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Pregame 12 | Picture This The VYPE photographers were out in force this summer catching some great stuff from the OCA All-State games. Take a look at who we caught playing football, golf, tennis, wrestling, basketball and baseball.

18 | Triple Play From Eastern Oklahoma we feature DeAndre Jennings from Bixby High School and from Central Oklahoma we have Jacky Smith from Putnam City. Both gave outstanding answer, but who would come out one top? Find out what coach scored a big number and what parent ran away with this month’s Triple Play!

24 | Where Are They Now?

Former Jenks standout and OU AllAmerican Rocky Calmus opens up about his career at OU, his stint in the NFL and what he’s up to today living in Tennessee. Calmus talks about Jenks football and his thoughts on ever returning to Oklahoma.

A letter from Austin Chadwick

Football is Here!!! I Hate August. We are under way in the realm of football. As August slowly comes to a glorious close (Yes, being an ex-player August is the most hated month because of the 16 years I spent doing two-a-days from youth to college), the weather is starting to cool off just a bit. Football is around the corner and we get things charged up with our Rivalry Issue. Typically in Oklahoma, you will find some of the biggest rivalries taking place in the first couple of weeks. Jenks and Union will kick off the season for the first time in the annual Backyard Bowl. Guthrie and Carl Albert are in the same district so they will be hooking up later down the line. This issue is chalk full of the top rivalries in the Tulsa and OKC areas. Be sure to check out your areas VYPE Top 100 players. All the VYPE Top 100 athletes are eligible for the VYPE Mr. Football Oklahoma Award that will be presented in January.

Also, if there is ever anything that needs to be brought to our attention or anything that our readers disagree or agree with, we want your feedback. You can reach me personally at Austin. Chadwick@VYPE

Austin Chadwick VYPE Oklahoma Publisher

36 | High School Rivalries

Rivalries are a natural ocurance in football. Maybe two schools are separated by a couple of miles or maybe they’ve played each other for decades. Whatever the reason, rivalries in Oklahoma spark emotions in all of us. Take a look at our picks for the Top 5 in eastern and central Oklahoma.

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42 | VYPE Top 100

The State Farm Mr. Football Award is gaining momentum every day. The VYPE Top 100 are eager to get on the field and prove why they are worthy of the title Mr. Football. Follow these outstanding players as they run, pass, tackle and block their way to the most coveted title in Oklahoma .

Next Issue... Classes have started and students are getting back into the swing of another school year. For volleyball and softball players the season is well underway and VYPE is there to cover it all.

Partner/Director of Operations Rod Coulter Partner/Three Rivers Director Bill Huddleston Partner Mark Rodgers Graphic Design Austin Chadwick Contributing Writers Austin Chadwick, Mark Rodgers, Brad Heath, Steve Marshall, Dusty Otis, Keven Scrutchins Contributing Photographers Brad Heath, Steve Toney, Patti Duran, Rip Stell, Bluncks Photography, Curtis Allen, Defining Moments Photography, Josh Clough, Von Castor, John Hasler, Kevin Bishop, Gsmith Studios.com, Wes Sharp, Kim Hough, Michael Mayberry, Brett Rojo Contact Information Website: www.VYPEOK.com Phone: 918.495.1771 Fax: 918.495.1787 VYPE is published monthly by Trinity Media Group, LLC. Reproductions in whole or in part without permission are prohibited. VYPE is not responsible for the return of unsolicited artwork, photography or manuscripts and will not be responsible for holding fees or similar charges. All digital submissions and correspondences will become property of VYPE.

Let us know what we’re doing right or what we need to do better. We love to hear from readers. Or if you have an event, a team or an athlete we need to cover, give us the heads-up. Send your comments to Oklahoma@vype.com. —Brad Heath, Editor

The College Game Glad to see you guys have stepped up your coverage of college football. I get tired of hearing from other local media sources about the same thing over and over. You seem to give an unbiased opinion and you cover more than just OU and OSU. Great job!

Brian Jordan, Edmond

Pigskin Preview When I got my copy of the Pigskin Preview I couldn’t believe how big it was and how much info you guys packed in that thing. It’s the best football preview I’ve ever seen in this state. Keep it up. Can’t wait to see what you’ll do for the basketball preview!

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Not Sure on This One I recently purchased a copy of the Pigskin Preview from Food Pyramid and I have to say I expected a little more. I was disappointed when I didn’t see that section with photos from last season and I thought you devoted too many pages on college. It’s a high school football magazine, not a college magazine. Leave the college stuff to the college experts. And ten bucks? Wow!

Thomas McCall, Tulsa

Editor’s Note: Thanks for the email Thomas. The section of photos you referred to was removed because we included so many pictures in the team capsules. As for the college pages I would venture to say we do have the experts writing those capsules and I can promise you they did their homework. When you produce a magazine with 464 pages the price is going to go up and will probably remain there for some time. But I wanted to thank you for supporting local businesses like Food Pyramid. They stepped up this year and wanted to offer this magazine in their stores and we appreciate everything they have done.

Fun in the Sun The Broken Arrow softball tournament is coming up in August. Can we expect to see VYPE at the event taking photos? We have a ton of teams coming in from all over the state. Thanks! Go B.A. (Proud Momma Tiger)

Editor’s Note: Yes! Just like last year and they year before and the year before that! We love the B.A. tournament!

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Eric Davis of the Cincinnati Reds became the seventh and earliest player to reach the 30 home runs and 30 steals in a single season. Davis would go on to win a World Series with the Reds in 1990 and become a two-time All-Star in 1987 and 89.

On this day the New York Yankees retired the #37 worn by Casey Stengel. Stengel is an 8-time World Series champions and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966. Stengelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s #37 was also retired by the New York Mets.

Philadelphia Philliesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Pete Rose collected his 3,631st hit off St. Louis Cardinal pitcher Mark Littell to break the NL record held by Stan Musial. In 14,053 career at bats Rose recorded 4,256 hits and was a 17time All-Star.

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Professional golfer Tiger Woods win the PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa. Woods shot an -8 to beat fellow American Woody Austin by 2 strokes.

Boxer Henry Armstrong became the first boxer to hold three different belts in three different weight classes at the same time. Armstrong defeated Lou Ambers for the lightweight title in a 15-round decision.

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Rollie Fingers becomes the first pitcher to get save No.300. Fingers was a 7-time All-Star selectee and was named to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1992. Fingers finished his career with 341 total saves and 1,299 strikeouts

The Seattle Mariners become the first team to have a father-son duo as teammates. Ken Griffey was signed on this day to play with his son Ken Griffey Jr. Ken Griffey Sr. started his playing career in 1972 with the Cincinnati Reds.

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Jacky Smith plays varsity football for the Putnam City Pirates and entering his senior season Smith is expected to contribute from multiple positions. Smith and the Pirates are focused on making the playoffs this season. On the field Smith is a beast at corner or strong safety. According to Smith his most memorable play was his interception against Putnam City North. Sheri Jamerson is Jacky’s mom and when she’s not at the game cheering on the Pirates you can find her at church or around town taking in other sporting events. A Douglass graduate, Sheri had the task of competing with Pirate wide receiver Marc Perry in this month’s Triple Play. Perry is a senior at PCO and thinks he knows his teammate better than his own mother! Who will win this month’s Triple Play?

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Jacky's Mother

Marc Perry Jacky's Brother

What is Jacky's favorite subject in school?

Math

What is Jacky's favorite pre-game or post game meal?

Chicken w/Mac & Cheese

Fried Chicken & Mac & Cheese

Fried Chicken

If Jacky was trapped on a deserted island what is one thing he would have with him?

Water

Fire

Phone

Is Jacky the class clown or class president?

Class Clown

Class President

Class Clown

Is Jacky's Bedroom: Work of art, disaster area or Area 51?

Work of Art

Disaster Area

If Jacky couldn't play football what would he do?

Play Basketball

Become a Business Man

Go to College

Does Jacky do his homework: Last minute, every night, always late?

Every Night

What reality TV show could Jacky Win?

None of Them

None

Wipe Out

When Jacky is with his best friend it's: Superbad, Southpark, Big Bang Theory?

Big Bang Theory

South Park

What sports movie or TV show would Jacky be in?

Anything on ESPN

The Game

Remember the Titans

5 Correct. Nice work mom..

4 Correct. C'Mon Bro. Get on it.

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DeAndre Jennings is the starting tight end for the Bixby Spartans and was recently named as one of the VYPE Top 100 players in the state. That puts Jennings in the running for the State Farm Mr. Football award to be given to the states top football player at the end of the season. Jennings comes from a long line of great athletes and is looking to help his team to a playoff birth this season. Angela Jackson is DeAndre’s mom and when she’s not cheering at a game she can be found working for Right@Home or going to school. In her spare time she loves spending time with her boys and being outdoors. Loren Montgomery is the head coach of the Spartans and he knows the Jennings family is full of competitors. Coach Montgomery and the Spratans will open the 2012 season on the road against Garden City, Kansas, but first he must get past Angela and the VYPE Triple Play!

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Loren Montgomery Bixby Football Coach

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What is DeAndre's favorite subject in school?

Algebra

Football

Math

What is DeAndre's favorite pre-game or post game meal?

Subway Steak & Cheese

Steak & Baked Potato

Grandma Jackson’s Chicken Pot Pie

If DeAndre was trapped on a deserted island what is one thing he would have with him?

Water

Bible

Fire

Is DeAndre the class clown or class president?

Class Clown

Is DeAndre's Bedroom: Work of art, disaster area or Area 51?

Disaster Area

Work of Art

If DeAndre couldn't play football what would he do?

Play Basketball

Coach Football

Raise Cattle

Does DeAndre do his homework: Last minute, every night, always late?

Last Minute

Every Night

What reality TV show could DeAndre Win?

Survivor

When DeAndre is with his best friend it's: Superbad, Southpark, Big Bang Theory?

Superbad

South Park

Big Bang Theory

What sports movie or TV show would DeAndre be in?

Any Sports Movie

Remember the Titans

Facing Giants

3 Correct. Study up Coach.

3 Correct. It's a Tie

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Lean and Mean Energy Now 32 pounds leaner, Oklahoma City basketball player Kendrick Perkins has made headlines with his weight loss that helped his team. Perkins knows exercise is essential to a winning game. However, last summer, the 6-foot-9 Oklahoma City center learned diet is equally important in creating championship moves. “My lifestyle choices were weighing me down, on and off the court,” Perkins said. “It made a huge difference to make a few small changes like drinking 1% low-fat milk. I feel the best I have in years and I’m

at the top of my game professionally. My wife and son are making changes, too. We are all choosing 1% low-fat milk. With all the vitamins and minerals of 2% or whole milk and much less fat, 1% low-fat milk is a healthy slam dunk.”

Speaking up for Oklahomans

Perkins loves Oklahoma. “I appreciate how much the fans have embraced us. Their support helped us to become champions and I want Oklahoma families to be on the top of their game, too! While I am known to be serious, 1% low-fat milk is something we can all smile about.” A few Perkins “Lactoid Factoids” include:

• Good D – 1% low-fat milk has good D – Vitamin D. In fact, it has the same amount as whole milk. • Nothin’ but Nutrients – 1% low-fat milk has the same amount of vitamins and

minerals as whole milk. *Swish* Nothin’ but nutrients.

• Lean and Mean – The biggest difference among different types of milk is fat content. Just ask Perk – he knows lean and mean when he sees it. • Technical Foul – 1% low-fat milk is not watered-down whole milk. Anyone who says otherwise deserves a technical foul. • Go Pro – 1% low-fat milk is a healthy protein drink.

