Sallisaw’s Creed Nelson – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Cheveux Hair Salon
Some athletes discover their passion later in life, but for Creed Nelson, baseball has always been part of who he is. From the first time he picked up a bat, he knew he had found something special. “I started from a very young age, and as I got older, the love for the game got stronger […]
Sallisaw’s Hannah Palmer – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by AMPCO Electric Inc.
Hannah Palmer’s journey in basketball began at a young age. “I’ve been playing basketball since I was about five years old. Growing up, I tried multiple sports, but eventually, I decided to focus solely on basketball.” It wasn’t long before her passion for the game took off, especially once she joined AAU basketball. “I’ve been […]
Sallisaw’s Kyra Taylor – Soccer Spotlight
KYRA TAYLOR SALLISAW HIGH SCHOOL Sallisaw senior Kyra Taylor has been a part of the Black Diamond soccer program since it started four years ago, and she has seen alot happen in those years. “The first year a lot of the girls didn’t know how to kick the ball, and we didn’t control it to where now we’ve finally gotten to where […]
Sallisaw Black Diamonds Wrestling Team 2025 – Presented by Oklahoma Complete Health
SALLISAW WRESTLING When Mark Smith took over as wrestling coach at Sallisaw High three years ago, he came in with one goal in mind. “I came in here to win. They’ve won dual state before but never an overall state title and I believed that in order to do that you had to change the mentality […]
Muldrow Bulldogs Baseball Team 2025
The Muldrow Bulldogs Baseball Team enters the 2025 season with a youthful roster, looking to rebuild after a challenging period. Despite being in a rebuilding phase, head coach John Rozell is optimistic about the team’s prospects, especially with the leadership of a strong senior class and a talented crop of underclassmen. “We are a young team in […]
Sallisaw’s Dawson Glover – ICTC Student of the Month – Presented by Indian Capital Technology Center
ICTC-DAWSON GLOVER SALLISAW HIGH SCHOOL “My dad told me I was a hard worker, and I was good with my hands so when I went on a tour of ICTC with my school I saw the HVAC program and thought it would be interesting.” That’s how Sallisaw High School junior Dawson Glover found an interest in pursuing a class […]
Webbers Falls’ Brutus Robinson – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by CROSS
For Brutus Robinson, baseball is more than just a sport—it’s been a constant throughout his life. “I’m a sophomore at Webbers Falls, I’ve always had a baseball in my hand, I started playing T-ball at three, I’ve been hooked ever since!” His passion has only grown stronger as the years have gone by. Growing up in […]
Checotah’s Mason Rainbolt – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by CROSS
Mason Rainbolt’s passion for baseball runs deep. “I started playing when I was three years old, and I have never quit. I love this game,” he shared. Now a standout at Checotah High School, Mason’s dedication to the sport has shaped his journey as a student-athlete. For Mason, family has played a big role in his success. […]
Gore’s James Brausell – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by CROSS
James Brausell’s love for baseball began early, shaped by the sport’s presence in his life. “I’ve always been a baseball guy ever since I was five,” he shared. “I used to live in Stillwater, so I enjoyed home games at Oklahoma State. I grew up around baseball the majority of the time, whether it was at Oklahoma State or […]
Stigler’s Payton Mecom – Softball Spotlight – Presented by CROSS
For Payton Mecom, softball has been a part of her life for as long as she can remember. “I am a junior at Stigler, and I started playing softball when I was three,” she said. Over the years, the game has become more than just a sport—it’s a passion that continues to drive her every day. Family […]