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 […]
Kingston’s Avery Ludrick – Female Athlete Spotlight- Presented by Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
At Kingston High School, basketball standout Avery Ludrick brings more to the court than just athleticism—she carries the heart of her heritage. “I’m a proud member of the Choctaw Nation, and my heritage is a big part of who I am, as a person and as an athlete,” Ludrick said. “Being Choctaw reminds me to […]
Savanna’s Hayden Parker – Male Athelete Spotlight – Presented by Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
For Hayden Parker, football is more than just a game—it’s a reflection of family, tradition, and community. “I am a proud member of the Choctaw Nation,” Parker shared. “I have lived in the Choctaw Nation all of my life.” His family’s close-knit roots have deeply shaped the way he approaches life and sports. “Our favorite […]
VOTE NOW! Which Ada/Pauls Valley Area quarterback should we feature? – Presented by Seth Wadley Chevrolet (Polls Ends 7/9)
The 2025 high school football season is just around the corner, and VYPE is looking for which area quarterback to feature in an upcoming issue of our magazine. Take a moment to vote for your nominee below. If you know an athlete who deserves to be added to the list, please email their name, school, […]
VOTE NOW! Which McAlester Area quarterback should we feature? – Presented by Fenton Nissan (Polls Ends 7/9)
The 2025 high school football season is just around the corner, and VYPE is looking for which area quarterback to feature in an upcoming issue of our magazine. Take a moment to vote for your nominee below. If you know an athlete who deserves to be added to the list, please email their name, school, […]
Talihina’s Khloe Holland – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
KHLOE HOLLAND-TALIHINA “I don’t know that I’ve ever coached a harder working kid.” That’s how Talihina girls’ basketball coach Josh Fields describes senior Khloe Holland. “She was in seventh grade when I got here and was on my junior high teams. She’s our point guard and has started every game. She’s a leader of the team […]
Talihina’s Brooke White Eagle – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
BROOKE WHITE EAGLE-TALIHINA Brook White Eagle’s athletic career started in third grade when a coach approached her and some friends about playing basketball. “I fell in love with the game right away and have been playing ever since,” said the Talihina junior. “I like basketball because I’ve played it so long and I can just […]
FCA All-State Players and Coaches 2024-2025
Aubree Allison Southwest Covenant Sport: XC, Basketball, Track (runner and pole vaulter) “I was introduced to FCA by my dad, due to his involvement with this ministry. I became very interested in it and I decided to attend Xtreme camp, although it was still foreign territory to me. FCA Xtreme camp was one of the […]
Clayton’s Brandon Marris – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
Under the bright lights of the baseball field, Brandon Marris has found more than just a game—he’s found a challenge that pushes him to be better every day. “I was inspired to play baseball because it was another task to accomplish as I worked my way up in sports,” Marris said. Now a junior at […]
Clayton’s Calvin Palmer – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
Some athletes grow into their sport over time, but for Clayton High School’s Calvin Palmer, baseball has always been a part of his life. “My grandpa used to hit me and my brother baseballs all the time as kids—that’s pretty much how I got into baseball,” Palmer said. Now, standing at 5’10” and 244 pounds, […]