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For more information about the benefits of 1% milk and ONIE’s Lactoid Factoids, visit http://www.lowfatmilkhasperks. com. To learn more about the Oklahoma Nutrition Information and Education project, log on to www.ouhsc.edu/onie. You can follow the project on Facebook: ONIE Project or Twitter: @ONIEproject. To see Perks’ newest video on 1% lowfat milk, visit http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=Z7K1Q00b1Fg.

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Fund Raising Success through Quality Food and Community Responsibility

Organizations at every level are continually seeking the prize… winning the game. And with the challenges of providing funding, high school sports teams, youth groups and at-risk schools no longer can take the risk or gamble to succeed for their basic needs. Now, thanks to the commitment of Richard Cranford

and the team at QuarterShare, every organization can achieve their fundraising goals.

For almost a quarter century, Cranford successfully operated medical equipment companies working with doctors and hospitals. Simultaneously, he donated time and resources to support multiple charities in the Tulsa area. Ready for a new challenge, Cranford developed QuarterShare.

“I sought out a new challenge that would help others,” said Cranford. “And, QuarterShare was the perfect path to follow.”

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products and community responsibility, this gourmet snack stick company is as the name states, QuarterShare guarantees to donate one quarter of all the beef snack sticks sold back to local groups including afterschool programs and local charities. The United States is #2 in the world for meat eaters, thus making beef sticks a natural choice for fund raising products.

“For any group to enjoy fundraising success requires a product that people want,” said Cranford. “QuarterShare beef sticks are a healthy alternative to candy, cookies and popcorn commonly used in fundraisers and concession stands. They are high in protein, 0 Trans fat, no MSG and low

them how to sell the product and earn money for their group. The process increases their self worth and builds confidence through their efforts.”

“Our team is 100% committed to the success of each group,” nodded Cranford. “Together we can make a difference in the opportunities available for everyone. QuarterShare offers a commitment to give back 25% of products sold to the community. And, through our partnership effort with every group, it’s people helping people.” (For information about how QuarterShare can help your group’s fundraising efforts, call 918- 2498658).

in carbohydrates. And with no refrigeration needed, they have a 9 month shelf life.”

“A strong point of the success of QuarterShare beef sticks is their nutritional value,” Cranford confirmed. “We offer three delicious flavors, Original – Smokey Sweet – Jalapeno, made from lean cuts of Midwest tender meats.”

“Our fundraising formula is unique,” states Cranford. “It’s straightforward and more profitable than other programs because of one simple fact. QuarterShare requires no upfront purchase to start the organization’s efforts.” “Along with guaranteed earnings on each four sticks sold, QuarterShare delivers a 5th stick free,” admits Cranford. “They can choose to sell it at 100% profit or donate it to a nonprofit group in need of snacks or food. This commitment allows us to give back to the community.”

“Our team participates with these groups teaching them how to be successful,” said Cranford. “We give them the product upfront and then work together with the kids to show

By Austin Chadwick Q and A with Lynn Jacobsen

Rocky Calmus

Former Jenks standout won every award there was to win at Oklahoma. Now living in Tennessee, Calmus cannot be forgotten just because he is not around Oklahoma more often.

The Calmus name in Jenks, Oklahoma is synonymous with fantastic ability on the football field and baseball diamond. It started with All-State baseball player Lance, the oldest of the brothers, who saw time in the minor leagues before injuries derailed his baseball career. Middle brother Ritchie will go down as one of the greatest Jenks football players ever. Ritchie was a member of the ’93 state championship team and was named to the ’95 All-State team his senior year. Setting records as a tailback surprised no one. Scoring 37 TDs in one season solidified him as one of the greatest all-time players to wear the maroon and white. After high

school, Ritchie landed at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M on scholarship and played there for a couple of years. When his two years at NEO were up, Ritchie headed to Southeastern Oklahoma State as a running back. He started his senior year and graduated with a bachelor’s degree.

Rocky Calmus may be the more recognizable name of the Calmus clan. During his career at Jenks, Rocky compiled 388 tackles, 2,823 yards rushing and 49 TDs. Being named MVP of the ’97 state championship game and Defensive Player of the Year in Oklahoma helped propel him to play linebacker for the University of Oklahoma. While at Oklahoma, Rocky earned AllAmerican honors and later won the Butkus Award for the nation’s top linebacker. Calmus was a captain and epitomized the mentality of the 2000 national championship squad that will go down as one of the

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F E AT U R E Drafted by the Tennessee Titans, Rocky entered the National Football League where he earned a spot on the final roster. Battling injuries hampered his progress in the league, but Rocky got everything he could out of his career. He was signed by the Indianapolis Colts for the 2005 season, but appeared in no regular season games for the Colts. Hampered by injuries throughout his professional career, he retired after the 2005 season.

Let's face it, the legacy status of Oklahoma Sooner greats seems to be enhanced after their careers, especially when they live, work and are around the state of Oklahoma. There are a handful of exSooner players who had no where near the career as Calmus, but seem to have a higher status in Oklahoma Sooner legacy hierarchy because they are around, tangible and within the family on a regular basis.

toughest teams in Oklahoma history. After a couple of fumble and interception returns for TDs in 2001, many thought Rocky should be looked at for the Heisman Trophy. Calmus finished his career in 2001, winning every award and piece of hardware you can achieve in his senior year. Rocky will go down alongside Brian Bosworth as the greatest in Oklahoma linebackers, even to this day.

So where is Rocky now? Living in Franklin, Tennessee, Rocky and his wife, Teri, owning a landscaping business and loving life. Here is a question and answer session with the Sooner great as Rocky interviewed with VYPE's Lynn Jacobsen.

VYPE: Where are you living? Calmus: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still living in Franklin, Tenn., and married to my high school sweetheart, the former Teri Marcum, an all-state soccer player at Jenks. She actually played three years at Memorial before moving to Jenks. She went to OSU for a year or two, then spent her last two years at OU. She played soccer in college.

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keep up with Jenks although my dad and brother keep me informed. It’s tough but I try to keep up with it as much as I can. VYPE: Do you like the Sooners’ chances in 2012? Calmus: You just never know. You hope they have the personnel to compete. They have a nice balance of older guys and young guys. They just have to gel and come together as one.

VYPE: Excited to have Mike Stoops back? Calmus: Oh yeah. He’ll bring a lot to the table. He had a great run in the beginning and hopefully he can bring them back. I was sad to see my old coach (Brent Venables) go but I think he’s where he needs to be. There’s been a lot of shake up. VYPE: What do you miss most from your playing days? Calmus: Football is all I’ve ever known, all I’ve ever done. I miss the competition and camaraderie. Playing for each other and the team. I played in a few championship games in my career at Jenks and OU and was fortunate to win them. VYPE: Favorite football memory from high school? Calmus: Probably being part of some great teams and being part of being so dominant. In high school I loved running the ball.

VYPE: Any children? Calmus: Yes. We have four kids. Our boys are Casen, age 8, and Coleman, age 5 ½ and our girls are Cate, age 3 and Carter, age 1.

VYPE: Are you boys playing football? Calmus: Not yet. I’m not pushing it. Casen plays basketball, baseball and soccer. He’s into triathlons. It’s awesome how well he’s doing. We finally got him a decent bike and it’s amazing how well he’s doing. It’s pretty exciting. When he was only eight (Casen turned 9 Aug. 9), he was beating 9 and 10 year olds.

VYPE: Is Coleman into sports? Calmus: Not yet. He’s going to be a great little athlete but he’s not interested right now. That’s fine. VYPE: How engaged are you with OU and Jenks football from a distance? Calmus: It’s tough being here in SEC country. I catch OU games when they are on television. It’s little tougher to

VYPE: What are you doing now? Calmus: I have a lawn care and landscaping business, I’m in the health care world which brings me back to Oklahoma more; and I’m coaching at a private school, Brentwood Academy in Brentwood, Tenn. I’m the linebackers coach. VYPE: What have you shared with your players? Calmus: I just talked to them today actually about what a great time high school is. I know they’re tired, they’re hurting but high school flies by so quickly and memories are all we have.

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VYPE: Do you get back for games? Calmus: I try to, especially now that my boys are getting older. I try to get back for at least one game. It’s tougher this year because I’m coaching Friday nights. And we’ll have film sessions on Saturday.

VYPE: How did two Okies end up staying in Tennessee? Calmus: We started a life here. We love it. It’s beautiful. We have an unbelievable church, a great Sunday school class. We enjoy living here.

VYPE: How does Tennessee football compare to Oklahoma football? A: It’s not as good as Oklahoma. VYPE: What are your

hobbies? Calmus: I love to hunt and fish. I love to hang out with the family and it’s a lot of fun watching Casen compete in triathlon. Actually, we got him into swimming and he started swimming meets. And then we thought why not try triathlon? He was getting second place in all the meets with the same little boy beating him. Once we got Casen a road bike, he started winning meets. We’re extremely blessed.

Calmus is loving life and is developing his own name in Tennessee with his family. Though many of us wish we could see the talismanic linebacker more often around Oklahoma football, for anyone who knows Rocky, this lifestyle suits him just fine. But let's not forget how impactful he was at Oklahoma. One of the true greats who was a leader who saw the Sooners through their toughest times into the renewed powerhouse that we see year-in and year-out now.

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The Sooner offense may have some new faces but one thing remains, There will be plenty of points to go around.

Chris Plank -1 4 3 0 a m T h e B u z z -Sooner Broadcast and sideline R e p o rt e r

Perhaps the best word to describe Oklahoma’s offense in 2012 is explosive. The return of Landry Jones, the program’s career passing leader, has fans expecting a national championship run this season. Credit head coach Bob Stoops and his staff with securing the return of Jones for one final season.

In typical Jones fashion, his announcement to return for his senior season came with little pomp and circumstance. In fact, it was a simple press release where Jones said, “I want to accomplish the goals that I set before I got here, and there is still a lot more to do. I want to make sure I’ve exhausted every effort in that area. And I want to be a senior. I enjoy being at OU and with my teammates and look forward to graduating with the guys that were in my class when I got here.”

Jones already owns 13 career passing records. But he isn’t resting on his laurels. Instead of spending his spring break on a beach, Jones worked out with quarterback guru George

Whitfield in California. No beach. All work. This is the type of work ethic that separates the Sooner quarterback.

On a sidebar, I find it interesting that some fans take to message boards and talk shows to question the leadership ability of Jones. No one is a better lead-by-example guy than Landry Jones. As he has grown as a person and player his confidence is contagious and he has constantly evolved as a more vocal leader as well. No one was more active in keeping spirits up and no one was more involved in making sure everyone was on the right page on the sidelines than Jones. As Kenny Stills continues to grow as a receiver he will continue to improve. Stills has the fire and attitude you love in a playmaker but still battles with his consistency. Stills caught 61 passes last year and averaged close to 14 yards per reception. Of course the depth at receiver will be the big question. But the emergence in the spring of Trey Metoyer was beyond impressive. Metoyer was originally a part of the 2011 recruiting class but after spending a year at Hargrave Military Academy the 6-2, 198 pound freshman looks ready to contribute right away. “He is a great worker,” Coach Stoops said of Metoyer. “He went through the winter workouts like he has been here for 2 years and that’s a sign of maturity, strength, and endurance to handle it like he did. Then on the field he was competitive and tough and made competitive plays consistently. Plus he was taking care of academics never missing an appointment and he worked hard at it… he was very positive in all the areas you want him to be.”

With Jaz Reynolds and Trey Franks back in the mix from at least a practice perspective the depth of the receiving group greatly improves. The addition of Justin Brown from Penn State may have shifted the overall group from a position of concern to a position of strength. Brown brings size and experience in addition to

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versatility. Brown likely will end up as the main punt returner for the Sooners after amassing over 700 all purpose yards during his junior campaign at Penn State. Keep an eye on the tight end position and the potential

of Freshman Taylor McNamara. In addition to Metoyer the Sooners signed 4 other wide receivers and one athlete to help bolster any depth problems at wide receiver. Derrick Woods looks like a player that has a chance to make an impact along with OKC Heritage Hall product Sterling Shepard. Keep an eye on the tight end position and the potential of freshman Taylor McNamara.

