VYPE Kansas - North Central Kansas October 2022

Mason Clark

Olivia Mancino-Hinde

Sam Becker Mallorie Church

The home-field advantage starts here.

Salina Regional Orthopedic and Sports Medicine is proud to be the sports medicine provider to area high schools and colleges.

We offer comprehensive care that includes education to prevent sports injuries, sports performance, and the healing and preservation of damaged joints through surgery and rehabilitation.

Our team of physicians include Dr. Matthew Pyle, Sports Medicine Physician and orthopedic surgeons Drs. Travis Rump and Todd Reilly. They provide specialty sports medicine care, whether it’s general sports medicine such as treating sports injuries, ultrasound guided joint injections, nutrition, concussion management or surgery. Plus, an A-team including certified athletic trainers and physical therapists who work with athletes at every level.

At school, on the field or in our clinic, Salina Regional Orthopedic and Sports Medicine has everything you need to get back in the game and keep you in the game.

Kelsey Wilson, ATC McPherson College

Shelby Barrett, ATC Salina Central High School

Abe Noll, ATC Smoky Valley High School and Southeast of Saline High School

Evan Bowers, ATC Salina South High School

Matthew Pyle, D.O. Sports Medicine Physician

Salina South’s Olivia Mancino-Hinde

By Hayden Swope

Olivia Mancino-Hinde was chosen as the American Family Insurance Athlete of the Month for October. Mancino-Hinde placed multiple times last year, including her fifth place run at the 5A Great Bend Regionals.

“I feel honored to be chosen as an athlete for VYPE Magazine,” Mancino-Hinde said. “Cross country has been a huge part of my life for the past six years, and I appreciate my coaches, teammates, and parents that have helped me get here.”

While focusing on making it to state, Mancino-Hinde has also been setting goals to improve her times.

“This season, my main goal is to go to state cross country in Lawrence,” MancinoHinde said. “My personal record is 20:20 from regionals last year, which earned me a place at state. I haven’t gotten a new personal record this year but I’m hoping to get closer to it.”

Mancino-Hinde spent the summer leading up to the season concentrating on her finishes and running consistently.

“To prepare for this year’s season, I ran a lot over the summer,” Mancino-Hinde said. “I went to summer cross country practices two times a week and ran three to four times a week on my own. One weakness I really wanted to improve was my race finishes.”

Mancino-Hinde plans to attend Fort Hays State University and major in business.

COMMERCIAL TIRE’S ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Tescott’s Mallorie Church

By Matt Browning

Mallorie Church of Tescott was chosen as the Commercial Tire Athlete of the Month for October. Last season, Church was a second team all-league selection.

While she has natural ability, Church also views herself as a leader and someone who her teammates can depend on.

“I look at myself as avery positive, uplifting teammate,” Church said. “I try to help my teammates as much as I can and to the best of my abilities.” Church also holds high expectations for her teammates and sometimes she recognizes that is a weakness.

“I would say my weakness would probably be that I expect the underclassmen to just know where they should be or what to do at any given time,” Church said. “I have learned to take into consideration that coming from junior high ball straight into varsity high school ball is an adjustment. I just try to help them as much as I can.”

Next year, Church plans to attend Hays Hair Academy or Bellus Academy in Manhattan to earn my license in cosmetology and lash technician.

Photo by Rachel Hinde

Prep Performance of the Month ! GO

McPherson’s Sam Becker

By Matt Browning

Sam Becker of McPherson football understands how important quality facilities are to the success of a program. Hellas Construction recently completed a project at McPherson High School’s football stadium.

“It has been a long process working together with community members, the school board, school administration, coaches, teachers and students to build an on-site facility,” Becker said. “We are now lucky to have a place for multiple sports to either practice or play.  It can be used for multiple school activities that the grass field didn’t provide us with.”

The Bullpups are in the middle of yet another successful season and Becker thinks the new facilities will only get more kids excited to play football.

Logan Arasmith, Beloit High School

Logan Arasmith, a running back from Beloit, was chosen as the Hog Wild Performer of the Month for October. During the Trojans’ three-game winning streak in the middle of October, Arasmith rushed for nearly 800 yards and 11 touchdowns.

