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“Although it (ASTYM) hurts while she’s doing it, it helps a lot and makes my knees feel better,” Casebolt said.

Mason Casebolt of Cedar Vale/Dexter was chosen as the Advanced Physical Therapy Athlete of the Month. Casebolt used APT because of multiple injuries to his knees while playing football.

Advanced Physical Therapy is great,” Casebolt said. “Amy and Cindy are both very caring and take the time to explain what we are doing and why.”

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If Casebolt were to recommend APT for prospective athletes, his advice would be simple.

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Casebolt participates in basketball and football at Cedar Vale/Dexter and after he graduates, he plans to either enlist in

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STRAIN VS SPRAIN: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? Strain vs sprain: those words are used interchangeably quite often and frequently, but what is the actual difference? A joint sprain is the overstretching or tearing of ligaments. Ligaments are the bands of tissue that connect two bones together in a joint. The most common location for a sprain is the ankle joint. A joint strain is the overstretching or tearing of muscles or tendons. Tendons are the dense fibrous cords of tissue that connect bones to muscles.

The most common locations for a muscle strain are the hamstring muscle and the low back. Joint strains and joint sprains share common symptoms including pain around the affected joint, swelling, limited flexibility, and difficulty using the joint’s full range of motion. The main difference is that with a sprain you may have bruising around the affected joint and hear an audible “popping” noise during the injury, whereas with a strain, you may have spasms in the affected muscle. The symptoms of a sprain and a strain are remarkably similar and that is because the injuries themselves are terribly similar.

It’s no wonder the two conditions are frequently confused! So how do sprains typically occur?

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Sprains often occur in the following circumstances:

• Ankle: Walking or exercising on an uneven surface, landing awkwardly from a jump

• Knee: Pivoting during an athletic activity

• Wrist: Landing on an outstretched hand during a fall

• Thumb: Skiing injury or overextension when playing racquet sports, such as tennis

• Environmental conditions: Slippery or uneven surfaces can make you more prone to injury.

• Fatigue: Tired muscles are less likely to provide good support for your joints. When you are tired, you’re also more likely to succumb to forces that could stress a joint.

• Poor equipment: Ill-fitting or poorly maintained footwear or other sporting equipment can contribute to your risk of a sprain.

Strains may occur suddenly (acute) or develop slowly over time (chronic). This usually occurs because of fatigue, overuse, or improper use of a muscle. Strains can happen in any muscle, but they are most common in your lower back, neck, shoulder, and hamstring. These strains can cause pain and may limit movement within the affected muscle group. Mild to moderate strains can be successfully treated at home with ice, heat, and anti-inflammatory medications. Severe strains or tears may require medical treatment and or physical therapy.

Causes of acute strains include:

• lifting a heavy object

• running, jumping, or throwing

• slipping or falling

• Causes of chronic strains include playing sports and activities that involve repetitive movements, such as rowing, tennis or running.

• Sitting or standing in an awkward position for prolonged periods can also cause chronic strains.

It is important to follow the four-step RICE protocol for both sprains and strains to reduce swelling and relieve pressure on the affected area.

RICE stands for:

• Rest: Stop any exercise or physical activities and avoid putting any weight on the affected limb.

• Ice: Apply ice to the injury for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours. People can use bags of frozen vegetables if they do not have ice packs.

• Compression: To help reduce swelling, a person can wrap the affected area with a bandage. Loosen the wrap if the area gets numb or if the pain increases.

• Elevation: Keep the injured area raised above chest level if possible.

As with any injury, it’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor to get proper a proper diagnosis and/or imaging prior to seeking out physical therapy. Here at Advanced Physical Therapy, we treat all kinds of muscle sprains and strains and can help you get back to your normal life with an individualized plan of care that works with your daily routine! Stop by any of our many locations to get scheduled today!

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Bergen Loveless of Bishop Carroll was chosen as the Two Brothers BBQ Athlete of the Month for October.

Loveless is the senior captain on the Eagles’ soccer team and was a second team all-state selection last season.

It is a tremendous honor to represent my school,” Loveless said. “I am humbled to be chosen, especially considering how many talented athletes there are in south central Kansas.”

Carroll is one of the top teams in 5A this season and Loveless said he is trying to keep the Eagles focused on one game at a time in preparation for the postseason. “We have played some tough non-conference opponents, which has pushed us to become a better team,” Loveless said. “We try to focus on the game ahead of us as our goal is to position ourselves as well as possible for regionals.”

Loveless does not have statistics that

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Bergen Loveless stand out, but his role on the pitch is a vital one, as a midfielder. “As a midfielder I focus on controlling the center of the field and the tempo of the game while distributing the ball to my teammates,” Loveless said. “As a senior captain it is my role to lead by example both on and off the field for my teammates.”

Loveless also participates in basketball, is a school ambassador, a member of National Honors Society, a House Captain, and a member of the Freshmen Retreat Team.

He wants to play soccer in college and pursue a degree in Chemical Engineering.

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Jared Cromly of Andover Central was chosen as the All Seasons Letterman of the Month for October. Cromly plays soccer and bowling for the Jaguars.

Cromly was a first team all-league midfielder last season and had the second highest average on the bowling team.

It is an honor to be recognized amongst these great athletes,” Cromly said. “Even to be chosen over some of my teammates is a great honor. It feels like my hard work and dedication has paid off.”

Being able to manage time as a multisport athlete is challenging for Cromly, but he tries to live in the moment, rather than looking ahead to his preparations for whichever sport isn’t in season.

The sports I participate in are during the fall and winter seasons, which take up the majority of the school year,” Cromly said. “However, whichever sport season I am in is the one I am only focused on.”

Jared Cromly While Cromly’s focus is on his teams being as successful as possible, he has lofty individual expectations as well.

“It is still my intention to improve from last year,” Cromly said. “For me that means, first team all-state, allleague, and all-metro for soccer and first team all-state and all-league for bowling.”

Cromly also participates in choir and Circle of Friends at Andover Central.

Next year, Cromly intends on playing soccer in college, although he is unsure as to where. He wants to study psychology.

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Maliyah Johnson, Hutchinson High School Maliyah Johnson of Hutchinson was named the Hog Wild Performance for October. In the Salthawks’ two games against Maize South and Maize on October 5, Johnson recorded 14 kills.

“It’s has been a pretty successful season for us,” Johnson said. “I think what makes it so special is how much we all genuinely care for each other. We want to win for our seniors, coaches and each other.”

Johnson has always been a dominating player at the net, but it’s her defense this year that she thinks has taken her game up another level.

“I think that my defense has improved and my confidence in the back row has improved as well,” Johnson said. “I think that getting in the gym whenever I could, helped a lot. Also my coaches constantly give me feedback which also really helps.”

Johnson also said a successful season for Hutchinson would be making it to the state tournament.

“We’ve been talking about it and speaking it into existence because we know we can,” Johnson said. “We’ve been working so hard towards that and it’s been our biggest goal this year, so that would be pretty awesome.”

Volleyball is involved in Johnson’s college plans, she just isn’t sure where yet.

