Hillsboro’s Dawson Boldt – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Barkman Honey

By Blake Chadwick Hillsboro’s Dawson Boldt has always been a player who is known as “silent but violent’ throughout high school.  “Dawson is a quiet, but fierce competitor who will do whatever it takes to help the team win,” head coach Daniel Moss said. “He is a great teammate who is willing to help the […]

Abilene’s Kyson Becker – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Smart Insurance

By Blake Chadwick After making it to state in 2023 and losing to Fort Scott 3-2, ending a tremendous season for the Abilene Cowboys.  Senior Kyson Becker was a huge reason a year ago that his team made it to state, especially after his walk-off suicide squeeze bunt secured their trip to the Class 4A […]

Chapman’s Tanith Elliot – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Bluestem Pace

By Hayden Swope Chapman’s Tanith Elliot has been involved in track and field for quite a few years now, and her talents show in every event she participates in.  “I’m a thrower and a sprinter, and I would like to think I’m half decent at both, and I don’t feel like you meet or see […]

Marion’s Gavin Wasmuth – Athlete Spotlight Presented By Oliver’s Sports

By Hayden Swope Marion’s Gavin Wasmuth has been playing baseball for as long as he could remember. It’s more than a hobby – it’s a passion. “Watching, playing, and just being around the game is what I loved most growing up,” Wasmuth said. “Playing travel baseball every summer since elementary school only grew my love […]

Beloit High School Cheer – Poll Winner Presented By WSU Tech

By Matt Browning Beloit cheerleader coach Jody Vowinckel says a quality cheerleading program is vital to the athletic experience and she has the proof to back it up. “Studies have shown that cheerleaders can play a significant role in winning games by leading the crowd to support and encourage the players,” Vowinckel said. “Beloit cheer […]