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Trey Harris - Eisenhower When Trey Harris entered his sophomore season with the Eisenhower High School soccer team, he never expected to have an injury that would sideline him for the rest of the school year. On November 26th, 2019, Harris suffered a torn ACL and meniscus placing him on a path that would lead him to Advanced PT and a long road or recovery. The center-midfielder is known for his quickness on the field and the ability to play tough defense. Having to finish his sophomore season hurt has motivated Harris to get back to the field with the help of Advanced PT. “As a parent I was always updated on his progress and any concerns they had with him returning to practice,” said Brad Harris, Trey’s father. Fighting his way back to the field wasn’t easy,

but Harris kept his eye on the goal, which was playing sports again. “Being able to play sports with friends again is what I enjoy most,” said Harris. His expected return is no longer a dream as Harris has regained full motion and his practicing with the Eisenhower soccer team. “I’ve gotten over the injury and have gained strength,” said Harris. Harris completed his physical therapy at the Advanced PT West Wichita clinic and is now looking forward to completing as a junior for Eisenhower. His future plans include playing in the 2020 season, having a great senior year next year and continue playing soccer in college. Harris would like to attend med school one day. With his work ethic and determination, it’s clear Harris can accomplish any goal he sets for himself.

MENISCUS INJURIES

Amanda Noll, PT, DPT, CSCS Of all the knee injuries, an injury to the meniscus is one of the more

common findings in athlete’s that have knee pain, especially when the pain is accompanied by a “locking” or “popping” mechanism. Meniscal injuries often involve a significant twisting of the knee, especially when the knee is in a flexed position. There are several different types of meniscal tears ranging from mild to severe that may or may not be surgical. Athletes may start to complain about knee pain that is localized to one side of the knee joint and will likely have swelling in this area as well as be tender to the touch. They will start to report pain when try to make quick lateral movements such a cutting and possible a “catching” feeling that is painful and may restrict their ROM. Often times, Physicial Therapy is a great solution to helping resolve pain and dysfunction from a meniscal tear without requiring surgery. Your Physical Therapist will teach you different strengthening exercises to help support the knee joint to decrease pain and locking of the knee, helping to avoid surgery and get back in the game faster. If the tear is significant enough to need surgery, Physical Therapy is used post-operatively to restore range of motion and strengthen the muscles surrounding the knee joint with gradual progression back into the athlete’s sport. If you or someone you know is having knee pain, whether you are an athlete or not, call Advanced Physical Therapy today and let us help you get back to life’s adventures pain free!

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Mike Cooper Owner/Publisher

#LetUsPlay Hi VYPE Nation! Welcome to the 2nd half of the 2020 Season of COVID-19! Can our world get any more confusing, frustrating, nauseating, and frightening? As I sit here today (Tuesday, August 25th) working feverishly with some great people who are attempting to finish the 2020 VYPE High School Football Preview, we really don’t know who is and who is not playing fall sports this year. However, VYPE has made the right decision to move forward with our football preview and make a commitment to put out a magazine and update social media each month. With or without sports, there are still wonderful and compelling stories to tell about those student athletes that will still get to play and even those that do not. Student athletes excel in many things; athletics, academics, community service and all those stories are worth telling and VYPE is going to keep telling them. VYPE made our decision based on what was right for the students and that is to continue to honor and recognize their accomplishments. As apparently many of you are aware, I created a Facebook post the Friday after the USD259 decision to postpone fall sports and before the USD259 School Board meeting on Monday, August 24th. To date, the post has over 88,000 views, over 14,000 engagements and over 650 comments. If you have not read the post, check it out on https://www.facebook.com/ksvype/posts/3136852549697367. The surprising and humbling level of response strongly suggest that the post struck a nerve and that people agreed with my position on USD259, COVID-19 and sports. In summary (of a really long post)…Let them play! In summary, the post focused on three areas; the propensity to hear the vocal minority instead of the hearing the silent majority, the lack of common sense as to the way a variety of different people, groups, etc. interpret the Covid numbers in the fashion that best aligns with their particular agenda, the undeniable but apparently unspeakable influence of media (for example I JUST heard on NBC National News that “6-feet of distance” is not enough!), the threat of litigation, and finally the question of making decisions that are right for the best interest of…our children. I urge those making the decisions regarding the return to school and sports to consider the quote above from President Roosevelt and make decisions that are “right” for the children and not “right” based on fear and misinformation, “right” for the grownups, “right” for the media and “right” for the lawyers. At the end of the day, with all the complexities of the COVID-19 virus and all the noise, the most important and right decision that can be made takes the best care of the students and our children. Period. I want to recognize all the students and parents that exercised their constitutional rights and peacefully protested the boards decision. VYPE was at those protest and was impressed and frankly proud of the students and parents that participated. They had a message and an opinion, and they presented that message in an extremely “grownup” way. Us old people can learn from them. It was very cool! That concludes my “one man’s opinion” rant. Now, let’s talk FOOTBALL! I say it every year, but this football preview is the best football preview that VYPE has ever produced. Why? A great deal of influence, experience and production support from VYPE Oklahoma! They have been doing 200-plus page Oklahoma high school football previews for years and they know what you want in a football preview. Next on the VYPE agenda and publishing schedule is to get out the Fall Sports Preview covering all the other sports happening this fall! Finally, I want to give a HUGE shoutout to our primary distribution points and all our sponsors for making the VYPE Football Preview and VYPE in general possible! Special thanks to Spangles for agreeing to distribute the VYPE Football Preview in 22 of their locations! Special thanks to Advanced Physical Therapy for distributing in their 23 area locations and 9 area Hog Wild Pit BBQ locations for their distribution. They came to VYPE’s rescue and understand the importance of local media and community-based content unlike nationally based distributors who have lost their understanding of the local community. These local, hometown, community aware folks make sure our audience has a place in their neighborhood to pick up a magazine. They mean the world to VYPE and to all of you. Let them know! Tee up the ball. It is time to “Get In The Game!”

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Welcome to the 2020 VYPE Kansas Football Preview. The most comprehensive breakdown of the upcoming football season in central Kansas. Find your team and read up on how they will fair in 2020.

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LINCOLN ..................................... LITTLE RIVER .............................. LYONS ......................................... MAIZE ......................................... MAIZE SOUTH ............................. MARION ...................................... MCPHERSON ............................... MINNEAPOLIS ............................. MOUNDRIDGE ............................. MULVANE .................................... NEWTON ..................................... NICKERSON ................................ NORWICH .................................... OXFORD ...................................... PEABODY BURNS ........................ PIKE VALLEY ............................... PRETTY PRAIRIE .......................... REMINGTON ................................ REPUBLIC COUNTY ...................... ROCK HILLS MANKATO ................ ROSE HILL .................................. RURAL VISTA ............................... SACRED HEART ........................... SALINA CENTRAL ........................ SALINA SOUTH ............................ SEDGWICK .................................. SMOKY VALLEY ........................... SOLOMON ................................... SOUTH HAVEN ............................. SOUTHEAST OF SALINE ............... ST. JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TIPTON ..................... STAFFORD .................................. STERLING ................................... TESCOTT ..................................... TRINITY CATHOLIC ....................... UDALL ........................................ VALLEY CENTER .......................... WELLINGTON .............................. WICHITA COLLEGIATE .................. WICHITA EAST ............................. WICHITA HEIGHTS ....................... WICHITA INDEPENDENT ............... WICHITA NORTH .......................... WICHITA NORTHWEST ................. WICHITA SOUTH .......................... WICHITA SOUTHEAST .................. WICHITA TRINITY ......................... WICHITA WEST ............................ WINFIELD ....................................

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Poll Winner: Colin Shields Maize South Maize South standout Colin Shields enters his final season as the starting quarterback, but his enthusiasm is at an all time high.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The thing I love most about my team and teammates has to be the team culture. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve only been a school since 2009 but in that time I believe that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve developed one of the best cultures in the area. Every time someone comes into school, practice, weights, the locker room, or steps onto the field on a Friday night they know that we all have each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s backs and are going to push each other to become better players on the field and better people off of the field,â&#x20AC;? said Shields.

This season Shields and his teammates have set high expectations for themselves as they look to make another run in the playoffs.

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Tanner Cash Clearwater

Clearwater High School senior and quarterback of the football team, Tanner Cash, is ready to prove to all the critics he is ready to take that next step. One goal for this season is a deep run in the playoffs.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;My personal goal this year is to have a 65% completion percentage or better. This in turn leads to me getting the ball into my receiverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands and letting them go make the plays that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all capable of making. As a team our goal this year is to get 1 percent better each day and go 1-0 each time we step onto the field on Fridays. If weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to improve every day, even by just 1 percent from the start of summer lifting to the end of the season, those days will start to add up and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll end up being a really good team

Tanner Cash

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Personally for this season, I want to prove that I am ready to be a college football player. I want to showcase that I have what it takes to be a leader on and off the field and show coaches that I would be a great asset for them at the next level. As a team, I want to make a deep playoff run. I really think we have the skill to do it and I know we have all put in a tremendous amount of work this offseason to be prepared for whatever is thrown our way. I realize that a lot of things are uncertain during this time, but I know that one thing is for sure, our team is going to be dangerous this season,â&#x20AC;? said Cash. His passion for his teammates comes through when you ask Cash what he loves about playing with this group of guys.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The thing I love most about my teammates is how close we are to one another. Living in a smaller town and going to a smaller school like Clearwater you really get the chance to grow up with the kids around you. Everyone knows everybody so you get a sense that you are all family and you look out for one another, especially on the football field,â&#x20AC;? said Cash.

with an opportunity to make another run in the 5A state playoffs,â&#x20AC;? said Shields. Shields just received his first offer from Wayne State College in Nebraska.

Time to nominate Fellowship of Christian Athletes for the 2020-21 school year! ADâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, coaches, parents, students, and fans can nominate any high school student-athlete that participates in FCA. Send nominations to mike. cooper@vype. Nominations should include student name, school, grade, sports played, and contact information if available.

Athlete of the Month

For more information about nominating a student athlete of the month please contact Kelly Thorne at: KThorne@fca.org

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VYPE Kansas WICHITA LARGE SCHOOL PRESEASON POWER 10

WICHITA SMALL SALINA AREA SCHOOL PRESEASON PRESEASON POWER 10 POWER 10

1. Derby 2. Wichita Northwest 3. Bishop Carroll 4. Maize South 5. Andover Central 6. Maize 7. Wichita East 8. Kapaun Mount Carmel 9. Eisenhower 10. Ark City

1. Andale 2. Wichita Collegiate 3. Garden Plain 4. Halstead 5. Cheney 6. Conway Springs 7. Hesston 8. Sedgwick 9. Belle Plaine 10. Clearwater

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ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL DIVISION I 1. Derby 2. Maize South 3. Maize 4. Hutchinson 5. Salina South 6. Campus 7. Newton

PRESEASON RANKINGS LEAGUE RANKINGS

DIVISION II 1. Andover Central 2. Eisenhower 3. Ark City 4. Goddard 5. Salina Central 6. Valley Center 7. Andover

DIVISION II 1. McPherson 2. Buhler 3. Winfield 4. Augusta 5. El Dorado 6. Circle

1. McPherson 2. Canton-Galva 3. Southeast of Saline 4. Little River 5. Inman 6. Hanover 7. Hillsboro 8. Clifton-Clyde 9. Beloit 10. Ell-Saline

DIVISION IV 1. Andale 2. Collegiate 3. Clearwater 4. Mulvane 5. Rose Hill 6. Wellington

CENTRAL KANSAS LEAGUE 1. Halstead 2. Hesston 3. Hillsboro 4. Nickerson 5. Haven 6. Hoisington 7. Larned 8. Smoky Valley 9. Pratt 10. Lyons

CENTRAL PLAINS LEAGUE 1. Garden Plain 2. Cheney 3. Conway Springs 4. Belle Plaine 5. Kingman 6. Chaparral 7. Douglass 8. Wichita Trinity 9. Wichita Independent

GREATER WICHITA ATHLETIC LEAGUE 1. Northwest 2. Bishop Carroll 3. East 4. Kapaun Mount Carmel 5. Heights 6. West 7. South 8. Southeast 9. North

HEART OF AMERICA (11-MAN) 1. Sedgwick 2. Inman 3. Ell-Saline 4. Hutchinson Trinity 5. Sterling 6. Remington 7. Marion

HEART OF THE PLAINS

NORTH CENTRAL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION

1. HutchinsonCentral Christian 2. South Barber 3. Norwich 4. Pratt-Skyline 5. Stafford 6. Pretty Prairie 7. Fairfield

1. Southeast of Saline 2. Beloit 3. Minneapolis 4. Ellsworth 5. Republic County 6. Salina Sacred Heart

NORTH CENTRAL KANSAS LEAGUE 1. Marysville 2. Concordia 3. Chapman 4. Clay Center 5. Wamego 6. Abilene

NORTHERN PLAINS LEAGUE

SOUTH CENTRAL BORDER LEAGUE 1. Caldwell 2. Argonia-Attica 3. Udall 4. Dexter-Cedar Vale 5. Central Burden 6. Sedan 7. Oxford 8. West Elk 9. Flinthills

WHEAT STATE

1. Osborne 2. St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Tipton 3. Thunder Ridge 4. Rock Hills 5. Sylvan-Lucas 6. Lakeside 7. Lincoln 8. Pike Valley 9. Northern Valley 10. Logan-Palco 11. Wilson 12. Tescott 13. Southern Cloud

1. Canton-Galva 2. Little River 3. Centre 4. Bennington 5. Goessel 6. Moundridge 7. Solomon 8. Chase County 9. Peabody-Burns 10. Wakefield 11. Herington

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SCCDAT ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Sydney Hallman South Haven Senior Sydney Hallman first got involved with SCCDAT when she was only a sophomore. She had no idea it would turn into a threeyear relationship helping people in her community. “I got involved with SCCDAT my sophomore year of high school. The thing I have enjoyed the most is getting to work with other kids from my community to advocate for something very meaningful to a lot of people,” said Hallman.

Sydney Hallman

Also involved in FFA as well as being part of the student council, Hallman feels it’s important to share the message of SCCDAT to her community.

