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The Pratt Greenbacks put together a comprehensive masterclass on Friday night, utterly destroying the Lyons Lions 63-0 to close out the regular season. The victory brings Pratt to an even 4-4 overall record and gives them serious momentum heading into the playoffs. The Greenbacks overwhelmed the Lions on both sides of the ball, racking up 400 yards of total offense on 37 plays while completely stifling Lyons to just 73 total yards. The defining performance of the night

The Pratt Greenbacks traveled to Cheney hoping to secure a crucial non-district victory, but the Cardinals had other plans. Propelled by a relentless offensive attack led by Sam Johnson and a huge first half, Cheney handed Pratt a decisive 52-14 defeat. The Greenbacks struggled from the opening whistle to contain Johnson, who proved to be a dual-threat nightmare. Johnson racked up 145 rushing yards and four touchdowns on just 12 carries, while efficiently adding 155 yards and

The Pratt Greenbacks put on a masterclass on both sides of the ball, cruising to a dominant 51-0 victory over the Nickerson Panthers. The Greenbacks completely overwhelmed the Panthers, outgaining them 413 total yards to 75 while forcing a shutout. A historic milestone highlighted the offensive explosion: with a 1-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter, Caleb Strong officially became the all-time leader in career touchdown receptions for Pratt High School. Quarter-by-

It was a festive Homecoming week at Zerger Field, but the visiting Hoisington Cardinals proved to be a formidable test under the Friday night lights, handing the Pratt Greenbacks a 40-16 setback. Milestone Spotlight During the contest, senior wide receiver Caleb Strong reached a historic milestone. His 16-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter marked the 14th receiving touchdown of his career, tying him with Eric Depew (1999–2001) for the most career touchdown recepti

play are rarely pretty, and Friday night at Larned was proof positive. Facing a physical, ball-control Larned squad, the Pratt Greenbacks leaned on clutch air strikes from quarterback Max Thimesch, timely two-way heroics from Caleb Strong, and a brick-wall defensive stop in the final minutes to secure a hard-fought 20–14 victory over the Indians. With the ground game forced to earn every inch, Pratt proved they could find other ways to win, riding three passing touchdowns and

It was a historic, emotion-filled night under the Friday night lights in Pratt as the Greenbacks hosted Hesston. Beyond the action on the field, the community gathered to celebrate a monumental night for Greenback football history: honoring legendary former head coach Jim Lewis (who led the program from 1964 to 1979) and announcing the official renaming of the PHS Senior Athlete of the Year award to the Coach Jim Lewis Senior Athlete of the Year award, complete with an accomp

HAVEN, Kan. — In a wild, back-and-forth classic that featured 83 combined points, over 890 yards of total offense, and momentum shifts at every turn, the Pratt Greenbacks came up just one point short on the road, falling 42–41 to the Haven Wildcats in overtime. The Greenbacks (41 points, 517 yards of offense) delivered blow after blow on the ground and through the air, but the Wildcats clawed back from a 15-point second-half deficit and converted the decisive extra point in e

If you like explosive ground attacks, bone-rattling defense, and big-play fireworks, this matchup delivered in spades. Behind a relentless rushing performance, the Pratt Greenbacks pulled away to defeat the Circle Thunderbirds, 36–14. Pratt didn't spend much time taking to the air—they didn't need to. The Greenbacks ripped off 448 yards on the ground at an astounding 15.4 yards per carry, overwhelming Circle with breakaway runs and timely defensive stands. Here is the full br

The wait is officially over. Fall is in the air, the Friday Night Lights are ready to flick on across Kansas, and Week 1 of high school football has arrived. To kick off the 2026 season, I sat down with Pratt High School head football coach Brent Hoelting for the debut episode of this year's Coaches Show. From off-season gains in the weight room to breaking in a brand-new field—and facing an unfamiliar Week 1 opponent—here is everything you need to know heading into Friday’s

08-31/2026 - County Commision Meeting Recap: If you want a real snapshot of how small-town wheels keep turning, you don’t look at statehouse speeches or national headlines—you tune in to a Monday morning county commission meeting. This week in Pratt County, the agenda covered everything that keeps our corner of Kansas running: workers’ comp risk pools, keeping county equipment turning, routine raises for the guys out in the dirt, and our collective battle with August weather.

1. The Foundational Identity: 1896–1924 In the late 19th century, institutional branding served as a primary vehicle for fostering school spirit and establishing rigid internal hierarchies. During this era, school colors were not merely aesthetic choices but functioned as vital tools for organizational structure, demarcating boundaries between student cohorts and creating a shared sense of purpose. The VanHoose Era The formal visual identity of the institution began in 1896 u

Dr. Larry Grogin’s 100 Marathons in 100 Days Stops in Pratt A chance encounter on a morning commute turned into one of the most inspiring conversations on the Eastes Media podcast. After spotting a distinctive support vehicle in Pratt, fielding a call from the Chamber of Commerce, and finding the crew parked right outside Legends Pub & Grille, Cody Eastes sat down with endurance athlete and chiropractor Dr. Larry Grogin on Day 59 of his transcontinental journey: running 100 m

Watch the Full Episode When people hear the word “Olympian,” the conversation often jumps straight to a single moment: Did you win gold?But as high jump legend and Pratt resident Nathan Leeper shared in a recent sit-down on the Eastes Media podcast, focusing only on a single weekend every four years misses the real story—a decorated, six-year career built on relentless work ethic, meticulous preparation, and small-town Kansas roots. Small-Town Foundations in Protection, Kansa

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