She is considering dental hygiene as a potential career.

Circle High School’s Ian Hunter

By Matt Browning Ian Hunter of Circle was voted the Wichita Large School Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year. Hunter received nearly 1,000 votes, which was almost 70 percent of the overall vote.

“It means a lot to me,” Hunter said. “It shows that I have a lot of people that support me and what I do and that is great.”

Hunter has progressed nicely throughout the season and ended up running his personal record time of 15:56.

“This season started out slow,” Hunter said. “I ran my slowest time in two years on the first race, but then I ended up running some of my fastest times after training with the team.”

As a freshman, Hunter was running the 5K in the 22-minute range, so a nearly six-minute improvement means so much to him.

Ian Hunter “The reason I’ve improved so much is because of the awesome teams I’ve been a part of along with the best coaches you could ask for,” Hunter said.

Hunter also runs track and participates in FCA at Circle.

He plans to run in college, but he is unsure about where and what he would like to major in.

Hutchinson Trinity’s Jonah Godina

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Outside of cross country and track, Godina also is involved in Key Club and is the Student Council vice president.

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Godina has made substantial leaps throughout his high

Godina hopes to continue to run in college and he wants to study Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine.

“I am happy with how my season as a whole has been, although it started out pretty rocky, I have been able to bounce back and get back on track,” Godina said.

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“It was an honor to be nominated along with all these great runners from the Wichita Area,” Godina said. “And thanks to my friends and family for voting for me and believing in me.”

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Jonah Godina of Hutchinson Trinity Catholic was voted the Wichita Small School Cross Country Runner of the Year.

Godina received more than 1,000 votes, which was nearly 88 percent of the overall vote.

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KANSAS TURNPIKE AUTHORITY DRIVING CHANGE ATHLETE

Amy Nguyen

Driving Change Athlete of the Month:

Wichita South’s Amy Nguyen Amy Nguyen of South High School has worked to drive change in her community since she joined the Safe Streets Wichita program in the fall of 2020 as a youth mobilizer.

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Nguyen plans to attend the University of Kansas and major in business administration with a minor in economics. She hopes one day to start her own non-profit organization with a focus on youth engagement and leadership.

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“It is extremely important to be involved with your community because the events that goes on in our community affects us and what we do. Being involved with our community will not only teach us viable skills, but we get to meet new people, be

“Cheer is my escape from reality.

I have been cheering for three years now and it was one of the best decisions I had ever made.

Being a part of this team has taught me many things about family, teamwork, and hard work. I get to work alongside an amazing group of individuals almost every single day and each one of them inspires me more than they know,” said Nguyen. “Every single person has their own adversity story and current hardships but when my teammates step foot into cheer, they are a different person. I wish I could express the feelings I have when I am in cheer, but let’s just say it is a feeling that I will never forget after I graduate.”

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Being part of the community and helping others is something Nguyen is passionate about.

Now a senior at South High School, Nguyen also finds the time to be part of the varsity cheer squad.

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“Within my time as a youth mobilizer, I was given the opportunity to talk about issues I am passionate about and learn about the steps I can take to advocate for harm reduction and against substance misuse.

Along my journey, I was given the opportunity to be a youth sector representative for the coalition of Safe Streets Wichita.

Through this, I received the chance to lead my own “How people can support the youth” session, being able to work alongside phenomenal mentors and leaders, and it gave me the opportunity to now work on a mental health project of my own,” said Nguyen.

proactive, help others, and be aware of what happens in our community,” said Nguyen.

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WICHITA AREA SPOTLIGHTS

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By Matt Browning John Wiemers was chosen as the YMCA Yi-Belong profile for October. Wiemers has been helping with the YMCA for five years.

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“As I learned with the players, I developed more of a passion to keep kids active,” Wiemers said.

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“Just seeing the joy on the kids’ faces during practice and games means the world to me,” Wiemers said. “I try to play everyone equally and mix the talents so we can learn together. For me it is more about being active and learning to work as a team over winning.”

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John Wiemers sure they had a coach and positive mentor.”

Wiemers has had many players request to be back on his teams, which is incredibly humbling.

“I appreciate all the parents for having faith in me and allowing me to coach their children,” Wiemers said. “The greatest joy that I can ever receive from coaching is to see these young athletes go on and stay active in life.”

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T’Marius Nolen

By Travis Sloat T’Marius Nolen might only be 16 years old, but as a junior he’s already focusing on more than a win-loss record or how many tackles and yards he gets a game.

“Having the younger guys around is great,” Nolen said. “I have impacted a lot of young lives and I enjoy giving them advice for when they find themselves in my shoes. I lead by example, giving my efforts on every down and making plays when we’re in tough positions. Even though I can’t make all the plays all the time, I still give 110% effort on every down.”

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Nolen has been playing football since he was six years old, and currently plays outside linebacker and running back for Southeast High School.

“The reason why I love the game is because it helps with my leadership abilities on and off the field,” he said. “Being a student athlete means I get the chance to impact a lot of lives.

I do everything for my family so I feel as I can change my family around.

“My personal goals for this year are to get a little bigger and lift heavier,” he added. “I also want to give back to my community. As a team, we want to build the culture of our program and be a better team in general. We want guys who are willing to sacrifice their bodies on every play.”

Although the team’s record is just 1-6, Nolen said there are a lot of positives he’s focusing on.

“Currently we’re working on knowing our jobs and being accountable,” he said. “We just got a new head coach, so we really haven’t gotten that connection yet. But we’re working on it.”

In his free time, Nolen said he enjoys working out, eating and catching up on film.

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HELLAS SPOTLIGHT

Hellas Field of the Month:

Chapman High School

By Matt Browning The Chapman School District installed a new track, thanks to Hells Construction, at the high school’s stadium.

Hellas and their entire crew are great to work with,” Chapman Athletic Director Clint Merritt said. “Our track is used by the middle school and high school track athletes, physical education classes, and the community.”

The new surface is the Epiq Q3000 and it now brings Chapman up to speed with the rest of the members of the North Central Kansas League.

With the color of the new track being black, there are three green 30-meter exchange zones for the 400-meter relay. Chapman also resurfaced the high jump, long jump and pole vault runways during the renovations.

There are also strict rules for community members that use the track, like not using wheeled vehicles including bicycles, scooters and skates.

The Irish have a rich tradition in track and field, with the boys having won two state titles and took 10th last season at the 4A Tournament. The girls team took fourth last year.

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WICHITA LARGE & SMALL SCHOOL TENNIS POLL WINNERS

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Kapaun Mount Carmel’s Reagan Boleski

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Reagan Boleski of Kapaun Mount Carmel was voted the Wichita Large School Girls Tennis Player of the Year.

Boleski capped off her season by winning the 5A singles tournament in October.

Ella Graham of Wichita Collegiate was voted the Wichita Small School Girls Tennis Player of the Year. Graham received more than 400 votes, which was more than 36 percent of the overall vote.

Throughout the season, Boleski won 31 of 32 matches and defeated Brynn Steven of Bishop Carroll in the championship match.

