By Matt Browning

Dalton Caraway from Goddard was voted as the Wichita Large Schools Preseason Defensive Back of the Year. Caraway received over 6,000 votes, which was good for 46 percent of the overall votes.

“It’s nice to be recognized as a top player even after the season we had last year,” Caraway said. “The other guys nominated are all very good football players and I’m glad to be nominated with them.”

Last season, Caraway was a second team all-league selection where he recorded 49 tackles, three interceptions and a fumble recovery.

This season, Caraway is excited about the direction of the Lions, who are ranked in VYPE’s Wichita Large Schools Power Rankings.

“Our season has been solid so far and with my strong team I feel we can only get better,” Caraway said. “Individually I’m working on being the best player I can be and helping my team be successful.”

The hope for Caraway after high school is to play football somewhere.

At this time my plans are to attend college,” Caraway said. “And if I’m fortunate to play football somewhere, that would be a great opportunity.”