Varsity Preview is a preview of varsity sports in the Big Country area. As area athletes, their coaches, and their parents prepare for their varsity season, the magazine offers the opportunity to get a little bit of knowledge of competing teams, and what to expect. Below are the most recent posts – be sure to subscribe to receive a magazine in the mail at the beginning of fall, winter, and spring sports.
Meet the Editor – Al Pickett
Q: Tell us a little about yourself and your history with sports journalism. I grew up in the small town of Council Grove, Kansas, and graduated with a degree in journalism and mass communications from Kansas State University. I played sports in high school and always planned to be a radio play-by-play announcer. That is…
District 13-4A Division II Football Season Outlook: Brownwood
(Photo courtesy of Big Country Preps) First Look Feature: Our 2026 digital preview series covers all 29 Big Country high school sports programs ahead of kickoff on August 28. Pick up the print issue of Varsity Preview on newsstands now, or subscribe to get each issue delivered straight to your mailbox! Brownwood enters the 2026 season looking to build…
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District 8-3A Volleyball Season Outlook: Early
(Photo courtesy of Coach Missy Vaughn) First Look Feature: Our 2026 digital preview series covers all 29 Big Country high school sports programs ahead of kickoff on August 28. Pick up the print issue of Varsity Preview on newsstands now, or subscribe to get each issue delivered straight to your mailbox! Early enters the 2026 volleyball season with high…
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District 7-2A Division II Football Season Outlook: Albany, Cross Plains, Hamlin, Stamford, Winters
(Photo courtesy of Amanda Tabor) First Look Feature: Our 2026 digital preview series covers all 29 Big Country high school sports programs ahead of kickoff on August 28. Pick up the print issue of Varsity Preview on newsstands now, or subscribe to get each issue delivered straight to your mailbox! Albany Albany enters the 2026 season looking to continue…
District 7-2A Division I Football Season Outlook: Bangs, Coleman
(Photo courtesy of Big Country Preps) First Look Feature: Our 2026 digital preview series covers all 29 Big Country high school sports programs ahead of kickoff on August 28. Pick up the print issue of Varsity Preview on newsstands now, or subscribe to get each issue delivered straight to your mailbox! Bangs Bangs enters the 2026 season looking to…
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District 7-3A Volleyball Season Outlook: Comanche, Eastland
(Photo courtesy of Coach Krista Wilcox) First Look Feature: Our 2026 digital preview series covers all 29 Big Country high school sports programs ahead of kickoff on August 28. Pick up the print issue of Varsity Preview on newsstands now, or subscribe to get each issue delivered straight to your mailbox! Comanche Comanche is coming off an outstanding season…
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