Salina South’s Ledger Michel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by H & M Saloon
By Cooper Chadwick As a leader for Salina South bowling junior Ledger Michel is very excited for the upcoming season. Michel spent a lot of his offseason not only improving himself but improving school team as well. “I have spent time during this offseason recruiting some new team members, helping my teammates become better, and […]
McPherson’s Kenzie French – Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Hayden Swope As the season approaches, McPherson returner Kenzie French is putting in the work to make this year her best yet. “I’m preparing for the season by practicing as much as I can,” French said. “My weakness I want to improve is my walk up throw.” With a full season ahead, French is […]
Salina Central’s Wyatt Huffman – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Salina Central’s Wyatt Huffman recognizes he doesn’t have much of an offseason. He is always trying to get better. “I wouldn’t say there is much of an offseason for me, but some of the things I do outside of high school bowling are, try to make it to the bowling alley two or […]
McPherson’s Ali Stevens – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Galen Shields State Farm
By Hayden Swope As her senior season approaches, McPherson’s Ali Stevens is making sure she returns to the lanes fully prepared and mentally stronger than ever. “To prepare for this bowling season, I have been prepping my bowling balls and have been out on the lanes fairly consistently so I can make sure everything is […]
Salina Central’s Tori Shuler – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tim VanDonge Farm Bureau Financial Services
By Hayden Swope As the bowling season begins, Salina Central’s ToriShuler has been putting in work to build confidence and sharpen her skills before the first competition arrives. “I am practicing once or twice a week before the season starts so I can be more confident for when it actually does,” Shuler said. “Weaknesses I […]
Salina Sacred Heart’s Cody Burr – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Salina Ortho
By Matt Browning Cody Burr, a bowler at Salina Sacred Heart, has ambitions and desires for the 2025 season that will hopefully improve his 535 high series and had an average of 158. That high series was at the state tournament. “This year I am hoping to get improved on consistency, higher spin rates, and increasing […]
Salina South Bowling – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The Salina South bowling program – both boys and girls teams – have had a tremendous run of success since 2020. The girls program has made it state for the past six years, including a state title in 2020 and a second place finish in 2023. The boys program’s highest finish was […]
McPherson’s Simon Blake – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Horizon Real Estate Services
By Blake Chadwick For McPherson senior Simon Blake, bowling is more than a competitive outlet. It’s a passion built on focus, composure, and shared growth. Now entering his third year on the Bullpups’ roster, Blake has become a steadying presence for a team aiming to return to the state stage. “I tend to keep an open […]
McPherson’s Carsen Bruce – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Bluestem
By Blake Chadwick For McPherson senior Carsen Bruce, bowling is more than a sport — it’s a discipline that has shaped who he is. “Bowling requires an insane amount of focus and repetition to be consistent,” Bruce explained. “Staying relaxed helps me stay focused and not get upset with myself if I’m doing badly.” This […]
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