How ‘Bout Those Ironheads! – Presented by Bank of Eufaula
IRONHEADS GO BACK TO BACK With a lineup filled with talented playmakers, Eufaula softball punched their ticket to the OSSAA Class 3A Fastpitch State Tournament for a second straight season. With the leadership example of four seniors including Kate Pippenger, Kadie Jo Tidwell, Madison Ballard and Jadence Effurd setting the standard of performance, the Ironheads rolled through the Class 3A regional and Super […]
Eufaula’s Maddie Ballard & Rayleigh Peterson – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford of Eufaula
Eufaula’s Unsung Heros Senior Maddie Ballard and junior Rayleigh Peterson are what coach Ryan Green considers two of Eufaula’s unsung heroes this season as the Ironheads head to their second straight state fast pitch tournament. “Rayleigh is our second baseman and one our most consistent hitters (.356 average with 35 hits and just six strikeouts) […]
Eufaula’s Carson Luna – Football Spotlight – Presented by Sam Wampler’s Freedom Ford of Eufaula
CARSON LUNA EUFAULA HIGH SCHOOL “I could tell when he was in junior high that he might become of the better linemen we’ve had come through here,” said Eufaula head coach Larry Newton Jr. as he talked about senior Carson Luna. “He’s been a solid performer all four years and we’re lucky to have him and I’m […]
Morris’ Jackson Casey – Football Spotlight – Presented by Morris Auto Sales
Jackson Casey has been an integral part of the Morris High School football team for the past four years. “I’ve been playing since I was in kindergarten, but I started tackling in second grade,” Jackson recalled. Now a senior, he’s a seasoned veteran, having earned a starting spot on the varsity squad since his freshman […]
Q&A with Weleetka’s Isaac Drake – Football Spotlight – Presented by Mabrey Bank
VYPE: What are your goals and hopes for the 2024 season? Isaac Drake: I’m hoping to end this season with a ring. VYPE: Can you tell us a little about yourself and how you got started in football? ID: I started playing football in first grade and have loved it ever since. VYPE: What inspired you to take up football, and […]
Okmulgee’s Micheal Lewis – Football Spotlight – Presented by Mabrey Bank
Michael Lewis isn’t one to let others define him. In fact, one of the most important pieces of advice he gives to younger athletes is, “don’t let others get to your head and let them affect how you play.” That level of focus and mental toughness has been a hallmark of his football career at Okmulgee […]
Porum’s Leia Johnson – Softball Spotlight
The moment Leia Johnson steps onto the field, she knows who she’s playing for. “We know people care, and we have people to play for. Everyone shows up to the games to come and support,” she said. As a 17-year-old senior at Porum High School, Leia values her community’s support and uses it as motivation to […]
Hulbert’s Easton Graalfs – Football Spotlight
At Hulbert High School, Easton Graalfs is the epitome of grit and leadership, both on and off the field. Even though football has played a big role in his life since the fifth grade, there is much more to his story than just the game. Easton’s father and grandparents, who showed him their love for the game […]
Q&A with Hulbert’s Dusty Tedder – Football Spotlight
VYPE: Can you tell us a little about yourself and how you got started in football? Dusty Tedder: I love hunting, fishing, and Jesus. I have been playing since third grade. VYPE: What inspired you to play football, and who are your biggest influences? DT: Always going to the games on Friday nights just seemed fun. My biggest influence is my dad. […]
Stilwell’s Juan Martinez – Football Spotlight – Presented by Local Bank
JUAN MARTINEZ STILWELL HIGH SCHOOL Stilwell High School senior Juan Martinez is hoping to make the most of his senior year as an Indian starting with his second year as the starting quarterback in football. Last season he passed for nearly 2000 yards and 19 touchdowns as he went through the paces of learning a […]