2025 McAlester Girls Basketball Preview – Presented by Ira Brinlee – Shelter Insurance
MCALESTER LADY BUFFALOES COACH: Kourtnee Beshears Record: 8-13 OUTLOOK The McAlester Lady Buffaloes are entering the 2025-26 season with renewed energy and a youthful core under sixth-year head coach Kourtnee Beshears, who sees great promise in this growing group of athletes. With a roster loaded with underclassmen, the Lady Buffs are building a foundation for […]
2025 McAlester Boys Basketball Preview – Presented by Ira Brinlee – Shelter Insurance
MCALESTER BUFFALOES COACH: Lou Dawkins Record: 12-12 OUTLOOK The McAlester Buffaloes enter the 2025-26 season with high expectations under first-year head coach Lou Dawkins, who brings a wealth of experience and a winning mindset to the program. After a .500 campaign last year, Dawkins believes this young, talented group has what it takes to turn […]
McAlester Buffaloes – Volleyball Preview – BancFirst of McAlester
McAlester Buffaloes Volleyball Preview The McAlester Buffaloes are set to hit the court in 2025 with a young but motivated roster ready to build on last season’s progress. Coming off a 15-18 record in 2024, head coach Chris Burns is optimistic about the growth and development he sees in this year’s squad. “We are a […]
McAlester Buffaloes Cross Country Teams – Boys & Girls – Presented by Jim Jeffreys, Shelter Insurance
McAlester Buffaloes Cross Country Teams – Boys & Girls The McAlester Buffaloes cross country program is set for an exciting 2025 season, with both the boys and girls teams showing growth and promise under head coach Calvin Neill. With experience returning on the boys’ side and new energy joining the girls’ roster, Neill believes this […]
McAlester High School’s Parker Cochran – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Fenton Nissan
McAlester’s Parker Cochran – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Fenton Nissan For McAlester freshman Parker Cochran, cross country isn’t just about racing—it’s about growth. “Some of my personal goals for this season are to fix my running posture,” Cochran said, setting the tone for how she approaches the sport with a mindset of constant […]
McAlester High School’s Ava Friestad – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Fenton Nissan
McAlester’s Ava Friestad – Dance Spotlight – Presented by Fenton Nissan When the spotlight shines on a competition floor, Ava Friestad reminds herself that the journey matters as much as the performance. “When I step on the floor for a performance, I assure myself that all of our hard practice was for this moment and […]
McAlester High School’s Gracelinn Douglas – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Josh Hass Insurance
Leadership is something Gracelinn Douglas takes to heart as a captain for McAlester cheer. “My personal goals are to lead by example and bring positive aspects to the team,” she said. That attitude has shaped her approach not just to cheer, but to how she inspires those around her. One of the most exciting changes […]
McAlester High School’s Crawford Hester – Football Spotlight – Presented by Josh Hass Insurance
CRAWFORD HESTER-MCALESTER You hear coaches talk a lot about “program kids”. These are players that have generally played in the shadows but have stuck with the game and given it all for their team. McAlester senior lineman Crawford Hester is one of those guys as new coach Jeff Craig explained. “Crawford is one of those […]
McAlester High School’s Aubrey Bailey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Patriot Auto of McAlester
Early mornings and relentless preparation have defined Aubrey Bailey’s senior year as a leader on the McAlester High School dance team. “We practice before school every morning! Sometimes we start as early as 6:30!” she said. That discipline has built not only stamina but also a championship mindset, something Bailey and her teammates take pride […]
McAlester High School’s Andyn Angeli – Football Spotlight – Presented by Patriot Auto of McAlester
McAlester’s Andyn Angeli – Football Spotlight Heading into his senior season, McAlester’s Andyn Angeli is locked in on growth and consistency. “My personal goals are to improve both physically and mentally,” Angeli said. “I want to push myself to be more consistent, stay disciplined in my training, and be a stronger leader for my team. […]