“I feel it is important to get the SCCDAT message out to the people in my community because just a one-time use of any type of drug or alcohol could ruin a person’s life,” said Hallman. “For the 2020 school year I plan on continuing to advocate and get involved with the community as much as possible. During these times there are so many people who are struggling with their lives.”

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Via Christi Occupational Medicine “Doing the Work” Player of the Month

Time to nominate Via Christi Occupational Medicine “Doing the Work” Player of the Month for the 2020-21 school year! AD’s, coaches, parents, students, and fans can nominate an area student-athlete that may or may not be the “star” player on a team, but their work ethic and contributions make the team and their teammates better. The player could be someone off the bench, an assistant coach or even a student team manager. Send nominations to mike.cooper@vype. Nominations should include student name, school, grade, sports played, and contact information if available.

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KANSAS FOOTBALL PREVIEW POLL WINNER

Eli Rowland - Andale Andale High School’s Eli Rowland loves playing football and loves his team and teammates.

“What I love most about my team and teammates is all of the friendships and memories we have made. I’ve been playing with most of these guys since the third grade and it’s amazing to see how everyone has progressed,” said Rowland. The running back is entering his senior season with lofty goals for himself and the team.

“I, like the majority of people on my team, want to go back and get another ring. A goal we shoot for each year. We believe with the

personnel we have and returning starters that we can make a good run. I personally want to rush for close to 2,000 yards, as well as five or more picks on defense,” said Rowland.

Also a basketball and track athlete, Rowland said he would eventually like to work as an educator working his way up to be an Athletic Director or Principal. Rowland said his parents are a huge influence in his life.

“As a little kid you don’t realize how much your parents really do for you but as I’ve gotten older I have really

recognized that. I am grateful for them for getting me into football and all of the hard work they do to allow me to do something I love.”

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CLASS 6A CAMPUS COLTS

BROUGHT TO YOU BY HAYSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION I COACH: JAMIE CRUCE, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Salina Central Sep. 11 – H Maize Sep. 18 – At Salina South Sep. 25 – At Maize South Oct. 2 – H Andover Oct. 9 – H Derby Oct. 16 – At Hutchinson Oct. 23 – H Newton LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-8 2018 – 6-4 2017 – 5-5 2016 – 4-6 2015 – 2-7

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SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Mill Valley Sep. 11- At Newton Sep. 18 – At Bishop Carroll Sep. 25 – H Salina South Oct. 2 – H Hutchinson Oct. 9 – At Campus Oct. 16 – At Maize Oct. 23 – H Maize South

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(5-10, 165) will be the playmakers on the outside. Three all-state linebackers will lead the defense: Jack Hileman (5-9, 190), Luke Stewart (6-0, 205) and Coleson Syring (6-1, 210). First team all-state safety Tanner Knox (5-10, 185) also returns.

6A TEAM PREVIEW After a year in his system, Cruce thinks the Colts will be more comfortable with his schemes this season. The issue is the schedule as it will be difficult to rebuild while playing in the challenging AVCTL Division I. Honorable mention all-league wide receiver Tate Rico (6-5, 170) returns for Campus. He caught 18 balls for 598 yards and six touchdowns a year ago. On the defensive side of the ball, honorable mention all-league defensive tackle Jackson Bradley (6-0, 225) returns and will likely be the anchor of the unit.

DERBY PANTHERS

BROUGHT TO YOU BY TODD BENWAY STATE FARM ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION I COACH: BRANDON CLARK,

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 13-0 2018 – 13-0 2017 – 11-2 2016 – 13-0 2015 – 13-1

TEAM PREVIEW Derby has lost just three games in the past five years and has won four state titles in that span. With six first team allstate players returning, plus numerous up and coming underclassmen; the beat just rolls on for the Panthers. The offense starts and ends with quarterback Lem Wash (5-11, 210), who is one of the top athletes in the state. Leading the way for Wash’s running ability will be offensive linemen Jonas Vickers (6-3, 290) and Alex Key (6-4, 265)—both first team all-state players last year. Reid Liston (6-0, 180) and Deshawn Wright

WICHITA EAST BLUE ACES GREATER WICHITA ATHLETIC LEAGUE

COACH: ENE AKPAN, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE (PRECANCELLATION): Sep. 4 – H Hays Sep. 11 – At Kapaun Sep. 18 – At Wichita Southeast Sep. 25 – H Wichita Northwest Oct. 2 – H Wichita West Oct. 9 – At Garden City Oct. 16 – At Wichita North Oct. 23 – H Bishop Carroll

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 5-4 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 3-6 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 1-8

WICHITA NORTH REDSKINS GREATER WICHITA ATHLETIC LEAGUE

TEAM PREVIEW Optimism is high for the Aces as they return

COACH: QUINTON BURGESS, FIRST SEASON

SCHEDULE (PRECANCELLATION): Sep. 4 – H Wichita Southeast Sep. 11 – At Independence Sep. 18 – At Wichita Heights Sep. 24 – H Wichita South Oct. 1 – H Bishop Carroll Oct. 9 – H Wichita West Oct. 16 – H Wichita East Oct. 23 – At Liberal LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 0-9 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 0-9 2017 – 0-9 2016 – 1-8

TEAM PREVIEW OptimSince 2004, the Redskins have gone 17-131, but that has not stopped first year coach Quinton Burgess from injecting energy and enthusiasm into the program, which has gone winless in three of the past four years. Two of North’s top returning players, Teon Hicks (6-0, 200) and Thomas Browning (6-3, 210), will be fixtures on both lines. Senior Dalyn Terrell (5-11, 160) will start at defensive back and sophomore Jacob Wassall (5-11, 160) will be the Redskins’ starting quarterback.

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eight players who earned all-league honors off last season’s 5-4 team. It was East’s first winning season since 2012. The Aces’ wide receiver duo of Daylan Jones (6-3, 212) and Caquoy Patterson (5-8, 145) made first team all-league and second team all-league respectively last year. Southeast transfer A.J. King (5-10, 165), who was second team all-league, will join Jones and Patterson. Also back on offense is running back Tobi Osunsanmi (6-2, 205) and tight end Kamerion Hart (5-11, 165)—both of whom were all-league honorable mention last year. Along the offensive line, honorable mention all-league selection Treavor Hunter (5-10, 265) is back. On defense, East returns a pair of honorable mention all-league selections in defensive linemen Juan Navarette (6-3, 250) and Breaden Barley (6-2, 220).

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CLASS 6A WICHITA SOUTH TITANS GREATER WICHITA ATHLETIC LEAGUE

COACH: RUSS WELLS, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE (PRECANCELLATION): Sep. 4 – At Kapaun Sep. 11 – H Bishop Carroll Sep. 18 – At Dodge City Sep. 24 – At Wichita North Oct. 2 – H Pittsburg Oct. 9 – H Wichita Heights Oct. 16 – At Wichita Northwest Oct. 23 – H Wichita West LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 1-8 2016 – 4-5 2015 – 5-4

four starters, including Carlos Sosa (6-0, 285), who was a second team all-league selection last season. There are three skill players returning on offense in tight end Caden Morris (6-0, 185), slot receiver Damion Beaver (5-9, 150) and running back Jordan Huggins (5-9, 195). The Titans return six starters on the defensive side of the ball including lineman Adam Shipp (6-2, 235), who was second team all-league last season. Shipp registered 23 tackles for a loss a year ago.

WICHITA SOUTHEAST BUFFALOES

Sep. 11 – At Wichita West Sep.18 – H Wichita East Sep. 25 – At Liberal Oct. 2 – At Kapaun Oct. 9 – At Wichita Northwest Oct. 16 – H Wichita Heights Oct. 23 – H Dodge City LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 1-8 2016 – 1-8 2015 – 1-8

TEAM PREVIEW Southeast returns four players who earned honorable mention all-league selections last year and will be key building blocks for the program. Running back Joel Underwood (5-9, 190) rushed for 496 yards and four touchdowns last year. Tight end Jakobi Livingston (6-3, 225) caught just two balls a year ago, but was an important factor as a blocker for

6A TEAM PREVIEW The biggest strength to South’s team this season will be its offensive line, which returns

GREATER WICHITA ATHLETIC LEAGUE

COACH: TAYLOR COUNTS, SECOND SEASON SCHEDULE (PRECANCELLATION): Sep. 4 – At Wichita North

the running game. Also critical to the running game is tackle Liae Hunter (6-3, 218). On defense, returning lineman Jacob Condit (5-7, 210) had 17 tackles and two tackles for a loss last season.

WICHITA WEST PIONEERS GREATER WICHITA ATHLETIC LEAGUE

COACH: ADAM ROSENSTIEL, FIRST SEASON

SCHEDULE (PRECANCELLATION): Sep. 4 – At Dodge City Sep. 11 – H Wichita Southeast Sep. 18 – H Garden City Sep. 25 – At Wichita Heights Oct. 2 – At Wichita East Oct. 9 – At Wichita North Oct. 16 – H Bishop Carroll Oct. 23 – At Wichita South LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-4

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2018 – 6-4 2017 – 5-4 2016 – 3-6 2015 – 5-5

TEAM PREVIEW Adam Rosenstiel takes over for Weston Schartz, who took the Pioneers to back-to-back six win seasons. West returns seven starters on defense, which allowed 14 points or less in all six of its wins. Linebacker Quentin Saunders (6-0, 195) was a second team all-league performer last season, as was defensive back J’Qwon Johnson (5-10, 160). Saunders will also be the Pioneers’ running back, where he rushed for over 700 yards last season. After Saunders, there are plenty of questions on the offensive side of the ball, especially at the skill positions, where only tight end A.J. McCullough (6-1, 185) is back. As a whole, West has to replace 60 percent of its offense.

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SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Maize Sep. 11 – H Ark City Sep. 18 – H Salina Central Sep. 25 – At Eisenhower Oct. 2 – At Campus Oct. 9 – H Valley Center Oct. 16 – At Andover Central Oct. 23 – H Goddard LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-7 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 5-5 2016 – 6-4 2015 – 1-8

TEAM PREVIEW Dusenbury takes over the Trojan program after spending the past five years as the head coach at Garden Plain, where led the Owls to a 42-11 record. Andover returns a first team all-league safety in Isaiah Maikori (6-2, 180) to lead the defense. Joining Maikori is second team allleague linebacker Chandler Goodnight (5-11, 200) and honorable mention defensive tackle Dillon Schobrough (6-1, 240). On offense, the Trojans will be much more inexperienced.

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TEAM PREVIEW With the return of six key starters on offense, Bishop Carroll is poised to be one of the more explosive units in the area. Hunter Trail (5-8, 175) was a first team all-league running back last season for the Eagles, as was wide receiver Oscar Gallardo (6-1, 180) and center Ben Purvis (6-0, 240). Quarterback Aiden Niedens (6-0, 170) and offensive lineman Gabe Havlovic (6-4, 245) were second team all-league performers. At the other receiver spot will be Noah Ferguson (5-10, 170), who was honorable mention all-league. There are more questions on the defensive side of the ball for Carroll, as just four starters return. Defensive lineman Matthew Morrell (6-1, 185) and defensive back Cade Gatschet (6-0, 180) were honorable mention all-league.

EISENHOWER TIGERS

ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION II COACH: DARRIN FISHER, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 3 – H Hays Sep. 11 – H Salina Central Sep. 18 – At Andover Central Sep. 25 – H Andover Oct. 2 – At Goddard Oct. 9 – H Ark City Oct. 16 – At Great Bend Oct. 23 – At Valley Center LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 5-4 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 5-7 2016 – 3-6 2015 – 7-5

TEAM PREVIEW Eisenhower struggled on offense last season scoring below 20 points in five of its nine games. But with nine potential starters returning, the Tigers are confident the offense will be a strength this season. The key returning player

Oscar Gallardo is wide receiver Mason Turney (5-8, 155), who was first team all-league last season. But Fisher is excited about quarterback Nick Hogan (6-5, 217), who was impressive last season before a season-ending injury after the Tigers’ third game against Andover. On the other side of the ball, all three linebackers return: Seth Voker (5-10, 195), who was honorable mention all-league, Brent Ho (5-6, 155) and Cody Hawks (6-1, 210), who was second team all-league.

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ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION II COACH: TOMMY BEASON, THIRD SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Buhler Sep. 11 – At Valley Center Sep. 18 – H Ark City Sep. 25 – At Andover Central Oct. 2 – At Eisenhower Oct. 9 – At Newton Oct. 16 – H Salina Central Oct. 23 – At Andover LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-6 2018 – 10-3 2017 – 11-1 2016 – 11-2 2015 – 6-4

TEAM PREVIEW Goddard was optimistic last season about its chances to compete in 4A. In 2018, the Lions made it to the title game and they thought they could make a deep run again last season. But

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TEAM PREVIEW The Salthawks return three players who were either first or second team all-league last season. Inside linebacker Jack Hawver (6-0, 198) was first team all-league last year and Vernon thinks he is poised for an even bigger season. Hutchinson’s defense also returns interior lineman David Waymire (6-1, 234), who made second team all-league. On offense, Alec McCuan rushed for 1,000 yards last season and was a second team all-league performer. Vernon said to expect McCuan to play all over the field this season. With so many returning players with experience, Hutchinson could make a significant jump in the league standings.

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TEAM PREVIEW There are two ways to look at the Maize offense. On one hand, the Eagles return four of five of their offensive lineman, including first team all-league selection Nate Harding (6-2, 250). But on the other hand they have to replace all skill position starters from last year. That transition might be a bit smoother with Heights transfer Joshua Sanders (5-7, 180) presumably starting at running back. On defense, Maize returns two first team all-league players in linebackers Kyle Haas (6-1, 218) and Kendall Norrod (5-11, 195). Couple those two with five other starters returning and the Eagles appear set on the defensive side of the ball.

