TEAM OF THE MONTH Hillsboro High School Football

By Matt Browning

The Hillsboro football team was chosen as the Visit Wichita Team of the Month for September. The Trojans defeated Nickerson on the road on September 9 by a score of 21-0. In that game, Hillsboro went into halftime tied with Nickerson 0-0, but the Trojans scored two touchdowns in the third quarter to blow the game open. They added another score in the fourth quarter.

“Having graduated an amazing group of talented young men that played a vital role in our success last season, we now have to turn on attention to preparing some young guys to step up and fill those starting roles on both side of the ball,” Hillsboro coach Demetrius Cox said.

Losing so many seniors has led Cox to lean on underclassmen for leadership responsibilities, which could be a challenge early in the season. Some of the top returners for the Trojans this year are Nicholas Smith, Lane Rogers and Jacob Thiessen—all were All-District selections last season.

“Our biggest challenge this season as a team, will be overcoming the lack of leadership and Experience,” Cox said. “If we can find leadership within us as a whole unit, we will be a pretty good team.”

Brought To You By Visit Wichita

Visit Wichita celebrates the athletes in our community and applauds their dedication. We’re proud to cheer them on, and we’re excited to bring a variety of action-packed sporting events to Wichita – the heart of the country. Here are a few you won’t want to miss:

• July 6-16: USA Boxing – National Junior Olympics & Summer Boxing Festival

• July 22-25 & 28: The Basketball Tournament (TBT)

• Aug. 7-13: USA Waterski National Championships

• Aug. 19-20: American Cornhole League Pro Shootout

Learn more about these competitions and more at VisitWichita.com | 800.288.9424

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