in the saddle with his horse. Known as a great hand, […]
Oxford’s Chase Douglas – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Ken Gooch Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Last year Chase Douglas had a more diverse role for Oxford, playing multiple roles on offense, defense and special teams. Now as a senior, Douglas is Oxford’s starting quarterback. “I’m excited to run our revamped option offense this year—it plays to my strengths as a dual-threat QB. Being my last season, I’m […]
Wellington’s Grant Giefer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by SCCDAT
By Matt Browning Wellington’s Grant Giefer was always told by his parents that being involved was important, so when he had the opportunity to join SCCDAT, he jumped at the chance. “Joining SCCDAT wasn’t just a club; it was a second family where we could share to make Wellington High a better school,” Giefer said. “My […]
Teegan Haines – Blue Dragon Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning There are many reasons why Teegan Haines chose to play football at Hutchinson Community College. From the quality of the athletic programs, to the way students are pushed academically, to the community support, Haines loves being a Blue Dragon. “All of the athletics we provide have great opportunities to continue your sport […]
Valley Center’s Rylan Bailey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wichita Driving School
By Matt Browning Senior Valley Center football player Rylan Bailey has several goals he wants to achieve in his final season as a Hornet. But there are three that stand above them all. “I want to leave my team with a lasting legacy of strong leadership, ‘all in’ mentality and persistence,” Bailey said. Bailey rushed […]
Friday’s high school football games (Oct. 3)
By Blake Chadwick Hoisington remained undefeated after beating Cheney 20-6 to keep its season rolling in the right direction. “We knew coming into this week that this was going to be a test for us and we accepted that challenge and rolled with it,” senior quarterback Mason Martin said. “We have a great group that […]
Kingman’s Gabe Andersen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jeri’s Kitchen
By Blake Chadwick Kingman running back and linebacker Gabe Andersen made his mark last season, rushing 121 times for 797 yards, catching 13 passes for 100 yards, and finding the end zone 11 times. His production earned him Kingman’s Offensive MVP award, along with second-team all-league and honorable mention all-state recognition. That success didn’t come […]