Wilburton’s Hunter James – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by A-OK Railroad
Hunter James has a simple focus heading into his senior season at Wilburton High School. “To help lead by team to state,” James said. The Diggers’ expectations are clear, and so is the energy around the program. “The team morale has been amazing; everyone is ready to go,” he said. James points to chemistry as […]
Wilburton’s Drey Franklin – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by “F Ranch”
Junior catcher, pitcher and infielder Drey Franklin wants his impact on Wilburton baseball to start with how he leads, not just how he plays. “My goals this season are to keep everyone locked in on practice and in games on and off the field and lead by example,” Franklin said. He said the excitement around […]
Wilburton’s Roman Brinlee – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Bovem Carriers
Roman Brinlee’s approach to his first high school baseball season is rooted in something bigger than statistics. “I want to be the best teammate and contributor to my team this season,” Brinlee said. The Wilburton freshman enters the spring with confidence in the group around him. “This past summer, the team moralewas good. We were […]
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 […]