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TEAM PREVIEW Very few teams posses the type of talent returning at the skill positions as Maize South. At quarterback, Colin Shields (6-1, 190) was a second team all-league selection last season, where he threw for over 1,300 yards and 10 touchdowns. Joining him in the backfield will be Hunter Niemann (5-11, 170), who was an honorable mention allleague running back. He ran for 856 yards and 11 touchdowns last season. Finally at receiver is Jake Johnson (6-0, 185), who also was an honorable mention all-league selection last season, where he caught 31 balls for 308 yards and two scores. The Mavericks also return three starters on the offensive line. On defense, there are just four starters returning, but of those is all-state linebacker, Brandon Bowles.

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TEAM PREVIEW Newton returns 15 starters, so there is an expectation of improvement. The problem is the difficulty of the schedule. Still, there is certainly enough talent to eclipse last season’s win total. Second team allleague wide receiver Peyton Maxwell (6-0, 165) caught 59 balls for 824 yards and nine touchdowns last year and will be the Railers top playmaker this year. Throwing to Maxwell will be returning quarterback Ben Schmidt (6-1, 180), who threw for over 1,800 yards and 12 touchdowns. On defense, linebacker Dehann Nelson (5-11, 200), who was second team all-league, will anchor a unit that returns seven starters.

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TEAM PREVIEW The Mustangs return just eight starters from a team that lost to Andover in the first round of the 5A playoffs. Their top returning player is defensive back Dakota Hogan (5-9, 174), who was a second team all-league selection last season. He had 48 tackles, an interception

and a touchdown last year. Linebacker Brooks Burgoon (5-11, 180) and defensive lineman Rafael Serrano (6-3, 200) will also be key contributors on defense.

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TEAM PREVIEW A trio of all-league players will anchor Salina South’s defense. Defensive back A.J. Johnson (6-2, 185) was selected to the first team last year and will likely play on offense, too. Linebacker Carter Kirby (5-10, 176) was selected to the second team last year and interior lineman Kayson Dietz (5-11, 305) was on his way to being an all-league player last season before a torn hamstring ended his season after five games. On offense, junior running back, Brandt Cox (6-1 195), was forced into a starting job last year and made the most of it as he made second team all-league. Quarterback Terran Galloway (5-11, 168) played most of last year injured and Sellers thinks if he stays healthy, he could be in for a big year.

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TEAM PREVIEW Valley Center returns 12 players that either started or contributed last season, including second team allleague defensive back Hunter Sharp (5-10, 170), who recorded 110 tackles. Fellow defensive back Kade Wilson (5-10, 165), who recorded 44 tackles and five pass break-ups, and linebacker Tate Shurle (5-10, 180), who recorded 77 tackles, join Sharp in a formidable trio defensively. Quarterback Kaleb Harden (6-1, 180) threw for over 1,200 yards and eight touchdowns last season and three key targets return, including wide receiver Gabe Phillips (6-2, 205).

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TEAM PREVIEW Heights finished last season 3-6, but they were five points away from a winning season, as the Falcons lost two close games that could have altered their season. They return just nine starters this season, but two of those starters earned all-league honors last season on the defensive side of the ball. Amarion Wilkins (6-4, 190) was a second team all-league defensive end last season, while Maliq Little (5-8, 170) was an honorable mention

Maize South all-league linebacker. Wilkins registered 43 tackles and 2.5 were for a loss, while Little had 57 tackles and two were for a loss. On the offensive side of the ball, John Randle (6-0, 175), who played a significant role as a freshman, was a second team all-league selection last year, where he rushed for 708 yards and eight touchdowns.

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TEAM PREVIEW Northwest has gone 24-2 over the past two seasons with losses in the 5A Championship game each time. With five players returning that are garnering Division I interest, 2020 might be the year the Grizzlies breakthrough. Offense has been Northwest’s calling card the past two seasons, as it averaged nearly 52 points

per game a year ago. All-state running back Julius Bolden (5-11, 195), who rushed for 1,567 yards and 29 touchdowns, is back. Outside of that, plenty of newcomers will need to emerge. However, the defense is loaded with returning players. First team all-state defensive end Zac Daher (64, 245) will anchor the front four. He recorded 50 tackles last year, 12.5 of which were for a loss. He also registered seven sacks. Defensive back Wetu Kalomo (6-0, 175) was also a first team all-state player last year. He intercepted eight passes and deflected 13 more. Also back are defensive lineman Nathan Carter (6-2, 240) and defensive back Todric McGee (6-0, 190), both of which were first team all-league players.

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most wins in City League history, inherits plenty of talent from last season’s 2-7 team. Quarterback Andrew Gimino (5-9, 160) threw for nearly 1,000 yards and nine touchdowns last year, while rushing for two more. Gimino will have two of his top targets back to throw to in honorable mention all-league selections Tiger Jones (6-1, 180) and Cale Curtis (5-10, 170). They combined for 41 receptions, over 600 yards and five touchdowns. Several starters

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TEAM PREVIEW Head coach Brad Nicks is optimistic this group can rebound from the 0-9 season in 2019. With several new faces on the roster and a solid core of leaders with experience, coach Nicks said his team should improve with each game. “We have a hard-working group of men this year and I am excited to watch them grow and get better each week,” said Nicks. Karsen Loader (6-1, 215, Sr.) was 1st Team Defensive Line and Honorable Mention on the offensive line at center. He sets the tone for the Cowboys. Other players to watch include Robbie Keener (Sr.) who may see time at QB, Brandon Parker (6-3, 220, Sr.) at tackle and DE, Camden Meeks (5-10, 145, Sr.) at wide out and corner, Devan Fouliard (Sr.), Brenton Reiff (6-2, Jr.) at RB and Kaleb Becker (Jr.) who was a 1st

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TEAM PREVIEW Andover Central graduated a talented senior class last year that set the school record in wins, as well as over a dozen other records. The Jaguars will still be strong along their offensive line, where first team all-league Drew Daniels (6-2, 235) returns, as well as Landon Coy (6-2, 260). Running behind that line will be leading returning rusher, Jacob Rees (5-10, 190), who will also be one of Central’s top defensive players at linebacker. While the talent will be young and relatively unproven, the cupboard is far from bare for the Jaguars.

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TEAM PREVIEW The Bulldogs return 17 starters from last season’s team that won two playoff games before falling to McPherson in the 4A Quarterfinals. The strength of Ark City’s team will be its offensive and defensive lines. Max Shannon (6-0, 280) was a unanimous first team all-league offensive lineman last year, while Taviahn Mack (6-1, 290) was also a unanimous first team choice. Jarrett Brooks (6-0, 270) joins Shannon on the offensive line. Owen Bucher (5-10, 170)

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TEAM PREVIEW Augusta returns 16 starters off last year’s team that defeated Coffeyville in the

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SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Goddard Sep. 11 – At Andover Central Sep. 18 – H Winfield Sep. 25 – At El Dorado Oct. 2 – At Augusta Oct. 9 – H McPherson Oct. 16 – H Wellington Oct. 23 – At Circle LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 8-3 2018 – 5-5 2017 – 7-3 2016 – 11-2 2015 – 10-1

TEAM PREVIEW The Crusaders return just six starters from last year, so they will need inexperienced

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SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Coffeyville Sep. 11 – H El Dorado Sep. 18 – At Circle Sep. 25 – At Rose Hill Oct. 2 – H Buhler Oct. 9 – H Winfield Oct. 16 – At Abilene Oct. 23 – At McPherson

first round of the 4A playoffs. The Orioles figure to be a run-first offense with second team all-league running back Ryan Andrews (6-0, 215) returning. Augusta also returns second team all-league offensive lineman Zack Timberlake (6-3, 225) and Nate Volkman (6-5, 290), who was honorable mention all-league, to create space for Andrews. On defense, a pair of defensive backs will be the focal point. Ely Wilcox (6-5, 210) earned second team all-league honors last season, while Duke Lichlyter (6-0, 180) was honorable mention.

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CLASS 4A underclassmen to step up. Luckily for Buhler one of those returning starters is first team all-league running back Sam Elliott (5-7, 150). Tight end Bo Van Bruggen (6-2, 185) and offensive lineman Trevor Cooper (6-3, 300) will lead the blocking for Elliott. Quarterback Bradley Neill (5-11, 155), who was an honorable mention all-league selection, is also back for the Crusaders. First team all-league defensive lineman James Blick (5-10, 175) is the only starter returning on defense.

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TEAM PREVIEW Clothier thinks the program is starting to gain some momentum as this year’s senior class has been with him since he took over in 2017. Jake Shaults (6-4, 210), who was an honorable mention all-league performer at wide receiver and defensive end, is the Thunderbirds’ top returner. Fellow seniors Cort Ott (6-0, 185) and Lukas Rogers (6-0, 170 are also back at linebacker and defensive back, respectively. Juniors Dylan Bougher (5-10, 160) returns at running back and defensive back, while Sam Uhlman (6-2, 225) is back along the defensive line.

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SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Chanute Sep. 11 – H McPherson Sep. 18 – H Augusta Sep. 25 – At Mulvane Oct. 2 – At Winfield Oct. 9 – H Independence Oct. 16 – At El Dorado Oct. 23 – H Buhler

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LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-8 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 0-9 2016 – 1-8 2015 – 0-9

ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION III SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Independence Sep. 11 – At Augusta Sep. 18 – At Labette County Sep. 25 – H Buhler Oct. 2 – At McPherson Oct. 9 – H Wellington Oct. 16 – H Circle Oct. 23 – At Winfield LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 2-7 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 4-5

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TEAM PREVIEW There is plenty of optimism surrounding the El Dorado football program, as 18 starters return. Running back Zach Wittenburg (6-2, 190) was an honorable mention all-league selection last season and rushed for 4.49 yards per carry. His health is critical to the Wildcats’ success, as he missed three games last season to an ankle injury. He will run behind two honorable mention allleague lineman in sophomore Michael Riddle (5-10, 187) and senior Dez Stitt (5-10, 190). Sophomore quarterback Gannon White (6-2, 190) started every game as a freshman last season and is expected to take great strides this season.

MCPHERSON BULLPUPS

ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION III COACH: JACE PAVLOVICH, SIXTH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Salina South Sep. 11 – At Circle Sep. 18 – H Great Bend Sep. 25 – At Winfield Oct. 2 – H El Dorado Oct. 9 – At Buhler Oct. 16 – At Mulvane Oct. 23 – H Augusta LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 11-1

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TEAM PREVIEW If McPherson has a successful offensive season, it will be due to its offensive line, which is the unquestioned strength of the unit. First team all-leaguer Jonah Scott (6-2, 267), second team all-leaguer Blade Anderson (6-1, 215) and honorable mention all-leaguer Dakota Istas (6-2, 270) are all back. The Bullpups must find a dependable quarterback and running back to go with a trio of starters at receiver returning, including second team all-league performer Trey Buckbee (6-3, 174). McPherson returns just five starters on defense and will need to find replacements for all-state defensive linemen Cody Stufflebean and Mason Thrash. Honorable mention all-state linebacker Brycen Lebertew (5-11, 190) will be the anchor, while all-league defensive backs Jayton Alexander (5-9, 160) and Jayden Dukes are also back.

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TEAM PREVIEW Mulvane graduated 17 seniors off last season’s team that lost in the second round of the playoffs. The Wildcats will need their inexperienced players to emerge into key roles if they want to win a playoff game again. The good thing for Mulvane though is it

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CLASS 4A returns three important skill position players on offense. Quarterback Mason Ellis (6-2, 175) was an honorable mention all-league selection last season, as was running back Tanner Claar (6-1, 195) and wide receiver Hunter Seier (6-0, 175). Returning from injury is offensive lineman Hunter Scott (5-10, 285), who was out most of the season with a concussion.

ROSE HILL ROCKETS

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TEAM PREVIEW The Rockets boast a future Division-I offensive linemen in Noah Bolticoff (6-5, 285), who committed to TCU. Gary Tran (5-10, 210), Tristan Calef (6-2, 235) and Dalton Dockers (6-2, 260) are also back up front and have started throughout their careers. Rose Hill also returns wide receiver Spencer Nolan (5-8, 165) and tight end Bryce Bischler (6-2, 190). The key will be if quarterback Bryson Evans (6-0, 165), who got some reps last year, can emerge. Bischler is also a valuable asset on the defensive side of the ball. The linebacker core returns the most experience on defense with Bischler, Noah Parades (5-10, 175) and Brandon Kelly (6-0, 175).

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Andale Sep. 11 – At Clearwater Sep. 18 – At Collegiate Sep. 25 – H Augusta Oct. 2 – At Wellington Oct. 9 – H Mulvane Oct. 16 – H Winfield Oct. 23 – At Independence LAST 5 YEARS:

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COACH: ZANE AGUILAR, FIFTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Clearwater Sep. 11 – At Collegiate Sep. 18 – At Andale Sep. 25 – H Labette County Oct. 2 – H Rose Hill Oct. 9 – At El Dorado Oct. 16 – At Buhler Oct. 23 – H Mulvane

WINFIELD VIKINGS

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TEAM PREVIEW Wellington must get production from its senior class in order to have success in 2020. The most decorated of those seniors is Kenny Fehrman (6-3, 253), who made second team all-league as a defensive lineman.

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Ark City Sep. 11 – H Labette County Sep. 18 – At Buhler Sep. 25 – H McPherson Oct. 2 – H Circle Oct. 9 – At Augusta Oct. 16 – At Rose Hill Oct. 23 – H El Dorado LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-4

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TEAM PREVIEW Winfield returns just seven starters from last season’s team that won a 4A playoff game. Second team allleague wide receiver Braden Ledford (5-10, 150), who also was an honorable mention defensive back, is the Vikings top returning player. Outside of Ledford, Winfield will need others who played considerable snaps last season to continue to improve. Trent Beckwith (5-10, 160) will join Ledford at the receiver and defensive back positions. Another skilled position player the Vikings are excited about his senior running back Trevin Biddle (5-8, 180). On defense, linebacker Audrik Parker (5-10, 175) and defensive lineman Gabe Heger (5-9, 200) return.

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people out there who care about everyone’s safety and are actually trying to help everyone in our school’s lives and live a safe and happy life,” said Wilson. Also involved in STUCO, CTC, and Sign Language Club, somehow Wilson finds the time to also play volleyball and softball. Away from school you can usually find Wilson hitting a few balls in the cages or just hanging out with friends. “I enjoy going to the softball cages and getting better as a teammate to help us through our hard times, I also enjoy spending time with my friends and making amazing memories with them,” said Wilson. The sophomore offers this advice to other students looking to join a worthwhile club.

