Okmulgee’s Keonte Youngblood – Football Spotlight – Presented by Mabrey Bank

For Okmulgee junior Keonte Youngblood, this season is about more than just football—it’s about creating opportunities for the future. “I want to get some highlights so I can go to college,” Youngblood said. That motivation has been echoed by his teammates in the way they’ve shown up this year. “They really were coming to practice […]
Wilson (Henryetta)’s Jaslene Proctor – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Bravado Wireless

Some athletes talk about talent. Others talk about work ethic. For Wilson Henryetta senior Jaslene Proctor, it all starts somewhere more spiritual. “My personal goals this season are to do everything with God as my foundation,” she said. That foundation extends beyond her own performance to the team as a whole. “Coach Taiah Proctor has […]
Henryetta’s Serenity Rex – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Bravado Wireless

Some athletes prepare for big games with headphones in and a playlist blasting, but for Serenity Rex, the music choice says it all. “I’m a big Kevin Gates fan,” she said. “My go-to hype song is ‘I Don’t Get Tired’ by Kevin Gates.” That mindset of energy and determination shows up every time she puts […]
Stilwell’s Brayton Carter – Football Spotlight – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Tahlequah

Under the lights on a Friday night, junior Brayton Carter knows exactly what he’s working toward. “My main goal is to keep improving every game, contribute to the team’s success, and be a leader on and off the field,” he said. For Stilwell, this season has been marked by a renewed sense of focus. “The […]
Sequoyah Tahlequah’s Ogana Swimmer – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Tahlequah

On his first day at Sequoyah Tahlequah, Ogana Swimmer met coach Black, and the conversation left a lasting impression. “On my first day on Sequoyah campus, I met coach Black. He mentioned holding the 1600m state record. I just added it to my vision board as a long-term goal,” Swimmer said. That motivation continues to […]