WICHITA — The Doniphan West High School track and field team closed out its season with strong performances at the KSHSAA State Championships, held May 30–31 at Cessna Stadium on the campus of Wichita State University. Several athletes advanced to finals, broke school records, and earned top finishes against the best in Class 2A.
The Doniphan West High School baseball team capped off an impressive season with a strong showing in the Class 2-1A Regional Tournament.
WINCHESTER, KANSAS — The Doniphan West High School track and field team performed excellently at the Class 2A Regional Meet held Thursday, May 22, at Jefferson County North High School. The girls’ team claimed the Regional Championship, and several Mustangs earned the chance to compete at the KSHSAA State Track & Field Championships, set for May 30–31 at Cessna Stadium at Wichita State University.
The Doniphan West High School track and field team turned in another strong showing at the Twin Valley League Track Meet on Thursday, May 15, at Washington County. The girls’ team placed fourth overall, and the boys earned ninth, as several Mustangs hit personal records and delivered top finishes across a variety of events.
DWHS varsity Mustangs held off a late surge to secure a 9-7 win over ACCHS on Saturday, May 3. The Mustangs built a five-run lead by the third inning and stayed ahead despite a strong comeback attempt.
The Doniphan West High School Mustangs had a standout week on the track, delivering powerful performances at two key meets. The team first competed at their home invitational at Highland Community College on Tuesday, April 29, and followed it up with another strong showing at St. Marys on Friday, May 2. Multiple athletes placed in the top three, with several personal and season records set.
On Thursday, April 3, the Doniphan West Mustangs softball team hosted Maur Hill-Troy and split the doubleheader, falling just short in game one before bouncing back with a dominant win in game two. GameChanger Media reported the following information:
The DWHS track season started at the Falls City meet on Tuesday, April 1, with several top placings and personal bests.
The Doniphan West Lady Mustangs are headed to the Class 2A state tournament after a hard-fought 39-35 victory over Wabaunsee in the sub-state championship played at Valley Heights on Saturday, March 8.
Doniphan West High School’s Layla Kuhnert delivered an impressive performance at the KSHSAA Girls 3-1A State Wrestling Championship, held at Gross Memorial Coliseum in Hays, Kansas, on February 28 and March 1. Competing in the 190-pound weight class, Kuhnert finished in 3rd place.