York Street Tire Athlete of the Month – Fort Gibson Basketball Player Addy Whiteley
ADDY WHITELEY Fort Gibson Lady Tigers “Whatever it takes”…such is the everyday mindset of Addy Whiteley, who continues to set the standard of success for the Fort Gibson Lady Tigers basketball team. The 5-5 senior point guard stood tall above the rest while leading the Lady Tigers to the championship of the 51st annual Old Fort Classic […]
“RIVERHAWK NATION” – Northeastern State University’s Ja Havens – Presented by NSU
JA HAVENS It’s the people that make the place. And for Ja Havens it’s the people that have made Northeastern State University the right place to not only discover your dreams but also see those dreams come true. What began as a student athlete playing college basketball, the current day head coach of the men’s […]
“RIVERHAWK NATION” – Northeastern State University’s Brennan Kirchhoff – Presented by NSU
BRENNAN KIRCHHOFF After a stellar high school basketball career where she earned membership in the 1,000-point club at Thunder Ridge High School in Kensington, Kansas, current-day RiverHawks senior Brennan Kirchhoff continues to chase her dreams centered around on one principle for success. “There’s no substitute for the importance of hard work,” said the senior guard for the women’s basketball team […]
“RIVERHAWK NATION” – Northeastern State University’s Ethan Blackmon – Presented by NSU
ETHAN BLACKMON On and off the basketball court, Ethan Blackmon likes to see people happy. And those who know him best agree that the 6-7 sophomore on the RiverHawks men’s basketball team strives to bring a smile to the face of others. “I really enjoy talking to people. Ask anyone on our team, they’ll tell you that […]
“The Cowboy Way” – Warner’s Alexis Fowler – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Connors State College
THE COWBOY WAY-ALEXIS FOWLER Committing to play college basketball at Connors State was pretty much a no-brainer for Warner High School product Alexis Fowler. But when former coach Jamie Fisher, who recruited her left and spring turned into summer without a new coach, Alexis admits she started worrying a little. “I always knew I would go […]
Pocola’s Riley Jerrell – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store
Softball isn’t just a game for Riley Jerrell—it’s a lifelong passion, one that’s been with her since she could walk. “I am a senior at Pocola High School. I have been playing softball since I was three years old,” she recalls. “My dad got me into the game of softball, and I have been in love with […]
Spiro’s Davis Carter – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner Store
From T-ball at age three to his senior year at Spiro High School, baseball has always been at the heart of Davis Carter’s athletic career. “Baseball has always been my favorite sport.” What’s even more impressive? Davis’s mom was his first coach. “I wasn’t quite old enough, but my mom knew I was ready!” It’s […]
Poteau’s Hudson Burdick – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Sans Bois Hospice
Baseball has always been a part of Hudson Burdick’s life. From the time he was a child, the game was in his blood. Now, as a senior at Poteau High School, he’s ready to take on a leadership role for his team. “I’ve always loved playing baseball. I started playing when I was just three […]
Poteau’s Eric Hackler – “It’s All About Family” – Presented by Sans Bois Hospice
As the school year races on, VYPE Three Rivers editor Bill Huddleston shared a moment between fall sports activities with Eric Hackler, Director of Athletics for Poteau Public Schools to discuss the current climateof expectations for Pirates athletics. VYPE: Where did you graduate high school? College? What sports did you play? What is your favorite […]
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 […]