Kingston’s Dextry Bowerman-Athlete Spotlight
Success at shortstop requires quick reactions, confidence and the ability to move on from a mistake. Kingston High School senior Dextry Bowerman has learned that the mental side of the game can be just as important as the physical one. Bowerman draws inspiration from her cousin, Bradi Harmon, who plays softball at the University of […]
Durant Area Fan’s Choice Team
The fans have spoken and after weeks of online polls, you the fans have selected your Fan’s Choice Team for the 2026 high school football season. Durant Area Offense QB – Ethan Williams – AntlersEthan Williams is a senior quarterback who can challenge defenses through the air and on the ground. His versatility and experience […]
Caney’s Morgan Darrell-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Cherokee Communications
Some of Morgan Darrell’s connections to Caney have been built far from a scoreboard. She has worked at a cafe since she was about 14, where conversations with customers make each shift feel connected to home. “I like to talk to all of the locals when I work,” Darrell said. On the softball field, the […]
Silo’s Maddix Sander-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by 49th Street Veterinary Clinic and Pet Spa
Reaching the state tournament is never something Maddix Sander takes for granted. Since her freshman year, the Silo High School junior has been part of softball teams that advanced to the state tournament during every fall and spring season. Those repeated trips have been memorable, but Sander values what the work behind them has taught […]
Silo’s Mia Goodlow-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by 49th Street Veterinary Clinic and Pet Spa
No basketball moment carries the same meaning for Mia Goodlow as the decision she made away from the court: choosing to follow Christ. The Silo sophomore said faith shapes how she lives and handles each season. “The accomplishment I’m most proud of in my life is making the decision to follow Christ,” Goodlow said. “Of […]
Silo’s Kamrey Hendricks-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by 49th Street Veterinary Clinic and Pet Spa
The field and court no longer feel ordinary to Kamrey Hendricks. After three major surgeries in three years, every chance to compete means more. The Silo Public Schools senior plays softball and basketball. “Each surgery taught me to be patient, work hard, and never give up,” Hendricks said. “Going through those setbacks has made me […]
Atoka’s Sarah Barton-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Stuteville Ford
Sarah Barton has spent years learning how quickly softball can change. One pitch, one mistake or one tough loss can test a player, but the Atoka High School junior has learned that what happens next matters more. Barton, who competes in softball and powerlifting, has been a starting pitcher and shortstop since sixth grade. Her […]
Atoka’s Jayden Stanley-Athlete Spotlight- Presented by Stuteville Ford
The work of an offensive lineman is not always noticed from the stands, but Atoka High School’s Jayden Stanley has learned to take pride in the plays that allow everyone else to succeed. Stanley plays center on offense and defensive tackle on the other side of the ball. His performance in the middle of Atoka’s […]
Atoka’s Kinlee Flynn-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Shamrock Bank
One mistake can change an inning, but Kinlee Flynn has learned it does not have to determine what happens next. Flynn, a sophomore at Atoka High School, competes in softball and powerlifting. Her ability earned recognition early. As a freshman, she was named Prep Nation’s 3A District 8 Freshman of the Year for fast-pitch softball. […]
2026 Atoka Lady Wampus Cats Fastpitch Softball-Presented by Atoka Softball Parent Booster Club
Softball can turn on a single play, but coach Shalee Ring does not want one difficult moment to dictate what follows. As Atoka prepares for the season, the challenge is not avoiding every mistake. It is responding with enough composure that one bad play never becomes a bad inning. Ring’s roster brings different levels of […]