After his horrific injury against Kansas State, walk-on sensation Dominique Whaley is back for the Sooners. Whaley is cleared and will be ready for the opener against UTEP. Roy Finch, Trey Millard, and Brennan Clay all had jaw-dropping moments. Finch has shown an incredible ability to elude tacklers and an explosive burst of speed. Millard might just be the best all-around football player on the roster while Clay provides a versatility that gives the Sooner backfield incredible flexibility.

The job that offensive line coach James Patton has done goes mostly un-noticed. The Sooners graduated their starting left tackle Donald Stephenson to the NFL after an incredible college career. Most programs would lose a star like that and struggle to find a replacement. But diversity and flexibility has been the key for the Sooners offensive line from day one for Coach Patton. In offensive line meetings every lineman, regardless of position (Guard, Tackle, or Center), will be charged with understanding and making calls. When All-Big 12 Center Ben Habern went down this summer, the Sooner line now has the ability to shift Gabe Ikard has the flexibility to move around as well as some of the other linemen. The flexibility of the OU offensive line and the preparation of coach Patton have the Sooner offensive line positioned for another solid campaign.

Oklahoma Media Needs a Lesson

Coach's Cliches! Oh yes, we love clichés. But understand that more people need to appreciate them because when Bob Stoops gives them, they actually mean something. “Taking care of business.” “Getting better.” “Doing the little things right.” “Staying focused.” For some pundits the “coach’s speak” many hear from Bob Stoops, his staff, and his players are redundant and cliché. So many in the media and Oklahoma fanbase are waiting to get headliners, cut ups, attention grabbers, and they some how feel neglected and put off when they get the run-of-the-mill coach’s jargon. Allow me to enlighten everyone that there is a reason why coach’s speak is so common and prevalent. It is simply because it is overwhelmingly true in more aspects than anyone really wants to admit.

I am a fan of the headliner quotes that get people talking as much as anyone, but I also know how to listen to a coach give what seems to be redundant answers. It is almost like some feel like a coach is “hiding” something for sticking to clichés. There are some great journalists in Oklahoma. And most all of them didn’t even play sports collegiately. But they understand and put the time into deciphering the sports they cover so they can at least have a little coach’s perspective. A credit to these journalists who make the attempt to understand what coaches are saying. Too many journalists in Oklahoma find themselves with their editor's voice ringing in their ears to find provocative information in controversial editorial. Much of this is done because of the decreasing

readership trend in newspapers and how there has been a misidentified interpretation that bad but provocative journalism will somehow save the readership of daily newspapers.

Trust me, there is nothing more irritating to a coach than answering questions from people who don’t understand and refuse to try to understand. It is amazing to see how much more approachable a coach can be when he is being asked questions (even tough questions) from people that have worked hard to gain a little bit of knowledge about the game, from a coach’s point of view.

Bob Stoops gives great coach’s jargon, but what people don’t realize sometimes is that he is being honest in his assessments. Too many times he is criticized for this his coach speak. Some think that Stoops does this on purpose if he is annoyed with the questions that are being asked. Well, this isn’t entirely true. The misunderstanding with any media-coach relationship is that the media deals with one person. The coach deals with hundreds of media personnel. It is acceptable for the media to ask ridiculous and down right bad questions at times, but if a coach gives a bad answer or is annoyed by a question at any particular time, holy cow. The vultures will be out.

Considering the entire country and the overblown media in college athletics, Bob Stoops is a fantastic interview,. Stoops treats people with respect, and expects the same from those professionals who ask questions and formulate content to uphold a certain level of professionalism.

That is Stoops', and every coach’s right. The world of bloggism, “want it now” media, and social media have made just about everyone a reporter. And it is just common sense, the more reporters there are, the Austin Chadwick more opinions -F o r m e r T U there are. F o ot b a l l A l l-

American There is going to - V Y PE Pub l i s h e r be a time or two in 2012 where the Sooners don’t look good. Bad calls are made. Execution will be absent. When this happens, it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to understand that Stoops probably knows his team the best of anyone on this planet. So there isn’t a question that can be asked that he doesn’t have the answer for, but sometimes that answer is cliché.

A perfect example of the media's neglect of what Stoops says was completely evident in last year's interviews where Stoops repeatedly praised Dominique Whaley prior to the 2011 season. No one listened, wanted to listen, or was told by their editor or sports director to listen. Whaley went on to become the best running back in the conference before getting hurt late in the season. So we need to take a little more value in what Stoops says and try not to look too hard at provocative headlines when the story is actually right in front of our face.

We are blessed to have Stoops. We know how good of a coach he is on the field. We know how good of a staff leader he is, and we also need to understand how good he is with media, fans, the community and anyone that has anything to do with the University of Oklahoma. AUGUST 2012

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Cowboys in 2012

Rebuild or Reload It’s the debatable question for OSU in 2012 - Are the Cowboys rebuilding or reloading? Recent history would suggest the latter.

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Despite losing key performers off last seasons Big 12 title run such as Brandon Weeden, Justin Blackmon and Markelle Martin, the talent and depth is there to maintain the level the program has gradually grown to under Mike Gundy.

The biggest question marks occupy the most explosive areas from last season quarterback and receiver.

True freshman Wes Lunt is entering the toughest situation any Cowboy in recent memory has had to endure. Measuring his success replacing Weeden at quarterback should require a realistic scale, but Weedens 2011 campaign ruined that for whoever was next in line. The good thing for Lunt is that he appears to

possess good presence in the pocket, and a big arm. Staying calm and minimizing mistakes are important for any quarterback, but in Luntʼs case they might be the biggest keys.

Edging out the slightly more experienced Clint Chelf and JW Walsh during the spring should speak more to Luntʼs ability than to the overall level of the competition.

Lunt’s targets will include experienced players like Tracy Moore and Isaiah Anderson. But no one on the current roster has shown the ability to take over games to this point. Success at receiver may have to resemble the OSU defensive plan last year, to be opportunistic if not dominant.

As for the defense, expectations are high. Last seasons unit forced turnovers at a record level, and while its impossible to predict just how many fumbles will be forced or passes picked off, veteran coordinator Bill Young may put his most athletic squad on the field since his return to Stillwater. There is more depth up front with the addition of juco transfer Calvin Barnett joining Nigel Nicholas, who emerged last season. Playmaker Shaun Lewis leads a host of returning linebackers with speed and experience. In the secondary the Cowboys feature what arguably may be the best tandem at cornerback in the Big 12 with Brodrick Brown and Justin Gilbert. A physical unit? In spots, yes.

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It's important to note that while casual fans remember the flash, the

high-octane offense and the climb to heights Cowboy football had never before enjoyed, a new foundation had been laid, several years in the making. Not just the extreme makeover of the stadium and a taj mahal-type locker room, but the persistence shown by Gundy and his staff to stick to the plan- develop depth and improve athleticism through better recruiting.

The class that included leaders like Richetti Jones and Jamie Blatnick arrived in Stillwater with bold hopes of taking OSU to a place it had never been, and now that attitude, backed by results, is handed down. That alone is something previous Cowboy classes hadn’t truly embraced or believed possible. So what’s possible for 2012?

It's a lot to ask of a true freshman quarterback to lead a team to a second straight conference championship and a spot in a BCS bowl, but those who predict a quick and hard fall for the Cowboys might not be paying attention to what's been taking place.

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Class 6A Power Struggle Jenks & Union Top Rivalry List…. Again Jenks vs. Union. The Backyard Bowl. This game has seen crowds of 40,000 fans, was the feature game on ESPN and was part of the Great American Rivalry Series. NFL Films nearly ran out of film during a three-overtime meeting in 2008. What makes this game so special? Some say it’s the proximity of the schools, others will point to the youth leagues and the fact that most of these players grow up playing against one another. But the formula for a successful Backyard Bowl lies within the locker rooms of Jenks and Union. It’s the players.

Why Union Has The Upper Hand The Union Redskins come into the 2012 edition with plenty of returning talent at key position. Quarterback Hunter Atyia has done nothing but win at Union making him one of the most successful quarterbacks in school history. “You don’t get to coach guys like that very often,” said Union head coach Kirk Fridrich. Atyia is a dual threat quarterback who understands the game as good or better than any quarterback in the state. “This rivalry means a little more to me than just football, it's two great traditions coming together to play a great game and to play it the right way,” said Atyia. Blake Mejia is another highly recruited player for Union who respects the game and is focused on the task of beating Jenks. “Well since it’s our only rivalry it means a lot to me. You can't lose to Jenks. You just can't.” Mejia continues, "I remember my sophomore year when we played the game at our field and we lost 33-7 I think. It was my first Backyard Bowl that I started in as a sophomore. Even though we lost I still had fun playing in front of all those people. Beating Jenks is all I care about.” So why does Union have the upper hand in 2012? Is there a psychological advantage in Union’s favor? Some say absolutely. But regardless of how you break it down the Redskins return enough talent to give them the edge in this game. David Todd, Devon Davis, Brandon Berg, Dalton Rodriguez, Chris Hall and Khalid Kornegay are just a handful of the star athletes the Redskins will field to start the season. Can Jenks Get Over the Hump? The incredible run the Trojans have been on is something that a fictional novel

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writer couldn’t come up with, nor could Hollywood write a script more compelling than what Jenks has accomplished over the last two decades. But has the mental edge gone to the Redskins? Can Jenks come in with a re-energized quarterback coming off an injury, a matured defense and one of the top wide receivers in the state to win this game and take that momentum into the rest of the season? Sure they can. Quarterback Kyle Alexander returns to the scene of his season ending injury last year. “It’s a big deal, I have been playing against some of these guys from Union my whole life. Its been a year since I’ve got to play in a game and with this one being my first game back, I am excited to play the game I love again,” said Alexander, who took a moment while doing the cover shoot to walk over to the exact spot where his injury occurred last year. “Our team is going to focus on ourselves and put in the work and worry about what we have to do. At the end of the season if we have done that, everything will fall into place,” said Alexander. Play at quarterback is crucial for every team, but for Alexander leading this team is something he’s waited for his entire life. One of his targets will be Jordan Smallwood, a Sooner commit who passes the eye test getting off the bus. “It means a lot to me! Its been going on every year ever since I was little and just the fact that I can get a chance to play in it is a great honor.” But Smallwood is all about making plays and helping his team win. “I want to make the big time plays in the game to help the team out when we need it! I’m going to give it everything I’ve got in the game because it’s my last and I want it to be a great one too,” said Smallwood. Braden Calip is no stranger to big games. Last season Calip missed the Backyard Bowl due to an ankle injury, but this year he’s ready to go. “It's a once in a lifetime type of experience. It's something you dream of growing up in this program and not many people get to experience this type of atmosphere. I remember when I was younger I was a ball boy for the team. This was in 2000. When we (Jenks) were down in the 4th quarter with :21 seconds on the clock and watching Kejuan Jones catch a pass across the middle and running 80 yards down the sideline for the game-winning touchdown,” said Calip. Players like Brandon Waggoner, Trey’Vonne Barre’, Trent Taber, Stephen Parker, Dylan Harding, Jacob Oakley and Brett Tye are what makes this game so memorable. What Should We Expect Every year someone you’ve never heard of steps up and makes great plays in the biggest high school played other than the state title game. Expect to see some great plays, great coaching and memorable moments that help define what the Backyard Bowl represents. So why do parents and fans make so much out of a game that doesn’t have any bearing on the playoff race? Simply put, it’s Jenks vs. Union.