Her singles title comes off three straight seasons of finishing second to her former teammate Clara Whitaker.

Boleski even lost the first set (4-6) against Steven this year before winning the final two sets (6-4, 6-2).

Throughout her tennis seasons at Kapaun, Boleski worked with private coaches to hone her skills and fundamentals. The end result

Reagan Boleski was being arguably the most talented player in the state.

“I got more advanced and started traveling around the Midwest to play tournaments as one of the only kids whose primary sport wasn’t tennis,” Boleski said, in a recent interview with VYPE. “I was 13 when I gave up soccer to focus only on tennis, which was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I fell in love with the individual aspect of it, as well as the fact that tennis is a lifelong sport.”

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“Honestly, I was kind of surprised that I got the most votes,” Graham said. “I would say my season went extremely well. Except for a few hiccups I was really satisfied with my performance and the time I got to spend with my teammates.”

classmates and teachers come out to support at state, which meant a lot to me. It made it a lot more exciting and I appreciated having them there.”

“One moment from the season that stood out the most to me was the environment at state,” Graham said. “We had a lot of

Graham is unsure where she will be attending college, but she wants tennis to be a part of her future, whether that is on a team or in intramurals.

Graham was part of the Spartans No. 1 Doubles team that took first at the 3-1A Tournament and helped lead Collegiate to its 13th team championship.

Aside from tennis, Graham also plays soccer and bowls at Collegiate. In terms of clubs, she is also involved in Spanish Club and the Leadership Academy.

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My favorite thing about Pitt State is that it is just the perfect size of not being too big or too small and it is a pretty close knit community.

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ATHLETE OF THE MONTH Carli Carlson , Clearwater High School Clearwater High School student-athlete Carli Carlson is entering her third year of involvement with the SAFE (Seatbelts Are For Everyone) program at her school. Carlson said she believes in the program and what it can do for her peers and their families.

“It’s important to me because I care about everyone, and I want to keep people safe,” said Carlson.

This year Carlson is involved with basketball and softball, having also played volleyball last year.

Carlson said Clearwater High School is a great school because everyone helps one another, and the student and faculty are very accepting to anyone that attends.

“My academics are very important to me. They are important to me because I want to have a 3.8 GPA or higher throughout high school for colleges to see,” said Carlson. “After I graduate, I want to attend a college where I can continue playing basketball and where I can start working towards my career which is being a physical therapist.”

Carlson has a message for her fellow students and anyone considering the SAFE program as a group they would like to join.

“I think if they are thinking about joining SAFE to do it. It’s a great group to be involved with and if you enjoy helping people and doing the right thing it’s a great club to join,” said Carlson.

In her free time, Carlson said she enjoys hanging out with family and friends and shooting hoops.

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“In basketball I am a point guard or shooting guard,” said Carlson. “For softball, I’m middle infield or outfield.

When I played volleyball, I was an outside hitter. What I love most about my team and teammates is that we all have this type of bond where we are always there for each other, and we always push each other to the max and keep each other going.”

Aside from the SAFE program, academics take top priority for Carlson.

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Via Christi Behind the Scenes: Belle Plain’s Karen Wiseman

By Travis Sloat Karen Wiseman is the head volleyball coach at Belle Plain High School, but when she’s not encouraging her girls to clean up spikes on the court, she’s leading the school body in an effort to clean up and recycle at their school.

“Upon learning that our materials were not being recycled in our building, I knew that we really needed to start some sort of recycling initiative,” Wiseman said. “We have talked as a staff for some time and this year decided to make things happen. The high school staff are always willing to get involved and do whatever it takes in order to get things done. I also asked for student volunteers to help with the collection and distribution of the recycled items.

“We are blessed at BPHS with some great student leaders who were willing to be a part of a recycling team,” Wiseman continued. “It is our goal to encourage our students to take ownership in this important program. I stress that even a small effort can make a difference. I want our high school students to realize that our planet is in their hands now and it is time for us all to do our part.”

Wiseman said she hopes that the responsibility of recycling at BPHS

Karen Wiseman continues, and that the students eventually take the reins of the project.

“We hope to increase awareness of the importance of this project, and ultimately inspire every individual to do their part to help our planet,” she said.

In her free time, Wiseman said she enjoys watching her kids and grandkids’ sporting events, and spending time with friends and family. She said she is very grateful to continue doing something she loves: coaching. “I have always loved the game of volleyball and the competition,” she said. “I feel fortunate to have been involved in the sport for so many years.”

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O’Neil’s goal coming into the season was to get back to where he was as a sophomore. But now he has bigger plans.

O’Neil is currently enrolled in the Early College Academy in Business through Butler Community College. He hopes to continue his running career next year in college.

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“After a very good summer of training, I now hope to place top three at regionals and top 20 at state this season,” O’Neil said.

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“Although our team is not very competitive in our races, I am very proud of them,” O’Neil said. “The team is full of young guys and girls who have realized this season the work that they

will need to do in order to get better.”

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The Jaguars have a young and inexperienced team this season, so while the results have not been what O’Neil would like to see, he has seen progress in the runners.

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“I was cleared to start running again late February this year,” O’Neill said. “I never thought that by the time cross county season came around that I would be able to compete with the top runners in my races.”

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Last season, O’Neil tore his hip, so he was limited to just two races.

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By Travis Sloat Calvin Bell is a sophomore defensive mid for the Wichita Northwest Grizzlies, and he said he’s been playing soccer since he was in kindergarten.

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“I fell in love with the sport ever since I joined an after-school soccer club in Kindergarten,” Bell said.

“My dad also loves the game, so he rubbed off on me also. I love to play because of the competition. I have a very competitive spirit, and I don’t like to lose.

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“Another great thing about the game is when you get the ball, it’s all up to you,” he continued. “You have the freedom to do what you want.

When you’re playing soccer, all your worries just slip away.”

Bell said the season is going well, regardless of what’s chalked up in the win/loss column.

the future is bright.

“All our games have been close,” he said. “With no seniors on the team, we know we are in a rebuilding stage. We’re improving all the time.

Despite our record, I think the whole team is pretty positive and knows

“I just know I have to play my game,” Bell added. “The older boys on the team really help with that too.

They believe in my abilities and are always pumping me up. Everyone plays for each other and plays their hearts out every game. It’s a great environment to be a part of.”

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WICHITA LARGE & SMALL SCHOOL GIRLS XC POLLS

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Alexa Marshall of Rose Hill was voted the Wichita Large School Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year. Marshall received nearly 450 votes, which was almost 50 percent of the overall vote.

“There are many fantastic runners in this poll that I have a lot of respect for, so even just being included in this poll was encouraging in and of itself,” Marshall said. “It means a lot to me to have received the most votes because it opened my eyes to show me that there are a lot of people supporting me while I do this sport.”

Only a sophomore, Marshall has maintained her times from her freshman season and her best finish was third at the Buhler regional.

“A few years ago, I would’ve never even imagined I’d be doing cross country, so I’m very thankful that I have the

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Alexa Marshall opportunity to be trained by coaches that know what’s best for their athletes, and to get to train with an amazing group of runners,” Marshall said.

