Abilene’s Nolan Wilkins – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
Abilene junior Nolan Wilkins focused his season on becoming a steady presence his team could count on in every situation, whether at the plate, in the field or in the dugout. “My primary focus this season was being more consistent in every part of my game,” Wilkins said. “I wanted to become someone my team […]
May/June 2026 North Central Kansas Magazine
Visit Wichita and KSHSAA Announce Wichita Region Will Host All Classifications of 2028 State Basketball Championships
Visit Wichita and the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) announced today that semifinal and final sites for the 2028 KSHSAA State Basketball Championships have been selected, with all championship sites located within the Wichita regional footprint – marking the first time since 1945 that all state championship games have been this close in […]
Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour – McPherson
Another stop on the Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to the following McPherson athletes on signing to continue their athletic careers: Gentry Aichele – Hutch CC Dance Jett Pyle, – McPherson College Basketball Ava Romero – McPherson College volleyball
McPherson’s Daniel Bowen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Galen Shields State Farm
Daniel Bowen’s season at McPherson High School wasn’t defined only by results on the scoreboard, but by a deliberate push to grow into a more complete player and teammate. Bowen, a fullback, said his primary focus this season was expanding his technical skills while also strengthening relationships within the team. “This season my primary focus […]
McPherson’s Caden Wendercott – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Horizon Real Estate Services
Consistency has become the foundation of success for Caden Wendercott this season, and the McPherson standout thrower is seeing the results in both discus and shot put. After qualifying for state the past two seasons, Wendercott entered this year determined to take another step forward. His biggest goal was simple: become more consistent every meet […]
Republic County Track – Team Spotlight – Presented by Trigard Concrete Products
By Blake Chadwick The Republic County track and field program continues to build a culture centered on daily improvement, strong finishes and consistent competitiveness across boys and girls events. Now in his 10th year coaching track, head coach Blake Erkenbrack has shaped the program around steady growth and accountability. “My coaching philosophy is to try […]
Sylvan-Lucas’s Harlee Nelson – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by BRM Farms and Heller Chiropractic LLC
By Blake Chadwick Harlee Nelson is a senior at Sylvan-Lucas who has built her softball career through years of experience, consistency and leadership in the circle and on the infield. The senior has played high school softball for four years and competed in travel softball for eight, giving her a strong foundation that shows in […]
Inman’s Riley Roots – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Fuqua Construction
By Blake Chadwick Riley Roots is a senior at Inman High School who has built his identity as a distance runner through consistency. The senior competes in the 1,600 meters, 3,200 meters and 4×800 relay and has become one of the most dependable athletes in the program, contributing at a high level across multiple events. […]
Ellsworth’s Reagan Hansen – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Svaty’s Produce
By Hayden Swope As the season nears, Ellsworth’s Reagan Hansen is driven by a familiar goal — qualifying for the state meet — while embracing the camaraderie of a tight-knit team. “I am most excited for the opportunity to make it to state,” Hansen said. “I have been trying to make it and have gotten […]