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2002 – A crowd of 26,000 saw Jenks take an early 12-2 lead over the Skins, but with Spencer McIllwain nursing a groin pull, Kurt Quillman became the unlikely hero with 75 yards rushing and two touchdowns. Union came back to defeat the Trojans 33-12. Jake Spavital also connected on a 30-yard score. Union went on to win their first state title in over 40 years by upending Broken Arrow. 2003 – The most lopsided game in the great Union-Jenks rivalry was witnessed by 13,000 fans who braved torrential rainfall to watch a healthy Union squad dominate the Trojans 37-0. The Skins, led by the state’s best player in Zac Snider, along with Nathan Peterson and Adam Blankenship shut Jenks out for the first time since 1984. Kurt Quillman led the Skins with 26 carries for 181 yards. 2003 State Semifinals – Freddie Carolina rushed for 177 yards and two touchdowns as Jenks avenged the early season shutout to the Redskins 14-12. A mash-unit of Redskins tried to pull off a comeback in the fourth quarter but came up short. Union was without Zac Snider, who was sidelined after a knee injury suffered the previous week. Nathan Peterson was also banged up as Jake Spavital’s valiant effort came up short. The Trojans won their seventh title in eight years. 2004 – The Trojans held off a late Union push to beat the Redskins 17-13 before an estimated crowd of 25,000 at Skelly Stadium. Andrew Brewer and Freddie Carolina were the heroes for Jenks as they combined for 284 yards and two touchdowns. Phillip Dillard and the Trojan defense held Tony Moore and the Union offense to 267 yards. 2004 – State Finals For the fourth time in six years the Redskins and Trojans would face off in the 6A State Championship. Brad Glenn, a Union fullback who joined the squad at mid-season, stole the show with 189 yards of total offense and three touchdowns. Phillip Dillard and the Jenks defense could not find an answer as Glenn seemed to slip out of the backfield to catch numerous passes and bulldoze his way into the end zone. Andrew Brewer and company were able to amass 332 yards of offense but that was not enough as Union finally beats Jenks in the state championship 27-17. 2005 – Isaac Norman scored on a 64-yard pass from Jake Strain with 18 seconds remaining to give Class 6A No. 2 Jenks a 48-44 victory over top-ranked 6A Union in the Backyard Bowl before a crowd of 24,110 at Skelly Stadium. Jake Borgsmiller caught three TDs for Union while quarterback Casey Whorton threw for 197 yards and four TDs. Oklahoma-bound Dominique Franks also had a 96-yard kickoff return for a TD. Tanner Shuck, Jake Laptad, and Tony Gillespie held on to keep the Redskins at bay for most of

the second half. Union went on to win the 2005 state title game against Mustang in decisive fashion. This ended long-time Union coach Bill Blankenship’s era as the Skins coach. 2006 – With 39 seconds left, Brandon Rogers fired a 34-yard TD pass to Brad Wondra that would have erased Jenks’ three-point lead and put Union ahead. However, before the pass was delivered, a penalty flag was tossed for illegal motion in the Redskins’ backfield. Jenks’ defense then held on the next three plays to preserve the top-ranked Class 6A Trojans’ 9-6 victory over No. 2 Union before 22,406 in the Backyard Bowl at Skelly Stadium. This was Union’s coach Kevin Wright’s only test against Jenks before leaving the program at season’s end. 2007 – Union tailback Jeremy Smith and quarterback Brandon Rogers helped write another amazing chapter in the Redskins-Jenks football rivalry at the University of Tulsa’s Chapman Stadium. Smith rushed for 171 yards, including an overtime touchdown of 5 yards that was followed by the decisive extra-point kick by Tress Way to lift No. 2 Union over top-ranked Jenks 43-42 before a crowd of 20,578. Rogers completed 15-of-21 passes for 168 yards and three TDs, and also had a 1-yard TD run while Mark Ginther was 17-of-22 for 287 yards and four TDs. 2007 – State Finals For the second straight year, big performances by quarterback Mark Ginther and tailback Chris Adkins in the Class 6A state championship game helped Jenks come away with the gold football. Adkins had 26 carries for 229 yards and two touchdowns while Ginther produced 202 yards total offense and three TDs to lead the Trojans past Union 42-24 before a crowd of 21,723 on a Friday night at Chapman Stadium. 2008 - Another fantastic finish was added on Friday night to the history of the Jenks-Union football rivalry that already had more than its share of amazing endings. For the second straight year, Jeremy Smith scored the winning overtime touchdown, this time on a 1-yard run, to help fourth-ranked Union outlast top-ranked Jenks 24-17 at Union-Tuttle Stadium in a battle of Class 6A powers. With a capacity crowd of over 15,000, Union-Tuttle Stadium was rocking. Union’s Chase Boyce threw for over 200 yards and Thomas Roberson scored on a 47-yard reverse in the first half. 2008 – State Championship Union won its fifth state title Friday with a 34-20 win over Jenks in a Class 6A state high school football championship before 19,000 at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Union answered Jenks' second-half rally when the Trojans tied the game 20-20 in the third quarter. However, Union had too many weapons with a stout defense and the running of Jeremy

Smith. Overall, Smith had 242 yards on 28 carries. Quarterback Chase Boyce connected with Thomas Roberson on two second half scores. 2009 – A star is born as Jenks running back Zack Langer bursts on to the scene for the Trojans as they won 27-25 in another thriller. The junior had 135 yards on 32 carries and scored on runs of 23 and 34-yards in the second half to seal the deal. The game was capped off with five turnovers from the Redskins and the Trojans took advantage. The attendance was announced at over 19,000, bringing the 15-year total to over 400,000 in spectators since 1994. 2009 – State Championship The 2009 Class 6A state championship game produced another big surprise in the UnionJenks rivalry. For the second straight year, Union defeated Jenks in the 6A final behind a huge night from Union receiver Thomas Roberson. Roberson returned the opening kickoff on a lateral from Jacob Rice to scamper 76-yards for the score. Chase Boyce became the first Union quarterback to start two championship wins. Union finished the half with a 32-0 lead and capped it off with a 52-19 victory. 2010 – Backyard Bowl Coming into the game Jenks was ranked No.2 in the state and Union was No.1, but those numbers changed hands when Jenks beat Union, 33-7 at Union-Tuttle Stadium. Alex Ross broke the game open with a 59-yard touchdown run and his legendary status was born. Sawyer Kollmorgen finshed the game with 201-yards and Zach Langer would add a late touchdown and the Trojans went on to win the game. 2010 – State Championship Another No.1 vs. No.2 state finals between Jenks and Union meant the experts were divided 50/50 on who was going to win this game. The Redskins were looking for redemption after dropping the Backyard Bowl at home and they found it in the title game defeating Jenks, 50-47. In front of more than 16,000 fans Jenks running back Alex Ross opened the game with an 86-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. Union wide receiver Stephon Weaver threw a 28-yard touchdown pass to Hood with :39 seconds left on the clock. Hood finished the game with seven receptions for 199 yards and two touchdowns. Quarterback Kale Pearson passed for 315 yards in the win. 2011 – Backyard Bowl Union entered the 2011 Backyard Bowl with that No.1 ranking and a state title after beating Jenks the year before. Hunter Atyia was the quarterback for the Redskins and his ability to lead was quickly realized. Linebacker Kyle Krutchmer intercepted a Kyle Alexander pass and took it 100 yards to paydirt. The 41-19 victory for the Redskins served as a notice to the rest of Class 6A that they were for real.

Broken Arrow Says their backyard is big enough For the first time, the Broken Arrow Tigers have been included in the Backyard Bowl feature and on the cover. Why? Because after missing out on their first state title by one point, Broken Arrow has a determination to remain in the mix at the top of Class 6A. “We worked hard all last summer and season, and we have worked even harder this summer,” said Bo Farrow starting center for the Tigers. The Tigers know it takes more than just having talent. It takes a dedication to improving every

day. “Union is always the most hyped up game, and especially after last season. It’s our motivation everyday in practice. "23-22" is a commonly heard phrase during practice from players and coaches,” said Ryan Alger, starting strong safety. With returning players like Cameron Wrenn, Devon Thomas, Alex Bradley, Drew Kaiser, Frankie Davis and the addition of Coleman Key, the Tigers are looking as strong has they have in recent memory. The difference now is this group truly believes they belong at the top of the 6A mountain and are willing to do whatever it takes to make sure they are the last man standing.

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#1 – Jenks vs. Union – Aug. 31st @ TU What to look for – Union comes in as the four-time defending state champions and the Redskins show no signs of slowing down. Look for big plays from quarterback Hunter Atyia, wide receiver Chris Hall, linebacker David Todd and defensive end Dalton Rodriguez. The game will mark the return to action for quarterback Kyle Alexander who will lead the offense that features the running game of TreyVonne’ Barre’, Jordan Smallwood at WR, Trent Taber at linebacker and Stephen Parker at corner.

Last Five Years

2011 – 41-19 Union 2010 – 33-7 Jenks

2009 – 27-25 Jenks

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Position Battles to Watch WR vs. CB - Sooner commit and Jenks standout Jordan Smallwood at wide receiver vs. Union corner Devon Davis. Both have good speed, but look for the physical play of Smallwood to give Jenks the edge.

RB vs. LB – Jenks RB Trey’Vonne Barre’ and Redskin linebacker David Todd are very familiar with each other. Barre’ has great moves and speed, but Todd is relentless in his pursuit. The edge goes to Jenks and the moves of Barre’.

OL vs. DT – Union offensive lineman Blake Mejia will see a number of different players from Jenks including Jacob Oakley, Brandon Waggoner or Dalton Krenz. Mejia has the quickness and toughness to take on anything Jenks can throw at him. Edge to Union.

QB vs. QB – Hunter Atyia of Union has done just about everything his team has asked of him including winning state titles. Kyle Alexander for Jenks is focused and ready to have the season everyone knows he is capable of having. With more experience in the big game the edge goes to Union.

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#2 – Booker T. Washington vs. East Central – Sept. 14th @ East Central What to look for – The Washington Hornets move up to Class 6A, but the rivalry continues as the two Tulsa Public School teams will meet up in non-district play. East Central and new head coach Bobby Klinck will look to use that home field advantage to beat their cross-town rivals. The Hornets need WR Dominique Alexander and Bennett White at QB to have a big game while the Cardinals and Stanvon Taylor, a Sooner commit, will attempt to shut down the passing game.

Last Five Years

2011 – 17-7 East Central

2010 – 27-24 Washington 2009 – 28-7 Washington

2008 – 46-21 Washington 42

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Position Battles to Watch WR vs. CB – Dominique Alexander from Booker T. Washington is a big, strong receiver who demands attention. That attention will come from Stanvon Taylor, the OU commit who combines speed with an ability to find the ball even when he’s out of position. Give the edge to Taylor and the Cardinals. RB vs. LB – Kimmie Carson from East Central is a hardhitting downhill player who loves to punish running backs. One of his targets will be James Caligone from Washington. Assuming Carson can catch the speedy Caligone. Yard for yard the edge has to go to Carson.

LB vs. RB – East Central running back William Goree should see plenty of carries this season. Goree will battle guys like Mike Evans of Washington for those tough yards. Evans was the Hornets leading tackler last season. Edge goes to Booker T. Washington. DE vs. OT – Hornet defensive end Jordan Brailford is a quick defensive end that turns the corner better than most at his position. Antoine Brown could be the offensive tackle for East Central assigned to stopping Brailford. Brown is a great player, but the nod goes to Brailford and the Hornets.

#3 Jordan Cunningham #3 - Oologah vs. Claremore – Aug. 30th @ Claremore What to look for – One of the best rivalry games in Oklahoma is the Oologah vs. Claremore game. The Mustangs have plenty to be excited about with the return of Kole Koenig and Sam Noble. Claremore quarterback Matt Whatley may be the go-to guy on offense this season and on defense look for Kord Monoco at linebacker.

