Washington’s Ganon Springer – Golf Spotlight – Presented by Hal Smith Restaurants
Washington’s Ganon Springer Washington High junior golfer Ganon Springer traces his love for the game back to family. He credits his grandfather, whom he calls “Grandpa Cobb,” for first putting a club in his hands and for showing him what hard work looks like on and off the course. “I would say my grandpa Cobb, […]
Washington’s Jax Mitchell – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central
Washington’s Jax Mitchell Jax Mitchell does not have to think long when he’s asked what makes his team special. “My favorite thing about my team is how we all clown around with each other. We are all great friends,” Mitchell said. That easy chemistry shows up on the court, where the Washington High School […]
Q&A with Washington’s Liam Keltner – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central
Washington’s Liam Keltner VYPE: Liam, what position are you playing and what makes that spot tough to master? Liam Keltner: I play shortstop and the toughest thing about my position is having to know everything that is going on and being able to communicate to everyone throughout the whole field. VYPE: Tell us your favorite […]
Purcell’s Kaylin Vazquez – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Purcell’s Kaylin Vazquez Shortstop Kaylin Vazquez has built her reputation at Purcell High School on defense, leadership and a deep appreciation for the mental side of softball. A multi-sport athlete and campus leader, she has emerged as one of the Dragons’ most dependable infielders and competitors. Vazquez anchors the infield at shortstop, a position she […]
Washington’s Presley Lucas – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Washington’s Presley Lucas Softball player Presley Lucas has built her game on power at the plate, steady leadership and a faith-driven approach that shapes everything she does for Washington High School. Lucas serves as the designated player for Washington, focusing solely on hitting but embracing a larger role as a vocal presence in the dugout. […]
Washington’s Jackson Rico – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Washington’s Jackson Rico Washington High School senior Jackson Rico has built his baseball career on faith, family and a relentless work ethic, emerging as one of the Warriors’ most steady competitors on the mound and in the clubhouse. Rico, a pitcher and multi-sport athlete for Washington, said the culture around the program is a driving […]
Washington’s Kelby Beller & Preslee Johnson – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by The First National Bank & Trust Co
Washington’s Kelby Beller & Preslee Johnson Kelby Dawn Beller and Preslee Johnson are seniors at Washington High School who have a long history of playing basketball together. Their journey started in elementary school, making them a strong duo on the court. Beller is a point guard and Johnson is a shooting guard. Beller enjoys creating shots for her […]
Washington’s Creed Barrett – Football Spotlight – Presented by Abby Sizelove- Shelter Insurance
Washington’s Creed Barrett By Ivy Knapp Washington football player, Creed Barrett, has grown up around the sport. He still remembers the moment that pulled him toward football. “I started playing football in 3rd grade, and I used to watch my dad’s highlights when I was little,” he said. “That really is what made me want […]
Q&A with Washington’s Evan Wells – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Washington’s Evan Wells VYPE: What is your favorite part about basketball and why? Evan Wells: My favorite part of basketball is the teamwork moments like when you’re in a fast break and there is perfect passing that ends in an easy bucket. VYPE: What life lessons or skills has your sport taught you that you use in your […]
Washington’s Hudson Gann – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Washington’s Hudson Gann By Ivy Knapp For Hudson Gann, basketball has always felt like something that came naturally to him, even back when he was just shooting around in the driveway with his dad. Now a sophomore at Washington High School, he says those early moments of working to continuously get better are what first […]