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Gundy longest tenured Big 12 coach after Patterson’s departure Dean Ruhl Sports Editor A stoic Gary Patterson, arms crossed, looms outside of Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. Not the man himself, but a bronze statue dedicated to the Horned Frogs coach, who had transformed the program into a perennial conference title contender in his 21 years at the helm. But, on Sunday, Patterson and TCU announced they’d be parting ways effective immediately. “We asked (Patterson) to continue on as our head coach for the remainder of the season, and take on a different role in 2022, but he believed it was in the team’s and TCU’s best interests to begin the transition immediately,” Jeremiah Donati, TCU’s athletic director, said in a statement Sunday. Patterson joins Texas Tech coach Matt Wells as the second Big 12 coach fired this season, just one week apart. With Patterson’s departure, Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy now becomes the longest tenured coach in the Big 12, and third longest in the entire FBS. Only Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz and Utah’s Kyle Whittingham have held their position longer than Gundy, with Whittingham beating Gundy by mere weeks. “We never know what goes on in the walls of some people’s houses, other people’s home,” Gundy said.

“But I was surprised (by Patterson’s firing).” Patterson complied a 181-79 coaching record during his time at TCU, but since 2016 had dwelled around the .500 mark, amassing a 38-32 record with two bowl game victories. Turmoil between Patterson and TCU’s athletic department had slowly been brewing, and well-documented by The Athletic’s Sam Khan. From NIL accusations to verbal rants, Patterson had slowly annoyed the Horned Frogs athletic brass. Wells, fired before even coaching a complete three seasons, was on an opposite trajectory than Patterson. Wells went 13-17 in the games he coached for Texas Tech, but had already surpassed his season win total from this past two seasons. After winning just four games each in 2019 and 2020, he had compiled a 5-3 record this season. He appeared to TTU primed for its first bowl appearance since 2017, and first bowl win since 2013. “I think it is fair to say that, and when they texted me (Sunday), I was kind of shocked,” Gundy said. “That was a shocker to me. So, I don’t know what all is going on.” With financial troubles affecting universities from the fallout of COVID-19, and uncertainty surrounding Big 12 institutions with realignment looming large, both schools releasing their coaches seems puzzling. Gundy said it is likely someone else paid for the buyout of those coaches.

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Burns and Ann Hargis were named the parade’s grand marshals last year and returned to fulfill the roles this year.

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Students traveled from across the country to witness the traditions Oklahoma State’s Homecoming has to offer, like the Sea of Orange Parade. Last year, OSU’s America’s Greatest Homecoming was put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, Homecoming returned and the OSU community celebrated it’s centennial year. Chase Parker, junior at OSU, said the parade gave a new energy this year compared to years past. “COVID kinda gave a new meaning to Homecoming,” Parker said. “Coming out of the pandemic, it is refreshing to see what pre-pandemic life was like.” The parade featured individuals like Dr. Kayse Shrum, OSU president, as well as Gov. Kevin Stitt. The parade also included Stillwater locals, which gave students the opportunity to learn more about the parade and its traditions. Brody McCullough, OSU junior, said he has a

new appreciation for the parade. “It’s really cool to see how the parade wasn’t just focused around OSU, but it brought together all of Stillwater,” McCullough said. “Especially the governor, that was awesome to see.” This year’s 100-year celebration parade also gave students who have never been involved in Homecoming the opportunity to dive into the celebration. The parade was no exception, either. Students from all across the country came together to build everything from float decorations to decorating dorm buildings. Haylee Wiggs, sophomore at OSU, said she felt like this parade offered something special compared to other years. “I’ve been to the parade many times when I was little, but there was something different about it this year,” Wiggs said. “Being a student, especially during the 100-year celebration was something that you can’t really describe; the energy was so different than other years.” Although students were in attendance at the parade, they were not the only ones. Crowds lined the streets to see what the centennial celebration offered. news.ed@ocolly.com