Last Five Years

2011 – 14-13 Claremore 2010 – 16-0 Oologah

2009 – 42-20 Claremore 2008 – 21-15 Claremore 2007 – 37-8 Claremore

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Justin Cole Position Battles to Watch RB vs. LB – Jordan Cunningham of Claremore rushed for more than 700 yards last season and is capable of putting up big numbers every time he’s on the field. Mustang linebacker Kole Koenig recorded 155 tackles in 2011 and has a nose for the ball. Give the edge to Oologah.

S vs. QB – Not your typical position battle, but safety Justin Cole for Oologah is all over the field and with a running quarterback like Matt Whatley from Claremore, these two are sure to meet up at some point in the game. Edge goes to Cole. OL vs. DL – Cale Pierce may be the best offensive lineman for the Zebras this season. Pierce will look to stop Aaron Thompson who may play both ways for the Mustangs. Pierce is a solid blocker who’s matured and is ready to take on the best Oologah has to offer. Edge, Claremore. DB vs. WR – Claremore returns Tyler Jackson to the defensive secondary. Jackson has good speed to match most of the receivers he’ll cover this season. Kent Shelton could be Oologah’s best choice at receiver. With his speed the edge goes to Jackson. AUGUST 2012

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#4 Bryce Carter #4 – Cascia Hall vs. Holland Hall – Aug. 31st @ Cascia Hall What to look for – This is a big game for both schools. Bragging rights in this game go back many generations. Cascia Hall posted a huge score in this game last year and that doesn’t set well with the Dutch faithful. The Commandos are loaded again this season, but Holland Hall may have an answer. Look for Tate Swab, Abrm McQuarters, Brett Asher and Bryce Carter to be the difference makers for the Commandos while the Dutch will turn to Zach Rogers, Pierce Brady, Jordan Sexton and James Eaton.

Last Five Years

2011 – 57-7 Cascia Hall

2010 – 34-27 Holland Hall 2009 – 21-0 Cascia Hall

2008 – 24-16 Cascia Hall 2007 – 7-0 Cascia Hall

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Zack Rogers Position Battles to Watch QB vs. QB – Holland Hall and Jake Fox are poised to have a good season with a solid group of receivers returning, but Cascia Hall’s Tate Swab and Bryce Carter give the Commandos two options at the position. With a great running game that will help open up the passing game the edge goes to Cascia Hall.

DE vs. TE – Parker A’Neal will start at defensive end for the Commandos where he’s expected to have a great season. For the Dutch, the job of stopping A’Neal could fall to Zack Rogers. Rogers is a big, quick player who can stay in and block or leak out into a pass pattern. Edge to Holland Hall. DL vs. OL – The Dutch defensive line will feature James Eaton at nose guard. Eaton is quick for a big man and tough to stop on an inside rush. A big man himself, Turner Chesbro may be the guy to stop Eaton on that rush. This could be a great battle. Edge…Eaton.

RB vs. LB – Cascia Hall running back Abrm McQuarters is a proven tailback the Commandos will lean on this season. His home run capabilities make him a threat on every down. Linebacker Jordan Meicke will look to slow that big play potential down. But the edge has to go to Cascia Hall.

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#5 Sam Gottch #5 - Sapulpa vs. Sand Springs – Sept. 14th @ Sapulpa What to look for – The battle for Highway 97 bragging rights will once again be one of the biggest games on the slate for both teams. This is their Backyard Bowl. Both clubs look to use this game as a springboard into district play. Sapulpa and Devin Swift are focused on making the playoffs, but first they have to go through Cody Hale, Myron Patrick and Alec Roberts of Sand Springs.

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Cody Hilderbrandt Position Battles to Watch RB vs. LB – Sapulpa’s Devin Swift may be the state's best return man, but he’s also one of the top running backs. Swift is elusive and tough to bring down. One man responsible for stopping the run is Sand Springs linebacker Alec Roberts. Roberts had the tools, but the edge goes to Swift and Sapulpa. CB vs. WR – Sand Springs corner Tre Betts has speed, but is he quick enough to stop Sapulpa receiver Gerald Sanders. Sanders is a track star for Sapulpa and could give Betts some trouble. Edge to Sapulpa.

ATH vs. ATH – Sapulpa’s Sam Gottsch is a versatile player who can move from wide receiver to quarterback while Sand Springs’ Cody Hale could play quarterback or running back. Both are juniors and both bring toughness and a strong will to the field. Too close to call…. OL vs. DL – Both teams are replacing several players in the trenches. With all of the hype around the receiving corps and the quarterbacks the key to this game may fall on the shoulders of the unsung heroes. Edge….whoever gets the best line play will win the game.

VYPE Top 100 Mr. Football Award

State Farm and VYPE Magazine are proud to present the 2012 State Farm Mr. Football Award. 100 of the top football players in the state have been selected to represent their schools as they compete for the title of Mr. Football. Voting for the State Farm Mr. Football Award is accomplished via online at VYPEOK.com or you can mail in your vote using the State Farm Mr. Football ballot page in every issue of VYPE Magazines in every market. Based on votes received from fans/parents and the players performance, VYPE Magazine will cut the list down from 100

players to 50 in October then in November the cut will be from 50 players to the top 10. The winner of the State Farm Mr. Football Award will be announced in the January issue of VYPE Magazine. The final vote cast for the State Farm Mr. Football will include votes from area coaches, other media experts and fan polls. Follow the progress of the VYPE Top 100 on twitter #VYPETop100 and on facebook at VYPE Oklahoma. Voting is now open so get your vote in for the State Farm Mr. Football Award today!

Eastern Oklahoma Top 100 HUNTER ATYIA

CAMERON WRENN

“I’m Hunter Atyia the starting quarterback for the Union Redskins. I love making plays, throwing on the run and scrambling. Our biggest rivals are Broken Arrow and Jenks. This year our goal is to 5-peat! My favorite subject in school is Math and I carry a 3.92 GPA.

“My name is Cameron “Cam” Wrenn and I play running back for the Broken Arrow Tigers. My teams biggest rival is Union and my favorite place to play is at Oklahoma State University. I haven’t committed to a college, but I plan on playing at the next level. Follow me on twitter @retro_ly4e.”

QB – 5-10, 175, Sr. UNION REDSKINS

STRENGTHS – Atyia is a warrior.

He seems to find a way to win. He always steps up for the big games and has the hardware to prove it.

“I’m Stanvon Taylor, starting corner for the East Central Cardinals. I play hard every play and will do whatever it takes to help my team win. We have a proud tradition at East Central and we want to live up to expectations. Follow me on twitter @stantay2.

“My name is Devin Rolan, a.k.a. The Apex Predator. I play linebacker for the Buffaloes of McAlester. I try to be the best player I can be on every play. Our biggest rival is Durant. I’ve committed to play college football at the University of Tulsa next year. Follow me on twitter @3ROLAN2.

Fast with excellent hands and quick to break on the ball. Next level player for sure.

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performer and tough to tackle. Doesn’t shy away from the big game. Wrenn brings 4.5 speed to the field and a desire to be a winner.

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STRENGTHS – Taylor is fast. Period.

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STANVON TAYLOR

CB – 6-0, 185, Sr. EAST CENTRAL CARDINALS

RB – 6-1, 190, Sr. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

LB – 6-1, 215, Sr. MCALESTER BUFFALOES

STRENGTHS – Rolan is everything

you want in a linebacker. He’s a punishing hitter and reads the offense very well. Projects as a solid player at the next level.

TREY’VONNE BARRE

DALTON RODRIGUEZ

“My name is Trey’vonne Barre, but my friends call me Trey Trey. I’m the starting tailback for the Jenks Trojans. When I run the ball I can always see the whole field. This season we want to bring the gold ball back to Jenks. I also love playing rugby. I’m a member of the FCA and my favorite subject in school is Math.

“I’m Dalton Rodriguez and I play for the Union Redskins. I love moving the line of scrimmage back when I’m on defense. Our biggest rival is Jenks and we’re looking to win another state title this year. In my free time I like to hang with friends and play Xbox. Follow me on Twitter @ DaltonFromTheU.

RB/CB – 5-8, 180, Sr. JENKS TROJANS

STRENGTHS – Barre makes people miss and has breakaway speed. He’s an excellent runner out of the backfield and can play wide receiver.

DE/OT – 6-6, 280, Sr. UNION REDSKINS

STRENGTHS – Rodriguez brings tremendous ability to the line no matter which side of the ball he plays on. Has committed to play for the Sooners next year.

JAYLEN LOWE

DEVON THOMAS

“I’m Jaylen Lowe, starting quarterback for the Owasso Rams. WTP is our motto, win this play. I’ll do whatever it takes to help my team win. Some of my teammates that should have a great year are Scottie Prealow, Cole Neph, Jake Burd and Ty Mckenzie. Follow me on twitter @j9ROCK.

“My name is Devon Thomas and I play running back for the Broken Arrow Tigers. My game is speed. Win the day is our motto. Play hard, play fast and finish. We have a lot of talent and we’re focused on getting back to the title game. Follow me on twitter @DevonThomas28.

QB/S – 6-0, 185, SR. OWASSO RAMS

STRENGTHS – Lowe is an accurate passer who can hurt you with his ability to run the ball if he has nowhere to throw. Smart player with tremendous potential.

RB – 5-11, 190, Jr. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

STRENGTHS – Thomas may be the fastest player in the Top 100. He was sophomore of the Year in 2011 and has an offer from the Sooners for their 2014 class.

JAELEN BLEDSOE

DOMINIQUE ALEXANDER

“I’m Jaelen Bledsoe the starting middle linebacker and wide out for the McLain Titans. We have a good team this year. Our biggest rival is Booker T. Washington. In my free time I listen to music and play basketball. Look for my teammates Thurman Smith, Demetri Walker and Chris Gibson to have big seasons.

“I’m Dominique Alexander and I play wide receiver for the Hornets. Making plays is what I do best. At Booker T. Washington we are always focused on the team and getting better with every game. We win gold balls. In my free time I like to hang with friends and family. Follow me on twitter @_DA11.

JORDAN SMALLWOOD

BLAKE MEJIA

“My name is Jordan Smallwood, I’m a receiver for the Jenks Trojans. I play hard and fast and I bring intelligence to the football field. I’m always working to be the best and our team wants to be No.1 in the state. I’m a member of the FCA, I love playing at TU and spending time with my family.

“I’m Blake Mejia and I play on the offensive line for the Union Redskins. We have a solid line again this season and we’re looking to win another gold ball. I love playing at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater. In my free time I like watching TV and hanging with friends.”

WR/MLB – 6-3, 210, Sr. MCLAIN TITANS

STRENGTHS – Bledsoe is a big 6’3” and

plays downhill. Tends to lead by example and plays hard on every play.

WR – 6-2, 195, Sr. JENKS TROJANS

STRENGTHS – A very physical player, Smallwood is a talented player who projects to the next level. A playmaker for the Trojans.

WR/CB – 6-3, 220, Sr. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HORNETS

STRENGTHS – Alexander is athletic and

has that “it” factor. Big enough to out jump corners and fast enough to leave them behind, Alexander is becoming a complete player.

OL – 6-3, 290, Sr. UNION REDSKINS

STRENGTHS – Mejia is a nasty

blocker and can dominate his opponent. He creates holes for running backs and is a solid pass blocker.

ABRM MCQUARTERS

DEVIN SWIFT

“I’m Abrm McQuarters and I play running back for the Cascia Hall Commandos. We always want to play for a gold ball and this season we’re looking to get back in the championship game. When I’m not on the field I’m with friends and family or working on my studies. Follow me on twitter @ AbrmMcQ16.”

