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Stillwater's Young Guns Coaches from Stillwater tell VYPE who to look out for over the next few years VYPE asked the Stillwater Young Guns two questions: What player/wrestler do you model your game/style after? What part of the game do you think you are strongest in? Their answers are included below. Basketball (Girls) Sophomore Taylor Tuck and freshman Jaci Littell Stillwater girls basketball coach Mark Harris said of the young duo: “Taylor is actually an early commit to Oklahoma State for softball. She is a great team leader. She started for us last year as a freshman. Taylor does not come off the court for us. “Jaci is starting for us this year. She can play any position on the floor. She already plays about 20 minutes per game as a freshman. Both girls have a bright future here.”
Freshman Jaci Littell, daughter of Oklahoma State women’s basketball coach Jim Littell, is already making an impact for the Lady Pioneers. Her ability to drive the lane has been a boost for the Lady Pioneers’ bench unit. Playing behind Dylan Fix, Littell has had the opportunity to learn what it’s like to play varsity basketball at a high level. Littell talked about the strengths in her game and her influences. Littell: “I do my best to model my game after Elle Delle Donne. She plays in the WNBA for the Chicago Sky. I love her ability to play any position and how she knows how to use her size. The strength of my game is playing transition basketball. I like the open court and the room to create for myself and my teammates.”
Jaci Littell Basketball (Boys) Sophomore point guard Alec Noftsger and freshman center Hunter Stanton Stillwater boys basketball coach Michael Davis explains why these two are already impacting the Stillwater program: “I chose these two because of the potential I see in them. Alec has an edge that nobody can beat him. I feel like his attitude will be contagious in the next few years. The hard work he’s putting in will turn into better statistics across the board. Hunter is a kid with huge potential, as he is only a freshman. His post moves are progressively getting better. He is slowly learning, but is going to continue to get so much better.”
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Sophomore Alec Noftsger has had to step up big time for the Pioneers lately. Since the season-ending knee injury to starting point guard Jake Green, Noftsger has been asked to play more minutes. Noftsger has taken the challenge in stride, and has been working hard to lead his teammates. Noftsger talked about his game, what he brings to the table and how Green has helped him on the court. Noftsger: “Jake Green is definitely who I model my play after. Watching him play the last few years, playing with him for one year and now having him coach me through this year has helped me a lot. He walks me through everything. Leadership is the strongest part of my game, on and off the court. Coach (Davis) has really helped me see this year how important it is to be a leader to my teammates.” Wrestling Sophomore Kameron Linsenmeyer Stillwater wrestling coach Doug Chesbro explained Kameron’s impact on the Stillwater wrestling program early on in his career: “I’d like to put Kameron Linsenmeyer’s name into the hat as a young gun. Kameron is a sophomore and returning starter from our Dual State Championship team last year. He
alternated between the 220 and 285 weight classes last year, as a kid that usually weighed about 210 to 215. He was called on several times last year, to be the guy to win a dual, by holding down the score, or not being pinned, in his match. He did a great job in that role, being the one that helped seal the win for us against both Broken Arrow, and Sand Springs. This year, his role is different. He has already been called on to be the one to go out and get a fall for his team to win. That is a big reason we were able to beat Perry in a dual, on Dec. 18, 2015, and it will come up many more times this year. Kameron accepts his role with pleasure, He is the son of a couple of coaches that he has learned a lot of his competitive ideals from. He is usually quite aware of the situation that he is in, and is eager to help the team. He thrives on competition.” Kameron Linsenmeyer is only a sophomore, but is a key piece to Stillwater’s wrestling team. Linsenmeyer was a starter as a freshman, and is on his way to having a great career as a Pioneer. Linsenmeyer has been
working tremendously hard this season to continue to improve his abilities on the mat. The Pioneers will need him to be on top of his game if they want to repeat as Dual State champions. Linsenmeyer spoke of his influences and strengths. Linsenmeyer: “I have similarities with Austin Marsden. I think our similarities are that we are both on the bigger size of wrestlers and that we are both more of a defensive wrestler throughout the match but when we need to we can get a shot off and get us a takedown. I am stronger in my defensive approach and reacting to what my opponent is trying to do.”
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Character is a combination of qualities that distinguishes one person or group from another. Hideaway Pizza celebrates achievements of local high school athletes by presenting the monthly “Character Counts Award.”
