Maize South’s Rachel Riley

By Hayden Swope

Maize South’s Rachel Riley was named first team all-league and second team all-state last spring season. This year, Riley has prepared for the upcoming season by training off and on the field.

“I prepared for this coming season by conditioning after school, participating in one-on-one training, and continuing to play for a competitive soccer team,” Riley said. “The biggest thing I wanted to work on this off season was staying in shape and making sure I was continuing to get touches on the soccer ball.”

Riley hopes to help lead the Mavericks to bring home some big wins this year, starting small and working all the way up to the state championship game.

“Some goals I have for this season are to help my team win the McPherson Tournament, compete in the state finals, and help create a positive community environment for the team,” Riley said. “Winning tournaments and going to state are two big things that I want to accomplish, but I think it is equally important to make sure everyone on the team is happy and feels like they are a part of a family.”

Besides the soccer field, Riley is involved in a number of events at

Rachel Riley

South.

“I am a member of Pep Club, Business Professionals of America, French Club, and the Community Action Club of Wichita,” Riley said. “I am heavily involved in Business Professionals of America and just qualified for nationals in California.”

Riley plans to continue her academic career in Manhattan this fall, and major in marketing.

“I plan to attend Kansas State University in the fall and major in business marketing,” Riley said. “I hope to earn a marketing degree and then potentially a real estate license after college.”