Arkoma Mustangs Football Preview – Presented by Sans Bois Hospice
ARKOMA MUSTANGS Coach: KATHEN FUNBERG 2-8 OFFENSE The Mustangs return a wealth of experience and “will have a nice balance of size and speed” as they compete in Class B-2 this season. Scout Smith (6-1, 140, Jr.) was an All-District selection one year ago and looks to have another explosive year after catching 33 passes for 481 […]
Tahlequah Tigers Football Preview – Presented by Kyle Grace Shelter Insurance
TAHLEQUAH TIGERS Coach: BRAD GILBERT 3-8 OFFENSE After reaching the playoffs for a 10th consecutive season, the Tigers eagerly await the start of the 2024 campaign that not only includes a return to Class 5A football but also the playmaking talents of nine starters to the offensive unit. Beckett Robinson (6-2, 186, Sr.), a repeat VYPE Top 100 […]
Keys’ Kallie Dougherty – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Tahlequah Family Vision
Sophomore Kallie Dougherty has emerged as a standout softball player at Keys High School. Her introduction to the sport began at an early age. “I started playing softball when I was around five or six, and after that, I fell in love with the sport,” she shared. This early passion was fueled by watching her sister […]
Tahlequah’s Riley Dotson – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Tahlequah Family Vision
Riley Dotson, a multi-sport athlete at Tahlequah High School, is a dynamic force both on and off the field. “I am your average 16-year-old student athlete,” she said. “I work hard to excel in the classroom and on the field, court and track.” Her dedication to her academics and athletics, combined with her love for […]
Keys Cougars Football Preview – Presented by AAA Robbins Insurance Agency
KEYS COUGARS Coach: JUSTIN BROWN 3-7 OFFENSE After three years as an assistant coach, Justin Brown steps into the head coaching job at Keys this year as the Cougars continue the job of turning the program back to winning ways. “We’ll be pretty young this year and we’ll need our upperclassmen to really step up and be […]
Locust Grove Pirates Football Preview – Presented by AAA Robbins Insurance Agency
LOCUST GROVE PIRATES Coach: PAUL HIX 3-7 OFFENSE The Pirates return nine starters to the offense including their quarterback who burst onto the scene as a freshman two years ago. Titan Hix (6-3, 220, Jr.) has over 4,300 yards passing in his career with 28 TDs and over 1,000 yards rushing with 16 TDs. Hix […]
Keys’ Treveon Guthrie – Football Spotlight – Presented by Northeastern Health System
In the scenic surroundings of Lake Tenkiller, Treveon Guthrie’s passion for football blossomed early. “I’ve been playing football since the third grade. I feel like football has just always been there for me and it’s been a huge part of my life since I can remember,” he recalled. A football player at Keys High School, Treveon’s natural talent […]
Tahlequah’s JJ Antwine – Football Spotlight – Presented by Northeastern Health System
Senior JJ Antwine of Tahlequah High School has established himself as a key member of the football team through his talent and leadership abilities. His journey with football began in a manner familiar to many: “Whenever you score your first ever touchdown in little league or make a big play and you look up and see everyone […]
Stilwell Indians Softball Preview – Presented by Junie’s Closet
STILWELL INDIANS Steve Cochran 23-9 OUTLOOK Questions remain to be answered for the fall campaign as Stilwell returns to the diamond on the heels of a 23-9 campaign. A quartet of seniors is tabbed to lead the way this year including a veteran defensive middle lineup that understands the importance of defense. Brycee Thomas (C, Sr.) returns […]
Tahlequah Lady Tigers Softball Preview – Presented by Junie’s Closet
TAHLEQUAH LADY TIGERS Coach: CHRIS RAY Last Year: 20-14 OUTLOOK If you’re a fan of high school fastpitch, there’s reason to keep an eye on the Tahlequah Tigers this year, who have been to seven consecutive state tournaments. They finished two runs short of a 5A state semifinal appearance last year. “The Lady Tigers return six […]