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Coaching... Continued from 1 “I don’t want to speak out of turn,” Gundy said. “I’m don’t know what is going on. I’m going to guess in most cases that check’s not going to come out of the budget because you can’t answer for that. “Tech is a public school, so you’ll eventually find out the information. TCU, you might not ever find out because it is private, but I doubt that came from their budget.” Another factor in the surprise, Gundy said, is that schools are currently trending toward hanging onto coaches for longer than they would have in the past. “I know that forever coaches pretty much lived on a hot seat,” Gundy said. “Then in the last four to six years it has kind of changes.” Gundy gave the example of Kentucky coach Mike Stoops, who struggled mightily in his first five seasons, accumulating a 26-36 record. The Wildcats stuck with Stoops, who has since pulled the team to a No. 18 rank, and three consecutive bowl game wins. “They said, ‘Well, we are going to stick with him’, and it has worked really well for them,” Gundy said. “You never know what is going on in other people’s worlds.” Gundy did not offer a reason to why the trends are changing, but like Stoops at UK, Iowa State coach Matt Campbell had subpar records until 2019 and former Baylor coach

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Matt Rhule went 8-17 in his first two seasons before leading the Bears to an 11-3 season, then leaving for the NFL. Entering his 17th season at OSU, Gundy holds a longer tenure than all nine other conference coaches, the next closest coach being Campbell, who is 11 years behind him. Since earning his position in 2005, Gundy has coached against 33 other coaches in the conference, with two more to be added shortly when the Cowboys face Kill at TCU and coach Sonny Cumbie at Texas Tech in several weeks. The discrepancy in the numbers is odd to Gundy, who said there are several aspects which show his age. “It is kind of unusual,” Gundy said. “I’m recruiting kids of players I’ve coached.” Eight current Big 12 schools sport head coaches who have been with their schools for less than half a decade, Gundy remained the pillar of long-term success in the conference. The Big 12 is at the crux of another era, not only via recent coaching changes, but with realignment imminent. Two new coaches are imminent in the next few months in the Big 12 and four more in the coming years when UCF, Cincinnati, BYU and Houston join the conference. With Gundy signing a new contract, which will be perpetually renewed after each season, he will continue to pilot OSU through the new era.

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Cowboys sideline rowdy during second half Gabriel Trevino Staff Reporter

sion intercepted a pass in the fourth quarter, and almost returned the turnover for a touchdown. HarvellPeel revealed Session previously told Peel he was going to get a pick-six. Peel jokingly said he was disappointed when he did not score after his interception, but was nonetheless excited for him. Not just Peel, but linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez became ecstatic after Session’s interception. “All the starters got pumped up,” Rodriguez said. “We took pictures. It is all good chemistry around the defense, and everyone is lifting each other up. Kolby Harvell-Peel is the hype man, he’s always cheering people up.” Safety Jason Taylor said he has also been on the receiving end of Peel’s enthusiasm after a big play, even when the two are in direct competition with each other. Peel and Taylor talked about their competition with one another about who can get the most interceptions this season. After Taylor’s interception in the first quarter, the score was tied. Peel said he was excited for Taylor, but wanted to get one as well. The next drive, Peel got his interception, taking back the lead in the contest. Even when the defense is not on the field, Peel and his teammates enjoy their time watching the team. Peel recalled a story of a big offensive play which resulted in a touchdown. Christian Holmes was on the sideline, and mentioned to Peel how when Sanders runs, he collides with defenders leading with his dominant side shoulder. A few plays later, Sanders delivers a key block to allow Brennan Presley to walk into the end zone. Immediately after, the group burst into laughter.

The biggest Oklahoma State fans are on the sideline, wearing pads and jerseys. Nobody gets more excited than the players themselves. In OSU’s 55-3 blowout victory over Kansas on Homecoming weekend, many freshmen and backups received significant playing time. Some of them experienced in-game action for the first time. Freshman receiver John Paul Richardson caught four passes, including his first touchdown of his OSU career. Running back Jaden Nixon, receivers Blaine and Bryson Green also got notable amounts of the second half snaps. Their success was not a surprise for starters such as Brennan Presley. “We know what they can do,” Presley said. “We are excited they get in the game, but we are more excited they get to show everybody else. We see what they can do at practice, they play like that all the time in practice. For them to show the world what they can do, I’m so happy for them.” Gundy said he notices when the team celebrates. From seniors such as linebacker Devin Harper and safety Kolby Harvell-Peel, all the way to new players like quarterback Gunnar Gundy and running back Jaylen Warren, they all celebrate. No matter how old or how long each player has been with the team, Gundy said he observes everyone is equally as excited. sports.ed@ocolly.com Redshirt freshman Nick Ses-

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Kappa Alpha Order raises money to give back Emmett Mckeel Staff Reporter

