Durant’s Kinsley James – Golf Spotlight – Presented by Cherokee Communications
What starts as a strategy can quickly turn into a passion. For Durant High School senior Kinsley James, that’s exactly what happened when she first picked up a golf club. “I initially showed interest in golf because I was trying to plan ahead and heard that women’s golf scholarships were a good path,” Kinsley said. […]
Atoka’s Sarah Barton – Softball Spotlight – Presented by McCurtain County National Bank
What does it take to be a standout on the softball field? For Sarah Barton, it starts with commitment and a love for the game that’s been growing since childhood. “I started playing softball when I was around five or six,” she said. “I’ve developed a deep love for the game.” That early passion helped […]
Durant’s Tucker Tonubbee – Golf Spotlight – Presented by Cherokee Communications
Golf didn’t always take up all of Tucker Tonubbee’s time—but once he found it, there was no turning back. “I am a junior at Durant High School. I started playing golf about three years ago and that is all I really do now,” Tucker said. In just a few short years, he’s gone from beginner […]
Atoka’s Jax Slade – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular
Jax Slade has been swinging a bat for as long as he can remember. “I’m a sophomore at Atoka High School and have been playing baseball for 12 years,” he said. His dedication to the sport has grown over the years, shaped by faith, family, and a strong sense of purpose every time he steps […]
Antlers’ Colton Sorrells – Golf Spotlight – Presented by McCurtain County National Bank
Colton Sorrells has spent most of his high school career on the football field and in the weight room, but this year, he decided to try something new. “Football and powerlifting were the only sports I have played in high school up until now,” he said. Now, he’s embracing the challenge of the game and […]
Antlers’ Karlee Callahan – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by McCurtain County National Bank
Karlee Callahan grew up on the softball field. “I am a sophomore and I play softball, basketball, and cheer for Antlers High School,” she said. “My dad introduced me to softball when I was three, he played baseball his entire life.” From the moment she picked up a glove, she hasn’t stopped chasing greatness. “My […]
Hugo’s Dakerrious Wilson – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Jay Hodge Dodge of Hugo
Not every athlete discovers their passion for a sport on their own—sometimes, inspiration comes from family. “My big brother inspired me to play,” said Hugo High School’s Dakerrious Wilson. “Just watching him when I was little made me want to play, and I grew a passion for the game.” That early influence turned into a deep love […]
Coalgate’s Bryson Stowe – Track Spotlight – Presented by SafeGuard Insurance Solutions
Some athletes grow into their sport over time, and for Bryson Stowe, track didn’t click right away—but when it did, everything changed. “I started running track in middle school. I didn’t really care for it much, but when I got into high school, I got some great coaches and a great team that really helped […]
Durant’s Will Robinson – FCA All-State – Presented by Simmons Bank
The loss of a great man is always cause for mourning and celebration. We at FCAmourn the loss of Coach Will Robinson and his daughter CJ, while acknowledging his contributions and influence on those he encountered along the way.Will is affectionately remembered as a genuinely nice guy. A coach who believed in his players untilthey […]
Durant’s Ryan Cook – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Simmons Bank
For Ryan Cook, education is about more than just teaching facts—it’s about shaping independent thinkers who want to improve the world. “I like working with students to develop them into independent critical thinkers who want to improve the world,” he said. As a world history and psychology teacher at Durant High School, as well as […]