Smoky Valley’s Dalton Eastep – Coach of the Month – Presented by Salina Regional Orthopedic Clinic
By Matt Browning Entering his fifth season as head coach, Dalton Eastep has built his baseball program at Smoky Valley around a simple but impactful idea: maximizing each player’s potential. Eastep, who previously served as an assistant under former coach Troy Miller, has also spent time coaching middle school football at Smoky Valley, including three […]
Clay Center’s Miller Coffman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hog Wild Pit BBQ
Clay Center’s Miller Coffman and jaw-dropping stats last year. He hit .433 which earned him first team all-league honors. He hopes for status quo this season as he leads the Tigers. “My main focus is just to be better than last year,” Coffman said. “Specifically getting on base because that’s my main job for this […]
Concordia’s Charlize Cash – Call of the Wild Athlete – Presented by Commercial Tire
By Matt Browning For Charlize Cash, the outdoors has always felt like home. Growing up surrounded by family traditions rooted in nature, Cash said her appreciation began long before she could fully understand it. “My love for the outdoors started at a really young age,” she said. “We have been camping with my family for […]
Salina Central’s Gannon Cole – Call of the Wild Athlete – Presented by Commercial Tire
By Matt Browning For Salina Central’s Gannon Cole, a love for the outdoors isn’t something that developed overnight — it’s been a constant part of his life. “I don’t remember a time when me and my brother weren’t outside hunting or fishing with our dad,” Cole said. “I had always loved fishing with my dad, […]
Wichita Trinity Academy – Field of the Month – Presented by Hellas Construction
By Matt Browning Wichita Trinity Academy has taken a significant step forward in enhancing its softball facility with the addition of a permanent seating structure and press box, thanks to a recently completed project by Hellas Construction. The new installation includes more than 250 permanent seats, providing a long-term solution for fans and creating a […]
Abilene’s Kit Barbieri – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Matt Browning Abilene’s Kit Barbieri is a three-event runner for the Cowboys, and her focus throughout the offseason has been improving in the 300-meter hurdles so she can be a valuable contributor to the 4×1 and 4×4 relay teams. “I’m working on my speed and endurance to contribute to every race I’m in,” Barbieri […]
Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour – Smoky Valley
The second Smoky Valley signing on the Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour was Kristian Ryan! He signed to play basketball at Bethany!
Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour – Smoky Valley
Another stop on the Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations to Smoky Valley’s Sara McCullick on signing to dance at Barton County CC!
McPherson’s Dylan Cabezas – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Galen Shields State Farm
By Angela Brunk Dylan Cabezas, a senior at McPherson High School, is making his mark in track and field through dedication, versatility, and a vision for his future. Competing in the triple jump, high jump, and 300-meter hurdles, Cabezas has developed into a well-rounded athlete who continues to push himself both physically and mentally. As […]
McPherson’s Caden Wenderott – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Horizon Real Estate Services
By Angela Brunk Caden Wenderott is a senior thrower at McPherson High School and is entering his final track and field season with high expectations. Specializing in shot put and discus, Wenderott has steadily improved throughout his high school career and is determined to make this season his best season yet. With his personal records […]