Vinita Hornets – Wrestling Preview – Presented by Welch State Bank
VINITA WRESTLING BOYS Coach: DANNY HICKS OUTLOOK There is optimism surrounding the Vinita wrestling program as coach Danny Hicks is preparing his team for the long, grueling season on the mat. “The Hornets swarm into the 2025-26 season with a roster full of young talent. The Hornets will be led by senior, Luke Prince a […]
Fairland’s Max Stephens – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Nichols-Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services
Fairland’s Max Stephens By Elizabeth Contreras For the first time in a century, Fairland boys basketball punched its ticket to the state tournament, a milestone that brought chills, pride and an unforgettable sense of accomplishment to the entire community. Among the athletes who helped make history is Max Stephens, a key contributor known for his […]
Fairland’s Fallon Kinsey – Basketball Spotlight
Fairland’s Fallon Kinsey As the new basketball season arrives, players like Fairland High School’s Fallon Kinsey has worked all summer putting up shots and working on her game. Only a freshman, Kinsey plays the position of point guard and is expected to come in and help the Lady Owls. Kinsey said she loves being part […]
Q&A with Jay’s Peyton Stump – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Goodfella’s Pizzeria
9Qs with Jay’s Peyton Stump VYPE: Peyton, what is your job on the cheer squad at JHS? Peyton Stump: I’m a flyer. My job is to stay tight in the air and to get the crowd pumped up throughout the game! VYPE: What grade did you start cheering and what grade are you in now? […]
Fairland’s Calli Moncada – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Tristate Insurance
Fairland’s Calli Moncada By Ivy Knapp Ever since first grade, basketball has been a big part of Calli Moncada’s life. She grew up watching high school games with her family and fell in love with the sport. Watching high school basketball gave her the motivation to start playing herself, and she’s been playing ever since. […]
Q&A with Ketchum’s Superintendent Joy Taylor – Presented by Courtside Benefits Group, LLC
Superintendent Spotlight – Joy Taylor, Ketchum Public Schools In 2017, Joy Taylor accepted the position of Superintendent of Ketchum Public Schools, and she has not looked back. We caught up with Joy Taylor to learn more about her journey and what she loves about the work. VYPE: What was your position prior to taking the […]
Ketchum Lady Warriors – Basketball Preview – Presented by BancFirst Ketchum
KETCHUM LADY WARRIOS Coach: SAVANNAH BROWN 2024-25 Record: 6-17 OUTLOOK As head coach Savannah Brown enters the new season, there are a few questions surrounding the program and how the team shapes up this season. One thing is certain, the team will be young and looking to improve with every outing. One senior is back […]
Ketchum Warriors – Basketball Preview – Presented by BancFirst Ketchum
KETCHUM WARRIORS Coach: SAM BANKER 2024-25 Record: 18-10 OUTLOOK Graduation has taken its toll on the Warriors basketball team, but head coach Sam Banker believes the team is coming together with some fresh faces and players in new roles. “We lost several key players from last year’s team, but we are very excited about the […]
Grove’s Dax Collins – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Nu Taste Restaurant
Grove’s Dax Collins By Mike Moguin Grove High School sophomore Dax Collins is mostly proud of the memory of being coached by his dad. The best advice anyone has given also comes from his father. “He told me to work hard when no one’s watching,” said Collins, who also runs for the Grove track team. Playing […]
Q&A With Grove’s Jaxyn Berryman – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Mark Lee, Shelter Insurance
Jaxyn Berryman – Grove HS VYPE: Jaxyn, what grade are you in this year and what do you love most about your teammates at Grove HS? Jaxyn Berryman: I am a sophomore. What I love about my teammates most is how hard we work together and getting to experience our success in the little moments […]