Kingston’s Otis Armstrong – Football Spotlight – Presented by The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Some athletes play for the scoreboard; others play for something deeper. For Kingston High School’s Otis Armstrong, every snap, every step, and every collision carries the weight of his identity and his history. “I was born in Mansfield, Texas and moved to Oklahoma when I was 12. I have been playing football since I was […]
2025 Antlers Lady Bearcats – Basketball Preview – Presented by Pine Cellular
ANTLERS LADY BEARCATS COACH: Alissa Hardin Record: 6-19 OUTLOOK The Antlers Lady Bearcats enter the 2025-2026 season with a new sense of direction and energy under head coach Alissa Hardin, who begins her second year leading the program. With a young roster and a focus on development, Hardin is confident her team will surprise people […]
2025 Hugo Buffaloes – Basketball Preview – Presented by Jay Hodge Dodge
HUGO BUFFALOES COACH: Darnell Shanklin Record: 8-15 OUTLOOK The Hugo Buffaloes enter the 2025-2026 season with confidence and experience, returning nearly their entire roster from last year. With only one senior departed, longtime head coach Darnell Shanklin believes his team is primed to take the next step. “I have a team that only graduated one […]
2025 Coalgate Lady Wildcats – Basketball Preview – Presented by Safeguard Insurance Solutions and CashFirst
COALGATE LADY WILDCATS COACH: Josh Talley Record: 8-18 OUTLOOK As the Coalgate Lady Wildcats prepare for the 2025-26 season, new head coach Josh Talley steps into his first year leading the girls’ program with optimism, energy, and a clear defensive mindset. After finishing 8-18 a year ago, Coalgate is focused on development, chemistry, and carving […]
2025 Coalgate Wildcats – Basketball Preview – Presented by Safeguard Insurance Solutions and CashFirst
COALGATE WILDCATS COACH: Josh Talley Record: 5-19 OUTLOOK With a young but determined roster, the Coalgate Wildcats enter the 2025-26 season under head coach Josh Talley ready to compete, grow, and build momentum for the future. After a 5-19 campaign a year ago, Talley believes his group’s balance and athleticism will make them an exciting […]
2025 Durant Lions – Basketball Preview – Presented by Stuteville Chevrolet of Durant
DURANT LIONS COACH: Aaron George Record: 9-14 OUTLOOK After a rebuilding year, the Durant Lions boys’ basketball team is focused on growth and grit heading into the 2025-2026 season. Head coach Aaron George, now in his 11th year at the helm, knows his team may be young, but he believes their effort and energy will […]
2025 Durant Lady Lions – Basketball Preview – Presented by Stuteville Chevrolet of Durant
DURANT LADY LIONS COACH: Tony Robinson Record: 19-8 OUTLOOK The Durant Lady Lions enter the 2025-2026 season with high expectations after reaching the Class 5A state quarterfinals last year — and they’re not backing down from the challenge. With all five starters returning and key contributors stepping up off the bench, head coach Tony Robinson […]
2025 Caney Girls Basketball Preview – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Atoka
CANEY LADY COUGARS COACH: Jessica Crites Record: 12-15 OUTLOOK Caney enters the new season with a group that understands what it means to compete at the high school level. Coach Jessica Crites has guided the program for ten years, and she has watched this roster grow through the ups and downs of last season’s 12 […]
2025 Stringtown Boys Basketball Preview – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Atoka
STRINGTOWN TIGERS Coach: Shane Winter Last Year: 8-15 The Tigers have high hopes to bounce back to the tradition of winning basketball this season as Shane Winter enters his 18th year on the bench. Senior leadership and experience is a plus with the return of two starters including VYPE Top 100 nominee Karter Florence (6-4, […]
2025 Stringtown Girls Basketball Preview – Presented by Stuteville Ford of Atoka
STRINGTOWN LADY TIGERS Coach: Jake Dudley Last Year 22-6 After narrowly missing the state tournament last season exiting in the Area tournament finals, the Lady Tigers are eager to punch their ticket to the State tournament this year bolstered by the return of four starters to the court. Experience will be a big advantage for […]