Haven’s Karlee Cooprider – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
Photo by Casey Cooprider By Angela Brunk Entering her senior year at Haven High School, Karlee Cooprider is ready to make her mark as a dependable force on the team. Playing center/post positions, Cooprider has grown into a steady, physical presence for the Wildcats, and this season she’s focused on elevating her impact even further. […]
Hutchinson’s Ava Krone – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
Photo by Heimerman Photography By Angela Brunk Hutchinson High School senior Ava Krone enters her final season as a vital leader and dependable teammate for the Salthawks. Playing primarily in the post position, Krone has embraced both her physical role on the floor and her responsibility as a guiding voice for the program. Krone’s personal […]
Buhler’s Cole Unruh – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
Photo by Cole Campbell By Angela Brunk Buhler High School senior Cole Unruh is closing out his high school cross country career with a sense of accomplishment. This season marks the first time Unruh has been to regionals, a major milestone after six years of dedication to the sport. “My big goal this year was […]
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 […]
Wellington’s Luke Wylie – Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Blake Chadwick Fresh off a top 20 finish a season ago at the Class 4A state championships, Luke Wylie is poised and hungry for more. “Luke Wylie is a perfect example of the process it takes to be successful,” head coach Jaedyn Showman said. “He shows up to every practice willing to do the […]
Hutchinson Trinity’s Cameron Kiser – Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Blake Chadwick After five years of running cross country, Hutchinson Trinity’s Cameron Kiser will leave it all out on the course as this year will more than likely be his last time running cross country. For Kiser, all of his years he has had a good group of athletes in front of him to […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – L.T. Robinson – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning The history and prestige is what led Wichita East’s L.T. Robinson to choose Hutchinson Community College to play football. Year after year, the Blue Dragons produce some of the best junior college players in the nation. “They have produced so many players year in and year out that are currently at the […]
Augusta’s Brecken Albert – Receiver Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Hayden Swope Brecken Albert was one of Augusta’s key weapons on offense last season, and he plans to make just as much of a difference this season as he did last, and that includes stepping up in a leadership role. “Me and the team have been preparing for the season by putting ourselves against […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Brie Brawner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning One of the more appealing aspects to attending Hutchinson Community College is how easy it is to connect with the students and professors. That was one of biggest reasons Brie Brawner, a Haven graduate, chose Hutch CC. “Since being on campus, I’ve really come to appreciate the close-knit community,” Brawner said. “There’s a lot of pride in being a Blue Dragon, and you can feel that energy at games and events. The instructors are approachable and genuinely want to see you succeed. The reputation Hutch CC has with its academics and athletics was another […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – Ryan Ruggiero – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning Hutchinson Community College’s Ryan Ruggiero has a unique situation as a Blue Dragon. Not only does the redshirt freshman play baseball, but he also plays in the jazz band. The fact that he was able to do both was one of the things that was so appealing about Hutch CC for Ruggiero. […]