Garden Plain’s Jaicey Stuhlsatz – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Simply Hygiene
By Matt Browning Garden Plain senior volleyball and basketball player Jaicey Stuhlsatz chose to volunteer and host a hygiene drive at her high school because helping others is something she is passionate about. “I like to volunteer and help those in need,” Stuhlsatz said. “Simply Hygiene gave me that opportunity and it opened me up […]
Lyons’ Hendrix Starbuck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tory Tipp Insurance & Partners
By Cooper Chadwick After placing sixth at state last year, Lyons senior Hendrix Starbuck is excited for his last year of high school track and field. “I’m most excited to throw at new meets and meet new people this season. I’m also ready for the competition. I love to compete and push myself to be […]
Marion’s Wyatt Soyez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by 56 Express Tire & Service
By Hayden Swope Marion’s Wyatt Soyez has been a two-time all-state track athlete, and is looking forward to seeing how his team comes together during what he believes will be a memorable year. “I am most excited about the team as a whole this season,” Soyez said. “Unfortunately, we lost a great senior class that […]
Sacred Heart’s Ben Marrs – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Salina Sacred Heart golfer Ben Marrs isn’t one of those guys you will find grinding on the range hour after hour. Instead, Marrs has his own preference for how to improve his game. “I spent most of my time last summer getting out and playing as much golf as possible,” Marrs said. […]
Salina Central’s Allison Robinett – Track Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning Last season, Salina Central’s Allison Robinett finished in the top five in Class 5A in discus, javelin and shot put. But that is not enough. Robinett has big plans for her 2026 season. “In the off season, I really focus on strength training and working on my technique,” Robinett said. “I added in […]
Republic County’s Owen Harms – Track Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning Republic County’s Owen Harms has come a long way since suffering a devastating knee injury in eighth grade. He broke his kneecap while running the hurdles and had to have four screws in his knee for seven months. Fast forward to last season, and Harms qualified for state in the 100-meter hurdles. […]
Hillsboro’s Jace Forkner – Tennis Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Matt Browning Hillsboro’s Jace Forkner did not qualify for the state tournament last season as a junior, but he is optimistic that will not be the case this year. For his senior season, Forkner plans to primarily focus on singles rather than splitting time between singles and doubles like he did in 2025. “My […]
Salina South’s Marin Morris – Soccer Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Salina South’s Marin Morris has high expectations for the Cougars soccer team this season, and from the very first game she wants the team to play aggressively. “I’m most excited to see how far we can go as a team and how connected we can be in the attack,” Morris said. “I […]
Bennington’s Haylee Blake – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Blake Chadwick As a senior and three-year team captain for the Bennington softball program, Haylee Blake understands the responsibility that comes with leading from the circle. Blake has been playing softball for 11 years, and during that time she has developed into a key piece of the Bennington lineup. As the team’s pitcher, she […]
McPherson’s Cade Strathman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Galen Shields State Farm
By Angela Brunk As a senior at McPherson High School, Cade Strathman is preparing for one final season in the Bullpup uniform. A versatile player who can line up just about anywhere on the field, Strathman primarily plays middle infield and pitches, bringing consistency and leadership to his team. “One last ride with my teammates, […]