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To say the development and completed construction of a new field at Wichita South was a team effort is an understatement. Former Athletic Director Kyle Haught was instrumental in getting this project off the ground. Current Athletic Director John Martin came in to help insure this project was completed and the student athletes of South are reaping the benefits of their work. “The 12 year old turf was replaced and the work was completed in early June. Custom colors soccer lines and end zones were a addition in the design process. Hellas has state of the art playing surface and the new drain system that was installed will ensure the field will be able to withstand all the Kansas weather can throw at it,” said AD John Martin.

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COACH: DYLAN SCHMIDT, FOURTH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Rose Hill Sep. 11 – H Mulvane Sep. 18 – H Wellington Sep. 25 – At Halstead Oct. 2 – H Hesston Oct. 9 – At Wichita Trinity Oct. 16 – H Clearwater Oct. 23 – At Collegiate LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 13-3 2018 – 11-1 2017 – 12-1 2016 – 8-2 2015 – 9-3

TEAM PREVIEW The Indians return six starters on defense; a unit that allowed just 7.3 points per game a year ago. Leading the way will be second team all-league linebacker Jake Engelbrecht (5-8, 190). While the offense only returns four starters, they are four very impactful starters as three of them were all-state performers a year ago. Running back Eli Rowland (5-10, 160) rushed for 1,273 yards and 22 touchdowns last year and figures to be one of the top running backs in the state this year. Noah Meyer (5-8, 165) spent time at running back last year, but will be Andale’s starting quarterback this year. Two of the primary blockers in Andale’s run-heavy system will be tight end Caden Parthemer (6-0, 190) and offensive lineman Cayden Winter (6-0, 220).

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TEAM PREVIEW The Fighting Irish faithful have plenty to be excited about coming into the 2020 season. Several starters return on offense including QB Trevor Erickson (6-2, 185, Sr.). The senior will also play free safety on defense. He will look for David Schoby (5-10, 150, Sr.) and Camden Liebau (62, 165, Jr.) at wide receiver. Trevor Mead (5-10, 155, Jr.) starts at running back with Eli Reigel (5-9, 185, Jr.) at fullback. The offensive line features Colt Sell (6-1, 265, Jr.), Keegan Craig (5-9, 185, Jr.) and Troy Body (6-3, 270, So.). Look for Lawrence Smith (5-10, 160, Sr.) and Tate Milton (5-10, 200, Jr.)

at linebacker and David Morgan (5-10, 205, Jr.) at DL. Other players to watch include Kyler Welling (5-9, 155, Sr.), Torin Cavanaugh (6-2, 180, Jr.) at TE, Ryan Hengelmuhle (5-10, 180, Sr.), Jon Jenkins (6-3, 205, Sr.) and Duncan Gay (5-9, 145, Jr.) at WR.

CHENEY CARDINALS

CENTRAL PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: SHELBY WEHRMAN, FOURTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Kingman Sep. 11 – At Belle Plain Sep. 18 – At Garden Plaine Sep. 25 – H Hugoton Oct. 2 – H Pratt Oct. 9 – At Holcomb Oct. 16 – At Nickerson Oct. 23 – H Larned

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CLAY CENTER TIGERS

NORTH CENTRAL KANSAS LEAGUE COACH: MARC HENRY, FIRST SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Abilene Sep. 11 – At Jefferson West Sep. 18 – At Wamego Sep. 25 – H Riley County Oct. 2 – H Concordia Oct. 9 – At Chapman Oct. 16 – H Marysville Oct. 23 – At Council Grove LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 7-4 2016 – 5-5 2015 – 4-5

TEAM PREVIEW The Tigers return several starters to the lineup this season including Logan Mullin (5-10, 210, Sr.) at running back. Mullin was an All-League back last season and is expected to have similar numbers in 2020. Morgan Siebold (6-3, 220, Sr.), Kale Hauserman (6-2, 295, Sr.) and Tillman Hartner (5-11, 250, Sr.) anchor the offensive line. Quarterback Blake Frederick (5-10, 210, Sr.) will benefit from having a big line and Mullin at RB. Frederick could have his best season call the shots for the

Tigers. Also look for Lane Mussleman (6-0, 170, Jr.) on the defensive side of the ball in the secondary. Keegan McDonald (5-10, 220, Sr.) will start at linebacker giving the Tigers another ball-hawk on defense. Tough game loom on the schedule with Marysville and Riley County, both will be played at home.

CLEARWATER INDIANS

ARK VALLEY-CHISHOLM TRAIL LEAGUE, DIVISION IV COACH: JEREMY SCHEUFLER, THIRD SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Wellington Sep. 11 – H Rose Hill Sep. 18 – At Mulvane Sep. 25 – H Wichita Trinity Oct. 2 – At Halstead Oct. 9 – H Collegiate Oct. 16 – At Andale Oct. 23 – H Hesston LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 7-3 2018 – 4-5 2017 – 2-9 2016 – 3-6 2015 – 3-7

TEAM PREVIEW Clearwater’s 2020 prospects starts and ends with allstate quarterback Tanner Cash (6-2, 210). Due to injury, Cash played in just six games last season, but his numbers were eyepopping in those contests. He threw for nearly 1,200 yards and rushed for almost 900 more, while accounting for 20 touchdowns. Cash’s health will be key for the Indians. Three starters also return on Clearwater’s offensive line. The Indians’ defense returns seven starters from last season, including second team allleague lineman, Sean Harris (6-3, 250) and honorable mention all-league defensive back Dalen Ankerholz (6-1, 155).

NORTH CENTRAL KANSAS LEAGUE COACH: JORDAN ECHER, SECOND YEAR

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Wamego Sep. 11 – At Abilene Sep. 18 – At Beloit Sep. 25 – H Council Grove Oct. 2 – At Clay Center Oct. 9 – At Marysville Oct. 16 – H Riley County Oct. 23 – H Chapman LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 5-5 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 4-5 2016 – 1-8 2015 – 7-4

TEAM PREVIEW The Panthers return a lot of experienced players, including many sophomores who played varsity minutes last year according to coach Echer. Skill positions will be a strength this year as players like Hunter Schroeder (Sr.) return to the lineup. Schroeder starts at running back where he was 1st Team All-NCKL and Honorable Mention at linebacker. Chas Carlgren (Sr.) is a tight end/middle linebacker the Panthers are excited to see in 2020. Carlgren was named 1st Team All-NCKL at WR and MLB. Other players to watch include Dylan Thoman (Sr.), Keyan Miller (Jr.), Dalton Owen (Jr.), and Shelby Giersch (Jr.).

HALSTEAD DRAGONS

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TEAM PREVIEW With three all-league players returning on defense, Halstead once again has a core to be a formidable unit. The Dragons allowed 15 points per game last season. Linebacker Doug Grider (6-2, 235) led Halstead in tackles last season with 127 and he also recorded 13.5 tackles for a loss and 4.5 sacks. Safety Lakin Farmer (6-0, 175) led the Dragons with seven interceptions. Defensive lineman Cole Herman (6-4, 275) will anchor up front. Farmer will also be Halstead’s quarterback again. He rushed for 748 yards and 11 touchdowns last season. Grider and Herman will also be starters on an experienced offensive line.

HESSTON SWATHERS

CENTRAL KANSAS LEAGUE COACH: TYSON BAUERLE, FOURTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Haven Sep. 11 – H Hillsboro Sep. 18 – At Pratt Sep. 25 – H Collegiate Oct. 2 – At Andale Oct. 9 – H Halstead Oct. 16 – At Wichita Trinity Oct. 23 – At Clearwater LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 7-2 2018 – 6-4 2017 – 8-4 2016 – 11-4 2015 – 8-2

TEAM PREVIEW With first team all-league offensive lineman Owen O’Halloran (5-9, 210) returning, along with two other starters, Hesston’s front line will be as good as any in 3A. On the outside, the Swathers also return a plethora of playmakers

Tanner Cash including first team all-league receivers Ben Bollinger (6-4, 185) and Brady Cox (5-8, 150). The big question for Hesston is who takes over the quarterback position after Ryan Eilert graduated. There will be three different players vying for the spot. On defense, the Swathers return six starters and two other rotational players. O’Halloran at defensive line, Cox at linebacker and Bollinger at defensive back gives Hesston a trio to build on.

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TEAM PREVIEW The focal point for Nickerson’s 2020 campaign will be its offensive and defensive line where five of nine starters return. On the offensive line, Eric Maleki (6-0, 215), who was

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with 21 touchdowns. As a linebacker he recorded 35 total tackles. Look for Sterling Harp (5-10, 225, Sr.) at center on offense and tackle on defense. He graded out the top linemen last season and is

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CLASS 3A a second team all-league selection, is back. Fellow returning starters Matt Malone (6-0, 190) and Sam Logan (5-10, 190) will also anchor the line. Logan also started on the defensive line last year. Alex Yott (5-9, 210) was an all-league second team defensive lineman last year, but he is switching to linebacker this year due to a scheme change to the 4-2-5 base defense. Connor Damato (5-10, 175) is the only returning skill player, so the Panthers will need inexperienced players to step up.

the Vikings’ offense last year and he is back to do the same this year. While he threw for just three touchdowns, he was an integral part of leading Smoky Valley’s I-Formation scheme. Maybe just as important for the Vikings’ offense is the return of four offensive linemen: Kort Sjogren (6-0, 190), Skyler Hopkins (6-0, 205), Brandon Malm (6-1, 260), Tanner Luttig (5-8, 205). Tight end Haven Lysel-Stewart (6-4, 200) is also back to help along the line.

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COACH: TIM LAMBERT, FIFTH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Halstead Sep. 11 – H Haven Sep. 18 – At Hillsboro Sep. 25 – H Colby Oct. 2 – At Goodland Oct. 9 – At Scott City Oct. 16 – H SE of Saline Oct. 23 – At Russell LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 10-1 2017 – 9-2 2016 – 8-3 2015 – 2-7

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COACH: TROY BLACK, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Mulvane Sep. 11 – H Wellington Sep. 18 – H Rose Hill Sep. 25 – At Hesston Oct. 2 – H Trinity Oct. 9 – At Clearwater Oct. 16 – At Halstead Oct. 23 – At Andale LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-4 2018 – 7-3 2017 – 5-5 2016 – 7-4 2015 – 13-1

receptions on his way to a second team all-league selection last year. Throwing to Fair will be Nate Vogeli (5-10, 190), who was also the team’s second leading rusher. Jacob Chugg (5-11, 190) was an honorable mention all-league running back last season, but he is moving to receiver this year. Chugg and Vogeli were also second team all-league defenders last season, joining standout defensive end Michael Fair (6-0, 200). Staying healthy will go a long way in determining how successful the Spartans will be this season.

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TEAM PREVIEW A trio of position players gives Collegiate plenty of optimism heading into the 2020 season. Sophomore wide receiver Wesley Fair (6-2, 190) led the team in

TEAM PREVIEW The Knights return six starters on both offense and defense, but most of their team is going to be young and inexperienced. Trinity has five returning on defense that were some of the team’s best tacklers last season. Senior David

Spencer led the team in individual tackles last season with 44. Fellow senior Fontaine Dixon led the team in total tackles with 76. Junior Elliott Cozine registered 35 tackles last season. Senior linebacker Jack Adams will be a four-year letterman, while junior Keshawn Martin will be a three-year letterman.

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TEAM PREVIEW Seven starters return on offense for Smoky Valley, which bodes well for a team that scored a combined 90 points in its final two games last season. Quarterback Jake Lucas (6-0, 175) led

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CLASS 2A linebackers—Alec Pfaff (6-3, 175), Kaden Harding (6-3, 175) and Dallton Blair (6-0, 185)—will be counted on to be the anchors of the defense.

BELOIT TROJANS NCAA

COACH: BRAD GOBER, 4TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Republic County Sep. 11 – At Southeast by Saline Sep. 18 – H Concordia Sep. 25 – H Ellsworth Oct. 2 – H Phillipsburg Oct. 9 – At Norton Oct. 16 – H Minneapolis Oct. 23 – At Hoisington LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 7-4 2018 – 6-4 2017 – 6-3 2016 – 6-3 2015 – 7-3

TEAM PREVIEW Head coach Brad Gober has a young coming into the 2020 season after losing 12 seniors to graduation a year ago. Several sophomores gained valuable experience last year and will make significant contributions this season. Grady Seyfert (6-2, 255, So.) started every game as a freshman so he’s not your typical sophomore on the offensive line. Braden Burk (5-9, 205, Jr.) was named All-League last season and is a two-year starter. Cameron Konkel (5-9, 215, Jr.) rounds out the top returning offensive linemen. Look for Jackson Rexroat (5-10, 165, Jr.) at RB/ LB this season and Hunter Prochaska, a state champion wrestler, on the defensive line. Brennan Walker will play TE/DE after starting at the positions last year. Caylen Chancellor has excellent speed and is primed for a breakout season. Others to watch include Brycn Corbett (Sr.), Owen Eilert (Jr.) and Branson Hiserote (So.).

BELLE PLAINE DRAGONS

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COACH: COLTON KOENIGS, SECOND SEASON

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TEAM PREVIEW Belle Plaine had its best season in over a decade last season and the hope is with the return of 10 key players that success carries over. Eli Wiseman (5-10, 160), who was a first team all-league defensive back and second team all-league flex, returns for the Dragons. Joining Wiseman on offense is Austin Hilton (6-2, 175), who was also a first team all-league performer last year. Hilton was also an honorable mention all-league selection defensive back. Another key returner on offense is Caleb Steele (5-10, 180) at running back. On defense, Tim Bible (6-2, 185) is back at defensive back and Jaxson Carriker (6-1, 175) at defensive line.

