2025 Canadian Cougars Football Preview – Presented by Patriot Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of McAlester
CANADIAN COUGARS Coach: KATHEN FUNBURG 2024 Record: 1-9 OFFENSE A new era has arrived in Canadian as head coach Kathen Funburg takes over the Cougars and looks to build a strong foundation for the future. With a mix of youth and experience, the Cougars enter 2025 with optimism and grit. “We’re a young and experienced […]
McAlester Lady Buffs Softball Team Preview
McALESTER LADY BUFFS Coach: TRENT HOMER TEAM OUTLOOK With a new head coach at the helm and a young roster ready to compete, the McAlester Lady Buffs softball program is entering a season of transition and promise. First-year head coach Trent Homer knows that success won’t happen overnight, but he’s confident in the direction the […]
McAlester’s Brandon Smith – Football Spotlight – Presented by Jim Jeffreys, Shelter Insurance
BRANDON SMITH MCALESTER FOOTBALL The 2024 football season was kind of a roller coaster ride for McAlester junior Brandon Smith. The team was successful, going 8-3, making the first round of the Class 5A playoffs but Smith says there were issues on the team that he felt kept them from being more successful. But back […]
McAlester Buffaloes Football Preview – Presented by Ira Brinlee, Shelter Insurance
McALESTER BUFFALOES Coach: JEFF CRAIG 8-3 OFFENSE The McAlester Buffaloes enter the 2025 season under the direction of new head coach Jeff Craig. Although it’s Craig’s first year at the helm, the Buffs have plenty of experience returning and a strong sense of optimism throughout the program. With a stable of playmakers and returning starters, expectations […]
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 […]