“I think starting the season 0-2 has been what has motivated me and the rest of the team,” Arasmith said. “After we lost those games, our entire team realized we needed to gure out what is happening. We gured out our problems and have not looked back since. I think this is the biggest thing that motivates me, because I do not want to lose another game.  I will work my hardest to make sure we don’t lose another game.”

Some of Arasmith’s greatest attributes are the things that don’t show up on the stat sheet.

“My strength as a player is my heart,” Arasmith said. “I go into every game willing to give it my all, no matter what happens. I think of my teammates as my brothers and would do anything I had to for them.” When it comes to physical ability, Arasmith utilizes his shiftiness and quickness on the eld.

“I think the upgrade in the facilities will continue to promote pride in our school and in our community which will strengthen the culture that has already been made,” Becker said.

Speaking of the culture, Becker said that was the building block initially with all of McPherson’s success. The Bullpups are 64-14 over the past seven seasons.

“Our team culture is the major part in the continued success we have had,” Becker said. “The coaches and players trust in each other and trust the process; this has led to keeping that winning culture.”

Hog Wild

“Our head coach has put in plays to let me get in the open eld to use my shiftiness or has let me run routes to get in open space,” Arasmith said. “With my speed, I can get to the hole created and make quick cuts and use my vision to see cut lanes or ways to get into open eld.” 2525 Market Place · 785-825-2222

Marion’s Allison Shults

Allison Shults of Marion was chosen as the Eccentricity Mom of the Month. Shults has been a vital member of the Marion football program since 2017.

Shults had one son graduate from Marion in 2017 and her youngest is now a senior for the Warriors this season.

“I am honored that Coach Craft has nominated me for this recognition, but I do it for the boys,” Shults said. “I enjoy being able to be a ‘team mom.’  Being able to serve them dinner allows me to see the team grow together.”

Many of Shults’ responsibilities deal with the planning and organizing of game day meals.

“Each week I organize a meal for the team,” Shults said. “On the weeks we play away, it consists of sack lunches and the weeks we play at home, we do a team meal in the Thursday before the game.”

Shults works at the high school, so she is able to stay on top of the meals and making sure they are on time.

“Game days aren’t too hectic, just take more planning and organization to make sure nothing is forgotten and that everything gets to the bus on time,” Shults said. “Since I work at the school, I get up earlier on those days to make all the sandwiches and get all the coolers packed.”

Wilson High Volleyball

Coach Megan Koch was a volunteer coach with Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department when she was in college coaching basketball and volleyball. In 2018-19 she was brought on as an assistant coach to the junior high boys basketball team at Wilson and would later become an assistant coach to the junior high volleyball team as well. In 2021 coach Koch became the head volleyball coach at Wilson High School.

“I had a number of great coaches growing up, but my basketball coaches Jamie Camacho and Rodney Seehafer had the largest impacts on me as an athlete. Always pushing me to do better and work harder towards being a good teammate and reaching a common team goal. Rod coached me throughout junior high as well my senior year and Jamie coached me all four years of high school. Their dedication to creating a strong sense of community and teamwork on the floor played a large role in my desire to coach our youth,” said coach Koch.

Also an educator, Koch teaches science to grades 7-12. Koch said she enjoys both jobs as a teacher and coach.

“Part of my job as a coach, and as a teacher, is to create good people who care for others and understand the value of working hard, regardless of an outcome. I enjoy getting to see my students grow and develop through the course of the year,” said coach Koch.

Coach Koch is an alum of Wilson High School, so coming home to coach and teach was the right decision for her.

“Wilson High School is the right place for me because I love the sense of community that we have. I always knew that when I completed college, I wanted to come home to teach at Wilson,” said coach Koch.

This season the Wilson volleyball team faced tough odds with a difficult schedule, but coach Koch was pleased with the effort and focus on the court.

“I had a really good group of girls this season. With an absence of seniors last season, we had 11 returners, so we were able to build upon were we left of at the end of the

2021 season. We also gained four incoming freshmen and one sophomore that are all very promising athletes. I have only been coaching high school for the past two years and I have often told the girls that I may not know everything that there is to know, but I am willing to work if they are,” said coach Koch. “I think that has really given us a better connection between player and coach. Players feel comfortable talking through scenarios and voicing their thoughts on changes to offense or defense, and players feeling confident in their opinions and choices is something that I find to be an important part of being a team. We do have a tough schedule in the start of the year, but that just drives our focus at that start of the season, it gives us something to come out strong against right away.”

