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 requires an insane amount of focus and repetition to be consistent,” Bruce explained. “Staying relaxed helps me stay focused and not get upset with myself if I’m doing badly.” This […]
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 summer, I participated in workouts with my team while in the weight room to improve in strength and speed to increase my rebounds for the team,” Richards said. “I also […]
Abilene’s James Stout – Coach of the Month – Presented by Salina Regional Orthopedic Clinic
By Matt Browning James Stout has been the head wrestling coach at Abilene for 23 years and during that span, his teams have won four state titles. But more than any trophy or award, Stout is proud of the impact he and his staff have had on so many young men. “I have seen so […]
Sterling’s Aleya Ravenstein – Call of the Wild Athlete – Presented by Commercial Tire
By Matt Browning Prior to her involvement in FFA Sterling’s Aleya Ravenstein never had much interest in joining the club, but one conversation changed that. I have been involved in FFA all four years of high school,” Ravenstein said. “The farmer I worked for encouraged me to get involved.” Being able to compete in FFA is […]
Beloit’s Brogan Monty – Prep Performance of the Month – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Beloit senior Brogan Monty is one of the best wrestlers in the state. Competing at 144 pounds, Monty enters his final high school season as one of Kansas’ most decorated and respected competitors, and his goals remain as ambitious as ever. Monty’s strengths begin with the mentality that has shaped him since he firststepped onto […]
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 […]
VOTE NOW! Which Salina Area Cheer Squad Should We Feature? Presented by Visit Wichita (Poll ends 1/14)
The cheer season is still ongoing! Be sure to vote in the Salina Area Cheer Squad poll. Voting ends at 10:00 pm on Wednesday, January 14th. DISCLAIMER 1: If voting exceeds an extraordinary amount in a small period of time, your IP address may be subject to a “cooling off period.” Rest assured, you will […]
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Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour – Ellsworth
Another stop on the Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to Ellsworth’s Alexis Moore on signing to play volleyball at Oklahoma Christian!
VOTE NOW! Salina Area Defensive Player of the Year – Presented by Salina Tech (Poll ends 12/22)
It was an outstanding high school football season! Be sure to vote in the Salina Area Defensive Player of the Year poll. Voting ends at 10:00 pm on Monday, December 22nd. DISCLAIMER 1: If voting exceeds an extraordinary amount in a small period of time, your IP address may be subject to a “cooling off […]