Outside of cross country and track, Marshall is also involved in Choir, FBLA and yearbook at Rose Hill.

With two years of high school still to go, Marshall has not given much thought to her future plans but does have interest in getting involved with youth ministry.

Alivia Bacon from South Haven/Caldwell was voted the Wichita Small School Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year. Bacon received nearly 1,500 votes, which was almost 58 percent of the overall vote.

“Some of the runners in this poll have been my competition at a lot of my meets and I can promise you they are amazing and deserving of this award also,” Bacon said. “I believe what sets me apart and gives me the most points is definitely the love and support of my tribe.”

really was a game changer in coming back into cross country as I could pretty much pick up where I left off last year and didn’t have to recondition myself.”

“I have made a lot of personal growth this year and I attribute that to conditioning year-round,” Bacon said.

“I play basketball and then go right into track and this past summer I also ran summer track and made it to the AAU Junior Olympics in Humble, Texas. That

After she graduates in two years, Bacon wants to run at Cowley County and study sports medicine.

Bacon has broken numerous records at South Haven and many times has broken her personal records.

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Bacon is also involved in 4-H Jets, Native American Student Association, FCCLA, Future Farmers of America, Sumner County Community Drug Action Team, AYC3, Youth Group, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Sumner County 4-H Extension Council.

Football Head Coach:

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“We strive to give our student-athletes the best possible experience of junior college academics and athletics by providing them with the best support, facilities, education, and leadership available,” said Dallas.

accomplishment. Coach Dallas won the NJCAA, the KJCCC and the Wichita Sports Commission award all in the same year. “Last season was a blessing,” said Dallas.

“We were able to win a NJCAA and KJCCC championship while going undefeated. The individual post season honors were a direct reflection of our team success, and it was the outcome of having a great team and coaching staff working together toward one common goal.

While they are individual awards, it was only achieved by the work that we did together as a team and coaching staff and that should not be overlooked.”

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Growing up the son of a head football coach gives you an opportunity to learn and witness what a full career in coaching looks like. For Dallas, having spent that time with his father meant everything. “I learned a ton just from being around his programs growing up,” said Dallas. “I always looked up to me dad and what he was able to do in his career.”

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Being from the area, a return to this part of Kanas has been great for his family. “For my family and I, it has been great. My wife, Heather, and our three young kids, Hayden (10), Cooper (9), and Parker (5), having the opportunity to raise them around family means a lot to us,” said coach Dallas. “It is nice to have a support system of family and friends that are close and having the ability to spend time with

them is important to us.”

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A graduate of Salina Central High School, Drew Dallas joined the staff at Hutchinson Community College in January of 2018. His path from player to offensive coordinator included a few stops on the way, but Dallas would ultimately become the head coach of the Blue Dragons. “I was promoted to head coach on Dec. 31st of 2019 after coach Rion Rhoades left for the University of Arkansas. I started off coaching under my dad, who was the head coach at Kansas Wesleyan. I coached two years there and then spent eight years at Angelo State down in Texas prior to moving back to Kansas,” said coach Dallas.

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MELANIE RENE JEWELRY ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Wichita Collegiate School’s Wesley Fair Wichita Collegiate High School junior Wesley Fair has played the sport of football for as long as he can remember.

“I have played football my whole life,” said Fair. “I’m now a junior, Class of 2023.”

For Fair, football is life. Playing the sport he loves with his teammates is his comfort zone. Being part of a team that works hard, yet still has fun with what they are doing is something special to Fair.

“My favorite thing about my team and teammates is how we can joke around yet still get things done,” said Fair.

As a sophomore last season Fair led the team in rushing with more than 1,771 yards and is on pace to have similar numbers this season. His abilities have caught the eyes of several recruiters across the state.

“I’m trying to get recruited to play safety in college,” said Fair. “Right now, I play quarterback and safety for Collegiate.

This season I have been trying to dominate the defensive side of the ball.”

Wesley Fair College is on his radar, and he hopes to one day make it to the big leagues.

“After I graduate, I plan to play safety in college while trying to get a degree in business and finance. And hopefully have an opportunity to play in the National Football League,” said Fair. “In my free time I like to play basketball and hang out with my family.”

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By Matt Browning Addison Goree was chosen as the Wichita Collegiate Athlete of the Month for October. Goree plays volleyball and soccer for the Spartans. “My experience at Collegiate has been great,” Goree said.

“The teachers and faculty are amazing and so supportive of every student that goes to WCS.” Goree said if she were to recommend Collegiate to a prospective student, she would talk about the family-like atmosphere throughout every grade level. “I would tell them how no other school will care for and support you like Collegiate will,” Goree said. “The community that has been built around WCS is incredible.”

During her volleyball season, Goree has felt like she has emerged as a player for the Spartans and she credits that to her coaches and teammates. “It has to be one of the most supportive teams I’ve played for,” Goree said. “I have personally started to prove myself and who I am through volleyball, and that

Addison Goree wouldn’t be possible without the help from my teammates and coach.”

Goree recently joined French Club at Collegiate and while she played soccer last season, she might instead focus on club volleyball this spring.

Being just a sophomore, Goree does not have a focus on a career, but she is already starting to think about college.

She has begun the recruiting process and hopes to play volleyball out of state, with Texas and Colorado being the preference.

JESSE MEISCH’S SHELTER ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Wichita South High School’s TJ Neal Wichita South senior TJ Neal has played the game of football since the first grade. In his 11 years on the gridiron, Neal has developed his skills and worked himself into a position as one of the top players in the area.

“I currently play quarterback and defensive back for South,” said Neal.

“This season has been eye opening one for me. Yes, we haven’t been winning games, but I can see in myself that the hard work I put in during the off season has paid off. I’ve seen a lot of growth in myself.”

Neal would love nothing more than to help his team succeed. All of the personal accolades that come his way are nice, but for Neal, the team comes first. His dream is to continue playing football at the next level and beyond.

“I would love to get a scholarship so I can continue my dream of playing football at the next level. I plan on going to college, playing football, and studying forensic science. My main goal in life is to make the National Football

TJ Neal League,” said Neal.

In his free time, Neal spends most of it working on his football skills.

“I really enjoy going to the fields and throwing some routes and putting in work with my teammates or going to the gym and playing basketball. And when I’m at home I like to watch film or play video games with my friends,” said Neal.

HAYSVILLE CAMPUS ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Campus Athlete of the Month:

Braelyn Jay

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Braelyn Jay, who plays football and basketball, was chosen the Campus Athlete of the Month for October.

Despite his injury, Jay still hopes to play football in college next season.

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“When I got injured I knew I couldn’t just be sad for myself and I had to step up and be a leader,” Jay said. “Making sure everyone stays on the same

mindset and believes in each other.

Even though I couldn’t play my senior year doesn’t mean I can’t lead the team in other ways. I would show up to every practice and every game including freshman and JV games.”

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Jay suffered a season-ending knee injury and was not able to participate in football this season, but he did make his mark on the program.