With several players who could play multiple positions, coach Koch developed a system that would give the team the best opportunity for success.

“We changed some things up throughout the season and worked some girls in different positions, and even if those decisions don’t result in wins, we gain more for the future by trying out different positions and working on a variety of skills, than we would by playing it safe. Part of being competitive is changing up the game, and we are working at getting stronger at the strategic part of the volleyball,” said coach Koch. “I’m extremely proud of their efforts this year and their ability to move forward together, even if their futures seem uncertain. Unfortunately, the future of Wilson volleyball looks nonexistent. However, if we would be lucky enough to stay together, I think that we could keep building this amazing thing that we’ve got going for us. I would be excited to see what we could do next year if given the opportunity, because I believe the snowball has just started to form for this team, and it’s only going to get bigger and better with time.

Anna Thielen (Jr.), Abby Dlabal (So.), Serenity Steinike (So.), Evie Reichel (So.), Grace Bohnen (Sr.), Olivia Crawford (Fr.), Skylar Cullens (Jr.), Cara Criswell (Sr.), Railynne Soukup (Fr.), Macie Ortiz (Fr.), Leah Criswell (Fr.), Alivia Koch (So.), Tyra Meyer (So.), Hallie Theilen (So.), Kylee Larsen (Sr.), and Maddison Cook (So.).

Inman’s - Eli Brunk

By Matt Browning

Eli Brunk of Inman was chosen as the Advanced Physical Therapy Athlete of the Month for October. Brunk injured his knee during basketball season and it was preventing him from doing the basic fundamentals like running and jumping. “My overall experience with APT was great,” Brunk said. “The trainers had me progress through exercises and as my knee improved they didn’t rush it. They were very knowledgeable about how to get me recovered as fast as possible.”

There were two particular exercises APT had Brunk work on that he said were particularly helpful.

“The trainers had me do band work and the electric stem machine which helped a lot,” Brunk said.

Brunk made significant progress and did so quickly. That would be just part of his recommendation for any athlete who needs to utilize Advanced Phyiscal Therapy.

“I would recommend them because they are very knowledgeable, the workers are really nice and they got me healed up very fast,” Brunk said.

THOMAS HUNT, DPT

Your Favorite Sport/Exercise to Participate In?

Soccer. It is what I center all my workouts around.  I love the game.  Love to coach and play when I can.

Your Favorite Activity to get in easy movement?

Walking is amazing! Get those steps in whenever you can.  Research shows it has many of the same benefits as running, but with less injuries.

Sports (if any) you did in high school?

I played soccer and basketball in high school and ran the 800m race in college.

What You Treat/Specialize In:

I enjoy treating athletes with ACL injuries, I had one myself after playing soccer and it is a population I care deeply for.  I also like treating patients with hip impingement.  I have been doing some self-rehabilitation for these issues for two years now and have learned a lot and want to help others that have the same issues!

Best tip for high school athletes:

Research shows us a good neuromuscular warm up or exercises such as balance and single leg exercises, help to prevent injuries.  Warm up and strength training are very important for success during the season!

Sterling College’s Randy Stange

By Matt Browning

Randy Stange, the head men’s basketball coach at Sterling College, was chosen for the Hutchinson Community College profile for October. Stange both played and coached basketball for the Blue Dragons, as well as being the athletic director.

“It (Hutch CC) meant a lot,” Stange said. “It was a huge part of my life. My dad lives there. I have family there. I never really left and I continue to listen and follow the games online. It’s always been a part of me.”

Stange comes to Sterling from Johnson County Community College, where he was the athletic director. Not only was Sterling appealing because of how close it was to home, but the challenge of the job excites Stange.

“Sterling College has lost 25 in a row,” Stange said. “Our schedule is tough. Our league is tough. We have a lot to overcome. It’s a real challenge. The main difference between coaching and administration is being involved in player’s lives and shaping and giving long-term guidance. It’s a big impact.”

Stange said one of the greatest appeals Hutchinson Community College should have on prospective students is the commitment to academics.

“There is such a quality of education,” Stange said. “There is a commitment to it. From the president throughout the institution. There is a lot of good that I was able to be a part of.”

McPherson’s Christy Dolie

By Hayden Swope

Christy Dolie, the head volleyball coach at McPherson High School, hit her 500th career win on October 4th against Clearwater.

