Warner’s Kambree Ellis – Cross Country Spotlight

KAMBREE ELLIS WARNER HIGH SCHOOL Having a mom that was runner and a basketball player in high school was how Warner High School junior Kambree Ellis got into athletics around fifth grade. “I like the adrenalin rush you get in running when you’re trying to catch some girls or when your team is leading and the crowd […]

Warner’s Jaiden Osborn – Football Spotlight 

JAIDEN OSBORN WARNER HIGH SCHOOL When a new coach comes into a program one of the first things he (or she) looks to find are the players that are dependable veterans to help with the transition. And at Warner High School one of those guys has been senior Jaiden Osborn for new coach Cade Shearwood. […]

Henryetta’s Ailanee Hicks – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

Softball has always been more than just a game for Ailanee Hicks—it’s been a way to stay connected with her family and mentors. “My aunt and coach Doug started coaching me in softball at the age of seven with my older cousin,” said Hicks, now a junior at Henryetta High School. Her early introduction to the sport gave her […]

Webbers Falls’ Aiden Turley – Football Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

“If you work hard, you can achieve your goals.” This straightforward advice from Aiden Turley, a standout football player at Webbers Falls High School, reflects the mindset that drives him both on and off the field. Aiden’s football journey began early—”I started playing football in first grade”—and has been fueled by a passion inspired by […]

Checotah’s Jayden Ellen – Football Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

When asked about what has been the most challenging moment of his football career, Jayden Ellen, a senior at Checotah High School, points to a tough game against Seminole. “I just had to keep on pushing through that game trying to keep a level head. Ultimately, we lost, but it made me a better football player and my […]

How ‘Bout Those Ironheads! – Presented by Bank of Eufaula 

IRONHEADS GO BACK TO BACK With a lineup filled with talented playmakers, Eufaula softball punched their ticket to the OSSAA Class 3A Fastpitch State Tournament for a second straight season. With the leadership example of four seniors including Kate Pippenger, Kadie Jo Tidwell, Madison Ballard and Jadence Effurd setting the standard of performance, the Ironheads rolled through the Class 3A regional and Super […]