By Hayden Swope
Salina South’s Sawyer Walker was a major weapon on the court for the Cougars last season. This year, he knows the chemistry on the court will get him far.
“I’m looking forward to building a team that works together and wins games,” Walker said.
During his time off, Walker spent his time in the gym putting in the work to showcase his best self for the upcoming season.
“I played all summer with Team 2026, participated in multiple showcases, and worked with a trainer all offseason to improve my basketball IQ and all around skills,” Walker said. “I did agility, strengthening training five days every week.”
With all of the training he did over the offseason, Walker had multiple goals he hopes to accomplish as the season continues.
“I really wanted to improve on not being a one trick pony, being able to put the ball on the floor and get to the rim and I also really worked on my defense,” Walker said. “I hope to be a great teammate, improve as much as I can during the season, and win the state championship.”
After graduation, Walker hopes to use his love for the game and further it into his future.
“I plan to pursue a communications degree, hopefully pairing that with great play and a notable basketball career perhaps taking me far,” Walker said. “My love for the game may open doors for me. I’m very entrepreneur minded.”