BLUESTEM LIONS TRI-VALLEY

COACH: ETHAN HAWORTH, SECOND YEAR

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Humboldt Sep. 11 – At Cherryvale Sep. 18 – At Eureka Sep. 25 – H Anthony-HarperChaparral Oct. 2 – At Belle Plaine Oct. 9 – H Douglass Oct. 16 – At Kingman Oct. 23 – H Garden Plain LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-8 2018 – 1-8 2017 – 3-6 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 1-8

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Independent Sep. 11 – H Cheney Sep. 18 – H Hutchinson Trinity Sep. 25 – At Kingman Oct. 2 – H Bluestem Oct. 9 – At Chaparral Oct. 16 – At Garden Plain Oct. 23 – H Douglass LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 8-2

TEAM PREVIEW Head coach Ethan Haworth admits when the Lions take the field this season it will be with a younger, more inexperienced team than last year. However most of the sophomores playing this year earned a lot of playing time and starting positions

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Austin Hilton as a freshman. “Our schedule this year should prove to be a good challenge for us. As we play multiple great teams/ coaches in our league games as well as district. However, I think our boys are up to the challenge. They are pushing each other to get better everyday,” said coach Haworth. Two four-year starters will help lead the team this season. Mike Harrison (6-1, 215, Sr.) and Kendall Keeton (5-8, 150, Sr.) have big roles to fill this year. Also look for Landen Wilson (5-9, 140, Jr.) was an Honorable Mention All-State DB last year.

CHAPARRAL ROADRUNNERS

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COACH: JORDAN MOSHIER, SECOND SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Wichita Trinity Sep. 11 – At Hutchinson Trinity Sep. 18 – H Sterling Sep. 25 – At Bluestem Oct. 2 – At Garden Plain Oct. 9 – H Belle Plaine Oct. 16 – At Douglass Oct. 23 – H Sterling LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-5 2018 – 7-3 2017 – 6-3 2016 – 9-3 2015 – 6-3

TEAM PREVIEW Chaparral returns seven starters on offense and defense from a team that lost by just three to Belle Plaine in the first round of the 2A playoffs last season. Of those 14 starters though, only one player, Jack Francis (5-9, 155), was an all-league selection last season. Francis, who is a sophomore, was a second team all-league defensive back and an honorable mention all-league flex player. He registered 60 tackles and three interceptions on defense and ran for 441 yards and six touchdowns on offense. The Roadrunners’ three

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COACH: KELLY SAYAHNEJAD, SIXTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Remington Sep. 11 – H Haven Sep. 18 – At Wichita Trinity Sep. 25 – H Garden Plain Oct. 2 – H Kingman Oct. 9 – At Bluestem Oct. 16 – H Chaparral Oct. 23 – At Belle Plaine LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 7-2 2017 – 3-7 2016 – 3-8 2015 – 2-7

TEAM PREVIEW Douglass returns 13 starters and 25 lettermen from last year’s team, including a pair of players who will lead the defense. Defensive back Cole Martin (6-2, 170) was a second team all-league player last year, where he registered 80 tackles and an interception. Linebacker Hunter Glaves (5-10, 160) was an honorable mention all-league player last year. He was third on the team in tackles with 65 and also recovered three fumbles, which was tops on the team. Martin will also be the Bulldogs’ quarterback, where he had 859 all-purpose yards and 11 touchdowns last season. Also back on offense is Matt Reynolds (5-9, 145), who rushed for 334 yards and three touchdowns.

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SCHEDULE: Sep.4 – H Sacred Heart Sep. 11 – H Republic County Sep. 18 – At Southeast of Saline Sep. 25 – At Beloit Oct. 2 – H Norton Oct. 9 – At Hoisington Oct. 16 – H Phillipsburg Oct. 23 – At Minneapolis

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TEAM PREVIEW The Bearcats of Ellsworth lost several key players to graduating, but head coach Josh Homolka expects his team to continue to work hard and progress each day. “We lost the bulk of our starting roster to graduation, but this provides a great opportunity for those who have been waiting in the wings,” said Homolka. Avery Haxton (Sr.) has been All-Conference a couple of times during his career at Ellsworth. Extremely intelligent with a tremendous work ethic, Haxton is a tough players expected to make major contributions. Luke Sharp (Sr.) brings size and speed to the RB position. Trey Anderson (Sr.) is back after suffering a knee injury. Look for a breakout type effort from Anderson. Brad Vopat (Jr.) has seen significant playing time and could have his best year on the field yet. Also look for Eryk Andalon (Sr.) at LB or safety. His toughness can set the tone for the defense.

GARDEN PLAIN OWLS

CENTRAL PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: DAN ADLEHARDT, FIRST SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Conway Springs Sep. 11 – At Sterling Sep. 18 – H Cheney Sep. 25 – At Douglass Oct. 2 – H Chaparral Oct. 9 – At Kingman Oct. 16 – H Belle Plaine Oct. 23 – At Bluestem LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 10-1 2018 – 6-4 2017 – 7-2 2016 – 10-2 2015 – 9-2

CLASS 2A TEAM PREVIEW If Garden Plain is to replicate last season’s success, its defense will go a long way in determining that. The Owls return eight starters from last season’s team that gave up 15 points per game during their first eight games of the season. Anthony Hays (6-0, 200) was a first team all-league linebacker last season where he led the team with 68 tackles, while also intercepting two passes and recovering a fumble. Defensive lineman Timmy Gallagher (6-0, 205), who was an honorable mention allleague selection, also returns. He finished with 19 tackles, three of them for a loss, and a sack. While the offense only brings back three players, two of them were all-league performers, including Hays at offensive line. Trander Daerr (6-0, 180) was a first team running back and he rushed 453 yards and six touchdowns.

HAVEN WILDCATS

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COACH: DREW THALMANN, SECOND SEASON THOMAS COOPRIDER, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Hesston Sep. 11 – H Smoky Valley Sep. 18 – At Larned Sep. 25 – At Marion Oct. 2 – At Hillsboro Oct. 9 – H Lyons Oct. 16 – At Hutchinson Trinity Oct. 23 – H Sterling LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-5 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 2-7 2016 – 1-8 2015 – 1-8

TEAM PREVIEW The Wildcats return 17 of 22 starters off last year’s team that won four games, which was the second-highest win total for the program since 2004. Both the offensive and defensive lines will be the strength for Haven and leading the way will be Hunter Barlow (6-3, 295), who was an honorable mention all-league selection at both positions last year. Skylar Shingleton (6-0, 165), who made second team all-league, is back at wide receiver and defensive back. On defense, honorable mention all-league choices Darby Roper (5-11, 160) in the backfield and Kaeton Loop (6-2, 245) at linebacker also

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HILLSBORO TROJANS CENTRAL KANSAS LEAGUE COACH: DEMETRIUS COX, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Nickerson Sep. 11 – At Hesston Sep. 18 – H Smoky Valley Sep. 25 – H Sterling Oct. 2 – At Haven Oct. 9 – H Marion Oct. 16 – H Lyons Oct. 23 – At Hutchinson Trinity LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-4 2018 – 7-3 2017 – 1-8 2016 – 3-6 2015 – 0-9

TEAM PREVIEW Hillsboro returns 80 percent of its offense, including all five starters along the offensive line. All-league second team selection Matthew Potucek (5-11, 175) is also back for the Trojans. Replacing Matthew’s brother, Caleb, at running back will be one of the few areas of question once the season begins. On the defensive side of the ball, Hillsboro returns two players who made honorable mention all-league in defensive lineman Austin Rempel and defensive back Dillon Boldt, who also will be Potucek’s top target at receiver on offense.

KINGMAN EAGLES

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COACH: TANNER HAGEMAN, SECOND SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Cheney Sep. 11 – H Trinity Sep. 18 – At Marion Sep. 25 – H Belle Plaine Oct. 2 – At Douglass Oct. 9 – H Garden Plain Oct. 16 – H Bluestem Oct. 23 – At Chaparral LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 5-5 2016 – 3-6 2015 – 4-5

Austin Rempel 150) was a second team all-league defensive lineman last season. He recorded eight sacks in the last three games of the season after moving from cornerback to an outside line/linebacker position. Also on the defensive line will be Colby Schreiner (5-7, 160), who was an honorable mention all-league selection last season. He led the team in tackles. The third member of the defensive line is Austin Bell (6-2, 220), who tore his ACL in the fourth game of last season. Hageman believes he would have been an all-league player if he had stayed healthy. Also back on the defense is linebacker Seth Krehbiel (6-0, 175), who was an honorable mention all-league selection and is the tone setter for the unit.

LYONS LIONS

COACH: ANDY GWENNAP, 2ND SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 At Larned Sep. 11 – At Pratt Sep. 18 – At Nickerson Sep. 25 – H Trinity Oct. 2 – At Sterling Oct. 9 – H Haven Oct. 16 – At Hillsboro Oct. 23 – At Marion LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-8 2018 – 0-9 2017 – 0-9 2016 – 0-9 2015 – 3-7

TEAM PREVIEW Eight starters return to the lineup for head coach Andy Gwennap as the Lions look to flex some muscle on offense this season. Carl Crawford (5-9, 140, Jr.) gets the nod a QB and is capable of hurting you on the ground. Several guys will contribute to the flex offense. Wing backs Treyton Troyer (5-9, 140, Jr.) and Brian Bernhart (5-8, 150, Jr.) are shifty backs with excellent speed. Also look for Bryson Enfield (6-1, 165, Jr.) as the offense will mix things up with

2A TEAM PREVIEW Kingman moves down to Class 2A this year and with a quartet of quality defensive starters returning, the Eagles are optimistic about their season. Dalton Freund (5-10,

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Matthew Potucek fresh legs. Israel Rios (6-4, 215, Sr.) is a big target at wide receiver and Hayden Laymon (5-10, 250, Sr.) will anchor the offensive line. Crawford, Troyer, Enfield and Rios will all play defense. Rios starts at end with Enfield and Troyer playing LB. Crawford will start in the secondary. Also look for Wyatt Showalter (6-1, 180, Jr.) at linebacker with another two-way player in Bernhart.

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COACH: SHAUN CRAFT, THIRD SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Ell-Saline Sep. 11 – At Douglass Sep. 18 – H Kingman Sep. 25 – At Haven Oct. 2 – H Hutchinson Trinity Oct. 9 – At Hillsboro Oct. 16 – H Sterling Oct. 23 – H Lyons LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 2-7 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 8-3 2016 – 7-2 2015 – 7-2

TEAM PREVIEW Marion returns several contributors from last season’s team, but the most important returner is Todd Palic (6-2, 220), who was a first team allleague offensive and defensive lineman. Also back is Braedon Mercer (6-2, 165), who was an honorable mention all-league running back and a first team all-league kick returner. Seth Lanning (6-0, 160) returns at wide receiver and defensive back, while Jake Hess (5-11, 170) will contribute at

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NORTH CENTRAL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION COACH: TOM FLAX, 2ND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H SE of Saline Sep. 11 – At Riley County Sep. 18 – H Republic County Sep. 25 – At Norton Oct. 2 – H Hoisington Oct. 9 – At Phillipsburg Oct. 16 – At Beloit Oct. 23 – H Ellsworth LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-5 2018 – 4-5 2017 – 2-7 2016 – 1-8 2015 – 0-10

TEAM PREVIEW Head coach Tom Flax is optimistic about the upcoming season with good depth on the offensive and defensive lines. “We hope to make strides this season and build off of the momentum that was built late in 2019,” said Flax. Several players are competing for the QB spot left vacant by Derek Freel. Senior Daniel Watson (5-11, 170) rushed for 980 yards on 139 carries scoring nine touchdowns last year. His production is crucial for the Lions. Watson will also see time at LB. Gannon Cleveland (5-11, 185, Jr.) gets the nod at fullback giving the offense another option in the run game. John Nelson (5-11, 160, Sr.) starts at wide receiver and corner. Nelson could replace the top receiver lost to graduation. Trent Moeckel (5-10, 175, Sr.) is the roaming

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COACH: FARON KRAFT, 2ND SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Beloit Sep.11 – At Ellsworth Sep. 18 – At Minneapolis Sep. 25 – H Mauer Hill Prep Oct. 2 – At Riverside Oct. 9 – H St. Mary Oct. 16 – H ACCHS Oct. 23 – At Nemaha Central

Head coach Faron Kraft said the Buffs return their skill players on offense, but will replace most of the offensive line. Defensively they lost some key players, but return a good amount of talent. “Our offense carried us at times last year, but our defense is going to have to step up until we can put together our offensive line,” said Kraft. Cody Dahl (5-10, 165, Sr.) looks to quarterback the Buffs this season with running backs Kaleb Talkington (5-8, 150, Sr.) and Jared Baxa (5-10, 180, Sr.) adding a solid one-two punch. Tight end Tyler Stindt (6-0, 190, Sr.) figures into the passing game with Blake Aurand (6-3, 200, Jr.) at wide out. Other players to watch include Quintin Beeson (6-2, 220, Sr.) on the line, Nevan Benyshek (6-0, 180, Jr.) at RB, Brody Boyer (5-9, 150, Jr.) at QB and OL/LB Curtis Hansen (6-0, 170, Sr.).

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“I love my team because of the bond we’ve made. We have played together for many years and have all become so close. It is easy to play with each other when we all have the trust for each and every player as our team does,” said Mercer.

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This season Mercer has set a goal for himself to become a better athlete and leader.

“Physical goals do not matter to me as much as being a role model to the younger teammates who have more years to improve. My goal is to be the best player that I can be but also be the best teammate,” said Mercer.

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Poll Winner: Colin Jueneman Hanover High School Hanover High School senior Colin Jueneman loves competing. As a football player Jueneman loves how his team and teammates work hard to reach their goals. “What I love most is the overall intensity that we bring to a game, and how hard we work together for the same goal,” said Jueneman. Colin Jueneman has one goal this season, which really translates as a team goal. “A personal goal is to not leave any doubt in my mind that I didn’t leave it all out on the field. A team goal just like every other team is to win state and prove to everyone that we are the team to beat,” said

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Also a basketball, track and baseball athlete, Jueneman is focused on making this a football season to remember and an unforgettable senior year. Still unsure about his plans after he graduates, Jueneman is considering his options and could possibly play college ball. The foursport standout said he is thankful for his family who help him every step of the way.