“To get my 500th win, felt pretty dang good, as we had to really earn our wins this season,” Dolie said. “The 500th win, we had to beat a team that had a significantly better record than us at the time. I have a young, talented group of kids that believe in our program. My youngest daughter, who has grown up a bullpup, was a player on the court that night. My assistant coach, Cheryl Malm, has been with me all 23 years. It was special to share it with these girls and my career-long coaching partner.”

Dolie has been the head volleyball coach for 17 years, has made 13 trips to the state championship game, and has one state title under her belt.

“My absolute favorite memory is winning our 2012 state championship title,” Dolie said. “It is the first and only volleyball state title at McPherson High. We were tied

21-21 in all three sets of the championship match, we won sets 2 and 3 vs Topeka Hayden.”

Doile had some advice for those seeking a successful career. “Stay positive, fear is just wasted energy and leads to self doubt, nothing good comes of it,” Dolie said. “Be a great teammate and make others around you great. Work hard, separate yourself and the team from others, many people and teams will not do what it takes.”

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Goddard’s Brian Aleman

By Hayden Swope

Brian Aleman, a soccer player at Goddard, was chosen as the Visit Salina/ Salina Chamber Athlete of the Month. Last season, Aleman was named a first team all-league athlete.

“I feel very honored to be chosen for the magazine,” Aleman said. “There is a lot of talent at every school so to be chosen feels very special.”

This year, Aleman focused on making every second on the field count, and worked to improve his leadership for his team.

“I prepared for this season with the mindset that this is my last year to win something for our school,” Aleman said. “I don’t get my high school years back so I just want to make the most of it. Something I wanted to improve this season was my leadership. I wanted to be a role model and lead by example for our underclassmen.”

Aleman’s biggest postseason goal is to make it as far as possible, all while playing together as a team one last time.

“Some goals for this season were to make it deep into the postseason and ultimately first win regionals and go on from there,” Aleman said. “As a team, I would like to be able to play together more.”

Aleman hopes to continue playing soccer after high school all while going to school.

“I would love to play college soccer somewhere, and although undecided on where, I would like to major in business,” Aleman said.

Photo by Christian Benson

Salina Central’s Rocelyn Show

By Matt Browning

Rocelyn Show of Salina Central was chosen as The Alley Bowler of the Month for October. She was a first team all-league bowler last season for the Mustangs.

“My expectations for the upcoming season are to have a good attitude with my team and as an individual to not get frustrated with myself so much,” Show said.

While Show was one of the top bowlers last season, she understands needs to continue to hone her strengths, while also improving her weaknesses.

“My strengths would be fixing my form and adjusting to the lane and my main weakness is picking up spares,” Show said. “It helps me get a pocket shot for a possible strike or hopefully with about two to three pins left. To improve my weaknesses, I have been practicing my seven and ten pin regularly and for league I try to get almost all of my spares.”

Branching out as a player was something that dawned on Show last season.

“Last bowling season showed me how much I rely on my coaches and that I don’t need them as much as I think I do,” Show said. “I’ve learned that they are there to help me improve myself and to not tell me how to do everything.”

Watch for this year’s High School Bowlers of

Butler Community College’s Nick Lowe - Louisiana-Monroe

By Matt Browning

Nick Lowe, who now plays football at Louisiana-Monroe, was chosen for the Butler Community College profile for October. Lowe played for the Grizzlies 2019-2021.

“My experience at Butler was great. I was close to home which was good for my first time in college,” Lowe said. “The faculty and staff are fantastic. They are very helpful in making the transition from high school. I also met some of my best friends there. It was a bunch of kids from all around Kansas that I had not met before. It helps to give Butler that feeling of being home.”

Playing for a coaching staff at Butler that experienced success was a significant part of why Lowe liked playing for the Grizzlies.

“The coaches are former players that won National Championships and they know the standard that it takes to achieve success and they hold the players to that standard,” Lowe said.

One of Lowe’s favorite memories at Butler making friendships that he envisions will last forever.

“A lasting memory that I experienced at Butler was meeting my best friends

Seth Falley and J.J. Crawford,” Lowe said. “Both are Kansas kids that grew up very close to me but had never really met. J.J. and I played youth baseball together but did not keep in touch after. They are now some of my closest friends and that is all because of the time we spent at Butler together.”

