McPherson’s Cade Strathman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk As a senior at McPherson High School, Cade Strathman is preparing for one final season in the Bullpup uniform. A versatile player who can line up just about anywhere on the field, Strathman primarily plays middle infield and pitches, bringing consistency and leadership to his team. “One last ride with my teammates, […]
Salina Central’s Oscar Perez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by CHS Pylon, Elizabeth Yoxall By Angela Brunk Oscar Perez is a senior at Salina Central High School and a cornerstone behind the plate for the Mustangs. As a catcher, Perez brings leadership, toughness, and a deep love for the game. What excites him most is getting one more year with his high school […]
Salina Central’s Cooper Reves – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk As a senior at Salina Central, Cooper Reves is entering the upcoming wrestling season with experience, purpose, and a deep love for the sport. A proven competitor on the national stage, Reves is most excited to get back on the mat, not just to compete, but to help those around him improve […]
Smoky Valley’s Katelyn Griffin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Ken Hansard Katelyn Griffin, junior wrestler for the Smoky Valley Vikings, started wrestling before there was a clear-cut girls’ division. For some young female athletes, that kind of challenge can be daunting, but Griffin has used it as an opportunity to learn and grow, “From a young age, I was drawn to the […]
Benefits of a Strong Core – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Ask ten people what the “core” is, and you’ll get ten different answers.For some, it’s the abs. For others, it includes the hips, back, or eventhe shoulders. The confusion makes sense when you think about howoften the term gets tossed around in fitness, often without context orconsistency. What’s not confusing is that a strong core […]
McPherson’s Colton Johnson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning McPherson’s Colton Johnson suffered a bulging disc in his back that caused nerve damage. This led him with no left side core activation. He chose to use Advanced Physical Therapy to get him back on the football field. “It just took time and I let my back heal,” Johnson said. “I didn’t get […]
Southeast of Saline’s Suttyn Douglas – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo by Ben Heinrich By Angela Brunk Southeast of Saline senior Suttyn Douglas enters her final season with high expectations and the determination to make it her best yet. Primarily a post player, Douglas brings size, strength, and consistency to a Trojans team aiming for another standout year. Her team goals are ambitious but well […]
McPherson’s Andi Buschbom – Student Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Andi Buschbom knew finding the right place to intern for her interest in physical therapy was important for her future. Luckily, she didn’t have to look too far. “I had heard so many positive comments about Advanced Physical Therapy and with my interest in going into physical therapy I thought this would […]
Parenting and Back Pain: What’s Really Behind the Aches – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Back pain is one of the most common health issues in the United States, affecting an estimated 65–80% of adults at some point in their lives. For parents, the familiarity can feel even higher. Between carpool lines, work demands, stressful evenings, and constantly lifting kids, it’s no surprise that so many moms and dads report […]
Salina South’s Brooklyn Jordan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Salina South senior Brooklyn Jordan enters her final basketball season with passion, purpose, and a mindset shaped by years of hard work. A skilled point guard and shooting guard, Jordan is determined to make every moment count, playing each game as if it were her last and striving not just for standout […]