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Poll Winner: Emmitt Jueneman Hanover High School Only a junior, Emmitt Jueneman is making a big impact on the Hanover High School football team. Jueneman is focused on team goals including making it to and winning a state championship. “I haven’t really set any personal goals other than just being better than I was yesterday. My goals for the team are to get back to the state championship and win,” said Jueneman. “The thing that I love most about my team is that we’re always working. We’re in

the weight room every day trying to better ourselves and get to where we want to be.”

Also a basketball and track athlete, Jueneman said he is thankful to be surrounded by a supporting family and teammates.

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CLASS 1A CONWAY SPRINGS CARDINALS CENTRAL PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: MATT BIEHLER, 12TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Garden Plain Sep. 11 – At Remington Sep.18 – H Elkhart Sep. 25 – H Ellinwood Oct. 2 – H Independent Oct. 9 – At Sublette Oct.16 – H Stanton County Oct. 23 – At Sedgwick LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 8-3 2018 – 10-1 2017 – 10-1 2016 – 7-2 2015 – 6-4

TEAM PREVIEW The Cardinals will have to replace a significant amount of talent that graduated, but the next man up has always been the philosophy for one of the state’s top programs. There is still plenty of talent coming back, however, especially on the defensive side. Jonathan Wright (6-2, 180) was a first team all-league linebacker last season, as he led the team with 83 tackles. Also back are two second team all-league players: defensive back Cole Schulte (5-11, 160), who led the Cardinals in interceptions with four and defensive lineman Logan Warren (5-11, 180) who led the Cardinals in tackles for loss with ten. Wright and Schulte will also be key components on offense. Wright scored eight touchdowns last season as a flex. Schulte is listed as an athlete, so he will play in multiple positions in the Cardinals’ offense.

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HEART OF AMERICA LEAGUE COACH: JOE ROCHE, FIRST SEASON

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TEAM PREVIEW Roche inherits a team that has significant talent returning on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Eli Hopkins (5-10, 195) was a first team all-league defensive end last season, as was fellow defensive lineman Jesus Calzada (5-10, 215). Carter Underwood (5-10, 200) was a second team all-league offensive lineman and defensive back Keenan Drees (5-9, 170) also made second team. Calzada also made the honorable mention all-league team as an offensive lineman.

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HEART OF AMERICA LEAGUE COACH: LANCE SAWYER, FIFTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Hutchinson Trinity Sep. 11 – H Ellinwood Sep. 18 – At Salina Sacred Heart Sep. 25 – At Oakley Oct. 2 – H Plainville Oct. 9 – At Ell-Saline Oct. 16 – H Remington Oct. 23 – H Smith Center LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-4 2018 – 6-5 2017 – 0-7 2016 – 3-6 2015 – 1-8

TEAM PREVIEW After one of its most successful seasons in recent memory, Inman is in good position to build off its six-win season with two first team all-league players returning: Dairien Dawes (6-1, 190) at offensive line, and Jace Doerkson (6-0, 165) at defensive back. Dawes was also a second team all-league selection at offensive line. Joining Doerkson at defensive back is Kyler Konrade (5-10, 175), who was an honorable mention all-league performer. Nate Shober (5-9, 160) returns at linebacker, where he is a three-year starter.

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Marion Sep. 11 – At Salina Sacred Heart Sep. 18 – H Oakley Sep. 25 – At Plainville Oct. 2 – H Sedgwick Oct. 9 – H Inman Oct. 16 – At Smith Center Oct. 23 – H Ellinwood LAST 5 YEARS:

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TEAM PREVIEW The Broncos return three players who played significant roles last year. Offensive and defensive lineman Braden Hays (5-11, 210) was an honorable mention all-league selection last season. Owen Thiel (5-8, 175) started at fullback and linebacker last year and McKee expects this season to be Thiel’s breakout one. Braden Scribner (5-10, 170) played several different positions last season and will be vying for the starting quarterback job this year. Junior running back David Fasnacht (5-11, 160) saw some playing time later in the season due to injuries and made the most of it as he averaged 6.4 yards per carry.

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HEART OF AMERICA LEAGUE COACH: JEFF WERNER, 14TH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Sterling Sep. 11 – At Wichita Independent Sep. 18 – H Sublette Sep. 25 – At Stanton County Oct. 2 – At Ell-Saline Oct. 9 – H Remington Oct. 16 – At Elkart Oct. 23 – H Sedgwick LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 9-1 2018 – 8-2 2017 – 5-4 2016 – 7-3 2015 – 9-1

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Compete for all four quarters to the best of your ability is the message from head coach Shane Richards. Coach Richards is invested in his players, wanting success not just on the field, but off as well. “We have a team that has had ups and downs and are ready for some success,” said Richards. Several seniors return including Gus Campa (6-1, 240) on the defensive line, Jerrett McMillian at WR/ CB, Mason Richards (6-1) on the offensive and defensive lines, Jared McCartney at RB/ SS, and Jacob Gormley who returns after taking 2019 off from football. Also look for sophomore Adrian Panuco (5-10) on the offensive line and possibly at middle linebacker.

TEAM PREVIEW The Cardinals return five starters from an offense that averaged nearly 42 points per game. Quarterback Lance Hoffsommer (6-2, 170), who was a first team all-league selection, returns, as well as big play wide receivers Henry Burns (5-10, 155) and Ryan Stucky (5-9, 160).

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Burns made the all-league first team, while Stucky made the second team. Senior Nolan Crumrine (5-9, 160) is also back at receiver. On the offensive line, Sam Culp (6-4, 210) and Coleman Kizser (6-1, 210) both are returning. Culp was a first team allleague selection, while Kizser made the second team.

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CENTRAL PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: ERIC SWENSON, FOURTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Belle Plaine Sep. 11 – H Sedgwick Sep. 18 – H Remington Sep. 25 – At Elkhart Oct. 2 – At Conway Springs Oct. 9 – At Salina Sacred Heart Oct. 16 – H Sublette Oct. 23 – At Stanton County LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 0-9 2018 – 0-9 2017 – 1-9 2016 – 3-7 2015 – 4-7

TEAM PREVIEW Numbers will be an issue for the Panthers as there has been some question as to whether they will have enough players to field a team. If Independent is able to play this season its most valuable players will be: offensive lineman and linebacker Graham Bermeister (6-0, 200), wide receiver and defensive back Bryson Toubassi (5-9, 170), quarterback and defensive back Jayvionte Whitaker (6-0, 170) and offensive lineman and linebacker Hank Ramsey (6-0, 175).

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Ideas are born from necessity. The uncertainty of the 2020 season left many booster clubs and athletic programs wondering what the new season would look like. It also left them wondering how they were going to raise money for the teams. Enter Kristen Goodnight and husband Alan Goodnight. Members of their sons’ high school football booster club, the typical fundraisers were no longer an option due to the situation with COVID-19, giving birth to Oz Esports, a gaming or esports tournament allowing teams to compete in an activity most are doing at home anyway. “My husband and I are highly involved with our sons’ high school football team and booster club. Early this spring and summer, due to Covid-19, we had to cancel our annual mulch sales and golf tournament, our two biggest fundraisers of the year. As a result, we developed this idea to raise money for the team that was safe, easy and fun,” said Kristen.

“The process is simple. The team or booster club will select a date and time for the event and the game or games they wish to play. Our team can have the tournament registration live and ready to promote within 24 hours,” said Kristen.

The fun factor for the athletes and parents is unlike any other and it gives the players an opportunity to bond in a unique way. Josh Wolfe, a junior on the Andover football team said, “the tournament was very fun to play in.” Feedback from the players and parents was nothing but positive.

“Our experience and feedback from the Andover High School football tournament was fantastic. It was not only fun and competitive but a great bonding activity

Setting up a tournament of this kind may seem like a daunting task, but Oz Esports handles everything from set up to custom graphics and marketing.

“Oz Esports will set up and manage the event, tailored to meet your teams’ specific needs. We will help you promote the tournament to your audience, by providing custom event graphics for social media, email templates and marketing strategies to ensure a successful event,” said Kristen.

There are many different types of games a team can use in tournament style play. Oz Esports allows the team to select the game or games they would like to use for the competition. “The team will pick the game or games they wish to play. Since Oz Esports can host the tournaments simultaneously, teams can pick up to three games (or options) for their event. This gives players more variety to choose the game they wish to play. And our multi-platform software allows players to participate on any gaming device,” said Kristen.

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To learn more about Oz Esports visit their website at OzEsports.net. Registration is done through PayPal. There is a minimal entry fee/donation to compete in the tournament and your registration is live within 24 hours.

“There is no upfront cost and the team is guaranteed 70 percent of the proceeds, which is about three-times the return of most traditional fundraisers. Once the event is completed, the team will receive its’ proceeds quickly, within five to seven business days,” said Kristen.

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There is no limit to the size of the team as the tournaments are set up in a 1 vs. 1 single elimination bracket format. Oz Esports can set up the tournament to be private or allow unlimited participation.

“Online gaming is the No. 1 entertainment choice among teens in 80 percent of U.S. households. Schools across the country

Unlike other fundraisers, Oz Esports makes the process simple and easy for parents and coaches. No more hauling pounds of food products or spending the afternoon at a hot golf tournament. It’s as simple as setting a date and spreading the word.

for the team. We also incentivize the players by providing cash and/or prizes to the winners,” said Kristen.

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The gaming community has reached new heights with high schools and universities creating Esports teams to compete and represent their schools. Oz Esports is capturing the most popular form of entertainment in today’s household.

are adding Esports programs and initiatives to their districts. So, given the popularity, it made sense to develop a fundraiser that was fun and competitive for teens, easy for parents and coaches, and profitable for the team,” said Kristen.

8-MAN DIVISION I BENNINGTON BULLDOGS HEART OF AMERICA COACH: BRYAN SHAMBURG, FIRST SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Wakefield Sep. 11 – At Washington County Sep. 18 – H Moundridge Sep. 25 – At Canton-Galva Oct. 2 – H Solomon Oct. 9 – At Little River Oct. 16 – H Lincoln Oct. 23 – At Herington LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-3 2018 – 5-4 2017 – 6-3 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 5-4

TEAM PREVIEW Bennington’s strength will undoubtedly be on the offensive and defensive lines, where multiple starters return. First team all-league offensive linemen Terren Andrews (6-0, 209) and Tryston Young (6-0, 223) return and both will be fixtures on the defensive line, as well. Also back on the defensive line is sack leader Kasyn Dunn (5-9, 175). The defense also returns honorable mention all-league defensive backs Brody Murk (5-8, 175) and Cayden Bauer (6-5, 175).

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TEAM PREVIEW The past two seasons, the Eagles have had as much playoff success as any team in the state. Last year, Canton-Galva scored a remarkable 66 consecutive points on its way to the school’s first state championship. Many players return from that team, including all-state wide receiver and defensive back Tyson Struber (6-3, 190). Also returning on defense is all-state linebacker Brandon Huff (6-0, 210). Rounding out the defensive returners is lineman Connor Koehn (6-4, 210). On offense, honorable mention all-state running back Brayden Collins (6-2, 210) is back, as well as offensive lineman Keaton Littrell (6-4, 210).

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COACH: ANTHONY BLAIR, EIGHTH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H South Haven Sep. 11 – At Dexter-Cedar Vale Sep. 18 – At Sedan Sep. 25 – At Chase County Oct. 2 – H Udall Oct. 9 – At Flinthills Oct. 16 – H Oxford Oct. 23 – At Madison

TEAM PREVIEW Last season was supposed to be a rebuilding year for Central Burden and while its record was not gaudy, the Raiders did make the playoffs. Blair’s hope this year is to use the playoff appearance as a springboard into a successful 2020 season. Returning on offense is Zarek Wilson (5-11, 175), who was an honorable mention all-league running back. Wilson ran for over 1,000 yards and eight touchdowns. Two key members of the offensive line also return in Cody Delaney (5-11, 225) and Alex Hood (6-0, 200).

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TWIN VALLEY LEAGUE DIVISION I COACH: RUSS STEINBROCK, 20TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Onaga Sep. 11 – H Little River Sep. 18 – At Wakefield Sep. 25 – H Burlington Oct. 2 – H Valley Falls Oct. 9 – H Doniphan West Oct. 16 – H Washington County Oct. 23 – At Maranatha Academy LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 9-1 2018 – 9-1 2017 – 7-2 2016 – 8-2 2015 – 2-7

TEAM PREVIEW Russ Steinbrock has been coaching at Clifton-Clyde for twenty season and has amassed an overall record of 122-73. This year the team is coming off a 9-1 effort and that success is fueling expectations after winning back-to-back district championships. Seven starters return on offense including Aiden

Aiden Rudolph Rudolph (6-1, 190, Sr.) at QB/RB. Rudolph will also play CB on defense. The offensive and defensive lines could be the strength of the team this season with Dillon Provost (5-8, 205, Sr.), Mason Ferron (5-9, 190, Sr.) and Douglas Koch (510, 175, Sr.) anchoring the lines up front. Also look for Dawson Girard (5-8, 145 Sr.) at WR/DB, Tee Koch (5-8, 150, Jr.) at RB/ DB and Jett Skocny (6-1, 150, Jr.) at WR/DB.

DEXTER/CEDAR VALE SPARTANS SOUTH CENTRAL BORDER LEAGUE

COACH: K.B. CRISS, 3RD SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Flinthills Sep. 11 – H Central Burden Sep. 18 – H Udall Sep. 25 – At Marmaton Valley Oct. 2 – H Yates Center Oct. 9 – At West Elk Oct. 16 – H Sedan Oct. 23 – At Oswego

TEAM PREVIEW Last season the Spartans put together a nice run that landed them in the playoffs, but a first round departure left the players, coaching staff and fans wanting more. This season coach K.B. Criss returns only three starters from that 7-1 squad, but he is confident that if they play up to their abilities and stay healthy, they should be very competitive this year. Brogan Myers (5-8, 190, Sr.) leads the way at RB/LB. Myers rushed for 1,153 yards on 79 carries scoring 21 TDs. Cole Criss (6-0, 180, Sr.) will start at QB and DE. A two-year starter, Criss has played multiple positions during his career and if one of the more versatile players in the conference. SI Killman (6-1, 170, Sr.) has the instincts to be outstanding at TE/ OLB. Also look for Parker Rock (6-0, Sr.) at OL/LB after starting last year. Other players to watch include Jordan Alexander (6-0, 165, Sr.) at WR/DB, Darius Casebolt (5-10, 130, Sr.) at WR/DB, Xavier Strong (6-2, 200, So.) at OL/DL, Anthony Priddy (6-0, 185, Sr.) at OL/DL, Bradyn Henderson (6-0, 175, Fr.) at TE/DE and Devonte Harris (6-0, 250, Fr.) at OL/DL.

