Bennington’s Cheer – Team Spotlight – Presented by Russell’s Restaurant
By Matt Browning The tryout process to make the Bennington cheer squad is a rigorous one that has several layers to it. “Tryouts are conducted in April,” said Bennington cheer coach Patricia Smith. “Each candidate must submit an application, current grades, and recommendations from teachers. They must then complete the live tryout, which includes a cheer, […]
Clifton-Clyde’s Cheer – Team Spotlight – Presented by Nicol Home
By Matt Browning With Clifton-Clyde being such a small school, cheerleading coach Stephanie Lawson never quite knows what the size of her team is going to be. “In a small school of less than 100 total, sometimes we have 12 to 15 tryout and other times we may only have five or six,” Lawson said. “When […]
Clay Center’s Gabrielle Koopes – Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning Clay Center’s Gabrielle Koopes knows there is always work to put in. No matter how much success she has, Koopes can find little intricacies that need to be fixed. “I focus improving my strength and technique,” Koopes said. “Technique is something we can always improve on and practice to get better at.” There are […]
Salina South’s Rylee Lambeth – Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning While Salina South’s Rylee Lambeth would undoubtedly like to accomplish so much this bowling season, she also just wants to soak in the memories. “I am excited to get the goals I have set but most of all, it being my last season, I am going to enjoy every little bit of it,” […]
Salina South’s Nathan Frees – Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Matt Browning There is a balance between competition and fun and Salina South bowler Nathan Frees tried to find that throughout the offseason. I constantly went out with friends to practice together but also have fun at the same time,” Frees said. Now a veteran of Cougar bowling, Frees wants to insure he can […]
Abilene’s Murphy Randolph – Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning The Abilene wrestling team is primed to be a state contender and one of the Cowboys’ top wrestlers, Murphy Rudolph, is excited for the challenge. “I’m excited to go to bigger tournaments this year and prove I’m one of the best wrestlers in the state and country,” Randolph said. The work never […]
St. John’s Tipton Cheer – Team Spotlight – Presented by Old School Seals and Given Grace Floral and Décor
By Matt Browning St. John’s Tipton cheer coach Kim Ellenz has a specific message she tries to convey to her squad before they perform at basketball or football games. “I have always told the girls they aren’t cheering to win the game, but to win the crowd,” Ellenz said. In order for the Blujays to do […]
Southeast of Saline’s Cheer – Team Spotlight – Presented by Walmsley Trucking Inc
By Matt Browning Being a cheerleader for Southeast of Saline means a 10 or 11 month commitment, while also being a prominent figure in the school and community. “The cheer season is very long, we typically are in season for 10 or 11 months out of the year,” said Southeast of Saline coach Ashley Long. “We […]
McPherson’s Ciara Rawson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
After a second-place finish a year ago at the Class 4A State Championships, and a three-time regional champion at the 235-pound weight class, McPherson’s Ciara Rawson is poised to make another deep run at a state Championship this season. The senior has been wrestling for five years now and has a mindset that has set […]