McAlester’s Nehemiah “Nemo” Meashintubby – Presented by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Nehemiah “Nemo” Meashintubby, a dedicated athlete excelling in both football and cheer at McAlester High School, proudly represents his Choctaw heritage. Reflecting on his journey, he admits, “I didn’t relate a lot to the Choctaw heritage until we moved back to Oklahoma. Living outside of the state, it was hard to identify with the culture, but since […]
McAlester’s Bailey Caldwell FFA Spotlight Presented by OK Ag Credit
Ok Ag Credit FFA Spotlight Bailey Caldwell – McAlester High School Bailey Caldwell of McAlester High School started showing goats in the sixth grade. That’s when she was exposed to FFA and some of the opportunities FFA had to offer. Once eligible, Caldwell joined the organization and has enjoyed representing MHS ever since. “My older […]
McAlester Lady Buffs Basketball Team – Presented by Jim Jeffreys Shelter Insurance
MCALESTER LADY BUFFALOES GIRLS Coach: KOURTNEE BESHEARS 23-24 Record: 14-13 The McAlester Lady Buffs are gearing up for an exciting season, led by Head Coach Kourtnee Beshears, who’s impressed by the team’s dedication and growth mindset. “This group of girls work hard,” Beshears shared. “They are resilient no matter the obstacle. They want to get better every day, and […]
McAlester’s Skylee Simpson – Dance Spotlight – Presented by Fenton Nissan of McAlester
For Skylee Simpson, commitment to dance means starting her days early with the McAlester High School pom team. Waking up at 6:30 a.m. for practice five days a week requires discipline and resilience, but Skylee finds motivation in her teammates and the shared goal of success. “The most challenging moment has been staying super motivated at times when getting […]
McAlester Winter Sports Photoshoot – Presented by Fenton Nissan of McAlester
Thank you to all the McAlester winter sports athletes that attended the photoshoot and to Fenton Nissan of McAlester for hosting! Have a great fall sports season!
McAlester Buffaloes Basketball Team – Presented by Ira Brinlee Shelter Insurance
MCALESTER BUFFALOES BOYS Coach: MIKE DOONEY 23-24 Record: 3-19 The McAlester Buffaloes boys basketball team is embracing a season of growth and development with a young core lineup. After a challenging 2023 season with a 3-19 record, head coach Mike Dooney is optimistic about the upcoming year. “We have a very young core. Last year, we started three freshmen,” […]
McAlester’s Brandon Smith – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester
Brandon Smith knows how to deliver in the clutch. As a sophomore point guard at McAlester High School, one of his favorite memories is making game-winning plays. “Making the game-winning layup or game-winning touchdown” stands out as a highlight in his athletic career. For Brandon, the thrill of the final moments and the chance to […]
McAlester’s Rylan Lesnau – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by BancFirst of McAlester
For Rylan Lesnau, the packed stands and spirited cheers of McAlester fans are essential to her game. “Community support is very important because it’s a great feeling to look out and see packed stands full of supporters,” she said. That support drives Rylan, a sophomore at McAlester High School, who has grown up with a love for […]
MCALESTER AREA UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH – Presented by Compassion Home Care
Boys Basketball De’veion Bickham – McAlester Started as a freshman last season. He is a really good athlete and at six-foot-four, he guards the other team’s post player. They have a hard time guarding him with a post because he can shoot and has guard skills. Aiden Totani – Savanna Great young talent with extreme […]
McAlester’s BeauDee Nystrom – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford
Representing McAlester means everything to BeauDee Nystrom. “It means so much to go out and compete for the people that support us,” she shared. “I get to represent McAlester and show that we work hard and want to be better than the day before.” As a senior on the basketball team, BeauDee plays both center and power forward, striving […]