The fans have spoken and after weeks of online polls, you the fans have selected your Fan’s Choice Team for the 2026 high school football season.
OFFENSE
QB – Conner Hess – Salina
A two-way player for Salina, Conner Hess steps on the scale at 174-pounds at 5-foot-10 at the quarterback position. Hess can hurt a defense with his arm or legs as he has developed into a solid runner.
RB – Nathan Russell – Oaks Mission
An important piece to the offensive puzzle for the Oaks Mission coaching staff, Nathan Russell rushed for 350 yards and three touchdowns last season. Russell will help set the tone for the offense this season.
WR/TE – Trenton Phillippe – Salina
A true slot receiver, Trenton Phillippe accounted for 481 receiving yards in 2025. His play allows teammate Conner Hess to make good decisions with the ball. Look for Phillippe to make a big splash this season.
OL – Joe Starr – Kansas
Joe is a good young man who exemplifies everything we want to be about as a program. He is filled with Kansas spirit and supports his teammates and classmates in the right manner. He models consistency and great work ethic every day. Joe was a team captain for us as a sophomore and we expect his leadership to continue to shine for years to come. He is heavily involved in Kansas FFA and serves as an officer. Joe is one of the most positive, high-energy individuals I have come across and his infectious personality rubs off on all he comes across. – coach Dylan Terry.
DEFENSE
DL – Jeffry Moreno – Colcord
Senior leader who plays OL/DL. He is tough, great leader who is always there. He is someone who never has a bad day and puts the team 1st. Jeff has played heavily on the varsity squad since he was a freshman.
LB – Kane Douglas – Pryor
If it’s production you like at linebacker look no further than Pryor’s Kane Douglas. Last season the 6-foot, 205-pound heat-seeking missile accounted for 80 tackles, nine for a loss.
DB – Aiden Graham – Kansas
Another two-way player for the Comets, Aiden Graham is a 5-foot-11, 170-pound defensive back with a ton of experience and a nose for the football. The senior will make a big impact for Kansas this season.
