Teegan Haines – Blue Dragon Spotlight – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning There are many reasons why Teegan Haines chose to play football at Hutchinson Community College. From the quality of the athletic programs, to the way students are pushed academically, to the community support, Haines loves being a Blue Dragon. “All of the athletics we provide have great opportunities to continue your sport […]
Beloit’s Dakota Gray – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Nex-Tech
By Cooper Chadwick Senior Dakota Gray plays a very special role for Beloit volleyball. “I’m a strong asset as one of our best hitters and blockers, but ever since my freshman year, I’ve also made it my goal to bring energy every time I step on the court. No matter what, I’ll always be my […]
Hanover’s Melissa Holle – Coach of the Month – Presented by Salina Regional Orthopedic Clinic
By Matt Browning Melissa Holle has been coaching volleyball at Hanover for eight years and in that span she has won three state championships. Those are the memories, and rightfully so, that stand out to her. “Being in an atmosphere like that is surreal,” Holle said. “Seeing all the support our girls get and watching them play […]
Ellsworth’s Carson Jacobs – Call of the Wild Athlete – Presented by Commercial Tire
By Matt Browning When he was four or five years old, Ellsworth’s Carson Jacobs knew he was going to be passionate about the outdoors. “My mom and I were always doing something outside whether it was going fishing, hunting or going out to the lake,” Jacobs said. Jacobs’ interests in the outdoors vary and are […]
Beloit’s Brecken Boudreaux – Poll Winner – Presented by WSU Tech
By Matt Browning Beloit’s Brecken Boudreaux recently received the devastating news that she tore her meniscus and won’t be able to play for the majority of her senior season. It would have been easy for Boudreaux to feel sorry for herself, but she has chosen to be a good teammate instead and be there for […]
Northwest’s Cooper Lutkenhaus – Presented by Hellas
Northwest High School is home to a new star! Cooper Lutkenhaus set a new high school world record in the 800M, with a staggering 1:42.27 finish. At just 16 years old, Lutkenhaus has earned his place in Tokyo for The World Championships. Way to go Cooper! Hellas is honored to provide Northwest High School a […]
Salina Central’s Liam Deniam-Young – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kelly Kitchener
By Matt Browning Salina Central’s Liam Deniam-Young has all of the accolades any cross country runner would want. He won both the AVCTL Division II title as well as the regional title. But Deniam-Young is always looking at what his team can do, rather than what he can do. “Every year I strive to improve, […]
McPherson’s Brooke Doile – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Photo By Jami Buchman By Angela Brunk As a senior at McPherson High School, Brooke Doile is entering her final volleyball season with focus, leadership, and no shortage of ambition. Spending time as an outside hitter and defensive specialist, Doile plays a vital role on a Bullpup squad, all who have their eyes set on […]
Blue Dragon Spotlight – L.T. Robinson – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning The history and prestige is what led Wichita East’s L.T. Robinson to choose Hutchinson Community College to play football. Year after year, the Blue Dragons produce some of the best junior college players in the nation. “They have produced so many players year in and year out that are currently at the […]
Kansas State Football – Presented by Hellas
By Matt Browning Hellas Construction installed its Matrix Helix turf at Kansas State’s Bill Snyder Family Stadium and two other practice fields last spring. “We are excited to install this product in our football facilities,” said Gene Taylor, Director of Athletics at K-State in a press release by Hellas. “Hellas’ single-source model provides us a top-tier […]