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Rugged First Half Hampers Hutchinson in Loss to Derby

By Brad Hallier HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson High was oh so close to beating Derby last season, which would have snapped a losing streak to the Salthawks' rival that dates back to 2014.The Salthawks had more first downs and more yardage than Derby in Friday's... Read More.

Trinity Catholic Handles Ellinwood in 1A District Opener

By Brad Hallier ELLINWOOD, Kan. - Playing in one of the most balanced districts in all of Kansas, Trinity Catholic got their district season off to a strong start Friday, routing previously undefeated Ellinwood 35-8.It was the Class 1A District 7 opener for both teams.... Read More.

Junction City Pulls Away Late for Win over McPherson

By Brad Hallier MCPHERSON, Kan. - Say this much for McPherson football. The Bullpups don't believe in playing a light non-conference schedule.The Bullpups fell to 1-2 on Friday after losing 27-2 to Class 6A Junction City. This loss comes two weeks after a loss to... Read More.

Hoisington’s Strong Start Carries Cardinals past Lyons

By Brad Hallier HOISINGTON, Kan. - Hoisington had no let up to its undefeated start Friday, as the Cardinals scored on their first five possessions in upending Lyons 60-0 in Hoisington.Tony Moore opened the scoring on a 46-yard touchdown run, and then he hooked up... Read More.

Salthawk Sports Roundup: Boys Soccer Competes Well in Wichita

By Brad Hallier The Hutchinson High boys soccer team continued to impress through the Titan Classic early-season tournament in Wichita.The Salthawks went 1-2 and in sixth place at the Titan, but they played well against stiff competition. Hutch started the tournament with a hard-fought 4-3... Read More.

Trinity Catholic Dominant in First win of Season

By Brad Hallier WHITEWATER, Kan. - A change in personnel helped lead Trinity Catholic to its first win of the young season on Friday at Whitewater.Senior Eric Armour moved to running back and wide receiver, while sophomore Drew Dechant went to quarterback, and the move... Read More.

Larned Jumps to Early Lead in Routing Lyons

By Brad Hallier LYONS, Kan. - Larned scored 22 first-quarter points and didn't relent Friday, as the Indians routed Lyons 60-0.Luke Fisher led a punishing ground attack for Larned, as he finished with 152 rushing yards on just 15 carries and three touchdowns.Brady Hope added... Read More.

Buhler Avenges Loss to Circle

By Brad Hallier BUHLER, Kan. - A bitter loss to Circle, Buhler's first ever, set the tone for both teams last season. Buhler hopes for a similar outcome this season.Buhler scored the first 14 points Friday, and then had a monumental goal-line stand in the... Read More.

Salthawks Derail Newton in Lopsided Win

By Brad Hallier HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A week after suffering one of their most puzzling losses this century, the Hutchinson High football team came back Friday more than perturbed.A group of angry Salthawks scored early and often and blasted Newton 50-7 on Friday at Gowans... Read More.