Wilburton’s Aryzona Wright – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Roy’s Discount Pharmacy

Some athletes grow through the game. Others grow because of the people who shape them along the way. For Wilburton standout Aryzona Wright, her journey in basketball has been defined by the steady support system that pushes her to rise higher every season. At the heart of that foundation is her mom, who Aryzona says, “has been there and pushes […]
Wilburton Diggers Cheer Team – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester

WILBURTON DIGGERS CHEER COACH: Brittany Grossnicklaus OUTLOOK For the first time in recent years, the Wilburton cheer squad will take on a new challenge as they compete at Regional Competition in September — a major milestone for a team filled with energy, dedication, and growing talent under head coach Brittany Grossnicklaus. “We have been competing […]
2025 Wilburton Girls Basketball Preview – Presented by Roy’s Pharmacy

WILBURTON LADY DIGGERS COACH: April Wright OUTLOOK The Wilburton Lady Diggers enter the 2025-26 season with renewed energy and excitement under new head coach April Wright, who is determined to turn last year’s struggles into a winning campaign. “Going from a losing season to a winning season!! New coach, new philosophy!!” Wright said. “Adding a […]
2025 Wilburton Diggers Football Preview – Presented by Fenton Nissan

WILBURTON DIGGERS Coach: TROY BULLARD 2024 Record: 1-9 OFFENSE Despite a tough 2024 campaign, the Wilburton Diggers are trending in the right direction under head coach Troy Bullard, who enters his fourth year with the program. With a healthy group and experienced players returning, expectations are higher heading into 2025. “We were plagued by injuries […]
Wilburton’s Dakoda Harber – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by One Stop Equipment Rental and Harber AC & Refrigeration

For Dakoda Harber, sports are not just about individual achievement but about representing his community and giving his best for his teammates. “Playing with the name across my chest means that I am representing my coaches, parents, and the rest of the town, which encourages me to give it my all,” said Dakoda, a senior at […]
Wilburton Diggers Cheer Team – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester

Wilburton Diggers Cheer Team With unwavering spirit and dedication, the Wilburton Diggers cheer team is prepared to bring enthusiasm and support to each game and rally this season. “We want to be there to support our teams and other groups in our school,” said head coach Brittany Grossnicklaus. “Win or lose, we show up to cheer […]
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 Area Football Fans Choice – Presented by Compassion Home Care

Quarterback Kacin Washington-Mazey – McAlester Kacin is an outstanding athlete that is not afraid of hard work and is always ready to help his team however he can. Running Back Brayden Bumphus – McAlester A solid back out of the backfield, Bumphus does a great job of finding the open running lanes and getting into […]
McAlester Area Softball Photoshoot – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester

Thank you to all the softball athletes that attended the photoshoot and to Patriot Auto Group of McAlester for hosting! Have a great fall sports season!
Wilburton’s Shannon Stanford – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford

From a young age, Shannon Stanford knew she wanted to follow in her sister’s footsteps. “I’ve been playing softball since I was about five. I got started into softball by watching my sister play and going to all of her games and decided I wanted to do that too,” she recalled. Now, as a standout player for […]