Standing on Oklahoma State University soil since 1920, Kappa Alpha Order -KA for shortworks with local businesses to raise money for their partnered charity the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Muscular Dystrophy Association funds research and treatments for people with Muscular Dystrophy, a group of rare genetic diseases that lead to muscle degeneration and cannot be cured. MDA is committed to providing treatments to families that may otherwise not have access to lifesaving care as well as funding research that plans to one day cure MD. On Friday Sept. 17 KA held a fundraiser event in partnership with One Life Nutrition. One Life is a small local business in Stillwater that KA is proud to work with. Through the fundraiser KA had 40 attendants that helped to raise money. “Charity events are a good way to give back to the community, and we’re supporting small businesses while giving to muscular dystrophy.” Said Griffin Rupe, OSU Finance Junior and new president for KA. While MDA is the partner charity for the national KA fraternity, OSU’s chapter has a closer connection to the cause. “Many of our members have been personally affected by this and it’s something that’s close to us,” Says Rupe, “It’s a lot more personal to us than just our national partnership.” Recording Secretary and Psychology senior Zach Moore feels similarly. “Fraternities and sororities have a lot of influence not just in their respective chapters, but on campus itself. Three years ago I believe Greek life made up around 80% of all leadership positions on campus while only being 20% of the bodies on campus. By using this influence there is a mutually beneficial transaction taking place...places are getting more business, and fraternities and sororities are gathering money for their charities.” He says, going on to explain that charity is and will always be an important thing people need to participate in in their life. While their numbers are small, KA and its members hope to continue to raise awareness and money for their partner charity, as well as plan to continue doing fundraiser events in the future. entertainment.ed@ocolly.com

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Notebook: Candy, Halloween and improved Cowboy back room

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that can’t be found in his control starts with things involving peanut butter. “I like sweet tart ropes and I like Starburst minis. I wasn’t (supposed to eat it) because I had braces, but I love caramel,” Presley said. “Chocolate covered almonds, Ghirardelli’s are Chris Becker really good, I have some Sour Patch Assistant Sports Editor Kids, some Gushers, some fruit snacks, I don’t know if I’m supposed to be tellHalloween has come and gone, ing you guys this and I have more.” but candy is still the talk of the converUnlike coach Mike Gundy, Missation. sissippi State coach Mike Leach and Oklahoma State’s Brennan Premany others across the country Presley sley changes where he shops dependis a fan of candy corn. ing on if he’s in Stillwater or home “I love candy corn, most people in Bixby, but the candy aisle calls his don’t like it and I love carrot cake and name either place. most people don’t like it either,” Pres“I don’t go (trick or treating) ley said. now because I eat candy all the time. Cowboy backs are getting healthThere’s no point in going when I have ier and battle tested all of the candy at my house,” Presley When OSU kicked off against said. Missouri State to open the season From the list of the stash he Braden Cassity was the only current keeps at his house it’s easier to name OSU Cowboy Back available. Logan the candy Presley doesn’t stockpile Carter was hurt, Silas Barr wasn’t a than what he does. The list of candies Cowboy Back, yet and Austin Jarrard

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was too new to the program. However, nine weeks into the college football season the position group is finally getting healthier and more experienced. Carter has slowly been reworked into the offense in a blocking role and Barr is learning the ways of the position in real game reps all while Cassity continues to be the consistent body the position needs. On top of his blocking prowess Cassity has hauled in five catches and 66 yards on the season. “Having Logan back is a huge plus considering he’s a veteran guy and he taught me everything I know,” Cassity said. “Silas was on the O-line, and now he’s progressing a lot as well. It’s been getting better every week I feel like.” Gundy enjoyed seeing player trick-or-treat with their families Gundy dressed as the Scarecrow from the famous film The Wizard of Oz to hand out candy for Halloween. Because Gundy lives on a ranch he and

his family go over to a Stillwater neighborhood to hand out sweet treats. While handing out candy, defensive tackle Sione Asi and edge rusher Brock Martin came around with their babies and families. Gundy said seeing two players, Asi from Nevada and Martin from Oklahoma, come together with their young families was what it’s all about and it made it even better because they couldn’t recognize the costumed Gundy. “I was thinking here you have Sione from all the way on the other side of the world and you have Brock Martin from Oologah, America, and they’re hanging out with their families and their little babies and trick-ortreating,” Gundy said. “I was like that’s kind of what it’s all about. It’s pretty cool. “But it’s funny when finally they started to walk off, and they realized who I was. They got a big kick out of that.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

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