Valliant Bulldogs Football Preview – Presented by Pine Cellular
VALLIANT BULLDOGS Coach: JOE JONES 3-7 OFFENSE The Valliant Bulldogs enter the season with a mix of returning talent and fresh faces. “We have a number of key players returning that will provide experience,” said head coach Joe Jones. “We also have a number of new additions to the team that will provide quality depth for […]
Haworth’s Alyssa Farley, Alyssa Long and Raymi Robinson – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
At Haworth High School, juniors Alyssa Farley, Alyssa Long and Raymi Robinson form the core of their softball team, embodying dedication, teamwork, and leadership both on and off the field. “That’s our core group at the moment; the kids honor real students,” head coach Sarah Morgan said. “They really are good kids; the ones that make your […]
Wright City’s Raynie Tom – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
By Jackson Moody Senior Raynie Tom of Wright City High School is a model leader both on and off the softball field. From her early days inspired by family to overcoming personal challenges, Raynie’s journey is a testament to dedication and resilience. “I grew up around the ball field, whether it was my dad playing or my brother,” Raynie reminisced. “I […]
Hugo Buffaloes Football Preview – Presented by Jay Hodge Dodge of Hugo
HUGO BUFFALOES Coach: KRYS GROSS 3-7 OFFENSE The Hugo Buffaloes are returning much of their starters on the offensive side of the ball from last season. With eight returning to the team, coach Krys Gross is ready to capitalize on this depth in his roster. Hugo relies on a balanced offensive approach, utilizing the talents of returning […]
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 […]
Tishomingo Indians Football Preview – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Atoka
TISHOMINGO INDIANS Coach: SCOTT O’HARA 4-6 OFFENSE Tishomingo returns to the field with a renewed sense of purpose and focus on building a balanced and effective offense. “We would like to be balanced as much as possible on offense,” head coach Scott O’Hara said. The Indians will utilize multiple offensive sets, mainly 11 and 21 […]
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,” […]
Tishomingo Indians Softball Preview – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Atoka
TISHOMINGO SOFTBALL At Tishomingo, they’re accustomed to traveling a couple of hours to play a softball game. And since Charles Hook has been the head softball coach, they’ve also become used to traveling the two hours it takes to go to Oklahoma City to play in the state championship. In the six years Hooks has been coach, the Indians have captured two […]