By Matt Browning
Cason Richardson of Hesston was voted as the Wichita Small School Preseason Player of the Year. Richardson received over 30,000 votes, which was 54 percent of the overall vote.
“For me, it’s an honor to be on the list of players to begin with,” Richardson said. “There are so many other great players that didn’t make the list, it means a lot.”
Last season as a sophomore, Richardson was a first team all-league and honorable mention all-league selection. He led the Swathers in scoring with 17 points per game. He also averaged five rebounds and three assists per game.
Richardson said one of the main things he is looking forward to this year is just the opportunity to play, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“With everything going on, it’s a blessing to have a season at the moment,” Richardson said. “I’m also looking forward to continuing building relationships within the team and continuing our journey towards a state championship.”
Richardson also participates in track and field and outside of athletics he is involved in Future Business Leaders of America and Future Christian Athletes.
At this time, Richardson is