“My name is Devin Swift and I’m a running back for Sapulpa High School. I live for the big game. This season I want to lead the state in kickoff returns, rush for more than 1,500-yards and do whatever my teams needs to win. Our biggest rival is Sand Springs. Follow me on twitter @ DevinSwift.

RB – 6-0, 190, Sr. CASCIA HALL COMMANDOS

STRENGTHS – McQuarters is a very

experienced, smart football player that doesn’t want to leave the field. Has good vision and good speed.

RB – 5-10, 180, Sr. SAPULPA CHIEFTAINS

STRENGTHS – Swift has good speed and is tough to tackle. He can play multiple positions for the Chieftains. Very hard worker.

CHAS STALLARD

CRE MOORE

“I am Chas Stallard the quarterback for the Cleveland Tigers. I love playing with enthusiasm and making plays. I’m really looking forward to playing one more year with my team. In my free time I like to play baseball, run track and I’m into power lifting. Follow me on twitter @ChasTiger7.

“My name is Cre Moore and I’m a playmaker for the Broken Arrow Tigers. Win the last game is our motto this season and that’s the plan. We return a lot of talent with guys like Ryan Alger, Austin Carmichael, Jalen Woodard and Coleman Key. Follow me on twitter @THR3EONE.

QB/SS – 6-0, 190, Sr. CLEVELAND TIGERS

STRENGTHS – Stallard is a leader and a competitor. Makes good decisions at QB and has a nose for the ball at SS.

CB – 6-0, 185, Sr. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

STRENGTHS – Moore is a quick corner with good size. You can find him on Friday nights locking down one side of the field.

DEANDRE JENNINGS

BRETT ASHER

“My name is DeAndre Jennings and I play tight end for Bixby High School. I love playing offense and making people miss. If I had 8 hours to chop down a tree I’d spend 7 hours sharpening my axe. Look out for the Spartans this season! Follow me on twitter @ DeAndreJennings.

“I’m Brett Asher and I play for the Cascia Hall Commandos. Working hard and playing hard is what I do best. Anything to help this team get back on top. We are well coached and we are focused on getting back to the title game. Follow me on twitter @TheBasher55.

TE – 6-0, 220, Sr. BIXBY SPARTANS

OL/DL – 6-1, 250, Sr. CASCIA HALL COMMANDOS

STRENGTHS – Jennings has both good

hands and good blocking skills. Comes from a long line of good athletes.

STRENGTHS – Asher is a hard worker on and off the field. Asher is the type of player that makes his teammates better by making them work hard.

ZACH JACKSON

ZACK ROGERS

“My name is Zach Jackson and I’m the starting quarterback for the Berryhill Chiefs. I love playing in front of the home fans. Staying composed and rallying my team is what I do best. Our biggest rival is Cascia Hall. When I’m not playing football I like to go to the lake, hang out and play baseball in the spring. Follow me on twitter @ZachJackson12.

“I’m Zack Rogers, tight end for the Dutch. What I bring to the field is my ability to run good routes, my speed and my height, which I use to get over smaller defenders. I expect a great turnaround from last season with more experience and hard work, and hopefully competing for an SPC championship. Follow me on twitter @zackrogers11.

QB – 6-3, 215, Sr. BERRYHILL CHIEFS

STRENGTHS – Jackson has a strong

arm and can find the open man, but if needed he can tuck and run. Great pitcher as well.

TE/LB – 6-7, 230, Sr. HOLLAND HALL DUTCH

STRENGTHS – Obviously his height plays a major role in his ability to beat defenders, but Rogers is strong, quick and has good hands.

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“My name is Kole Koenig and I’m the starting inside linebacker for the Oologah Mustangs. Making my reads and flying to the ball is what I do best. Our motto this year is speak softly and carry a big stick. I like playing basketball and I’m a member of the Native American Club. Follow me on twitter @Kole_Raine.

“I’m Austin Grauer, starting quarterback for the Lincoln Christian Bulldogs. Our goal is the same as always, win district and go to state. On the field I’m at my best when I’m seeing the field and I know where to go with the ball. I like going to the lake and playing golf in my free time. Follow me on twitter @A_grauer12.

ILB – 5-11, 190, Sr. OOLOGAH MUSTANGS

STRENGTHS – Koenig or “Kole Train” flies around and makes plays from the opening kickoff to the final whistle.

QB – 5-9, 170, Sr. LINCOLN CHRISTIAN BULLDOGS

STRENGTHS – Grauer is an accurate passer who rarely makes a mistake. Good vision coupled with intelligent decisions is what you get in Grauer.

TATE SWAB

TROY IVERSON

“I’m Tate Swab from Cascia Hall. My team is everything and we’re working hard to get where we want to be in late November and December. I like to spend time with family and friends when I’m not playing football. Follow me on twitter @Tswab7.

“My name is Troy Iverson and I play for the Kiefer Trojans. My strengths on the field are getting off the line quick, keeping a positive attitude and never giving up. My goal is to help my team become better and win a state title. When I’m not on the field I’m in the gym lifting weights or spending time with family and friends.

ATH – 5-10, 180, Sr. CASCIA HALL COMMANDOS

STRENGTHS – Swab is one of those athletes that can play multiple positions and does so for the Commandos. Look for Swab to have a great senior season.

FB/DE – 6-0, 220, Jr. KIEFER TROJANS

STRENGTHS – Another tough kid who loves the sport of football. Quick off the line and can contain one side of the field.

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Devin Swift is a senior at Sapulpa High School and plays varsity football for the Chieftains. As a running back Swift is quick and elusive making him one of the top backs in the state. Swift has set a goal to lead the state in kickoff returns and rush for more than 1,500 yards. Swift loves the big games against Jenks and Broken Arrow and is always up for the big rivalry against Sand Springs. Look for Swift and the Sapulpa Chieftains to have a great season.

Bailey Bergman is a senior at Victory Christian School where she plays multiple sports including volleyball and basketball. As an outside hitter and libero for the volleyball team Bergman has proven she has the talent to play at the next level, but could possibly play basketball as well. Bergman is a devoted Christian and is looking forward to playing with her little sister Bria this season.

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With their same “All for one—one for ALL” approach to each point, ClubONE entered the Gold Medal competition as the number eight seed to draw the tournament’s #1 seeded Premier 15 Gold of Nebraska in the opening round. Playing on center court, ClubONE remained undefeated in tournament action with a pair of dramatic 25-21, 25-20 victories to advance to the semi-finals.

Next up would be Sunshine 15 of southern California. With a ticket the gold medal match, ClubONE suffered its first setback 18-25 in the opening set. Summoning its “refuse to lose” mentality, the girls from Oklahoma rallied to win the second set 31-29 to set up the tiebreaker round three action. With everything on the line, Sunshine 15 escaped with a 15-11 win leaving ClubONE with the bronze medal. Two members of the team, Anna Bezhan and Madeline Blake were named to the All-Tournament team. “Madi played the entire tournament with a shoulder injury, but just wouldn’t come off the court,” said McKee. “Anna proved her “all in” efforts as she played every single point of the competition.” “The girls never thought they would

lose any match,” confirmed McKee. “No matter the score, every one of them believed they would comeback to win. This team was much more than just talented players. Because they liked each other so much, the girls played their hearts out. No matter their position, from the passer and setters, the outside hitters or defensive specialists, every one of them would go hard after the ball.”

“And, because there were no egos, we were able to have very honest conversations,” noted McKee. “Everyone involved including coaches, players and parents knew our efforts were all about the team. That approach allowed us to continually improve. “ ClubONE continues to attract the most talented players in the state of Oklahoma. “It’s volleyball business on every level,” said McKee of the five years of successful results for ClubONE.

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It’s STILL Number 1! The Sports Animal stations will feature Union, Muskogee, Sapulpa, Vinita and Pryor for 2012 High school football in Oklahoma… a passion for the game carried through the years for some, hard work well into evenings and on weekends for others. And those are the parents of players! When we (The Sports Animal) were in negotiations with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the transplanted front office from Seattle were taken aback when we wrote in to our agreement that the only thing that would knock the Thunder off 97.1 would be Union High School football. My bet is four years later they now understand how big high school football is in Oklahoma. There are plenty of cities the size of Tulsa where big FM music stations would NEVER consider carrying high school football on a Friday night. Not even likely in Oklahoma City. But there’s no “arms” race in 6A football in OKC like there is in Tulsa. Just look in the end zones at football stadiums at Union, Owasso, Jenks and Broken Arrow. By kick-off of the first game this season, one of those schools will have a new video board that is inches bigger than another of those schools…by design. As a parent of a senior Union player, my wife Suzanne and I have gladly attended hundreds of practices and games since Cole was a 5th grader. We spent a lot of time (and maybe even more money) on fundraisers, booster clubs and “yes” votes each year on bond issues that, among

a lot of other things, improve the athletic department on all levels and in all sports. ..including football. And Westsiders wonder why the East is so dominant…especially Union and Jenks.

On The Sports Animal this year, we will have a high school focused show that will start around 6pm each Friday night and won’t end until the end of our scoreboard show at midnight with a variety of games in between on all five of our Sports Animal stations. We even went out four years ago when we got the right to carry Union football on 97.1 and hired Oklahoma Broadcasting Hall-of-Famer, John Brooks to do the play-by-play. Many Oklahomans remember John’s “Jiminy Christmas” call as voice of the Oklahoma Sooners football and basketball teams in the 70’s and 80’s. He’s not the only “big time” play-by-play we have on our network. Bill Huddleston, long-time voice of Northeastern State is the voice of Muskogee High on our sister station, KCXR 100.3FM and one of the best young voices in the business in Oklahoma, Shawn Tiemann, calls the games for Sapulpa on AM 1550. Shawn has been the play-by-play for radio and TV for several years

for Rogers State University.

Two up-andcoming play-byplay men, Michael Knight and Kelly Nauman, call the games for Vinita on KGND AM 1470 Kevin Ward -S p o r t s D i r e c t o r and Pryor on for 97.1FM The KITO 96.1 FM S p o rt s A n i m a l respectively. Of course our high school football coverage isn’t relegated to Friday nights only. We will be into our fifth season of carrying what we call our “Coaches Carousel”, a series of coaches shows on Tuesday night. We begin at 6pm with Union followed by Broken Arrow and Muskogee shows and as of this writing still negotiating to put the Bixby and Sapulpa shows on the air. It’s a pretty good investment of money, time and programming, but it’s nothing most of us haven’t gotten used to.

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Here is how it works. Each month, VYPE takes nominations at Oklahoma@VYPE.com from readers, parents, coaches, and players. Any Tula area high school team is eligible. Nominations are taken and VYPE Oklahoma uses its panel to announce a monthly winner.

Once the team is announced, SW Dairy Farmers will provide the team with two weeks of chocolate milk for an after workout recovery supplement. Each team will also be highlighted in the monthly magazine of VYPE Eastern Oklahoma. Chocolate milk has been proven by experts, coaches, and players alike as the most effecient and suitable recovery drink for athletes. See Below:

We need your help in getting us nominations for the most deserving teams throughout Eastern Oklahoma.

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It’s essential to replace lost fluids after exercise; chocolate milk is a nutrient dense liquid that helps you rehydrate. In fact, researchers have found that milk may even be a better choice to help you stay hydrated than some commercial sports drinks. Chocolate milk is a “natural” when it comes to electrolytes. It naturally provides some of the same electrolytes that are added to commercial recovery drinks – including calcium, potassium, sodium and magnesium. Chocolate milk has 9 essential nutrients, including some not typically found in recovery drinks, that an athlete needs to perform at his or her best every time. These include B vitamins for energy to get you going, and the combo of FIVE bone-building nutrients – calcium, vitamin D, phosphorus, protein and potassium – to help athletes build and maintain strong bones and reduce risk for stress fractures.

