Poteau’s Garrison Whitworth – Golf Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store
Golf isn’t just a game for Poteau High School’s Garrison Whitworth—it’s been part of his life since before he could even spell birdie. “I started golf probably when I was around three,” he said. There’s no question where Garrison’s love for the game came from. “I would say my dad really inspired me and got […]
Sallisaw’s Josie Martin – Track Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store
It’s not every day you meet a freshman juggling competitive dance, cheer, and high school track—but for Josie Martin of Sallisaw High School, it’s just part of her routine. “Along with running track, I’m also a competitive dancer and a high school cheerleader,” she said. “I first got into track in the fifth grade—it was […]
Beggs’ Kaylynn Hamilton – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store
At just five years old, Kaylynn Hamilton stepped into the world of competitive cheerleading—and she hasn’t looked back since. “I have been in cheer since I was five and loved it for as long as I can remember,” she said. “When I am not at school, I am at home getting my two horses ready […]
Heavener’s Anleigh Hackney – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store
Some passions come full circle. For Heavener High School senior Anleigh Hackney, cheerleading started in junior high, took a break, and came back stronger than ever. “I first started cheer in seventh grade and then I was busy with other sports until my sophomore year,” Anleigh said. “When I started back, I realized how much I loved and missed […]
Eufaula’s JP Hicks – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford of Eufaula
JP HICKS-EUFAULA Senior J.P. Hicks is well into his third and final year as a starter on the Eufaula Ironhead baseball team and he’s one of those guys that every team needs: a good strong player who is versatile and can help you at several positions. “J.P. plays outfield for us but can also play […]
“SWEEPSTAKES – AGAIN FOR THE E-TOWN BAND” – Presented by Bank of Eufaula
For the 25th time in school history, the Pride of Eufaula proved to be one of Oklahoma’s Best by earning the OSSAA State Sweepstakes Award for 2025 after earning superior ratings in competition at the OSSAA state concert band competition against 80 other bands from across the state. “This is the highest award possible, the equivalent of winning an athletic state championship,” […]
How ‘Bout Those Ironheads – Presented by Bank of Eufaula
EUFAULA’S TOP 10 + 1 Another year of excellence is almost at Eufaula High School as the Ironheads excelled in their respective areas of competition including athletics, band, cheer, and FFA. Job Well Done! Seniors 2025 set the standard for achievement again this year, for most a tenure of 12 years of Ironhead pride and performance. The academic excellence among the […]
Eufaula’s Leah Green – Track Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford of Eufaula
LEAH GREEN-EUFAULA If one word could describe Eufaula freshman Leah Green, it might be competitive. You hear it from her coaches and from herself. “She’s just so very competitive for a freshman,” said her basketball and track coach Jason Radomski. “She’s very coachable and if you tell her to do something, she’s going to do it without […]
Stigler’s TJ Kettles – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Dunn Country Ford Company
When a young athlete finds their passion early on, it often sets the tone for their entire journey. For Stigler’s TJ Kettles, it all started with a glove and bat at the age of five. “I’ve been playing baseball since I was five and really fell in love with it as time went on,” said Kettles, […]
Stigler’s Clayton Thompson – Track Spotlight – Presented by Dunn Country Ford Company
The best journeys often start with a simple choice—and for Clayton Thompson, it began when a friend convinced him to try something new. “I play football and run track,” said the Stigler High School sophomore. “I started in track in eighth grade when my friend wanted to join, so I decided to give it a try, and […]