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TEAM OF THE MONTH

McPherson Volleyball

By Matt Browning The McPherson volleyball team was chosen as the Visit Wichita Team of the Month for October. The Bullpups defeated two teams who were ranked at some point in the season, Rose Hill and Clearwater, on October 5th.

“We knew we had four to five kids with varsity experience returning, including Brette (Doile) and Rhian (Swanson) as four-year starters, which should set you up for success,” McPherson coach Christy Doile said. “How much “extra” success we have would be based on our new kids and their contributions.”

Doile said having athletes on her team that compete in multiple sports has proven to be beneficial this season.

“We have varsity experience, that is mixed in with multisport athletes contributing and helping us compete for wins,” Doile

said.

Brette Doile and Swanson are dominating the stat sheet for McPherson. Through the Rose Hill and Clearwater games, Brett had 550 assists, while Swanson had 437 kills.

Both players are key strengths for the Bullpups.

“Rhian Swanson offensively in the front row, but also her back row attacks are a strength for us,” Doile said. “Then Brette can locate very well and keep our offense in rhythm.”

While McPherson is one of the top teams in Class 4A and it has postseason aspirations, Doile feels like her team’s season is already a success.

“We define a great team at McPherson as one that “Exceeds Potential”,” Doile said. “At this point in the season in comparison to where we were competitively this summer, we have been exceeding potential.”

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BOSTON BASHAM’S SHELTER ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Maize High School’s Colby Lampkin

By Matt Browning Colby Lampkin from Maize was chosen as the Maize Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October. Lampkin is a defender on the Eagles’ soccer team.

“I am very appreciative of getting this recognition of being in this feature,” Lampkin said.

The Eagles have struggled this year, but Lampkin hopes his team turns it on as the regular season winds down.

“Coming off of a good year last year, going to state, this year hasn’t been what we have hoped it would’ve been but we still have the end of the regular season and postseason ahead of us,” Lampkin said.

Being a senior, Lampkin wants he and his teammates to create memorable experiences in the postseason, which is what he is focusing on now.

“I want to have another good

Colby Lampkin year and make it to state again,” Lampkin said. “For my senior year, I want to have a good year with my teammates and finish the season strong.”

Lampkin has also played basketball, tennis and golf and is also involved in the National Honor Society.

Next year, Lampkin will be attending Pittsburg State and plans on studying construction management.

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By Matt Browning Sunrise Madness took place on Saturday, Oct. 23 and was similar to what the University of Kansas does with Late Night in the Phog.

Sunrise introduced the players who performed in the three-point and dunk contest that showcased what fans could expect in the upcoming season.

Lourawls “Tum Tum” Nairn Jr., a former student-athlete at Sunrise and member of the Bahama’s senior national FIBA team, was the guest speaker. In 2015, he made a finalfour appearance as a member of the Michigan State Spartans and worked with the Phoenix Suns in 2018.

His jersey was retired at Sunrise Madness.

“The 2021 Sunrise Madness sponsored by Jimmy Johns was a huge success again,” Sunrise coach Luke Barnwell said. “Our players

were welcomed to a full gymnasium and the support was outstanding.”

Sunrise finished second in the nation last season and returns four players ranked in the Rivals Class of 2022 Top 150, including Grady Dick, who has committed to Kansas and Mark Mitchell, who is the No. 11 player in the class and is considering Duke, UCLA and Kansas. Sunrise also has two players ranked in the Class of 2023 Top 150.

It will be another loaded schedule for Sunrise, with one of the premier games coming on December 11th on ESPN against La Lumiere at Bishop Carroll High School.

“Spotlight games used to be few and

Jerome Beya far between in the years past and they were circled on the schedule,” Barnwell said. “However, with the formation of our new league, the National Interscholastic Basketball Conference (NIBC), every league game is going to be against the best teams in the country. The league helps us stay present as we just try to focus on each game in front of us.”

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Davis-Moore Chevrolet Military Student Athlete of the Month Derby High School’s Abigail Monaghan involved in sports the school is. The district is very supportive of studentathletes, and the pride is strong,” said Monaghan.

Derby High School senior Abigail Monaghan is a member of the cross country and track and field teams.

During track season she competes in the 3200-meters, 800-meters and occasionally the 1600-meters. Being a student-athlete at Derby High School is something Monaghan loves.

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That support is important, especially or a student like Monaghan who has family serving in the United States Armed Forces. Coming into her senior year, Monaghan was facing another move, but her parents made a sacrifice few parents ever face with their child in high school.

“There are many challenges that come with being part of a military family, but an especially difficult one is moving every few years. It can be disheartening when you have to move as soon as you start getting comfortable with a place,” said Monaghan. “I was a little scared going into my senior year knowing that I might have to move. In fact, my dad got orders to North Dakota. Fortunately, my parents decided to let me stay behind to finish out my senior year. I am beyond grateful

for the sacrifices that they made for me to stay here.”

Being a military brat means a lot of things and for Monaghan, it’s meant being able to adjust to any situation.

“To me, being a military brat means being able to adapt to quick life changes,” said Monaghan. “After I graduate, I plan on attending college here in Kansas. I haven’t decided on a major yet.”

Monaghan said her parents have been roles models and have influenced her in every way possible.

“Both of my parents have been a huge influence in my life. They encourage me to be the best version of myself, and they teach me valuable lessons, even if I don’t want to hear it,” said Monaghan.

When she has some free time you can usually find her hanging out with friends and family, and watching movies at home.

JODI OCADIZ’S SHELTER ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

Andover High School

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Alex Hoppas of Andover was chosen as the Andover Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October.

Hoppas plays soccer for the Trojans.

“It feels good to be chosen,” Hoppas said. “There’s not a lot of glory that comes with a defensive position but I do like when it comes.”

Hoppas and the Trojans had high expectations entering the season and Hoppas said sometimes the team’s biggest obstacle to overcome is themselves.

“If we start a game hard and play with intensity, we can hold our own with any team in the state,” Hoppas said.

Over his time playing in the soccer program, Hoppas said he has experienced several great memories, but there is one that stands out the most.

If I had to choose one (memory), I would probably say my junior year on varsity (is the best),” Hoppas said.

“I played on the back line with some of my best friends and we had a fun but competitive atmosphere.”

Hoppas is undecided on where he wants to go to college and a specific career, but he plans on studying mechanical engineering.

Hope Hilton of Andover was chosen as the Andover Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October.

Hilton carries the top scoring average for the Trojans’ girls golf team.

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Brandon Bumgarner of Andover Central was chosen as the Andover Shelter Athlete of the Month for October. Bumgarner is the starting goalkeeper for the Jaguars.

“I feel greatly honored that I was chosen and it means a lot to my family and myself,” Bumgarner said.

“It is great to see hard work pay off and get recognized for it.”

Bumgarner was a first team allleague goalkeeper last season for the Jaguars and he is one of the leaders of this year’s team that is trying to experience similar success to last year’s team.

“Some of my favorite memories from Andover Central are when we went to state last year, getting to bond with those players and then the KC tournament over the summer,” Bumgarner said. “Those are always fun to play in and see how your team compares to other teams.”