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Jenks, Bixby, Glenpool, Victory Christian Metro Christian, Holland Hall, Regent, NOAH

Exert From the Pigskin Preview - Spartans Look To Build On Initial 6A Success

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Bixby eked out a fourth place finish in District 6A-3 last year to reach the playoffs. Expect head coach Loren Montgomery to have his team in the mix again 2012. The Spartans enter the season picked fifth behind Broken Arrow, Jenks, Westmoore and Muskogee. Replacing T.J. Eckert wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be easy. Eckert threw for more than 2,800 yards and 26 touchdowns a year ago. Making the transition a little easier for the new QB will be veteran receiver Jasson Blair (5-11, 173, Sr.) who was the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading receiver with 60 receptions for 1,200 yards and 16 TDs. A deep threat, Blair averaged a touchdown one out of four receptions. The Spartans have a VYPE Top 100 player in tight end DeAndre Jennings (6-2, 212, Sr.). Jennings, the younger brother of TU defensive back DeWitt Jennings, had over 400 receiving yards a year ago and is starting to garner attention by several D-I and state schools. Kaiden Hudson (5-6, 155, Sr.) figures to be in the mix at running back. The Spartans have size and experience on the offensive line with returnees Dillon Hood (6-5, 252, Sr.), Zack Castillo (6-2, 268, Sr.), Chandler Miller (6-3, 256, Jr.).

With seven returning starters, the Spartans figure to be pretty stout on defense. Among those back are a trio of secondary players in Kyle Rhine (5-11, 175, So.), Marcus Jordan (5-9, 171, Sr.) and Blake Kirk (5-8, 165, Jr.). Blair, who had five interceptions a year ago, also could see time in the secondary. A pair of juniors anchor the 3-4 defense at linebacker in Brandon Turney (5-11, 191) and John Kuhn (5-10, 190). Also look for Jennings to play some on defense. He led the Spartans in sacks (6) a year ago at defensive end. John Castillo (6-0, 265, Sr.) and Jesse Price (5-10, 190, Sr.) return at defensive tackle.

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Coach: LOREN MONTGOMERY Enrollment: 1328 Schedule:

Aug. 31 – at Garden City, Kan. Sept. 7 – at Sand Springs Sept. 14 – vs. Springdale, Ark. Sept. 21 – at Westmoore Sept. 28 – vs. Broken Arrow Oct. 5 – at Sapulpa Oct. 12 – vs. Edison Oct. 18 – vs. Putnam City Oct. 26 – at Jenks Nov. 2 – vs. Muskogee

Last 5 Years: 2011 – 3-8 2010 – 5-6 2009 – 9-5 2008 – 8-4 2007 – 11-3

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The Spartans own a current streak of 12 straight playoff appearances.

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Bixby officially became the Spartans in 1933 in response to a rivalry with the nearby Jenks Trojans. After a hiatus, the rivals resumed playing in 2000 but Jenks has won all 13 meetings, including a 2010 first round playoff game.

The Spartans open the season with a 400-mile trip to Garden City, Kansas. They will face a Buffaloes team coming off a 7-3 season that finished in the Class 6A quarterfinals.

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Brandon Waggoner – Jenks High School

One of the top linemen in the state, Waggoner is a senior this year and is expected to contribute in many ways for Jenks. During the summer Waggoner was named O-Line MVP of the All Poly Camp voted O-Line MVP by over 40 college coaches that attended and/or worked the camp. Waggoner will play both ways for the Trojans bringing his nasty streak to the defensive side of the ball.

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Team Page Exert From the pigskin preview OFFENSE A rebuilding year was expected in 2011 after a very successful 2010 and it indeed was. The Dutch fell to 1-9, but the silver lining is that a lot young talent was thrown into the mix and they gained extensive game time experience. This season offensively, leading the way behind center will be Jake Fox (64, 185, Jr.). Coach Gross hopes to use his arm to get a lot of passing going in this seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game plan and why not with a great stable of receivers to throw to. Heading that group will be talented senior tight end Zach Rogers (6-6, 230). Rogers has been a consistent player on both sides of the ball, but look for him to have a breakout season. Complimenting him at wide receiver will a pair of juniors Pierce Brady (510, 170) and Jujuan Bradford (5-10, 170) who hope to stretch the field. This should open up the running game and some underneath/middle routes for the running backs and tight ends. The bulk of the running game will fall on the shoulders on tailback Corey Taylor (5-10, 185, So.). Look for the running game to continue to develop during the season. DEFENSE Defensively, the Dutch will be looking

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at some size up front and a much improved back seven to have a better showing this season. Anchoring the line will be James Eaton (6-1, 300, Jr.) at nose guard. Right beside him will be classmate Larry Goode, (6-2, 235) at tackle. Leading the linebacker corps will be Jordan Meicke (5-9, 200 Jr.) and Bridge Craven (5-9, 180, Sr.). Jordan Sexton (5-10, 195, Sr.) will be the patrolling the secondary from his strong safety position. All in all, expect the down year last year an aberration, and look for the Dutch to be much improved in all facets of the game.

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Field Hockey Aug. 3-4 Gateway Tournament, Oklahoma City, OK Sept. 2 Gateway Tournament, St. Louis, MO Sept. 7 Hockaday Festival, Dallas TX Sept. 21 at Oakridge, Arlington TX Sept. 22 at Trinity Valley, Fort Worth TX Sept. 29 Casady Tournament, OK Oct. 13 vs. All Saints Oct. 19 at Hockaday, Dallas TX Oct. 20 at Fort Worth Country Day Oct. 26 vs. Episcopal School of Dallas Oct. 27 vs. Greenhill Nov. 1 vs. Casady Nov. 9-10 SPC, Fort Worth Cross Country Sept. 15 Bishop Kelley Invitational, ORU Sept. 22 Holland Hall Invitational

Sept. 29 Cowboys Jamboree, Stillwater, OK Oct. 13 Chile Pepper Festival, Fayetteville, AR Oct. 20 Trinity Valley Invitational, Fort Worth, TX Nov 9-10 SPC Championship, Fort Worth, TX Volleyball Aug. 10-11 Cascia Hall Tournament Aug. 14 at Bartlesville Aug. 16 vs. Victory Christian Aug. 25 Skiatook Tournament Aug. 28 vs. Lincoln Christian Aug. 30 at Cascia Hall Sept. 6 vs. Enid Sept. 11 at Bishop Kelley Sept. 18 vs. Regent Sept. 21 at Oakridge, Arlington, TX Sept. 22 at Trinity Valley, Fort Worth, TX Sept. 25 vs. Catoosa Oct. 2 at Casady Oct. 13 vs. All Saints Oct. 16 at NOAH Oct. 19 at Hockaday, Dallas TX Oct. 20 at Fort Worth Country Day Oct. 26 vs. Episcopal School of Dallas Oct. 27 vs. Greenhill Nov. 1 vs. Casady Nov. 9-10 SPC Tournament, Fort Worth, TX

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OFFENSE Conquerors look to ride playoff momentum of a year ago into another run this season. Biggest issue coach Brent Marley faces is in bringing along freshman quarterback Keats Calhoon (6-2, 155). Conquerors are picked second in District 3A-6 behind Beggs, which sets up a pivotal showdown in Week 8. Ron Smith has joined the staff as defensive coordinator.

The Lady Conquerors will be hitting the volleyball court with great expectations in 2012. Many of last year's players including Bailey Bergman return and they will be looking for a birth in the state tournament. 8-20 at Christian Heritage/Shawnee 8-21 vs. OKC Storm 8-23 vs. Booker T. Washington 8-28 vs. Tulsa Hale 8-30 vs. Tahlequah Home 9-4 vs. Regent Home 9-7&8 Catoosa Tournament 9-10 vs. Skiatook 9-11 at Catoosa 9-13 at Sapulpa 9-18 vs. Bishop Kelley Red 9-20 at Cascia Hall 9-21&22 Sapulpa Tournament 9-25 at Collinsville

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Senior offensive tackle Daniel August (6-3, 260) is bringing a lot of colleges through the Victory campus. He is one of four returning starters and will be joined on the offensive line by Nick George (6-1, 235, Sr.) and Angelo Trinidad (5-11, 210, Sr.). Josiah Freesemann (6-1, 200, Sr.), Josh Redmond (6-0, 175, So.) and Jalen Wood (5-9, 165, Jr.) will try to replace John Michael Hill, who rushed for nearly 900 yards in 2011. Cole Taylor (5-11, 200, Sr.) could help ease Calhoon into the passing game. Taylor caught 24 passes for 390 yards and three TDs a year ago. DEFENSE August and Freesemann should dominate in the 3-3-5 defensive scheme. The seniors enter their final year with 170 and 160 career tackles, respectively. George had 61 tackles his sophomore year but missed his junior season due to injury. He returns to play linebacker. Redmond, Wood and Taylor are all expected to contribute on defense. Luke Wehrli (5-10, 220, So.) is a good young player colleges should watch. He had 126 tackles, eight that went for losses, as a freshman.

Lady Conquerors Ready for Season

Victory Christian should be solid in the kicking game with Taylor back to handle those duties. He averaged 33.7 yards on 42 punts a year ago and was 27-of-30 on extra points. He also had three field goals.

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Lincoln Christian Track

The Lincoln Christian boys track team claimed the Class 3A state title with exceptional team efforts through. Congratulations to the Bulldogs. Dillon Abbott, Hudson Baab, Daniel Beaudry, Joshua Bennett, Chad Blume, GuanTao Bouwkamp, Nathan Cruz, Cody Cunningham, Jared Dargan, Steven Dewan, Wyatt Dewan, David Easterwood, Cameron Edman, Brennen Evans, Jared Fimple, Justin Flewellen, Spencer Freeman, David Green, Nathan Grivna, David Lopez, Jordan Lynch, Jordan Masterson, Joshua McPherson, Mitch Moriarty, Sam Mosier, Eric Scarborough, Maxwell Simmons, Zachary Simmons, Gabriel Sipes, Anthony Wilkinson.

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EAST REGION Join us as we highlight all the athletes from the East Region schools around the Tulsa area. Broken Arrow, Union, Lincoln Christian, and Coweta. Congratulations to all the athletes who will be taking their game to the next level.

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Union, Broken Arrow, Lincoln Christian, coweta

Exert From the Pigskin Preview - Lincoln Looks to Get Back to State Championship shoes to fill in replacing Zack Simmons, who rushed for more than 1,600 yards last season. Up front, the Bulldogs return Dan Beaudry (62, 240, Sr.) on the offensive line.

Coach: DARREN MELTON Last 5 Years: 2011- 11-2 2010 - 10-3 2009 - 13-2 2008 - 12-2 2007 - 11-0

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Several offensive players could see action on defense as well. Topping the list is Beaudry on the defensive line. Also expect Schwoegler to join Chase Holmes (5-11, 210, Sr.) at linebacker. The secondary has three experienced players in Wilkinson, Andrew Wright (6-1, 180, Sr.) and Flewellen.

Enrollment: 257

Schedule: Aug. 31 – at Seminole Sept. 7 – vs. Holland Hall Sept. 14 – at Christian Heritage Sept. 21 – vs. Springfield Lighthouse Christian Sept. 28 – vs. Jay Oct. 5 – at Hilldale Oct. 12 – vs. Keys Oct. 18 – at Westville Oct. 26 – vs. Locust Grove Nov. 2 – at Tahlequah Sequoyah

Austin Grauer

Handling the punting chores once again will be Grauer, who averaged just over 31 yards a kick last season.

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Lincoln Christian begins its first year in Class 3A. The Bulldogs reached the quarterfinals in 2010 and 2011. They move to the 3A-7 district that includes a pair of playoff teams from a year ago with Tahlequah Sequoyah and Keys. If the Bulldogs are to contend for the district title, the championship could come down to Week 10 when Lincoln Christian visits Tahlequah Sequoyah.