“... this place is so special. To think of all the greats that have come out of here, it is kind of crazy to think that I have had more starts than anyone at Butler. Means the world to me.”

AJ

Photo by Ty Hundley

Minneapolis High’s Gabe Hueser

By Hayden Swope

Gabe Hueser, a football athlete from Minneapolis, was chosen as the American Family Insurance Athlete of the Month. Just this season, Hueser has 45 carries and over 200 rushing yards.

“It’s truly an honor for me to be chosen as the American Family Athlete,” Hueser said. ‘It makes all the years of dedication and hard work pay off.”

As soon as the Lion’s season ended last year, Hueser and the team trained on the field and in the weight room preparing for the 2022 season.

“Preparing for this season started after our playoff loss last year,” Hueser said.

“I got in the weight room in an effort to be stronger and faster. During the summer months, I put hours into practice and weights. Both helped me get to where I am.”

While a big playoff run was being worked towards, Hueser also had another goal he focused on.

“One main goal I had was becoming a better leader,” Hueser said. “After going 4-5 the past three seasons including our playoff berth, it is a goal to finish the year with a winning record and a playoff win.”

Hueser plans to continue his academic career in college and study agricultural business.

“After high school I plan to continue my education at Fort Hays University,” Hueser said. “I will study agricultural business in hopes to return home and help run my family’s ranch.”

FINAL REGULAR SEASON VYPE FOOTBALL POWER RANKINGS

Wichita Large School

Wichita Small School

1. Andale (1)

2. Kingman (2)

3. South Sumner (3)

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5.

Salina Area

1. Canton-Galva (1)

2. SE-Saline (2)

3. Little River (3)

4. Inman (4)

5. McPherson (5)

6. Ellsworth (6)

7. Beloit (8)

7.

8.

9.

10.

8. Salina Central (9)

9. Marion (10)

10. Moundridge (NR)

1. Maize (1)

2. Derby (2)

3. Bishop Carroll (3)

4. Wichita Northwest (4)

5. Hutchinson (5)

6. Wichita East (6)

7. Circle (8)

8. Andover Central (9)

9. Valley Center (10)

10. Kapaun Mount Carmel (NR)

Chaparral (4)

Wichita Collegiate (5)

6. Cheney (6)

Conway Springs (7)

Wichita Independent (8)

Hesston (10)

Sedgwick (NR)

Ellsworth’s Amy Johnson

By Matt Browning

Amy Johnson, the volleyball coach at Ellsworth, was chosen as the Salina Regional Orthopedic Clinic Coach of the Month. Johnson, who is in her 21st year as head coach, has led the Bearcats to being one of the top teams this season.

“We knew that we’d be much improved this season, only losing one senior off of last year’s team,” Johnson said. “Hitting 20 wins this past weekend was a big step and we plan to add to that total.”

Johnson’s coaching philosophy has very little to do with X’s and O’s. Her focus is on building a culture in her program. “We stand for family first and supporting each other,” Johnson said. “Respect of others (officials, opposing teams, teammates, coaches, parents, and fans) is a must in our program.  The little details are so important, including fundamental work every day.”

While there are players who might have more ability than others, there is no player that has more importance than any other.

“Each and every young lady, from top to bottom, is equally important to our program,” Johnson said. “We work with the junior high coaches and include them in our volleyball family.”

Move forward with us.

Salina Regional Orthopedic and Sports Medicine is the leader in orthopedic and sports medicine care for north-central Kansas, with the extensive training and experience you need to keep you moving forward. Education and collaboration with our patients are priorities because the more you know, the better your recovery. Like our virtual Joint Education class for patients considering or have scheduled a joint replacement surgery.

And after surgery, our team of physical therapists works closely with you to reduce pain and inflammation, offers easy-to-access homeexercise programs, and helps loosen restricted joints and tendons with progressive therapies to help regain balance and stability.

The orthopedic care you need to keep moving forward.

Todd Reilly, D.O. Orthopedic Surgeon Travis Rump, D.O. Orthopedic Surgeon Matthew Pyle, D.O. Sports Medicine Physician

By Hayden Swope

Mason Clark, a football athlete at Salina Central, was chosen as the American Family Insurance Athlete of the Month for October.

“It means a lot to me truly,” Clark said. “To be in Vype Magazine means I am doing something right and those around me are seeing what I am doing right.”

