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The Kansas High School Boys Tennis State Championships showcased exceptional talents from the Wichita area, with Andover clinching a historic second team state championship and other local schools like Bishop Carroll and Wichita Collegiate excelling in their categories. Andover’s Andrew Chan and Isaac Homan conquered the doubles title, while Collegiate secured their 28th championship, highlighting the impressive performances across divisions. The competitive spirit and skills of young tennis players in the region shone brightly throughout the tournament.

Wichita Area Dominates at Kansas High School Boys Tennis State Championships

This past weekend, the Wichita area made quite the splash as local high schools showcased their talent at the Kansas High School Boys Tennis State Championships. Schools like Andover, Collegiate, and Winfield all brought home impressive accolades, making for an exciting competition filled with thrilling matches and standout performances.

Andover’s Historic Triumph

Andover truly shined, claiming its second team state championship in history at the Class 5A state tournament with a total of 33 points. What many saw as a tough road to victory, Andover had a big advantage coming in from the regional tournament, which many referred to as the “region of death” due to its fierce competition.

A notable highlight for Andover was that they were the only program able to send three entries to the Class 5A state tournament. The dynamic duo of sophomore Andrew Chan and senior Isaac Homan became heroes as they clinched the doubles title for the team. Their remarkable journey this season saw them not lose a match in the final month, a stunning comeback from placing third at a tournament in Kansas City earlier that year.

The finals were intense as Chan and Homan faced off against the Kapaun Mt. Carmel duo of junior John Korfhage and senior Trey Lacy, winning decisively with scores of 6-3, 6-4. Andover’s success didn’t rest solely on the doubles team; junior Lad Oborny grabbed seventh place in singles, while seniors Pierce Anderson and John Rather secured sixth in doubles. This collective performance secured Andover’s impressive victory.

Bishop Carroll and Andover Central Shine

Close on Andover’s heels was Bishop Carroll, finishing second with 23 points. A freshman sensation, Brandon Steven, placed third in singles after a notable upset against defending champion Sanjay Rajkumar. Meanwhile, Andover Central rounded out the top rankings with 21 points, supported by their doubles team snagging a third-place finish.

Local athletes continued to shine, with Arkansas City’s Dawson O’Donnell landing second in singles and Eisenhower’s Kyle King taking eighth place. The competition in this year’s championships highlighted the hard work and talent of these young athletes.

Wichita Collegiate Remains Unstoppable

Not to be left out, Wichita Collegiate captured their 28th state championship at the Class 3-1A tournament with a remarkable total of 58 points. The Collegiate team exhibited incredible skill with champions in both singles and doubles events, complemented by a runner-up finish in singles.

The standout performers were the Drumright brothers, senior Carter and sophomore Maddox, who retained their doubles title with a flawless record of 25-0. In an equally thrilling match, junior Charlie Gentile clinched the singles state title, edging out freshman Amir Khicha in a closely contested face-off.

Adding to the day’s excitement, Conway Springs finished second with 24 points, showcasing senior Levi Mies who placed seventh in singles. Classes were filled with talent as Buhler’s Davian Spies marked his legacy as a three-time state champion by winning the 4A singles title.

Winfield and Parsons Share the Glory

In a surprise twist, Winfield and Parsons ended their competition with a shared victory in the 4A team title, both teams tallying 29 points. Winfield’s hopes were placed on the doubles team of Jackson Davis and Adam Everett, who earned the prestigious runners-up spots. The excitement didn’t stop there, as Maize finished fourth in the Class 6A standings with 16 points, thanks to senior Hayden Herrera’s sixth-place finish in singles.

All in all, this year’s Kansas high school boys tennis championships truly showcased the remarkable talent of local athletes across various divisions. With a mix of fierce competition and exhilarating performances, it is clear that the future of tennis in the Wichita area looks bright!

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