Southeast of Saline’s Tristan Swank – Salina Area Defensive Lineman Poll Winner – Presented by Salina Ortho
Southeast of Saline senior Tristan Swank is looking forward to one more opportunity to compete alongside his teammates and build on the success the Trojans have established in recent seasons. As the upcoming season approaches, Swank said one of the things he is most excited about is sharing the field with his friends while watching […]
Concordia’s Ayden Krier – Special Teams Poll Winner – Presented by Russ Herman State Farm
Concordia High School’s Ayden Krier is easy to spot on Friday nights, lining up in the slot or dropping back at safety, but the work that defines him often happens far from the stadium lights. A rising junior, Krier said his biggest inspiration comes from home. “Who inspires me is my dad because he works […]
Concordia Panthers – Football Preview – Presented by Russ Herman State Farm
Last Season: 4-5 Concordia heads into 2026 with a veteran core under third-year head coach Brad Wildeman after finishing 4-5 last season. The Panthers run a spread offense and 4-2-5 defense, and they return a long list of experienced seniors that should give them a chance to take a step forward. Senior quarterback Drake Blochlinger […]
2026 High School Football Previews – Out for Delivery
2026 High School Football Previews magazines are on the road and headed to distribution points throughout the regions! If you just can’t wait, check out the digital edition link below! To nominate someone for a story email [email protected]
Salina Sacred Heart’s Dom Matteucci – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jeff Wells American Family Insurance
Dom Matteucci’s final high school football season is going to be about more than statistics. It’s about leading a young team and making the most of every opportunity. “As a senior, I’m very excited about having the opportunity to lead my team and make the most of my last high school season,” Matteucci said. “I’m […]
Salina Sacred Heart’s Landon Pfeifer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Southwind Physical Therapy
As he prepares for his sophomore season, Salina Sacred Heart offensive and defensive lineman Landon Pfeifer isn’t focused on individual accolades. Instead, he’s concentrating on doing the little things that help his team succeed. “I’m excited to get back on the field with my teammates and compete every snap,” Pfeifer said. “I really enjoy the […]
Salina South’s Jay Curtis – Salina Area Receiver Poll Winner – Presented by Salina Regional Sports Medicine
With plenty of familiar faces returning to the lineup, Salina South senior wide receiver Jay Curtis believes the Cougars are positioned to build on last season’s playoff success and take another step forward in 2026. After advancing to the third round of the postseason a year ago, Curtis said the experience changed the mindset of […]
Salina South’s Armando Franco – Salina Area Offensive Lineman Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
After falling just short in recent seasons, Salina South senior center Armando Franco believes the Cougars have all the pieces in place to make a championship run this fall. “The thing that I am most excited for the next football season is finally being able to put everything together,” Franco said. “It felt as if […]
Salina South’s Kobie Henley – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Spencer Cleaning
After years of falling short of expectations, Salina South senior Kobie Henley believes the Cougars are poised to change the narrative in 2026. With the Class of 2027 now leading the program and a new head coach establishing a strong culture, Henley said the confidence surrounding the team is higher than it has been in […]
Salina South’s Cruz Carlos – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by The Steam Team
While many freshmen spend their first high school football season simply adjusting to the speed of the game, Salina South’s Cruz Carlos has bigger aspirations. Carlos enters the fall eager to contribute at the varsity level while continuing to develop alongside the Cougar program’s veteran leaders. “What I’m most excited about this season is performing […]