McAlester’s Jordan Clark – Football Spotlight – Presented by Arvest Bank
McAlester High senior Jordan Clark has an optimistic eye out for the 2025 football season with a new coach calling the shots in Jeff Craig. “Coach Craig was around at the end of the school year during morning weightlifting and we kind of got to know him. Us seniors were a little worried at first […]
SE Area Underclassmen to Watch – Presented by Keith Cosby – Shelter Insurance
FOOTBALL Bayler Black – Caddo Bayler was on track to earn All-District honors before an injury sidelined him for half the season. Despite the setback, he still posted outstanding numbers: 66 total tackles, 52 solo stops, 10 tackles for loss, and 1 sack. A true student of the game and a rare athletic talent, Bayler […]
McAlester’s DeVeion Bickham – Football Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford
It’s not about stats or spotlights for McAlester junior DeVeion Bickham—it’s about doing whatever it takes to help his team win. “Be the best I can to help the team win,” he said simply. That mentality shapes everything Bickham brings to the field: intensity, selflessness, and a relentless drive to get better. The Buffs are […]
McAlester’s Jaxon Mckinney – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Patriot Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of McAlester
JAXON MCKINNEY MCALESTER HIGH SCHOOL As a freshman, Jaxon McKinney accomplished a lot in his first year at McAlester High School and he’s got his sights set on more as he approaches his sophomore year. In baseball where he plays catcher, McKinney led the Buffaloes in hitting this past spring and set a school record […]
McAlester Lady Buffs Softball Team Preview
McALESTER LADY BUFFS Coach: TRENT HOMER TEAM OUTLOOK With a new head coach at the helm and a young roster ready to compete, the McAlester Lady Buffs softball program is entering a season of transition and promise. First-year head coach Trent Homer knows that success won’t happen overnight, but he’s confident in the direction the […]
McAlester’s Brandon Smith – Football Spotlight – Presented by Jim Jeffreys, Shelter Insurance
BRANDON SMITH MCALESTER FOOTBALL The 2024 football season was kind of a roller coaster ride for McAlester junior Brandon Smith. The team was successful, going 8-3, making the first round of the Class 5A playoffs but Smith says there were issues on the team that he felt kept them from being more successful. But back […]
McAlester Buffaloes Football Preview – Presented by Ira Brinlee, Shelter Insurance
McALESTER BUFFALOES Coach: JEFF CRAIG 8-3 OFFENSE The McAlester Buffaloes enter the 2025 season under the direction of new head coach Jeff Craig. Although it’s Craig’s first year at the helm, the Buffs have plenty of experience returning and a strong sense of optimism throughout the program. With a stable of playmakers and returning starters, expectations […]
McAlester’s Rylan Lesnau – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by BancFirst McAlester
Growth on the field doesn’t happen overnight, and Rylan Lesnau is focused on that long-term journey. “My goals for this season are to grow as a player and leader,” she said. The McAlester squad hasn’t taken the offseason lightly. “We have started working all throughout the summer with reps and to get to know one […]
McAlester’s Rodney Washington – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by BancFirst McAlester
It’s been a year of changes for McAlester High football player Rodney Washington. First there was the change last year going from middle school to playing with the Buffalo varsity as a freshman. “It was a big change honestly. In middle school I could outrun and outjump everybody but in high school you have to […]
McAlester Buffaloes Track – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford of McAlester
The McAlester boys track team enters the new season with high expectations, returning a talented core of athletes who have already proven they can compete at the highest level. With several state qualifiers and a deep group of contributors, head coach Johnny Skimbo is excited about what’s ahead. “We’ve got a good mix of experienced guys and young […]