Levi Payton

Joined: Dec 13, 2024

Levi’s sports journalism career began in 2005. A Missouri native, he’s won multiple Press Association awards for feature writing and has served as a writer and editor covering high school sports as well as working beats in professional baseball, NCAA football, basketball, baseball and soccer. If you have a good story, he’d love to tell it.

The eighth edition of the MSHSAA Girls Wrestling Championships was one of the most exiting yet.

Red Oak dominated at Goodloe Stadium last season, but a $46.8 million renovation could force the Hawks to play the entire 2026 schedule away from home.

Jackson Spencer runs through Alligator Alley during the World Athletics Cross Country Championships Tallahassee 26 at Apalachee Regional Park on Jan. 10, 2026.

Utah

Jackson Spencer’s final high school cross country season left Utah talking—and now the Herriman senior has earned one of the biggest honors in the sport. Find out how his journey went from state meets to the world stage.

Garfield Heights Bulldogs guard Marcus Johnson (11) drives to the basket during the second quarter of the City of Palms Classic first round game against the Paul VI Panthers at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla., on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025.

Ohio

South Carolina signee Marcus Johnson turned down prep powerhouses and major offers to stay at Garfield Heights. After surpassing 2,200 career points and having his No. 11 jersey retired while still active, his legacy is already cemented.

High School on SI has released the Lone Star State's top 25 high school baseball prospects for the 2025-2026 season. See where the best of the best stack up heading into another competitive season on the diamond.

Texas

Texas high school baseball is stacked this season. From two-way stars to pitchers touching triple digits, our Top 25 rankings spotlight the players who could dominate the 2026 season and make college and MLB scouts take notice.

Texas

High School on SI has released the top 20 player rankings for all players in all classes across the state of Texas. See which players cracked the list inside.

The first edition of the 2026 High School on SI national top 25 baseball rankings is out and the top spot might shock you.

California

High School on SI released the first edition of its 2026 National High School Baseball Top 25 team rankings. The top 10 has some big surprises. See if your favorite team made the list!

Missouri

Missouri districts begin this weekend as the road to the 2026 MSHSAA Wrestling Championships in Columbia takes shape. Here are the contenders and rising stars to watch before state.

Illinois

Mount Carmel star Liam Kelly nearly lost his postseason over a controversial ruling—until a judge stepped in, reviving his bid to defend an IHSA state title.

Levi Payton

Joined: Dec 13, 2024

Missouri Girls' State Wrestling Crowns Decided in Dramatic Finals and Surprising Mat Moments

Dynasties, Perfect Seasons and Razor-Thin Team Race Defined Missouri’s State Wrestling Championships

Kiefer High School’s Ambitious Athletic Project Nears Reality

How Oklahoma’s Aaliyah Chavez Became Texas Basketball’s Biggest Sensation—Before OU

Texas

Red Oak’s $46.8 Million Renovation Could Cost the Hawks Their Home Field

Utah

Jackson Spencer’s Senior Season Just Earned Him One of High School Sports’ Highest Honors

Ohio

Marcus Johnson's Senior Year Was Full of Choices—Now His Jordan Brand No. 11 Jersey Will Never Be Worn Again

Texas

Texas High School Baseball: Top 25 Player Rankings

Texas

Texas High School Softball: Top 20 Player Rankings

California

Top 25 National High School Baseball Rankings—Feb. 13, 2026

Missouri

Missouri Wrestling’s Title Chase Is About to Begin—These Names Could Change Everything

Illinois

Liam Kelly’s Undefeated Season Was Stopped Cold—Then Came a Stunning Courtroom Twist

Texas High School Football Community Reeling After Sudden Offseason Workout Death

St. Louis University High Reveals 2026 Football Schedule—An Early Gauntlet Could Shape the Jr. Bills’ Season

Who Made Team USA? See the Newly Announced 2026 U-18 Women’s National Softball Roster

Missouri High School Stars Take the Super Bowl LX Spotlight—Here’s Who