Hesston’s Drew Bartell – Wichita Area Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Blake Chadwick Coming off a Class 3A state championship, Hesston junior forward Drew Bartell is ready to help lead the Swathers in their pursuit of back-to-back titles. A key contributor in last year’s title run, Bartell averaged 8.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game while shooting an impressive 58.5 percent from the […]
Andale’s Caden Fowler – Wichita Area Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Despite being a three-sport athlete for Andale, senior Caden Fowler still made an effort to work on his game in preparation for the upcoming season. I was invited and attended to a Fort Hays State camp at the beginning of the summer,” Fowler said. “I also went to high school camps during the […]
Maize’s Boys Basketball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The Maize boys basketball team took third at the 6A Tournament last season, so new head coach Zach Bush understands the expectations that come with the job. “When you do have high expectations, I think your goals always start with wanting to compete for a league championship, and after that a sub-state […]
Eisenhower’s Romari Howard – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
Photo by Jonovan Howard By Angela Brunk As he enters his senior year at Eisenhower High School, Romari Howard is preparing for a season filled with high expectations, leadership growth, and unfinished business. Playing power forward, Howard brings strength, athleticism, and a relentless work ethic to the Tigers’ lineup, qualities that have shaped him into […]
Eisenhower’s Ella Friend – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Angela Brunk Eisenhower senior Ella Friend enters her final high school season with renewed determination, strong leadership goals, and a deep love for the game. A versatile athlete who plays all around the court, but most often at small forward or power forward, Friend is ready to take on a major role this season. […]
Goddard’s Levi Brownell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
Photo by Gini Brownell By Angela Brunk Levi Brownell, a junior at Goddard High School, has emerged as the standout runner for Goddard’s cross country team, and he’s just getting started. With a personal best time of 18:01 set at the league meet this season, Brownell is on a mission to qualify for the state […]
Valley Center’s Taylor McDonald – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope Valley Center’s Taylor McDonald was a first team all-league selection last year. This year, volleyball is looking a lot different for McDonald. “Unfortunately I am watching from the bench this season,” McDonald said. “I tore my ACL in June and had surgery in July.” Even with the recent injury, McDonald has been […]
Kapaun Volleyball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The seniors on the 2025 Kapaun Mount Carmel volleyball team were able to experience playing in the state tournament last season. That valuable experience is why the Crusaders have lofty expectations again this season. “You set a goal to win sub-state and go to state but it’s hard to work for something […]
Rose Hill’s Brady Liebl – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Blake Chadwick Rose Hill soccer has been right at the top of Class 4-1A for a while now. Last season, the Rockets thought that 2024 would be their year as they entered the state championship game with only one loss. For the Rockets, they would find themselves coming up short once again after a […]
Ark City’s Jordy Pierce – Quarterback Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope Ark City’s Jordy Pierce is excited to start his senior season, and after four years of hard work and dedication, he’s ready for week one. “I am preparing for the season by working out everyday, getting a closer bond with coaches and teammates, to go into game one with full confidence,” Pierce […]