Poteau High School’s Addison Sockey – Golf Spotlight – Presented by Hamilton, Warren, Bovos & Adams
Poteau High School’s Addison Sockey Sophomore golfer Addison Sockey is quickly carving out a place for herself in the Poteau High School girls golf program, combining a steady game with a thoughtful, hard‑working mindset. Sockey, a 10th grader, said her biggest inspiration comes from home. “My family inspires me, they are always there for me […]
Poteau High School’s Kaydence West – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Hamilton, Warren, Bovos & Adams
Poteau High School’s Kaydence West Senior cheerleader Kaydence West has spent her Poteau High School career being lifted into the air, but she says it is the people beneath her who keep her grounded. West, a flyer and tumbler for the Pirates cheer squad, said her biggest motivation comes from the group around her. “I’m […]
Spiro High School’s Jackson Spears – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Shane Riggs, Shelter Insurance
Spiro High School’s Jackson Spears Spiro junior Jackson Spears has grown into one of the Bulldogs’ most dependable all-around baseball players, a blue-collar utility man who anchors both the lineup and pitching staff. Now a three-year starter this spring, he returns with more innings on the mound than any pitcher on the roster while also […]
Pocola Indians’ Ty Jerrell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shane Riggs, Shelter Insurance
TY JERRELL Pocola Indians By Buck Ringgold Ty Jerrell is always on the go when it comes to sports. Right now, the Pocola junior’s focus is on baseball, where he is primarily a pitcher. But Jerrell also plays football, basketball and golf for the Indians. Again, his full attention is on his baseball exploits, and […]
Central Sallisaw’s Ryker Miller – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Shane Riggs, Shelter Insurance
Central Sallisaw’s Ryker Miller Senior pitcher Ryker Miller has grown up around Central Sallisaw baseball, but this spring he is doing his best to savor every inning with the Lions. A 12th grader, Miller balances the demands of the mound with life in the classroom and a tight-knit dugout that he says keeps the game […]
Howe High School’s Kadynce Delt – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Shane Riggs, Shelter Insurance
Howe High School’s Kadynce Delt Howe senior pitcher Kadynce Delt has learned that the circle demands as much from the mind as it does from the arm. A steady presence for Howe High School’s softball program, Delt has become known for her competitive edge and calm demeanor in big moments. Delt, a 12th-grader, said her […]
Heavener’s Ben West – FFA Spotlight – Presented by Heavener FFA Chapter
BEN WEST Heavener FFA By Buck Ringgold Ben West’s speaking skills have landed him a prominent role at his school in only his sophomore year. Just a sophomore at Heavener, West has already ascended into a role as his school’s president of the Future Farmers of America. This just coming on the heels of serving […]
Stigler High School’s Blake Goff – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Dunn Country Ford
Stigler High School’s Blake Goff Junior pitcher Blake Goff brings an old-school mindset and a modern competitive edge to the Stigler High School baseball program. Inspired by legends of the game and grounded by his teammates, he has emerged as a key piece on the mound for the Panthers. Goff, a junior at Stigler, said […]
Stigler High School’s Keeli Adams – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Dunn Country Ford
Stigler High School’s Keeli Adams Stigler High School junior third baseman Keeli Adams brings a calm confidence and a contagious joy to the Lady Panthers’ softball program. Now a returning starter at third, she has grown into a steady presence on the infield and in the dugout, where she leans on her faith, family and […]
Vian Wolverines’ Ledger Folsom – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Local Nutrition
LEDGER FOLSOM Vian Wolverines Hard work beats talent especially when talent isn’t working…the motivational phrase emphasizes that dedication and effort outperform a person’s abilities if that talent is not cultivated. For Vian’s Ledger Folsom, it’s a lifelong performance effort. “Natural ability is just a starting point. To be your best requires a daily commitment to […]