Durant Lions Football Preview – Presented by Conley Care Clinic
DURANT LIONS Coach: TODD VARGAS 5-5 OFFENSE The Durant Lions are gearing up for a promising season with a well-rounded and experienced offense. “Very excited about the upcoming season. We have a talented group of young men with a lot of experience and playing time. We are expecting good things,” head coach Todd Vargas said. The […]
Durant’s Jonathan Rodriguez – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Simmons Bank
Jonathan Rodriguez, a dedicated educator at Durant High School, exemplifies the profound impact teachers can have on their students. Starting his 10th year at Durant, Jonathan teaches anatomy and physiology, physical science, and alsoserves as the head tennis coach. His passion for teaching stems from the significant influence his own teachers had on him. “I had […]
Durant’s Alicia Farley – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Simmons Bank
Alicia Farley’s journey as an educator is rooted deeply in a lifelong love of literature and the influential role her family played in nurturing this passion. “Mom made sure I was surrounded by books; we visited the library and bookstores. I was bathed in language. Education is ingrained into my being,” she said. This early […]
Atoka Wampus Cats Football Preview – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Atoka
ATOKA WAMPUS CATS Coach: JACOB CUPP 3-7 OFFENSE Atoka is set to make strides this season with an experienced offense leading the charge. “If we continue to get better on defense, find a way to control the clock on offense and create some big plays with our playmakers, we have a chance to be successful,” […]
Konawa Tigers Football Preview – Presented by Vision Bank
KONAWA TIGERS Coach: JEFF TOMPKINS 4-6 OFFENSE/DEFENSE With a productive offseason and spring practice, coach Jeff Tompkins is optimistic the Tigers can put together a solid effort in 2024. “This group has put in a massive amount of work this offseason, and we are excited to see it pay off,” said Tompkins. Running back and VYPE […]
Caddo Bruins Football Preview – Presented by Stuteville Chevrolet of Durant
CADDO BRUINS Coach: JEFF WIGINGTON 9-3 OFFENSE The dawning of a new era has begun for the Caddo football program. Jeff Wigington has taken over alongside an excellent coaching staff that includes Shane Millermon (Asst HC/DC), Dustin McKay (RB/LB), Chris Counce (OL/DL), and Hunter Self (WR/DB). “Have a good number of returners from a 9-3 Squad in […]
Kingston Redskins Football Preview – Presented by Stuteville Chevrolet of Durant
KINGSTON REDSKINS Coach: BRAD HILL 10-2 OFFENSE The Kingston Redskins are coming off a successful season and are eager to hit the field with a strong offense. “We are returning eight starters on offense and nine starters on defense from a 10-2 2023 season. We were district champions last year, falling to Alva in the […]
McAlester Buffaloes Football Preview – Presented by Ira Brinlee Shelter Insurance
McALESTER BUFFALOES Coach: FORREST MAZEY 6-5 OFFENSE Despite graduation losses to their starting lineup, head coach Forrest Mazey is quick to emphasize that last year’s season record doesn’t define the Buffaloes expectations this year. “No excuses, 6-5 doesn’t meet our goals,” said Mazey, who enters his sixth year at the helm. “We have a good nucleus of […]
Broken Bow’s Kenda Porton – Pom Spotlight – Presented by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Kenda Porton, a proud member of the Choctaw Nation and an exemplary dancer from Broken Bow High School, is now making her mark on the dance team at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU). Her journey in dance and her deep connection to her Choctaw heritage paint a vivid picture of dedication and cultural pride. “Being the fifth generation […]