Austin Grauer (5-9, 175) returns for his senior season at quarterback in the spread offense. The VYPE Top 100 player threw for 2,855 yards and 31 touchdowns a year ago. A prime target for Grauer will be senior Anthony Wilkinson (6-0, 180), who caught 35 passes for 603 yards. Other wide receivers include Chad Blume (5-10, 170, Sr.) and Tim Schwoegler (5-11, 190, Jr.). Justin Flewellen (5-9, 170, Jr.) is the heir apparent in the running game. He rushed for 661 yards, including an 85-yarder but he has some big

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Fort Gibson High School How long have you been involved in FCA? I have been a member and since freshman year and President since sophomore year.

Who influenced you to join? God has blessed me with the abilities to play sports so I wanted to use my gift.

How has FCA made an impact in your life on the field and off the field? I’m a pastor’s kid, so I always have a spotlight. Being president and an athlete at my school makes it an even bigger spotlight, which helps keep me accountable in my walk with God.

How has your beliefs helped you as an athlete? My beliefs have helped me in being able to communicate and share Gods word with my teammates who mean the most to me.

What is your favorite bible verse and why? Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is —his good, pleasing and perfect will. I try to live my life by this verse, because the world tempts us in so many ways. Once you get saved and the Holy Spirit comes into your heart, God changes your mindset and soon God’s will is your will. How have you used your beliefs or your association in FCA to help others or spread the word? My association with FCA has helped me and others speak about the most important part of our lives to our classmates who accept and who also mock it.

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Join us as we highlight all the athletes from the North Region schools around the Tulsa area. Owasso, Claremore, Skiatook, Catoosa, Verdigris, Chelsea, and Oologah. Congratulations to all the athletes who will be taking their game to the next level.

owassom, claremore, skiatook, catoosa, verdigris, chelsea, oologah

Exert From the Pigskin Preview - Owasso Has Built Something Special

Coach: BILL PATTERSON

touchdown passes and completed 36 passes for nearly 700 yards. An all-around athlete, Lowe has played a variety of positions for the Rams in the past. In addition to his duties at signal caller, he will also handle the punting chores. He averaged more than 43 yards per punt last season. Prealow (5-7, 177, Sr.) will once again be the feature back in the Rams’ multiple offense. He rushed for more than 1,400 yards and 17 touchdowns in 2011. The offensive line is young in experience. Those to keep an eye on include Tavish Cagle (5-10, 190, Sr.), Connor Wood (6-4, 274, Jr.), Hunter Osborn (5-10, 220, Jr.) and Craig Holman (6-2, 235, So.).

Enrollment: 2604 Schedule:

Aug. 31 – vs. Broken Arrow Sept. 7 - at Muskogee Sept. 14 - vs. Jenks Sept. 21 – at Union Sept. 28 – vs Ponca City Oct. 5 – at Bartlesville Oct. 12 – vs. Tulsa Washington Oct. 18 – vs. Enid Oct. 26 – at Sand Springs Nov. 2 - at Stillwater

Last 5 Years: 2011 – 9-4 2010 – 8-5 2009 – 6-5 2008 – 6-5 2007 – 9-3 Quick Hits:

The Rams have made the playoffs 14 consecutive seasons.

Owasso has shown a flair for the dramatic during the playoffs. The Rams have played in three games of triple overtime or more since 2006, winning them all. The Rams are 8-3 against Stillwater since 2002. Six of those eleven games have been decided by 3 points or less. 70

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Scottie Prealow OFFENSE Owasso enters the 2012 season having reached the state semifinals the last two years. Highlighting the 2011 season were upset victories over Union and Midwest City when both teams were ranked No.1. Against Union, the Rams battled back from a 21-point deficit to post a 4138 victory in a game in which Union’s quarterback and tailback both left the game with injuries. The victory snapped Union’s 94-game district home win streak. Tight end Matt Gallagher recovered a fumble in the end zone to lift the Rams to a 48-45 win over the Bombers. Quarterback Kason Key threw for 1,928 yards and 27 touchdowns while Scottie Prealow rushed for 1,441 yards and 17 TDs on the season. Topping the Rams parade of signees last year was standout wide receiver Keon Hatcher. All but Prealow have graduated and now Owasso must find new players to carry the torch if another deep playoff run is in their future in 2012. Owasso is picked second in District 6A-1.

Replacing Hatcher will be a tall task. The University of Arkansas signee led Class 6A in receptions (100), receiving yards (1,610) and ranked third in touchdowns (20). And while he was the go-to receiver and biggest threat on the Rams offense, Owasso returns two starters in John Cole Neph (6-2, 186, Jr.) and Jake Burd (5-8, 175, Sr.). Both are capable receivers. Neph has the ability to stretch the field. Jaylen Lowe (6-0, 180, Sr.), who was named to the VYPE Top 100 preseason list, takes over the reins at quarterback. The back-up to Key a year ago, Lowe threw eight

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With 10 starters back, defense will be counted on early until the offense comes around. In an effort to utilize all the talent up front, the Rams have switched to the Eagle Defense. Returning linemen include Josh Standridge (6-0, 218, Sr.), Kody Rackers (6-0, 227, Sr.) and Riley Willman (6-1, 212, Jr.). Erik Hink (5-10, 188, Sr.), James Willis (6-1, 195, Jr.), Payton Clawson (6-0, 227, Jr.), Billy Mix (6-1, 235, Jr.) and Michael Anderson (6-2, 200, So.) will be used in back-up roles on the line. Tanner Dimarco (5-10, 178, Sr.), Ty McKenzie (6-0, 215, Sr.) and Jantzen Burd (6-0, 195, Jr.) are all back to play linebacker with Alex Rizzo (5-11, 197, Sr.), Hayden Moseby (6-0, 195, Jr.) and Cody Holbrook (6-2, 190, Sr.) as back-ups. Three returning starters to the secondary include Lowe, safety Chandler Houtman (6-1, 195, Sr.) and cornerback Tyler Lindsey (5-9, 178, Jr.). Jordan Mitchell (6-0, 172, Jr.) and Hayden Fullingham (6-0, 185, Sr.) also could see time in the secondary. The kicking game looks solid with returning starters Lowe at punter and Lane Sailing (5-9, 160, Sr.) back to handle the kicking duties.

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Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center From diagnosis to rehabilitation, EOOC Sets the pace and covers the Owasso Rams Athletic Programs with massive success. By Lynn Jacobsen

A former athlete whose career was cut short by injury in high school, Dr. Ryan Pitts combined two of his loves – sports and medicine – into a position that serves the athletes in and around the Owasso community. On staff with Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center for five years, Pitts oversees the three-person staff at the Owasso satellite office, located at 13720 E.96th St. North, Suite 100. A primary care physician in sports medicine, Pitts specializes in non-surgery orthopedics. He has developed a close association with coaches and athletes at Owasso as well as surrounding communities of Collinsville, Oologah, Skiatook and even athletes from as far away as Bartlesville. He remains closest though to the Owasso athletes, with the EOOC office close to the high school campus. “He’s a stud,” Owasso baseball coach Larry Turner said. “He’s always willing to take care of any situation. He works on our athletes. He’s always there whenever we need EOOC. He follows up after he sees them. It’s amazing how sincere he is regarding the treatment of our athletes and families. I hope he remains associated with Owasso for a long time.” The Owasso EOOC branch treats the typical orthopedic injuries ranging from sprains to fractures in patients as young as one or as young-at-heart as 100. “The vast majority of our patients are fairly active,” he said. “But we also see the Weekend Warriors and a lot of people who aren’t athletes but just have orthopedic issues.” Said Pitts, “I enjoy being part of the community. EOOC has taken care of Owasso athletics for over a decade. It’s been great for me to develop those relationships. I feel like

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I’m part of the team.” In addition to office time, he is on the sidelines every Friday for Ram varsity football games and works closely with other sports as well. It takes an understanding wife to relate to Pitts’ commitment to his patients and he has one in wife Alison, an optometrist with a pediatric eye group also located in Owasso. The couple has an 18-month-old daughter, Reagan. “I have a very understanding wife,” Pitts said. “She is comfortable with me being away from home so much, particularly in the fall.” He is living his dream of being a small town doctor. While doing his residency and fellowship at Oklahoma, Pitts migrated toward sports. “I tore up my knee in high school and lost my chance to play sports,” said Pitts, who grew up in Wichita, Kan. “It always left a sour taste in my mouth. This is a way for me to stay involved in athletics and I just love being around athletics and athletes. I’m a sports junkie. If I’m home at night and I’m watching television, chances are it’s a sporting event.” He cherishes his association with Owasso and the surrounding communities. “It’s such a rewarding experience working with athletes,” Pitts said. “You have to love it. There’s time outside the office and away from your family. Athletes are very goal-oriented. They want to get better and that’s half the battle in rehab.” In addition, Pitts’ commitment to his craft has paid dividends within the community. He as vested in them as they are in him. “It’s not just a job for him,” Turner said. “He’s very committed to our athletes.” That association of paying back to the community has allowed Pitts to grow the EOOC brand in the communities. As he prepares for yet another school year, Pitts finds the fall re-energizes him. “I could not ask for a better situation,” he said. “It’s a great association. I feel very blessed to be involved with the Owasso school system.”

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What age should children begin playing tackle football? I am sure many of you reading this have had many conversations Jeremy Poplin about this The Big Show very question. AM1430 The Buzz The subject of children playing at a young age continues to be a hot-button issue with strong opinions on both sides. When you're talking about the health and safety of children, the issue will obviously have passionate answers from concerned parents. Nobody wants to see a child hurt while playing football. Injuries are a common aspect of playing any type of athletics, but there are a number of steps you can take as a parent to protect your children. You know your child better than anyone. Do you believe they are ready to take on the responsibility of commitment? Football can be a complicated game for many first-year players, especially when the environment becomes ultra competitive. Starter football should be based on fun and exploration, rather than on performance or competition. Evidence has shown that most kids are not ready for competitive sports until around the age of seven or eight. KidsHealth.org suggests that coordination skill, attention spans, and aspects of teamwork are difficult to understand until the first or second grade. Are they old enough to understand the responsibility? VYPEOK.COM

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This is where communication plays a vital role in both the growth and enjoyment of your child. You need to know the type of environment you are sending them into. Ask questions and be involved with the coaches. What are their expectations? Are they conscious of the individual needs of every child playing considering how young they are? How do they approach the issue of sportsmanship? You have to have an open dialogue to understand if they are participating in a program structured to fit their coordination level and attention span. Most importantly, remember that they are supposed to have fun.    Many parents have turned to flag football as a basic learning tool, before committing to tackling. Flag football can provide a solid base for children aged 5 to 7 and help with confidence before taking the next step. The National Alliance of Youth Sports says that flag football for children aged 5 to 7, have the motor skills to participate and help in learning the basics of football. I have been around many quality football people during my time spent with Holland Hall Athletics. Most rave about how beneficial flag football can be and constantly emphasize how much fun the kids have.

Is starting at such a young age an advantage for down the road? Opinions will vary on this, but there are plenty of examples on both sides. Starting at a younger age can give some kids a competitive advantage over those that choose to start at a later time. Is that advantage insurmountable? By no means. Coaching is the great equalizer in most situations. Coaches pushing too hard, too fast can be just as negative on kids as getting a later start.   Bottom line is you have to sit and have a legitimate discussion on whether you feel like your child is capable of having a good time while playing football. Take the time to do your homework on the league and coaches involved. You play an important role in the enjoyment and development in any athletic activity. It's okay if you feel like they are not ready. There are plenty of things to try other than football right away. Try not to force things and always be supportive. The comptetive stuff will come with time.

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