Stigler’s Dally Engle – Softball Spotlight

For Dally Engle, being a part of the Stigler High School softball team is more than just the game—it’s about the bond she’s built with her teammates. “Most of the team has been playing together since we were about four or five years old, and this is our last year together, which makes it even more […]
Stigler’s Rilee Williams – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Dunn Ford Company of Stigler

Rilee Williams is a leader on the softball field, but her influence stretches beyond her role as center fielder for Stigler High School. Known as the “leader of the outfield,” Rilee’s confidence has grown over the years, thanks to the trust her coach and teammates have placed in her. “Coach Adam Engle calls me the leader of the outfield, […]
Stigler’s Jackson McCarter – Football Spotlight – Presented by Dunn Ford Company of Stigler

For Jackson McCarter, leading by example is at the heart of his football career at Stigler High School. As the team’s quarterback, Jackson knows the responsibility that comes with the position. “My role on the team is being the quarterback, and with that comes being the leader of the team,” he said. It’s a role […]
Warner’s Kambree Ellis – Cross Country Spotlight

KAMBREE ELLIS WARNER HIGH SCHOOL Having a mom that was runner and a basketball player in high school was how Warner High School junior Kambree Ellis got into athletics around fifth grade. “I like the adrenalin rush you get in running when you’re trying to catch some girls or when your team is leading and the crowd […]
Warner’s Jaiden Osborn – Football Spotlight

JAIDEN OSBORN WARNER HIGH SCHOOL When a new coach comes into a program one of the first things he (or she) looks to find are the players that are dependable veterans to help with the transition. And at Warner High School one of those guys has been senior Jaiden Osborn for new coach Cade Shearwood. […]
Warner’s Koulter Drake – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Armstrong Bank of Warner

KOULTER DRAKE WARNER HIGH SCHOOL It’s a big year for Warner High senior Koulter Drake as he literally runs for the gold in cross country and track. He qualified for state in cross country all three years, finishing second in the state last year. In track he runs the mile, and two mile runs and relays. He has […]
Henryetta’s Ailanee Hicks – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

Softball has always been more than just a game for Ailanee Hicks—it’s been a way to stay connected with her family and mentors. “My aunt and coach Doug started coaching me in softball at the age of seven with my older cousin,” said Hicks, now a junior at Henryetta High School. Her early introduction to the sport gave her […]
Gore’s Devon Mannon – Football Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

For Devon Mannon, football at Gore High School is more than just a sport – it’s a family affair. As a sophomore who’s been playing since Pre-K, he’s grown up with the game as a constant part of his life. “Having the little kids look up to me,” is something that drives Devon as he takes […]
Webbers Falls’ Aiden Turley – Football Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

“If you work hard, you can achieve your goals.” This straightforward advice from Aiden Turley, a standout football player at Webbers Falls High School, reflects the mindset that drives him both on and off the field. Aiden’s football journey began early—”I started playing football in first grade”—and has been fueled by a passion inspired by […]
Checotah’s Jayden Ellen – Football Spotlight – Presented by Cross Telephone

When asked about what has been the most challenging moment of his football career, Jayden Ellen, a senior at Checotah High School, points to a tough game against Seminole. “I just had to keep on pushing through that game trying to keep a level head. Ultimately, we lost, but it made me a better football player and my […]