Okemah Panthers Football Preview – Presented by Weleetka Drug
OKEMAH PANTHERS Coach: R.L. VICK II 2-8 OFFENSE Coach R.L. Vick II takes over the Panther program that has a strong group of returning players and several newcomers looking to make major contributions on both sides of the ball. Vick is excited for his young team and said they have been extremely busy during the […]
Weleetka Outlaws Football Preview – Presented by Weleetka Drug
WELEETKA OUTLAWS Coach: TRISTAN GARRINGER 11-2 OFFENSE Weleetka returns to the field with a highly experienced offense, led by standout offensive performers Isaac and Isaiah Drake. “We return seven starters on both sides of the ball, all of which are multi-year starters for us and have deep playoff experience making two quarterfinal appearances the last two […]
Beggs Golden Demons Football Preview – Presented by Mabrey Bank
BEGGS GOLDEN DEMONS Coach: TYLER BLIZZARD 4-6 OFFENSE After a decade of posting winning records including back-to-back state finals appearances, coach David Tenison retired as the Golden Demons hit a speed bump in that winning streak last year in somewhat of a rebuilding season. Tyler Blizzard takes over the coaching reigns this season and will have some holes left by talented running […]
Okmulgee Bulldogs Football Preview – Presented by Mabrey Bank
OKMULGEE BULLDOGSRandy Jackson0-10 OFFENSEThe Okmulgee Bulldogs took it on the chin in 2023 going winless on the season but coachRandy Jackson is hopeful that the lessons they learned and the experience they gained willwork in their favor as they enter 2024 with six returning starters on offense. To make anythinghappen on offense you have to […]
Okmulgee Area Editors Choice – Football
Editor’s Choice OKMULGEE AREA QB: Isaiah Drake – Weleetka (6-1 200, Jr.) The younger of the Outlaws brother tandem that generated 3338 yards in total offense and 49 touchdowns as a sophomore to lead Weleetka to the Class B state quarterfinals in 2023 while recording 35 tackles at linebacker. RB: Isaac Drake – Weleetka (6-1, 175, Sr.) “Double threat” is an […]
Sequoyah Tahlequah Indians Football Preview – Presented by Indian Capital Technology Center
SEQUOYAH TAHLEQUAH INDIANSCoach: CHAD HENDRICKS8-4 OFFENSEThe Sequoyah Indians are set for a promising 2024 season, driven by a talented andyouthful squad returning from a successful 2023 campaign. Leading the offense is seniorquarterback Jalen Handle (5-10, 175, Sr.), who amassed 277 rushing yards with fourtouchdowns and 1151 passing yards with six touchdowns last season. “He has […]
Okmulgee Area Fans Choice – Football
Quarterback Dario Silla – Wetumka (5-8, 150, So.) Dario is an outstanding athlete that will lead the Chieftain’s offense. He has worked hard in the offseason and looks to show that on the field. Running Back Dewayne Lowe – Wetumka (5-9, 190, So.) Coming out of the backfield, Lowe will work to find the open […]
Hulbert Riders Football Preview – Presented by the Hulbert Quarterback Club
“RIDERS ON THE STORM” Hulbert Prepares For The Challenge In 2024 As the high school football season approaches, the Hulbert Riders continue to take the lessons learned last year and turn those hard knocks into a winning spirit in 2024. Despite the loss of six seniors to graduation, the talent pool remains strong including the majority of starters […]
Hulbert Riders Softball Preview – Presented by Indian Capital Technology Center
HULBERT RIDERS Coach: DEWAYNE HAMMER 11-14 OUTLOOK The Hulbert Riders are gearing up for a promising season under the guidance of Head Coach DeWayne Hammer. The offense will be spearheaded by junior shortstop Sadie Chambers, who brings both power and consistency to the plate. “She has a great bat and a stellar glove. She is […]