Bumgarner is also involved with the girls program as well, as he is the manager. He also participates in the trap team.

His future plans are undecided in terms of what college he is going to, but he wants to study wildlife management and Aviation maintenance.

Patterson said her season did not go quite as she and the Jaguars had planned, but she would not have traded any of the difficulties because of the close bond she had with her teammates.

Landyn Patterson “We played well this year and we all really enjoyed it and bonded,” Patterson said. “We may not have made it to state but I was more than overjoyed to have finished out my last high school season with this team.”

Over her career at Andover Central, Patterson was second team all-league last season and the Jaguars made it to state her sophomore year, the latter being a particularly fond memory.

“The excitement all of us felt because we were proud of everything we had accomplished that season I just can’t describe in words,” Patterson said.

Outside of golf, Patterson also participates in bowling, JAG Ambassadors and spirit club at Andover Central.

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In college, Patterson wants to pursue a degree in marketing, with a minor in Spanish and graphic design. She then hopes to go to law school.

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“It’s so cool that I was chosen to represent my school for athlete of the month,” Hilton said. “I feel honored to be chosen.”

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“My senior season has been going amazing so far. With six seniors leaving the team last year that meant that I needed to step it up. It had definitely been a huge change in our team, with me really being the only one on varsity.”

“Being chosen as athlete of the month means a lot to me,” Patterson said. “It truly means that all the time I’ve spent over the past four years means something not only to myself but also to others. I’m greatly honored to have received this recognition.”

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Landyn Patterson of Andover Central was chosen as the Andover Shelter Athlete of the Month for October.

Patterson was one of the top golfers for the Jaguars in the fall.

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“My favorite memories while playing at Andover would definitely have to be my sophomore and junior year and the closeness that our team had,” Hilton said. “The day before state my sophomore year we made a mini golf course in the hallway, and that had definitely been one of my top memories for sure. I have also enjoyed getting to know my coaches more and more each year. They have had a huge impact on me and how I play golf.”

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Outside of soccer, Hoppas also is in Student Council, National Honor Society, Kids4Kids and Blue Crew.

Hoppas is also the Student Body Vice-President.

Hilton said the coaches and previous teammates at Andover have played a significant role in her growth as a player and a person. She has fond memories of her sophomore and junior years, specifically.

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W I C H I TA A R E A L A R G E & S M A L L G I R L S G O L F P O L L W I N N E R S

Bishop Carroll’s Keira Ronsick

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Keira Ronsick of Bishop Carroll was voted the Wichita Large School Girls Golfer of the Year.

Ronsick received over 2,300 votes, which was more than 56 percent of the overall vote.

Loralai Millspaugh of Wichita Trinity was voted the Wichita Small School Girls Golfer of the Year. Millspaugh received over 4,400 votes, which was nearly 62 percent of the overall vote.

I feel honored to be listed amongst such incredible talent,” Ronsick said. “To get the most votes shows that I have an awesome support system who is always behind me. I really feel like everyone on the list deserved to win because I know we all worked really hard to be successful.”

Ronsick finished in a tie for ninth at the 5A Tournament after shooting 82-83.

“I’ve had some ups and downs this season, but’s that’s just golf for you,” Ronsick said. “I played some of my best tournament rounds towards the end of the summer season with at 72-71 finish at the Wichita Junior Girls City Championship.”

Ronsick doesn’t have the distance that some of the other top golfers in the area do, but she focuses

Keira Ronsick more on consistency and course management over distance.

I have improved on my ability to stay positive and keep focused on the course, even when things don’t work out as planned,” Ronsick said.

Not only does Ronsick play golf at Bishop Carroll, but she also carries a 4.0 grade point average and is involved in Carroll’s Student Ambassador program.

Just a junior, Ronsick doesn’t have concrete plans for college, but she hopes to be able to play golf.

“It means a lot to me that I won this by popular vote,” Millspaugh said. “Skills come and go, and some days you play better or worse than others, but support for those who care about you doesn’t leave.

It meant the world to me when my family, friends, family friends, friends of friends, and people I haven’t even seen in years rallied around me to make this dream a reality.”

Millspaugh took seventh at the 3-1A Tournament after shooting 93-84.

“My swing has come a long way in comparison to last year,” Millspaugh said. “While there is still a long way to go, I think that I have improved quite a lot from previous years.”

While Millspaugh continues to hone her physical ability, she is also trying to improve the mental aspect to the game of golf, too.

Loralai Millspaugh “Along with my physical game, I am currently working on my mental game with Adam Tannehill, an excellent mental coach that I am very excited to be working with,” Millspaugh said. “The mental aspect of golf is so integral and it is definitely something to give great care and attention to.”

Millspaugh also is the band captain and drum major at Trinity, as well as participating in the jazz band and advanced art.

While she does not know where she wants to go for college, she does want to play golf and study psychology or criminal investigation.

LANDON HEAD’S SHELTER ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Wichita East’s Caquoy Patterson

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Caquoy Patterson said he fell in love with the game of football in the second grade, and for the same reasons any young person would have in a game as intense as that which takes place on a gridiron.

“Honestly it was just the excitement football gave me,” Patterson said.

“When I’m scoring a touchdown or making a tackle, and then looking up in the stands to see all those people cheering for you is just a different type of feeling.”

Patterson is a senior for the Wichita East High School Aces, and he also runs track in the off season. He said the football season is starting in a somewhat tumultuous way.

“We’ve had some ups and downs so far,” he said. “We are 3-3 on the season. We feel confident, and a lot of folks came into the Garden City game thinking we would lose. So to come out with a win there was big for us, and we are looking forward to making the playoffs.”

As a senior, Patterson said he’s looking to make an impact in more ways than one when it comes to the

Caquoy Patterson benefit of the team.

“I’m pretty confident, because even as a sophomore I was one of the players on the team who had a voice. Coming into my senior year, that’s nothing new. I hype up the younger guys by not taking it easy on them, they might be young but that’s no reason to baby them. I just want to keep going all out every game and playing as hard as I can so we can prove all the haters wrong.”

In his free time, Patterson said he enjoys playing Madden, WarZone, and 2K on his PS4, as well as scrolling through TikTok.

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Central Christian Academy’s Eli Bryant

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Stockstill is already attending WSU Tech, while still being in high school.

He is taking classes in Police Science.

Next year he will be bowling at Newman University and plans to major in criminal justice, with a minor in psychology. He hopes to get his Master’s Degree in Intelligence Analysis from Michigan State.

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Outside of bowling, Stockstill also is a member of the Madrigals and concert choir.

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“I currently work with Pat Henry, who is my private coach,” Stockstill said. “I bowl in multiple leagues each week and practice in between.

I currently bowl at West Acres and Northrock. I am always practicing on areas to improve my game.”

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Outside of bowling, Bryant is also the captain on CCA’s Scholar’s Bowl team and a member of the student council.

Last season, Stockstill finished 15th at the 5-1A Tournament and was a regional champion and he has put in work in the offseason to have an even better season in 2022.