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COACH: SHELBY HOOPES, FOURTH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Goessel Sep. 11 – H Rural Vista Sep. 18 – At Washington County Sep. 25 – H Bennington Oct. 2 – H Little River

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 2-7 2018 – 6-4 2017 – 5-6 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 8-3

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8-MAN DIVISION I FLINTHILLS MUSTANGS TWIN VALLEY LEAGUE COACH: DANIEL SCRIBNER, FIRST SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Dexter-Cedar Vale Sep. 11 – At Sedan Sep. 18 – At West Elk Sep. 25 – H Oxford Oct. 2 – At Chase County Oct. 9 – H Central Burden Oct. 16 – H Madison Oct. 23- At Udall LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-8 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 0-9 2016 – 0-9 2015 – 0-9

TEAM PREVIEW Flinthills has four core players returning that leaves the Mustangs optimistic they can begin to turn things around. Quarterback Hunter Lowmaster (6-2, 170) played sparingly as a freshman, but is expected to take a big step forward this year. At running back will be Brandon Gleason (5-8, 230), who Scribner describes as “a load to bring down.” Blocking for Lowmaster and Gleason will be offensive lineman Cael Sorum (6-0, 275) and fullback Gavin Girty (6-2, 220).

GOESSEL BLUEBIRDS

WHEAT STATE LEAGUE

COACH: GARRETT HIEBERT, NINTH SEASON

Brogan Myers Oct. 23 – H Bennington

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 5-4 2018 – 4-5 2017 – 2-7 2016 – 5-4 2015 – 3-6

TEAM PREVIEW The Bluebirds have played younger players for two years now, so they are now upperclassmen ready to take the program to the next step. There are four seniors that will play prominent roles this season: quarterback and linebacker Luke Wiens (58, 170), running back and defensive back Kale Funk (5-8, 155), offensive and defensive lineman Eddie Gaeddert (6-2, 190) and tight end and defensive end Nate Zogleman (6-0, 160). Those four players have been on the field for many important snaps over the past few seasons.

HERINGTON RAILROADERS

WHEAT STATE LEAGUE

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 0-9 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 3-6 2016 – 7-2 2015 – 0-9

TEAM PREVIEW With a new head coach, the Railroaders will have to quickly pick up a new offense and defense scheme. Herington will be set at running back as its top two performers return in Matthew Anschutz (5-9, 145) and Easton Idleman (5-11, 155). The two combined for 816 yards and six touchdowns last year. Also back is offensive lineman Kevin Gehrke (5-11, 205), who will be key for the Railroaders’ running game.

LINCOLN LEOPARDS

NORTHERN PLAINS LEAGUE

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SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Canton-Galva Sep. 11 – At Herington Sep. 18 – At Little River Sep. 25 – H Argonia-Attica Oct. 2 – H Moundridge Oct. 9 – At Fairfield Oct. 16 – H Pretty Prairie Oct. 23 – At Medicine Lodge

COACH: FARON KRAFT, 2ND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Centre Sep. 11 – H Goessel Sep. 18 – At Rural Vista Sep. 25 – H Solomon Oct. 2 – At Lincoln Oct. 9 – H Canton-Galva Oct. 16 – At Little River 68

COACH: DUSTIN PATEE, 3RD SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Tescott Sep. 11 – H Fairfield Sep. 18 – H Logan-Palco Sep. 25 – At Little River Oct. 2 – H Herrington Oct. 9 – At Solomon Oct. 16 – At Bennington Oct. 23 – H Canton-Galva

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WHEAT STATE LEAGUE

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COACH: JEREMIAH MEEKS, FOURTH SEASON

8-MAN DIVISION I SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Chase County Sep. 11 – H Macksville Sep. 18 – At Bennington Sep. 25 – At Medicine Lodge Oct. 2 – At Goessel Oct. 9 – H Argonia-Attica Oct. 16 – H Fairfield Oct. 23 – At Pretty Prairie LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-5 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 2-7 2016 – 3-7 2015 – 3-6

TEAM PREVIEW Corbin Unruh (5-10, 170) will be starting his third season at quarterback for Moundridge, where he will be the focal point of the offense. He had over 1,300 all-purpose yards last season, with 21 touchdowns. Also back on offense is wide receiver Jon Schlosser (6-2, 185) who had 447 yards and four touchdowns. Dalton Vogts (6-3, 250), who has started the past two seasons, will anchor the offensive line. All three players will make an impact on defense, as well as defensive backs Garret Dougherty (5-8, 150) and Anthony Everhart (5-8, 150).

OXFORD WILDCATS

SOUTH CENTRAL BORDER LEAGUE

COACH: SHAWN BURKES, 17TH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Caldwell Sep. 11 – H West Elk Sep. 18 – At ArgoniaAttica Sep. 25 – At Flinthills Oct. 2 – H Madison Oct. 9 – At Udall Oct. 16 – At CentralBurden Oct. 23 – H Chase County

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TEAM PREVIEW The Wildcats will play mostly sophomores this season, but the majority of those players received playing time last season. The two key seniors that return are fullback and linebacker Josh Smith (5-7, 165) and tight end and safety Colin Whitson (5-7, 160). If Oxford’s sophomore class can take a step forward, Burkes thinks the Wildcats can improve on the win total.

PRETTY PRAIRIE BULLDOGS HEART OF THE PLAINS

COACH: DENNIS DETTER, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Hutchinson Central Christian Sep. 11 – At St. John Sep. 18 – H Pratt-Skyline Sep. 25 – At Fairfield Oct. 2 – At Argonia-Attica Oct. 9 – H Medicine Lodge Oct. 16 – At Goessel Oct. 23 – H Moundridge LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 7-3 2016 – 6-3 2015 – 7-2

TEAM PREVIEW The Bulldogs went just 3-6 last season, but two all-league defensive players return, which should help the record. Defensive lineman Logan Detter (5-10, 170) was selected to the allleague first team, as was linebacker Kaleb Kruse (5-9, 165). On offense Lucas Detter (6-3, 190) will be the quarterback, while Adrian Payne (5-10, 190) will start at running back and Aaron Brewer (5-8, 195) will anchor the offensive line.

WHEAT STATE LEAGUE

COACH: MIKE KILGORE, FIRST SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Rural Vista Sep. 11 – H Wakefield Sep. 18 – H Centre Sep. 25 – At Herington Oct. 2 – At Bennington Oct. 9 – H Lincoln Oct. 16 – At Canton-Galva Oct. 23 – H Little River LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-2 2018 – 11-2 2017 – 5-4 2016 – 6-4 2015 – 10-2

TEAM PREVIEW A young, but eager team is what head coach Mike Kilgore will field this season as the Gorillas kick things off with some fresh faces in key roles. “We are going to be young on the field, but with that said the group of players we have will be assignment sound in what we do and they will give it all every play,” said coach Kilgore. Offensively the Gorillas will look to guys like Alex Herbal (60, 160, Sr.) and Nevante Farris (5-11, 135, Jr.) at QB as well as Spencer Coup (6-0, 145, Fr.). Running back Dylan Hynes (6-1, 180, Jr.) is a returning starter with Dawson Duryea (5-10, 160, Jr.) at tackle. Defensively look for Hynes at linebacker with Jarrett Baxa (5-10, 150, Jr.) and Duryea.

Scott Robinson (5-11, 165, So.) may start in the secondary with Coup. Herbal is returning to his free safety postion. Simon Smith (6-3, 175, Jr.) will play DE with Jacob Smith (6-4, 190, Jr.). Also look for Farris at DT.

UDALL EAGLES

SOUTH CENTRAL BORDER LEAGUE

COACH: WYATT WILLIAMS, 14TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H West Elk Sep. 11 – At ArgoniaAttica Sep. 18 – At Dexter-Cedar Vale Sep. 25 – At Madison Oct. 2 – At Central-Burden Oct. 9 – H Oxford Oct. 16 – At Chase County Oct. 23 – H Flinthills LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 4-5 2018 – 7-3

2017 – 5-5 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 5-4

TEAM PREVIEW Consistency will be key for the Eagles as often times last season they found themselves playing well for a half then playing poorly the other half. Dylan Bishop (5-9, 215), who was an all-league first team defensive lineman, is back this season. Bishop tore his ACL last year, but Williams thinks he is ready to go. Also back on defense is threeyear starting linebacker Issac Jirak (5-10, 175). Both Bishop (running back) and Jirak (tight end) will be factors on offense. Quarterback Trent Whiteman (6-2, 155) started the final two games of the season and racked up 359 yards in those two games.

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COACH: LUKE GREENWOOD, EIGHT SEASON; COREY MCFANN, FIRST SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Norwich Sep. 11 – H Udall (Argonia) Sep. 18 – H Oxford (Attica) Sep. 25 – At Goessel Oct. 2 – H Pretty Prairie (Argonia) Oct. 9 – At Moundridge Oct. 16 – H Medicine Lodge (Attica) Oct. 23 – At Fairfield LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 5-5 2018 – 7-4 2017 – 6-3 2016 – 7-3 2015 – 12-1

TEAM PREVIEW The Titans graduated 75 percent of their offense, so finding playmakers and signal-callers will be crucial. On the other hand, many defensive starters return including two of the top tacklers in the state in linebackers Blake Goodman (5-9, 150) and Adam Blanchat (5-9, 150). Goodman finished the season with 175 tackles and two interceptions, while Blanchat recorded 159 tackles, three sacks and two interceptions. Also returning on defense are lineman Noah Phillips (6-1, 180) and Judd Griffith (6-0, 180). The two combined for five sacks last season.

CALDWELL BLUEJAYS

SOUTH CENTRAL BORDER LEAGUE COACH: SEAN BLOSSER, 10TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Oxford Sep. 11 – H South Haven Sep. 18 – At Norwich Sep. 25 – H Hutchinson Central Christian Oct. 2 – At Stafford Oct. 9 – H Peabody-Burns Oct. 16 – At South Barber Oct. 23 – H Chase

three players will also be counted to play significant roles on defense, as well as defensive lineman Elias Jirak (6-0, 250).

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 7-5 2018 – 6-3 2017 – 9-2 2016 – 8-2 2015 – 5-7

TEAM PREVIEW There are plenty of reasons for Caldwell to be encouraged about replicating its seven-win season from last year, but two of the most important ones are Jude Stow (5-11, 140) and Trey Strnad (6-2, 195). Stow was a first team all-league defensive back and an honorable mention all-league running back, where he finished with over ten touchdowns last seasons. Strnad was a first team all-league tight end and honorable mention all-league defensive lineman. Wide receiver Dru Volvaka is also back on offense.

CENTRE COUGARS

WHEAT STATE LEAGUE

COACH: KELLY STEINER, 10TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Herington Sep. 11 – At Valley Falls Sep. 18 – At Solomon Sep. 25 – H Rural Vista Oct. 2 – At Marias des Cygnes Valley Oct. 9 – H Lebo Oct. 16 – At Wakefield Oct. 23 – H Hartford LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 8-3 2018 – 7-3 2017 – 6-3 2016 – 4-5 2015 – 4-6

TEAM PREVIEW Centre returns just eight starters off last season’s team that went 8-3 and won two playoff games. On offense, the Cougars will build around ends Luke Hudson (5-9, 150) and Lane Methvin (5-10, 180) and lineman Quentin Bina (6-0, 175). Hudson caught eight balls for 125 yards and four touchdowns last season, while Methvin rushed for 68 yards in limited opportunities. All

HANOVER WILDCATS

TWIN VALLEY LEAGUE

COACH: MATT HEUER, 12TH SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Pike Valley Sep. 11 – At Onaga Sep. 18 – H Blue Valley Randolph Sep. 25 – At Axtell Oct. 2 – H Osborne Oct. 9 – H Frankfort Oct. 16 – No Game Oct. 23 – H Wetmore LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 10-2 2018 – 13-0 2017 – 13-0 2016 – 13-0 2015 – 12-1

TEAM PREVIEW Any time a team can boast two returning players that were first team all-state last year, then they are off to a good start and that’s exactly where Hanover is. The Wildcats lost in the state semifinals last season and with a loaded roster this year, they are poised to advance to another state title game. Wide receiver Colin Jueneman (6-1, 180) and offensive lineman Jacob Klipp (6-1, 190) are Hanover’s first team all-state players coming back. Also back are all-state honorable mention selections quarterback Jacob Jueneman (6-4, 170) and running back Tyler Bonser (5-9, 160).

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Sep. 11 – H Peabody-Burns Sep. 18 – At South Barber Sep. 25 – At Caldwell Oct. 2 – H South Haven Oct. 9 – At Norwich Oct. 16 – H Claflin-Central Plains Oct. 23 – H Stafford LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 11-2 2018 – 7-3 2017 – 9-1 2016 – 9-2 2015 – 4-5

TEAM PREVIEW Central Christian returns two defensive standouts from a unit that recorded five shutouts last season. Defensive lineman Carson Hamby (5-11, 170) was a first team all-league performer last season and Dawson Urwiller (5-11, 160) was an honorable mention all-league linebacker. Also back for the defense is safety Adre Ibarra (6-2, 160). All three players are crucial to the offense as well. Hamby will be the Cougars’ go-to running back this season, while Urwiller will be the quarterback. Ibarra will be a wide receiver.

NORWICH EAGLES

HEART OF THE PLAINS

COACH: MIKE WILMOTT, SIXTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Argonia-Attica Sep. 11 – At South Barber Sep. 18 – H Caldwell Sep. 25 – At South Haven Oct. 2 – At Sylvan-Lucas Oct. 9 – H Hutchinson Central Christian Oct. 16 – At Stafford Oct. 23 – H Peabody-Burns LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-4 2018 – 2-7 2017 – 5-5 2016 – 5-4 2015 – 2-8

year. The Eagles also return several other players who gained valuable experience last season, including linemen Kash Liddeke (6-0, 170) and Judson Hibbs (5-10, 170), ends Chance Hilger (6-3, 180) and Jace Gosch (6-3, 180) and running back/defensive back Dax Rosenhagen (5-6, 135).