Clark spent the offseason learning how to be a leader and spending his time on the field with his teammates.

“Preparing for the season I really just worked with all the under class men,” Clark said. “I prepared them for Friday nights since they would be right there with me.”

While long term goals were in the back of his mind, Clark’s biggest goal this year was to always continue to improve week after week to show what he could do.

“The only goal I have for the season is to do better this week then last week and so on and so forth,” Clark said.

Involved in numerous sports and clubs up at the high school, Clark hopes to take all of the memories with him after graduation.

“I throw in track and I am a big brother for big brothers and sisters,” Clark said. “I am Vice President of the Chess Club, a disc golf club member, a National Honor Society and relay for life member, and a Student Council member.”

Clark aspires to attend college after high school, and continue his academic career.

“My plans for college are to attend Kansas State University through their Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program and study architecture,” Clark said.

Salina Central’s Mason Clark HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK

WEEK 5

Wichita Independent’s Joseph Recalde-Phillips caught three balls for 163 yards and three touchdowns, while also scoring on a 60-yard run in the Panthers’ victory over Argonia-Attica.

Je Vincent of Canton-Galva intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown in the Eagles’ win over Fair eld, which broke the 8-Man career interception record.

WEEK 6

Maize’s Avery Johnson accounted for over 500 yards of o ense and seven touchdowns as the Eagles rallied to defeat Derby 52-51.

Inman’s Josiah Buller threw for 189 yards and four touchdowns, including one that was 99 yards, in the Teutons 38-0 victory over Ellinwood.

WEEK 7

Brayden Kuntz of Conway Springs rushed for 287 yards and three touchdowns in the Cardinals’ 35-14 victory over previously top-ranked Inman. Southeast of Saline’s Luke Gebhardt went 8-for-9 for 165 yards and two touchdowns in the Trojans’ 94-0 route of Lyons.

Special Guests for 2022 Banquet

Irving Fryar, 17 year NFL player, 5X Pro-Bowls, Nebraska All-American and Heisman Trophy winner, College Football Hall of Fame Inductee

Mike Rozier

WEEK 8

Derby’s Dylan Edwards ran for 292 yards on 19 carries as the Panthers took care of Newton, 49-20.

In Little River’s 60-14 victory over Goessel, Grant Stephens racked up 115 yards on o ense, while also recording ve tackles and a sack on defense.

WEEK 9

Jack Voth of Cheney caught ve balls for 101 yards and three touchdowns in the Cardinals’ 28-7 victory over Hugoton.

McPherson defensive lineman Sam Becker intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown in the Bullpups’ 34-13 victory over Mulvane.

TWO SCHOOLS, ONE MISSION: LEADERSHIP MEET THE CADETS

Why join ROTC?

You should join ROTC because it teaches you to lead in an e ective manner. As well as you get to do some pretty cool things like ride in Blackhawks and Chinook helicopters.

Do you have any hobbies?

I love to run and play video games.

Favorite place to eat?

My favorite place to eat in Pittsburg is Drop the H.

Favorite movie?

I love the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Why join ROTC?

A person should join ROTC because of all the doors it opens up. There are so many pathways to go from ROTC as well as gaining brothers and sisters to learn the Army with. Do you have any hobbies?

My hobbies include dancing where I danced at Kansas Dance Academy, reading, and spending time with family.

Favorite place to eat?

My favorite place to eat in Wichita would be Emperors. Best fried rice ever.

Favorite movie?

My favorite movie has always been Real Steel. Not sure why, but I love it.

Hometown: Halstead, KS

Major: Construction Management with a double minor in Military Science and Company Management.

Why Pitt State?

Because of the small town feel as well as the great construction and ROTC programs

Favorite artist and song?

My favorite artist is Post Malone I love his song Go Flex.

Favorite app or game?

The best app on my phone is Clash Royale because it’s a great way to kill time.

Favorite artist and song?

My favorite artist is Zach Bryan right now with my favorite song by him being Happy Instead.

Favorite app or game?

My favorite app on my phone is Spotify. I am always listening to music.

Hometown: Valley Center, KS

Major: Psychology with a minor in Sociology

Why WSU?

I chose WSU because of the opportunities I could receive as well as being able to stay home and save money while still getting the college experience. Text 'TeamROTC' to GoArmy (462769)

For more on ROTC opportunities in Kansas, call Josh 913-731-3382.

