The Basketball Tournament (TBT) returns to Wichita – Presented by Visit Wichita
The Basketball Tournament (TBT) returns to Wichita beginning Monday, July 20, bringing the defending champion AfterShocks back to Charles Koch Arena as they begin their quest to repeat as tournament champions. Games will also be played in Wichita on July 23 and July 24, if necessary. Before opening tipoff on July 20, Wichita State will unveil […]
2026 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup – Presented by Visit Wichita
Wichita will welcome thousands of athletes, coaches and family members this week as the 2026 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup returns to SCHEELS Stryker Sports Complex. Competition takes place Tuesday, July 7 through Saturday, July 11, and is free and open to the public. This year’s tournament marks the beginning of a historic three-year run, as […]
Southeast of Saline Softball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
With only one senior on the roster and a lineup filled with inexperienced players, the Southeast of Saline softball team entered the season with questions surrounding how quickly the younger players would develop. Instead, the Trojans have turned youth into one of their biggest strengths. Southeast of Saline has stormed to a 21-1 record, captured […]
May/June 2026 North Central Kansas Magazine
Minneapolis Softball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The Minneapolis softball team went 21-5 last season and qualified for the Class 3A Tournament, but the Lions lost a significant amount of talent from that squad. However, head coach Bryan Weatherman remains optimistic about his team’s chances in 2026. “We are replacing six seniors, but we can be as successful as […]
Visit Wichita to Host Kansas’ First USA Gymnastics Trampoline & Tumbling National Competition
Wichita, Kan. (April 2, 2026) – For the first time in history, Kansas will host a USA Gymnastics Trampoline & Tumbling national-level event, and it’s coming to Wichita, which was recently named the Best Sports-Event Host City in the 2025 SportsTravel Awards, presented by SportsTravel magazine. Visit Wichita announced today that it has successfully secured the 2026 […]
Sacred Heart’s Ben Marrs – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Salina Sacred Heart golfer Ben Marrs isn’t one of those guys you will find grinding on the range hour after hour. Instead, Marrs has his own preference for how to improve his game. “I spent most of my time last summer getting out and playing as much golf as possible,” Marrs said. […]
Inman Softball – Team of the Month – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning The Inman softball team went 26–2 last season, finishing second at the 2-1A softball tournament. With so many returning players this season, the Teutons are poised to be a threat again as they chase a state championship. Inman brings back Lyla Levin, first team all-league pitcher; Taylor Froese, first team all-league infielder; […]
McPherson’s Cheer Squad – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Hayden Swope The loud roundhouses, playful chants, and upbeat energy at football and basketball games does not come from nowhere. There on the sidelines at every event, you’ll find McPherson’s cheer team bringing the energy and spirit. Led by Shrine Bowl Coach of the Year Jessie Bernal and assistant coach Megan Werts, the team […]
Salina Central’s Wyatt Huffman – Poll Winner – Presented by Visit Wichita
By Matt Browning Salina Central’s Wyatt Huffman recognizes he doesn’t have much of an offseason. He is always trying to get better. “I wouldn’t say there is much of an offseason for me, but some of the things I do outside of high school bowling are, try to make it to the bowling alley two or […]