PEABODY-BURNS WARRIORS WHEAT STATE LEAGUE

COACH: KYLE TEGTMEIER, THIRD SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Little River Sep. 11 – At Hutchinson Central Christian Sep. 18 – H Stafford Sep. 25 – H Tescott Oct. 2 – H South Barber Oct. 9 – At Caldwell Oct. 16 – H South Haven Oct. 23 – At Norwich LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 2-7 2018 – 3-6 2017 – 2-7 2016 – 5-5 2015 – 6-4

TEAM PREVIEW Peabody-Burns returns eight players that saw substantial varsity time last season, which Tegtmeier hopes translates into more wins. In his third year as the head coach, he expects significant improvement in the ability to compete this season. Two seniors specifically will play factors on both sides of the ball in Danny Hammon (5-7, 170) and Jasper Talkington (5-11, 200).

PIKE VALLEY PANTHERS

NORTHERN PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: JEREMY MILLER, 3RD SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 - H Hanover Sep. 11 - At Thunder Ridge Sep. 18 - H Southern Cloud Co-op Sep. 25 - At Wetmore Oct. 2 - H St. John’s/Tipton Catholic Oct. 9 - At Lakeside

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TEAM PREVIEW Pike Valley returns seven starters on both sides of the ball. With that experience, coach Miller has set a goal for this season of finishing with a winning record and making a deep run in the playoffs. The offensive and defensive lines should be a strength for the Panthers this season with guys like Ethan Benne (Sr.) returning at center. Benne was an All-District 1st Team player at center, Brennan Flavin (Sr.) was also All-District 2nd Team on the offensive line. Keaton Reeves (Jr.) returns to quarterback Pike Valley after a season that garnered him All-District honors. Also look for Daltyn Garman (Sr.) in the defensive secondary.

ROCK HILLSMANKATO GRIZZLIES

NORTHERN KANSAS LEAGUE COACH: COLBY HAMEL, 2ND SEASON SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Wichita Home School Sep. 11 – At Lakeside Sep. 18 – At Axtell Sep. 25 – H Osborne Oct. 2 – At Thunder Ridge Oct. 9 – H Southern Cloud Co-op Oct. 16 – At Pike Valley Oct. 23 – H St. Johns/Tipton Catholic LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 6-3 2018 – 8-2 2017 – 8-2 2016 – 7-2 2015 – 7-3

is Mason Higer (5-10, 185, Sr.) at RB. Higer will also play LB on defense. Caden Slate (6-1, 275, Sr.), Buck Luedke (6-0, 220, Jr.) and Kenny Sterling (5-11, 200, Sr.) will anchor the offensive line. QB Jerrod Gillett (6-0, 175, Sr.) returns for his final season. Gillett will have a nice target in Kole Vance (5-10, 205, Sr.) at tight end who will also play DE. Grant Meyers (5-9, 160, So.) is a young, but talented RB/LB to watch. Other players to look for include Davion McDonald (6-0, 165, Sr.), Jacob Barry (5-10, 160) and Conner Cosand (5-6, 155, Jr.).

RURAL VISTA HEAT

WHEAT STATE LEAGUE COACH: BRIAN HENRY, SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Solomon Sep. 11 – At Canton-Galva Sep. 18 – H Herington Sep. 25 – At Centre Oct. 2 – At Hartford Oct. 9 – H MDCV Oct. 16 – At Lebo Oct. 23 – H Wakefield LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-7 2018 – 1-8 2017 – 4-5 2016 – 5-4 2015 – 7-3

TEAM PREVIEW Rural Vista returns two players who made the allleague teams last season in running back Dylan Worrell (6-0, 220), who made first team and linebacker Cameron Campuzano (6-6, 245), who was an honorable mention selection. As a whole, the Heat return 11 starters from last year and of those 16 starters, 12 of them will be seniors, so there will be plenty of experience.

Oct. 9 – H Stafford Oct. 16 – At Peabody-Burns Oct. 23 – H South Barber LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 3-6 2018 – 4-5 2017 – 2-7 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 3-6

TEAM PREVIEW South Haven took a few lumps last year, but the team was very young and still fought hard in every outing. This season head coach Reese Blaylock feels his team can make some noise with the amount of returning players to the roster. “I look forward to them growing as a team,” said coach Blaylock. “Even with the issues going on, we have had way better attendance percentages at our summer weights. They are getting stronger and are ready to start the season.” Cooper Wolf (6-2, 185, Sr.) is certainly a name to look for this year. Wolf is a four-year starter at quarterback and the engine that makes the offense run. Grady Howel (6-0, 180, Jr.) is a throwback type linebacker who led the defense as a sophomore. No one is more fired up to take the field than Howel.

STAFFORD TROJANS

HEART OF THE PLAINS LEAGUE

COACH: TAYLOR BAUMAN, FOURTH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Fairfield Sep. 11 – At Wilson Sep. 18 – At Peabody-Burns Sep. 25 – H South Barber Oct. 2 – H Caldwell Oct. 9 – At South Haven Oct. 16 – H Norwich Oct. 23 – At Hutchinson Central Christian Oct. 23 – H Chase County

lineman Kleyton Schreiber (6-3, 210) who is a threeyear starter. Schreiber also plays tight end on offense. Also returning is two-year starter at running back and defensive back, Tai Hildebrand (5-6, 160). A pair of returning offensive linemen will be crucial to the execution of the offense: Aston Harter (5-8, 220) and Shawn Sheets (6-0, 210).

ST. JOHN’S-TIPTON BLUJAYS

NORTHERN PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: DEAN GENGLER, 2ND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Sylvan/Lucas Sep. 11 – H Osborne Sep. 18 – H Thunder Ridge Sep. 25 – At Southern Cloud Oct. 2 – At Pike Valley Oct. 9 – At Onaga Oct. 16 – H Lakeside Oct. 23 – At Rock Hills LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 7-3 2018 – 5-4 2017 – 5-4 2016 – 7-3 2015 – 6-3

TEAM PREVIEW Good team speed and experience at the skill positions are strengths for the Blujays coming into the season. Head coach Dean Gengler said, “We play a difficult schedule again, facing three preseason top 10 teams in the first three weeks. We should have a pretty good idea where we are at as a team early on. We are anticipating a good season if we can avoid injury and, like everyone else, illness.” Five offensive starters are back including Brayden Perez (RB/Slot), Blake Perez (RB/Slot), Dalton Schmitt (OL), Hayden Griffin (OL), and Jaret Eitzmann (QB). On defense look for Schmitt and Griffin on the line, Cooper Jermark starts at LB with Brayden Perez and Timmy Greenwood, while Blake Perez will play in the secondary.

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – H Lincoln Sep. 11 – At Central Plains Sep. 18 – H Wilson Sep. 25 – At Peabody-Burns Oct. 2 – H Otis-Bison Oct. 9 – At Chase Oct. 16 – H Victoria Oct. 23 – At Sylvan-Lucas LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-8 2018 – 0-9 2017 – 1-8 2016 – 2-7 2015 – 5-4

TEAM PREVIEW Tescott will have just one senior on the roster, so the Trojans will be young and inexperienced. The lone senior, Braydon Peterson (6-0, 165), will play end on offense and safety on defense. There will be a couple of juniors who will start both ways in Michael Challans (5-8, 145) (running back and linebacker) and Garrett Phelps (6-2, 180) (offensive line and defensive line).

6-MAN CUNNINGHAM WILDCATS

HEART OF THE PLAINS

COACH: LANCE MCGUIRE, 15TH SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Rolla Sep. 11 – H Deerfield Sep. 18 – At Fowler Sep. 25 – H Burrton Oct. 2 – At Ashland Oct. 9 – H Moscow Oct. 15 – At Pawnee Heights LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 1-7 2018 – N/A 2017 – N/A 2016 – N/A 2015 – N/A

TEAM PREVIEW The 2020 season will be Cunningham’s second season at the six-man level and its first as a playoff eligible team. Only four players on the Wildcats’ team have more than two years of football experience, however 10 letterman return. McGuire hopes year two will be a more consistent and productive one.

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SOUTH HAVEN CARDINALS

SOUTH CENTRAL BORDER LEAGUE

COACH: REESE BLAYLOCK , SECOND SEASON

SCHEDULE: Sep. 4 – At Central Sep. 11 – At Caldwell Sep. 18 – At Kinsley Sep. 25 – H Norwich Oct. 2 – At Central Christian

LAST 5 YEARS: 2019 – 2-7 2018 – 7-3 2017 – 4-5 2016 – 1-8 2015 – 4-5

TEAM PREVIEW Stafford returns 11 starters from last year’s team, but undoubtedly the most important is honorable mention all-league defensive

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NORTHERN PLAINS LEAGUE COACH: DAYMON WALKER, 14TH SEASON

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West Tops East in 47th Annual Shrine Bowl Behind a dominating defensive performance, the West All-Stars defeated the East All-Stars 14-9 in the 47th Annual Shrine Bowl Saturday night at Hummer Park in Topeka. The West allowed just one rushing yard in the victory, which is their 29th all-time.

Dalton Miller from Great Bend, who was named the West MVP, had the most significant play from scrimmage, when he scored on a 44-yard run in the third quarter.

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The other touchdown from

the West came off a Kade Melvin 1-yard dive in the second quarter.

The West finished with 228 yards of offense and had two of the most impressive drives of the night: an eight-play, 80-yard drive that was capped off by Miller’s score and then a 14-play, 83-yard drive that ended with Melvin’s score.

On defense, Clearwater’s Nolan Streit led the West with eight tackles; 3.5 of which were tackles for a loss.

Emily Whorton McPherson When Trey Harris entered his sophomore Student-athletes face all types of challenges in high school. From something as simple as keeping up with homework to things a lot more challenging such as injuries. McPherson High School student-athlete Emily Whorton faced one of those challenges last year when she injured her leg. Missing her entire sophomore year, Whorton has worked hard with the help of Advanced PT to get back to action for her junior year. Whorton is a member of the varsity basketball team where she plays guard and she’s a member of the track team competing in multiple events including the 400-meters, high jump, and the 4X400 relay. Whorton was a state qualifier in the 400 and 4X400 relay.

Advanced PT began the physical therapy process after Whorton was injured on the basketball court. It was an ordinary play, something that happens multiple times a game. When Whorton was fouled driving to the basket, a problem was revealed with the foot forcing Whorton to undergo mid-foot fusion. After a successful surgery, Whorton faced 14 months of rehab before getting a full release to participate in athletics. Whorton buckled down, faced the challenge and went to work. With the help of Advacned PT, Whorton has made huge gains and even enjoyed some of the work it took to get there. “My favorite service was regaining full mobility and balance,” said Whorton. Significant gains have been made and Whorton is hopeful she will return to the court soon.

“The biggest hope is full range of motion returning to my left foot and leg,” said Whorton. With the help of Advanced PT, McPherson family behind her and a determination to return to the sport she loves, Whorton is on track for a full recovery.

MENISCUS INJURIES Amanda Noll, PT, DPT, CSCS Of all the knee injuries, an injury to the meniscus is one of the more

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DRIVE TO ZERO SENIOR SHOUTOUT Terin Rundus, Concordia Concordia High School’s Terin Rundus first got involved with the SAFE program two years ago when the student council saw a need at their school. “The program SAFE stands for Seat Belts are For Everyone, and the goal of it is to reduce vehicle-related injuries and fatalities by encouraging seat belt use and educating students,” said Rundus. “Concordia High School was faced with the stark reality that change was needed to facilitate improved safety and compliance of seatbelt laws. Two years ago, our student council advisor, Dustin Bender, applied to have the program at our school. Our application was accepted and student council members have been conducting it.” Rundus said the program has been very rewarding in many ways. From reaching new drivers to bringing awareness to the laws and rules of the road, she has enjoyed the opportunity to help her fellow students. “One of the most rewarding aspects of being a part of SAFE is seeing the improvement of students and staff wearing their seatbelts. We conduct three sections of observations, and each section consists of two consecutive days. As the observations progress, more people wear their seatbelts and are less distracted,” said Rundus. SAFE is not the only activity she’s involved in

at Concordia. Rundus also participates in Language Club, Science Club, Friends of Rachel, STUCO, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Wellness Committee. “I also participate in volleyball, basketball, and track & field,” said Rundus. After graduating from Concordia in 2021, her plans start with going to college. “After graduating from high school, I plan to attend Kansas State University and study in either the College of Health and Human Sciences or the College of Business,” said Rundus. Before her time has come to an end at Concordia, Rundus offers this sound advice to other students who may want to participate in SAFE. “It is a beneficial program that encourages and educates people to practice vehicle safety. It helps track progress, through seatbelt use, over the span of a school year. There are also

SAFE is a statewide program supported by

many incentives that can be received through the program such as prizes, speakers, and mock wrecks. For example, mock wrecks are eye opening for many students and their understanding of why it is so important to be buckled. By participating in this program, students can take comfort in knowing that they are helping to protect their family and friends.”

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The Kansas Turnpike Authority and VYPE are “Driving Change.” Each month KTA & VYPE will recognize a student who drives change at their high school. The change does not need to be a sports-related change. We are looking for those students who see a need, comes up with an idea and works to make that idea… change…happen. Such as; a new program/ club, a new policy, a new activity-anything that drives positive change! To nominate a student, please send the students name, school and short explanation on why they are “Driving Change”!

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Time to nominate a “Coach” of the Month for the 2020-21 school year! AD’s, coaches, parents, students, and fans can nominate any high school coach that excels on and off the field of play. Send nominations to mike.cooper@ vype. Nominations should include coach name, school, sport(s) coached, and contact information if available.

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Education and collaboration with our patients are priorities because the more you know, the better your recovery. Like our monthly Joint Education class for patients considering or have scheduled a joint replacement surgery.

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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.

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