
Southeast of Saline’s Matthew Whelchel – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Bennington State Bank
By Cooper Chadwick As a one man team for Southeast of Saline, senior Matthew Whelchel is looking to go to state for the third time.

Abilene’s Cael Casteel – Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Cooper Chadwick Entering his junior year for Abilene, Cael Casteel is excited to see what his team can do at state this year. Casteel

Ellsworth’s Micah Galvan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Salina
By Blake Chadwick Ellsworth senior Micah Galvan doesn’t have the typical wrestling story. While many kids start on the mat as early as age four,

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

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

Southeast of Saline’s Killian Vaughan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Spencer Cleaning
By Blake Chadwick For Southeast of Saline senior Killian Vaughan, wrestling at 175 pounds is the product of 14 years of hard work on and

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

Salina South’s Elle Barth – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kelly Kitchener Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning The Salina South girls basketball team went 10-11 last season and returning starter Elle Barth is hopeful that number wins will increase

Salina Central’s Brooke Banninger – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kelly Kitchener Shelter Insurance
By Cooper Chadwick Looking to lead her team to a more successful season than last year, shooting guard Brooke Banninger is excited for this season.

Blue Dragon Spotlight – Kade Smith – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning One of the main reasons football player Kade Smith loves Hutchinson Community College is the support the students and staff provide. But

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

Salina Sacred Heart’s Nicole Richards – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Nex-Tech
By Hayden Swope As the season approaches, Salina Sacred Heart’s NicoleRichards enters her senior year with months of preparation and ball-knowledge behind her. “This past












