Ada’s Will Johnson – Football Spotlight – Presented by First United Bank of Ada
Will Johnson, a senior at Ada High School, is in his final season of football, marking the culmination of a journey that began in the seventh grade. “I started football in the seventh grade. Everything kicked off since and I haven’t looked back,” Will reminisced, reflecting on the early days that set the stage for […]
Ada Cougars Football Preview – Presented by Casey Fowler Shelter Insurance
ADA COUGARS Coach: WADE BOYLES 11-2 OFFENSE After reaching the Class 4A state semifinals last year, the Cougars will enter the 2024 campaign well aware of the expectations for Ada Cougar football. “The kids on this football team have worked hard achieve success,” said Wade Boyles, who steps into head coach position. “We want to continue that momentum by holding […]
Savanna Bulldogs Football Preview – Presented by Fenton Nissan of McAlester
SAVANNA BULLDOGS Coach: Rick Cherry 1-8-1 OFFENSE/DEFENSE After a tough season in 2023, the Bulldogs are ready to erase the past and move forward in the new Class B-I. Coming out of District 4, the Bulldogs will see some familiar foes as they look to continue building the program and take Bulldog football to a […]
Wilburton Diggers Football Preview – Presented by Fenton Nissan of McAlester
WILBURTON DIGGERS Coach: TROY BULLARD 0-10 OFFENSE Wilburton is stepping onto the field this season with a renewed sense of focus and determination to turn things around. The Diggers will run a versatile offense under head coach Troy Bullard’s guidance. Key offensive players include wide receiver Floyd Clark (6-1, 160, Sr.), quarterback Braiden Grossnicklaus (6-2, 175, Jr.), […]
Hartshorne Miners Football Preview – Presented by Ira Brinlee Shelter Insurance
HARTSHORNE MINERS Coach: BILL WILLIAMS 7-4 OFFENSE Hartshorne returns to the field with a promising offensive lineup, and many seniors are ready for the challenge. “This is an outstanding group of young men that are committed to Hartshorne Miner Football and more importantly, they are committed to building a strong team in 2024,” said head coach Bill […]
McAlester’s Casey Woods – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Fassio’s Fitness
Casey Woods, a talented softball player at McAlester High School, has been immersed in the sport since a young age. “I started playing softball when I was around five years old. I was invited to pick up on one of my friend’s t-ball teams. Now I’m 16 and I still do travel ball,” she said. One […]
McAlester Buffaloes Softball Preview – Presented by Compassion Home Care
McALESTER BUFFALOES Coach: HOLLYE JERNIGEN 7-20 OUTLOOK The Buffs look to make a statement this season. “We have a mixture of underclassmen mixed with a strong group of seniors who are looking to have a great season,” said head coach Hollye Jernigen. Casey Woods (Sr.) has already led an illustrious career at McAlester and eyes […]
McAlester Area Football Photoshoot – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester
Photo Fun in the Sun at Patriot Auto Group! Thank you to all who attended and to Patriot Auto Group for hosting! It’s time to kickoff the 2024 football season!
Canadian Cougars Football Preview – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester
CANADIAN COUGARS Coach: NATHAN LEITHEAD 1-8-1 OFFENSE Offseason success in the weight room and a move to Class B has the Cougar faithful excited about the prospects of a new season. Head coach Nathan Leithead said the program is on the rise. “Canadian is transitioning to class B after being in class A for the past four […]
Quinton Savages Football Preview – Presented by Patriot Auto Group of McAlester
QUINTON SAVAGES BRIAN HAYNIE 5-6 OFFENSE After going 9-3 in 2022 and getting to the second round of the playoffs, the Quinton Savages fell to 5-6 last year and nowstarting his third year at the helm coach Brian Haynie faces the dilemma that most coaches face at some point in their time at a school: GRADUATION. Over […]