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“I bowl all year around, I would say four to five times a week,” Bryant said. “I’m in different leagues and tournaments during the summer, to help prepare for the high school season.”

“I started bowling when I was seven through a 101 class at West Acres,” Stockstill said. “For several summers, I bowled a Summer Pizza League with my family. Right before my 8th-grade year, I knew I wanted to bowl in High School for Eisenhower.”

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Bryant has had several notable accomplishments in his bowling career, including being the twotime Kansas City Open titles, as well as finishing second place two times. Bryant also was runner-up in the JOMA Challenge in 2018.

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Kyler Stockstill of Eisenhower was chosen as the JOMA Bowler of the Month for October. Stockstill had the second highest series average (731) on the Tigers’ team last season.

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Eli Bryant of Central Christian Academy was chosen as the JOMA Bowler of the Month for October. Bryant was second on the Lions team in scoring average last year with a 571.

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WICHITA AREA SPOTLIGHT

Cheney Volleyball Coach Sarah Walkup

By Travis Sloat Sara Walkup just eclipsed 400 wins with her volleyball players at Cheney High School, but the first thing she said was that she didn’t want the article written about her, just the great volleyball program she’s a part of.

“I’d like you to write about the great program at Cheney,” Walkup said. “Not about me or my number of wins. The girls are the ones who do all the work.”

As a three-sport athlete from Caldwell, Walkup said she didn’t want to not be a part of volleyball anymore, so coaching came naturally.

“I went into coaching to spread my love of the game to other young girls like myself,” she said. “I love being from a small town, and I think that’s why I love the school here at Cheney so much. All these girls are three sport athletes like I was, just trying to be the best they can be at all of them.”

As much as it pains her to talk about the road to 400 wins, Walkup insisted that someone, somewhere, had counted wrong.

“I tried to tell everyone making a big deal out of it that they were wrong, and that surely it couldn’t be 400 yet,” she said. “It’s honestly just a testament to the girls I have coached over the last 13 years. They have all had an impact on the program, and the future of volleyball here in Cheney. One of the neatest things is seeing girls who watched us compete at state as little kids become the next volleyball star at Cheney and watching them grow into great humans as well as volleyball players.”

Walkup said her advice to coaches trying to

Coach Sarah Walkup get to 400 is simple: don’t focus on getting to 400.

“My biggest goal as a coach is to inspire the girls to be the best they can be while learning the game of volleyball, and also having fun at the same time,” she said. “We always have lots of team bonding so the girls can really have a good time together, laugh, and make memories. But they all know that when it comes to practice and games, they better hustle and get after it, or they will be running. I think showing them a personal side to you as the coach and developing a relationship with the team makes them respect you as a coach and makes them internally motivated to win. It’s not just because of what you say and do.”

KEN GOOCH’S SHELTER ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Belle Plaine’s Nolan Reynolds

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Nolan Reynolds of Belle Plaine High School was chosen as the Shelter Insurance Athlete of the Month for October. Reynolds is an offensive and defensive lineman for the Dragons.

“It means a lot to be chosen out of our group of talented guys,” Reynolds said. “It’s an honor because I know any of the athletes on our team could be given this award just as I have received it.”

my job and focus on providing this team with the best possible opportunities we can get.”

“I want to achieve first team allleague this year for my position and really prove to myself that I am worth all of the hard work I’ve put in over the years,” Reynolds said. “Individually speaking, I’m just trying to do

Next year, unless the perfect offer comes along, Reynolds plans to attend Wichita State University to study Exercise Science, with the hope of getting his Chiropractic doctorate degree from Cleveland University in Kansas City.

Last season, Reynolds was a second team All-League selection as an offensive lineman and he has bigger plans this season.

Nolan Reynolds

Reynolds also plays baseball at Belle Plaine and outside of sports participates in National Honors Society and FACCLA.

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Thengvall Brothers

Jack Judkins

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By Travis Sloat For some, being placed on lockdown due to COVID-19 was a curse.

Kapaun Mt. Carmel Sophomore Jack Judkins turned it into an opportunity to fall in love with three of his favorite sports: golf, tennis, and swimming.

“I fell in love with all three of them in the eighth grade,” Judkins said. “Because that’s what I did when I had all my free time during COVID-19. I’m not currently in a season for school athletics, but I’m doing club swim, and I’m practicing golf and tennis outside school as well.”

As for role models, Judkins said only the best will do, and it’s hard to get much better than an Olympic gold medalist.

“I try to model my swimming game after Ryan Murphy and Caleb Dressed,” he said. “Because Ryan is a backstroke swimmer and Caleb is a freestyle. Both of those guys have influenced how I swim, and if I can one day be as successful as them, I’ll be happy.”

As a sophomore, Judkins will be the first to admit that stepping onto the court or into the pool with the

Whatever the athletics team at Kapaun Mt. Carmel, there’s a good chance you’re going to find the last name Thengvall on the roster. The three boys, Henry (Sr.), Nathan (So.), and William (So.) play football, basketball, and track.

Emily Thengvall, the boys’ mother, said even though the young men are super competitive on the fields and courts of their choosing, that competitiveness usually gets left on the front porch when they come home. “Honestly, we’re pretty fortunate, because of the three boys competing for the same team or at least at similar competitive levels, we see more strengthened bonds of loyalty and brotherhood at home rather than the opposite,” Thengvall said.

“That’s not to say that everyone is on their best behavior here… there are times at dinner they’re dissecting each other’s decision in a play or a crucial moment of a game that things get heated around the dinner table, but all in all in makes life more fun to play and compete together.”

The Thengvall family does have a younger sibling, a daughter named Ellie, who the family

Thengvall Brothers recently discovered was a little put out by those conversations.

“One of my favorite conversations with Ellie recently was about our dinnertime discussion where we found out that Ellie was fed up with the conversations surrounding Kapaun football, Thengvall laughed.

Thengvall said in their free time, the boys not only relax, but also manage to work together running their own business.

“The boys love to travel, eat a great meal, hike when we’re in Arizona, and play golf in the summer,” she said. “Henry loves a good book. The three boys own and operate a lawn care business from early spring through the late fall. It may not be something they totally enjoy in their free time, but outside of sports and classwork, it occupies a lot of their free time.”

Jack Judkins older athletes can be somewhat intimidating, but he said that’s not what he’s thinking about as he gets ready to compete.

“I find it exciting that I get the opportunity to race kids who are older than me,” Judkins said.

“That’s how I deal with it. My older teammates have taught me how to balance school with athletics, and that has helped me out a lot too. I hope one day I get the chance to be as good of a role model to others as they have been to me.”

In his free time, Judkins said he likes to hang out with friends the most.

Bryson and Dylan Hamilton

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Bryson and Dylan Hamilton are in their junior and sophomore years respectively. Both are members of the varsity football team and love playing for the name on the front of the jersey.

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Bryson also participates in track and Knights of the Morning Star while Dylan plays with the basketball and baseball teams.

