TO THE STARS: This week, we travel to Larned, Kansas, for where history and small town charm meet. | https://www.kwch.com/sponsored/to-the-stars/ #kwch12 | KWCH 12 News

2025 Sports in Kansas 6A Offensive Player of the Year: Syre Padilla, Gardner-Edgerton🏈, Sr. RB A remarkable season ends with 2,882 rushing yards, 43 touchdowns, 240.2 yards per game and an incredible 10.8 yards per carry. Padilla set the single-season rushing record for head coach Jesse Owen. He led the state in rushing yards and finished 17th nationally. A Pittsburg State commit, Padilla was once again the engine of one of the most physical offenses in Kansas. He was also named earlier this we

2025 Sports in Kansas Special Teams Player of the Year Sam Keely – Olathe Northwest – Junior (6’1”, 165, K/P) Olathe Northwest junior kicker/punter Sam Keely helped power the Ravens to a 6A state runner-up finish in 2025, earning recognition as one of the top specialists in Kansas. Keely delivered in pressure moments throughout the season, connecting on 8 of 12 field goals (long of 46) while also going 56 of 58 on PATs and scoring 100 career points. Known for his accuracy, calm mentality, and co

Olathe West (6A🏐) Olathe West volleyball is 2-0 in the Sunflower League, defeating Olathe North and Shawnee Mission South this past week. Led by Head Coach Amy Hoffsommer, the Owls move to a 5-1 overall record, looking for a state championship after finishing in 3rd place last year. Emma Hale was at their practice and got to catch up with Coach Hoffsommer, Senior Ella Stowell (Colorado State commit), Senior Neely Leathers (Air Force commit), and Senior Cami Sher (Xavier commit). | Sports in Kan

7.2K views · 29 reactions | Olathe Northwest advances to the 6A semifinals in Salina after going 2-1 in Pool II. The Ravens fell to Blue Valley West 17-25, 15-25, then defeated Wichita Northwest 23-25, 25-15, 25-17, and topped Manhattan 25-18, 25-16. Head coach Riley Shinkle has ONW moving on to Championship Saturday. Jason Lamb caught up with her after they punched their ticket to the semis. #SportsInKansas  | Sports in Kansas | Facebook