McPherson’s Haely Hagemann – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by McPherson Quality Air and Plumbing
By Matt Browning McPherson’s Haely Hagemann has had an accomplished softball career as a Bullpup, but this season brought perhaps one of her fondest memories. “The highlight of my season so far was definitely winning the 18 inning game against Wamego,” Hagemann said. That game was the craziest game of my softball career and I’ve […]
Minneapolis’ Sydney Parks – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Messenger Clothing Co
By Matt Browning There was one thing Minneapolis’ Sydney Parks wanted to accomplish this season: make it to the 3A Tournament. After the Lions defeated Beloit in the regional championship, Parks’ mission was complete. “The one thing I really wanted to accomplish this year was go to state,” Parks said. “We had a good chance of […]
Salina South’s Mackenzie Langer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jeff Wells American Family Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Salina South’s senior Mackenzie Langer finished her high school softball career reaching goals she set in place for herself at the start of the season. Langer, who is a center fielder, was first team outfield this year and made a big jump from earning only honorable mention as a junior. Langer’s success […]
Chapman’s Maddie Harold – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Chapman’s Maddie Harold is one of the top pitchers in Class 3A and being able to adequately take care of her arm during both the season and offseason is critical. “After games there are stretches I do at home to help my arm recover quicker,” Harold said. “Some of my stretches involve me […]
McPherson’s Cora Pavlovich – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Nex-Tech
By Matt Browning The definition of hard work for McPherson softball player Cora Pavlovich is more than just the physical aspect of it. It’s being mentally tough, too. “These challenges can be during games, practices, or even in your personal life,” Pavlovich said. “Persevering through these issues is hard work and takes both effort and endurance.” […]
Salina South’s Morgan Janousek – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Senior Morgan Janousek, a right fielder for Salina South High School softball team, is stepping into her final season with focus, fire, and a clear set of goals shared with Janousek and her teammates. The team would like to host regionals this year and make it to state. After putting in hours […]
Abilene’s Kambree Bryson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by West’s Country Mart
By Blake Chadwick Abilene senior Kambree Bryson was named an all-league outfielder last season, after a .388 batting average, .351 on base percentage, and a .392 slugging percentage. Bryson has played softball for close to six years but has taken a different approach from a lot of other athletes like herself. “I am a senior […]
Beloit’s Ella Manning – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Solomon Valley Veterinary Hospital
By Ken Hansard The Beloit Trojans softball team finished 17-8 a year ago, but their season ended on a disappointing note when they were bounced in the first round of the playoffs. Senior first baseman Ella Manning was a big reason for the Trojans’ success, and she would like to finish off her high school […]
Republic County’s Avery Stindt – Softball Poll Winner – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning When most baseball or softball players work on their hitting in the offseason, the focus is on adding power or cutting down on strikeouts. For Republic County’s Avery Stindt, she wanted to improve on something else at the plate. “I am wanting to improve on my bunting and my hitting placement in […]
Salina South’s Morgan Jenousek – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Jeff Wells American Family Insurance
Photo Credit : 311’s By Blake Chadwick Salina South senior Morgan Jenousek has been playing softball since she was five years old, always being one of the most positive and best teammates and players on her team. “Morgan is a great player and a kind person,” head coach Brea Vidrine said. “She is a player […]