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“Coach Schartz, because he cares about everyone and wants us to be the best that we can be,”

said Bryson. Dylan added, “my parents because they support and believe in me, also all my coaches for pushing me to be the best possible.”

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Both guys are quick to point out the people who have influenced them in life, on and off the field.

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“The grind of practices and being around my teammates is what I love the most. It’s fun when the hard work pays off on gameday,” Bryson said. “The anticipation for Friday nights, and the high school environment with fans, teammates, coaches is the best,” added Dylan.

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Having a passion to compete comes naturally for the Hamilton’s.

They both love many things about being part of this team and competing.

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“Everyone is fun to be around and never bring anyone down, they remain positive,” said Bryson.

“They are always positive and pick each other up,” Dylan said.

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SCCDAT PLAYER SPOTLIGHT

South Haven’s Grady Howell

Alcohol hurts more than their chances.

By Matt Browning Grady Howell of South Haven was chosen as the SCCDAT Athlete of the Month for October. Howell is a three-sport athlete for the Cardinals.

Howell said playing three sports is not something that is difficult for him, because he tries to devote his entire attention to the sport that is in season and not look ahead to the next season.

It also interrupts key processes of brain development.

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Grady Howell

“It is not difficult to play all three sports,” Howell said. “It is just a passion of mine and I love to do it.”

Howell plays three different positions on offense for the South Haven

football team and led the team in total touchdowns this season.

Injuries plagued the Cardinals this season, Howell said.

“We had a rough season, with us not winning a game,” Howell said. “We have had a couple key guys get hurt

that didn’t help.”

Last season for the basketball team, Howell averaged three points and four rebounds per game and figures to play an even more important role this year.

After graduation, Howell plans to complete the Electrical Power Technology program at Pratt Community College.

TAYLOR ZEKA’S SHELTER ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Mulvane’s Ian Comer

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Ian Comer of Mulvane was chosen as the Mulvane Shelter Athlete of the Month for October. Comer plays football, basketball and baseball for the Wildcats.

Last season, he was an honorable mention all-league linebacker in football, second team all-league forward in basketball and a second team all-league outfielder in baseball.

“It is an honor being chosen as the Mulvane athlete, especially since I am surrounded by many other talented players that could have been chosen from Mulvane,” Comer said.

Much of Comer’s motivation this football season has come from his team’s struggles last

Ian Comer season, where Mulvane went 1-8, which was its first losing season 2014.

“The football season has been going well,” Comer said. “I feel like our team is clicking and playing some of our best football right now. I wanted to redeem ourselves from the terrible season we had last year.”

Ideally, Comer wants to play football or basketball in college, but if the right offer does not come along, he wants to go to the University of Kansas and study to be a physician.

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WICHITA DRIVING SCHOOL PLAYER SPOTLIGHT

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Valley Center’s Heidi Meyer

By Matt Browning Heidi Meyer, who plays volleyball and softball at Valley Center, was chosen as the Wichita Driving School Athlete of the Month for October. Meyer is currently an outside hitter for the Hornets’ volleyball team.

“My experience at Wichita Driving School was very enjoyable,” Meyer said. “I was able to learn so much and then use the information while driving.”

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Meyer also said she would recommend the Wichita Driving School because of all of the information she consumed about driving on and off the road.

I would tell the prospective student to truly take it all in,” Meyer said. “Everything that they are teaching is very useful on the road.”

Outside of playing volleyball and softball at Valley Center, Meyer is

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK Week 3

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5A-Nathan Thengvall of Kapaun Mount Carmel caught five balls for 64 yards and a touchdown in the Crusaders’ 34-17 victory over Wichita Northwest.

5A-Wichita Heights’ Jaden Caldwell recorded 16 tackles, one for a loss, as well as a quarterback hurry in the Falcons’ 54-20 victory over Wichita West.

6A-Derby’s Andon Carpenter recorded seven tackles, two for a loss, and recovered two fumbles in the Panthers’ 44-36 victory over Bishop Carroll.

4A-Circle’s Luke McGinnis threw for 364 yards and five touchdowns as the Thunderbirds took down Augusta 42-35.

3A-Cav Carlgren from Concordia rushed for 117 yards and a touchdown in the Panthers’ 33-14 victory over Beloit.

2A-Trinity Catholic’s Caleb Sanger scored four rushing touchdowns in the Celtics’ 40-0 win over Belle Plaine.

1A-Daniel Fanascht of Remington scored three touchdowns as the Broncos took down Wichita Independent 60-21.

8-Man-Udall’s Jayce Rieth rushed for 116 yards and three touchdowns as the Eagles defeated Cedar Vale-Dexter 60-28.

6A-T.J. Neal from Wichita South threw for 299 yards and six touchdowns, while also recording an interception for a touchdown, as the Titans took down Wichita North 70-0.

4A-Gavin Kiser from Augusta had 250 total yards and two touchdowns in the Orioles’ 2720 victory over Rose Hill.

3A-Concordia’s Keyan Miller rushed for 406 yards and five touchdowns as the Panthers took down Council Grove 83-8.

2A-Collin Dahl of Republic County rushed for 153 yards and three touchdowns, as well as recording an interception, in the Buffaloes 4416 over Maur Hill.

1A-Inman’s Kyler Konrade scored a rushing touchdown and a receiving touchdown in the Teuton’s 40-0 win over Oakley.

8-Man-Dylan Bice from Thunder Ridge rushed for 226 yards and seven touchdowns in the Longhorns 56-8 victory over Lakeside.

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6A-Mercer Thatcher of Derby scored two touchdowns in the Panthers 55-6 victory over Hutchinson.

5A-Maize South’s Evan Cantu racked up 234 yards of offense, while playing barely playing into the second half of the Mavericks’ 68-24 victory over Newton.

4A-Mason Ellis of Mulvane scored five touchdowns (three passing, one rushing, one punt return) in the Wildcats’ 51-6 victory over Coffeyville.

3A-Cheney’s Harrison Voth threw four touchdowns as the Cardinals took down Pratt, 27-14.

2A-Beloit’s Benson Berndt rushed for 245 yards and three touchdowns in the Trojans’ 32-0 victory over Phillipsburg.

1A-Jace Doerkson of Inman threw for 179 yards, as the Teutons took down Plainville, 48-3.

8-Man-Attica/Argonia’s Xander Newberry threw for 328 yards and six touchdowns as the Titans defeated Pretty Prairie 60-12.

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Rachel Bell, KTA Director of Business Services & Customer Relations.

“Teens are in their formative driving years, so creating videos is just one way we hope to instill safe driving behaviors in them.”

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, teen drivers are twice as likely as adult drivers to be involved in a fatal crash. Parents are highly encouraged to talk with their teen about safe driving practices, including seat belt usage and distracted driving.

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In celebration of National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 17-23, the Kansas Turnpike Authority shares the three winning videos from its recent Put the Brakes on Fatalities video contest. These videos were created by Kansas teens to raise awareness about dangerous driving habits.

The winning three videos can be viewed online.

The winning videos were made by students from St. John-Hudson High School and Eudora High School.

“We love to see the thought and creativity that is put into these videos each year,” said

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