Thomas Porch

Eris Bishop

TEAM OF THE MONTH

Sedgwick High School Volleyball

By Matt Browning

The Sedgwick volleyball team was chosen as the Visit Wichita Team of the Month. The Cardinals are the top-ranked team in Class 2A and as of print time, were undefeated.

“I knew going into the season that we had a chance to be really good, but we’ve passed all expectations so far,” said Sedgwick coach Karen Stucky. “We’re on our way to a school record in wins but have a lot more goals in front of us.”

The Cardinals are a deep and talented team and are led by a pair of allleague selections in 2021 in Talya Sampson and Logan Stucky, as well as freshman Kalyn Sampson.

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“The numerous ways we can score made it extremely difficult for other teams to know how to defend us,” Stucky said. “It’s been fun watching the girls take charge of that creativity, often talking in between plays about what their next offensive scheme will be.”

Sedgwick has been close to the state tournament the past few seasons but could not get over the hump.

We’ve been so close the last several years, losing to great teams such as Garden Plain or Hillsboro,” Stucky said. “We’re excited for the opportunity to be close to home in our sub-state (at Remington) and make a push to win it.”

Parents, coaches, principals, teachers and fans can nominate a deserving team by contacting Mike Cooper at 316.218.3579 or Mike.cooper@vype.com

DOTTED LINE... 2022 SIGNINGS

AD’s, coaches, parents, and students remember to let VYPE know about your 2022-23 college signings and invite us to your ceremonies! You will be featured in the Salina Regional Sports Medicine Dotted Line! Send signing information to mike.cooper@vype.com.

At school, on the field or in our clinic, Salina Regional Orthopedic and Sports Medicine has everything you need to get back in the game and keep you in the game.

Kelsey Wilson, ATC McPherson College

Shelby Barrett, ATC Salina Central High School

Abe Noll, ATC Smoky Valley High School and Southeast of Saline High School

Evan Bowers, ATC Salina South High School

Matthew Pyle, D.O. Sports Medicine Physician

Inman’s Brant Mikulecky - Kansas Wesleyan - Baseball

Southeast of Saline’s Chase Gilpin

By Matt Browning

Chase Gilpin of Southeast of Saline was chosen as the Kaniper Agency Athlete of the Month for October. Gilpin was an all-league selection for the Trojans in both 2021 and 2022.

“Personally, my season has been going well. Trying to keep my stats up,” Gilpin. “I broke a school record last year and I have been working towards breaking my own record.”

Being a good communicator is something that Gilpin admitted she struggles with at times on the court, but it has been a focus to improve that this season.

“Off the court our team is constantly talking, but sometimes we tend to not talk to each other one the court,” Gilpin said.

Defense has been an area of struggle for Southeast of Saline as a whole.

“We have been pushing and pushing ourselves all season to better our defense. We are constantly perfecting our defense, figuring out whose ball is whose, covering all the holes on the court and getting our front row more involved in defense.”

Many teams have different superstitions before games, but Gilpin said the Trojans have one that is unique and it’s also her favorite memory from the season.

“My favorite memory is by far our dance parties,” Gilpin said. “It is almost a superstition for our team to spend at least 20 minutes in the locker room before our game to blast some music and let loose. It is a crucial moment for our team to bond, spend time together and just laugh with each other. It is a special moment and probably one of the biggest things I will miss next year.”

KTA Celebrates Teen Driver Safety Week and Contest Winners

put the brakes on fatalities 2022 Contest Winners

Instilling safe driving habits is important to the Kansas Turnpike Authority, not only this week as KTA celebrates and recognizes Teen Driver Safety Week, but throughout the year.

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States according to Traffic Safety Marketing. KTA encourages parents and those who work with teens to talk with them about safe driving practices, including seat belt usage and distracted driving.

“Good driving habits start early,” said Rachel Bell, Director of Business Services and Customer Relations. “Teen drivers are influenced by friends and how they see their parents drive. We hope through our teen video contest, we also influence teens as they think about safe driving in a new way.”

Each fall, KTA holds a video contest for teens to create a safe driving PSA. This contest is held in conjunction with Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day, October 10, to raise awareness about dangerous driving habits like distracted driving, speeding and lack of seat belt use.

Derby’s Lane Burkholder finished third in the contest with his entry of “Put the Brakes on Fatalities.”

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