Eufaula’s Johna Bumgarner – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Bravado Wireless
JOHNA BUMGARNER-EUFAULA She’s a no-nonsense leader on the court with a side of cookies. We’re talking about Eufaula senior Johna Bumgarner, who second-year coach Jason Radomski hopes will be key to a continuing upward surge for the Lady Ironheads. “Last year was her first to take on serious varsity minutes and she responded by averaging […]
Westville Yellowjackets – Basketball Preview – Presented by Indian Capital Technology Center
WESTVILLE YELLOWJACKETS COACH: Tyler Triplett Record: 3-20 OUTLOOK After a challenging 3-20 season, the Westville Yellowjackets enter the new year with a renewed sense of purpose, experience, and a significantly deeper roster. Head coach Tyler Triplett, now in his second year at Westville, believes his team is ready to turn the corner in a big […]
Westville’s Piper & Brooke Blackburn – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by The Kitchen Table
GIRL POWER: WESTVILLE’s BLACKBURN SISTERS OFF THE RIM BY MICHAEL BRAY Piper and Brooke Blackburn are the dynamic duo for the Westville Lady Yellow Jackets. “Together they have that sister bond. They can always find each other and know each other’s next move,” said coach Bobby Eagleton. “Brooke is tough as nails and plays so […]
Westville Lady Yellowjackets – Basketball Preview – Presented by Indian Capital Technology Center
WESTVILLE LADY YELLOWJACKETS COACH: Bobbi Eagleton Record: 19-11 OUTLOOK Coming off a strong 19–11 season, the Westville Lady Yellowjackets enter the new year with experience, depth, and heightened expectations. Head coach Bobbi Eagleton, now in her sixth year at the helm, is confident her group is built for a deep postseason push. “I have everyone […]
Okmulgee’s Kayonna Proctor – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Mabrey Bank
When it comes to setting a tone for her future, Okmulgee High School freshman Kayonna Proctor already knows exactly who she wants to be on and off the court. “My personal goals are to become a more consistent leader on the floor, improve my efficiency on both ends, and make sure I’m doing whatever it […]
Wetumka’s William Lewis – Basketball Spotlight
Some players dream big, but Wetumka sophomore William Lewis chases goals that say everything about his confidence and competitive fire. This season, he’s set his sights on a moment he can already visualize above the rim: “I want to get an in-game dunk,” he said. For him, that single play represents the work he’s been […]
Stilwell’s Ava Swafford – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Nix Auto Group
AVA SWAFFORD – STILWELL LADY INDIANS A two-time VYPE Top 100 pick, Stilwell’s Ava Swafford is ready to start her junior year as a standout for the Lady Indians on the basketball court. She averaged 10.3 points per game last year while leading the team in steals, assists and 3-point shooting percentage. “Basketball makes me […]
Westville’ Nehemiah Harrington – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Nix Auto Group
NEHEMIAH HARRINGTON SHOOTING FOR THE STARS By Michael Bray The Westville Yellowjackets welcomed three new transfers from Gentry High School in Arkansas during the offseason and one of those is Nehemiah Harrington. While the name may not ring a bell for Oklahoma basketball followers, in Arkansas Nehemiah holds the state record for the most 3-pointers […]
Tribute to Ethan Dietz – Presented by Connors State College
Tribute to Ethan Dietz November 22, 2025, was just supposed to be another night on the court for Connors State College sophomore Ethan Dietz as the Cowboys played Grayson College in Denison, Texas. But in a freak accident while battling for a rebound, Ethan took a blow to the head and hit the floor where […]
Northeastern State University’s Ethan Blackmon – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Northeastern State University
ETHAN BLACKMON – RIVERHAWKS MEN’S BASKETBALL You only get one chance to make a first impression to build trust between two people. And for Ethan Blackmon, it was the first impression made during the recruiting process that ultimately led the RiverHawks junior to Northeastern State University. “Growing up in north Texas, my grandmother raised me,” […]