Salina South’s Jalen Cheeks – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Kelly Kitchener Shelter Insurance
By Matt Browning Last season, Salina South’s Jalen Cheeks made significant strides in his two main events, triple jump and 800 meter. Now the plan is to take last year’s momentum and continue it into the 2026 season. “I want to focus more on my triple jump and 800 meter this season,” Cheeks said. “I felt […]
Southeast of Saline’s Malachi Hopkins – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Nex-Tech
By Matt Browning Senior standout Malachi Hopkins is approaching his final season at Southeast of Saline with a clear mindset: push beyond limits and chase a state title. “My primary focus this year was to give it all I got and even when that’s all I got give more,” Hopkins said. “If I keep working […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ell-Saline’s Landon May – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Advanced Physical Therapy
By Angela Brunk Track season is underway for senior Landon May of Ell-Saline High School. May covers the distance events, competing in the 800m, the mile, or the 400m as well as the 4×800 relay, and is looking forward to seeing time improvement throughout the season. “I’m most excited to see how much I can […]
Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour – Smoky Valley
Another stop on the Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line Tour! Congratulations Smoky Valley’s Hope Willems on signing to run track at Park University!
Lyons’ Hendrix Starbuck – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Tory Tipp Insurance & Partners
By Cooper Chadwick After placing sixth at state last year, Lyons senior Hendrix Starbuck is excited for his last year of high school track and field. “I’m most excited to throw at new meets and meet new people this season. I’m also ready for the competition. I love to compete and push myself to be […]
Marion’s Wyatt Soyez – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by 56 Express Tire & Service
By Hayden Swope Marion’s Wyatt Soyez has been a two-time all-state track athlete, and is looking forward to seeing how his team comes together during what he believes will be a memorable year. “I am most excited about the team as a whole this season,” Soyez said. “Unfortunately, we lost a great senior class that […]
Salina Central’s Allison Robinett – Track Poll Winner – Presented by Hutchinson Community College
By Matt Browning Last season, Salina Central’s Allison Robinett finished in the top five in Class 5A in discus, javelin and shot put. But that is not enough. Robinett has big plans for her 2026 season. “In the off season, I really focus on strength training and working on my technique,” Robinett said. “I added in […]