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 […]
Tahlequah’s Michael Torkelson – Football Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Nix Auto Group
Entering the season, the game plan for Tahlequah football included the possibility of Michael Torkelson playing quarterback but after evaluating his skills at wide receiver, coaches were equally impressed with the opportunities for the Tigers’ sophomore to become a game changer at that position. “The move was more of a challenge than I thought it […]
Pocola’s Kyleigh Combs – Softball Spotlight
When it comes to being the heartbeat of a program, Pocola senior Kyleigh Combs has filled that role with both her performance and her leadership. “My personal goals this season are to make my teammates better and be the leader they look up to,” Combs said. “Making it back to state is also a huge […]
Panama’s Hayven Hoffman – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner
Leadership is a responsibility Panama’s Hayven Hoffman takes seriously every day on and off the field. “I strive to become a better leader every day,” she said. Whether in practice, games, or school activities, she aims to set the tone for her teammates and classmates. The road through the season hasn’t been without its challenges, […]
Spiro’s Kason Watts -Football Spotlight – Presented by Wright’s Sunset Corner
After missing a good part of the 2024 season with a knee injury, sophomore Kason Watts is excited to be back on the gridiron this year. “It really sucked not getting to play half the season last year, but I’ve come back bigger and stronger this year,” said Watts. “I like the physicality of football […]
HULBERT RIDERS – SENIORS SURVIVE
After winning just one game in the last four years, the seniors on the Hulbert Rider football team are getting some vindication in their final season, having already won three games as mid-season approaches. It takes a special mentality to stick with a program that is 1-39 in their time there, but Ethan Ellis, Easton […]
Stilwell’s Emma Sam – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Tommy Nix Auto Group
For senior Emma Sam, volleyball has been an unexpected but welcome passion. “This is actually my first year playing organized volleyball,” Sam said. “I started playing this summer and just fell in love with it.” Part of what makes this journey special for her is sharing it with the people closest to her. “I enjoy […]
Keys’ Ryder Davis – Football Spotlight – Presented by Local bank
After a promising season was cut short by injury last year, sophomore Ryder Davis is in his second year as the quarterback for the Keys Cougars. He had over 1000 yards of offense when a mid-season injury ended his season last year so he’s on a mission to take up where he left off in […]
Tahlequah’s Zoie Griffin – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Local Bank
Wherever she has played, junior Zoie Griffin has had a big impact on her team as not only a great pitcher but also a pretty fair hitter. And this fall, that success has paid off for Griffin in a commitment to play D-I softball. Zoie comes from an athletic family. Her dad was a college […]