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1. Article · Sep 23, 2026 · Hannah Whetstone

   Blitz Game of the Week: Derby at Maize (opens the original)

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   WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - One of the most highly anticipated matchups this season is almost here, a big test for two teams in 6A. The Friday Football Blitz Game of the Week features a battle of unbeatens, as the Derby Panthers visit the Maize Eagles. “This is rivalry week,” Derby senior linebacker Taylen Washington said. “So we are coming after it all. I'm not gonna lie.” “This game has been marked on our schedule,” Maize senior wide receiver Ryder Zimmerman said. “We're ready to go.â

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2. Article · Sep 16, 2026 · Hannah Whetstone

   Blitz Game of the Week: Inman at Sterling (opens the original)

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   WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Under Friday night lights, the number one and number two ranked teams in Kansas 1A football will meet — both unbeaten, both with something to prove. The Sterling Black Bears have not lost a football game in 647 days. They look to defend their 1A state championship title from a season ago. While many new faces are stepping up, the goal remains the same. “The goal is a state championship,” Sterling senior quarterback Zac Wohler said. “But we just got to take one gam

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3. Article · Sep 1, 2026 · Hannah Whetstone

   Buildup to the Blitz: Hesston Swathers embracing winning culture (opens the original)

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   This year marks a decade at the helm for Tyson Bauerle, who has continued a winning tradition in Harvey County. Coming off a 6-4 record last season, the Swathers are relying on their experience to bring them success this season. The Swathers return a big group of 15 seniors, many of them with starting experience. "They're committed. They put in a lot of time. A lot of these guys have started since their sophomore year so they know what it takes and now it's just pulling up some of the younger gu

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4. Article · Aug 26, 2026 · Hannah Whetstone

   Buildup to the Blitz: Wichita Southeast looks to put offseason work on display in upcoming season (opens the original)

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   Wichita, Kan. (KAKE) - The Buildup to the Blitz continues with a City League team looking to build off recent success. The Wichita Southeast Golden Buffaloes will hit the field with more pride this fall. "You know, going 7-3, that meant a lot to everybody on the team,” Wichita Southeast Senior Running Back Kedrick Harrison said. The team secured a winning season in 2025, something the program hadn't accomplished since 2008. "I think the kids are playing with a little bit more confidence than

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5. Article · Aug 25, 2026 · Hannah Whetstone

   Buildup to the Blitz: Salina South’s postseason wins fuel 2026 season start (opens the original)

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   SALINA, Kan. (KAKE) - The countdown to kickoff continues with Salina South, a program that hasn't had a winning season since 2014. A season ago, Salina South football saw its postseason run end in the sectional round. It marked an end to the Cougars' season, but it was a catalyst for change. "I have no doubt that that's gonna be us again,” Salina South Senior Middle Linebacker Maddox Girard said. “Hhonestly, it really carried through the summer." Prior to the playoffs, the Cougars held a 1-7

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