Taylor Day Stillwater Wrestling
A Stillwater Pioneer wrestler wants to make himself better everyday on and off the mat. “Taylor Day is a junior, that is out right now with an injury,” Coach Doug Chesbro said. “He would be our starting 132 pounder this season, and continues to support and be an inspirational leader for his team.” Day is an athlete with a true dedication for his sport and teammates, and his season goals reflect just that. “My goal for myself is getting on top of the podium and training daily with the right mindset to get there,” Day said. He said that a goal the team has set for the season is to claim another State Champion title for the Pioneers. Day missed last years Dual State Championship due to injury; however, Day states that being surrounded by great coaches who have seen what he can accomplish has helped with his comeback. Since the summer, Day has practiced an extra practice every day to make up for lost time on the mat. “My motivation is being the best I can be, by doing that wholeheartedly,” Day said. Off the mat, Day is involved in National Honor Society, FFA and a greeter at Life Church. Day’s favorite part of being a wrestler at Stillwater High is the relationships he has developed with his teammates and coaches. “They will be my lifelong friends,” Day said. For his hard work, dedication to Stillwater Athletics, and involvement in and out of athletics, Taylor Day is the Stillwater Character Counts Athlete of the Month. By Kelby Corbett
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VYPE Pioneers set out to defend their dual state title Oklahoma State University is well known for its successful wrestling program. The program has produced multiple Olympians, and its coach, John Smith, is one of the most decorated Olympian wrestlers of all time. The Cowboys have more than 30 national championships in the sport. With that being said, OSU isn’t the only successful wrestling program in the small city of Stillwater. The Stillwater Pioneer wrestling team has been proving that for the past few seasons.
three-year letterman, and one of the only seniors on the squad. Nieman is the most experienced wrestler for the Pioneers, and he will be a leader. Junior Taylor Day will wrestle at 132 pounds, and he was a Fargo Cadet All-American in 2013. Junior Kendon Lee was a two time state champion in Louisiana, as well as a Fargo Greco All-American, before joining the Pioneers. Now, Lee will be a huge piece for the Pioneers. Lee will wrestle at 138 pounds.
The Pioneers wrestled their way to a 14-0 dual record last season, earning them a Class 6A state title. The Pioneers narrowly defeated Broken Arrow 29-27 to capture the dual state title. However, Broken Arrow got its revenge a week later at the state wrestling tournament, where the Tigers outscored the Pioneers 146 to 125. Broken Arrow and Stillwater are building a rivalry on the mat. In 2014, the script was flipped when the Tigers won the title at dual state, while the Pioneers outscored Broken Arrow to win the title at the state tournament.
Junior Connor Wilcoxen, who will wrestle at 152 pounds this season, was the 2015 Oklahoma Greco Champion. Wilcoxen is expected to make a huge impact for the Pioneers. Junior Christian Bahl finished in third place at state last season, and Bahl is looking to finish higher this season. Bahl will wrestle at 160 pounds, just as he did last season. Junior Jace
Coach Doug Chesbro sent multiple wrestlers to the state tournament last year, and he has a few of those guys coming back to see if they can continue to build the program. Senior Andrew Nieman won the state championship in 2014 at 106 pounds and was a state finalist last season at 113 pounds. This year, Nieman will wrestle at 126 pounds. Nieman is a 8
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Brownlee and sophomore Kameron Linsenmeyer will be key pieces for the Pioneers this season. Both are returning letterman, and both can make a huge impact. Brownlee will wrestle at 170 pounds, while Linsenmeyer will wrestle at 195 pounds. Junior Tyler Dieringer is a twoyear letterman and two time state qualifier. Dieringer was a state placer in 2014. Dieringer had a tough draw last year, when he faced Daton Fix in the 120-pound weight class. This season, Dieringer is getting his weight up, and he will wrestle at 145 pounds. This Pioneer team is incredibly experienced. They have multiple wrestlers with state tournament appearances, and possibly most importantly, they have wrestlers who have experience against Broken Arrow. Expect the Pioneers to be in the thick of things come springtime.
LADY PIONEERS BEGIN THEIR TITLE DEFENSE, WHILE THE PIONEERS LOOK FOR ANOTHER TOP THREE FINISH 2014-15 was a great year to be a swimmer at Stillwater High School. Coach Kurt Goebel already has both Stillwater swim teams at or near the top of the rankings this season. GIRLS The Lady Pioneers dominated in the pool all season long, and continued to do so at the state meet this past February. The Lady Pioneers dominated the field at state on their way to a state championship, and it wasn’t that close. The Lady Pioneers finished with 314 points, while runner up Heritage Hall finished with 182. The Lady Pioneers got it done in both the individual and team events. The 200-yard medley relay team, which consisted of Dewi Blose, Brooke Njaa, Alexx Thomas and Kayla Dunn, set a state championship record with a time of 1 minute and 57.71 seconds. That race was the first event of the day, and it set the tone for the Lady Pioneers. When the day was over, the Lady Pioneer swim team hoisted their second state trophy
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Stillwater Swimming Dives In in school history. Coming into the 2015-16 season, the Lady Pioneers retained a significant portion of their roster from last year’s championship team. Kayla Dunn is entering her senior season, and she can be expected to set the tone for the Lady Pioneers. Savanna Barth and Dewi Blose, who were both key contributors last year, will only be sophomores this year. Isabelle Smith is entering her junior year after a solid year in the pool as a sophomore. These girls will take on leadership roles, but there are plenty of other swimmers who will make a big impact for the Lady Pioneers.
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In their first home meet of the season against Heritage Hall and Piedmont, the Lady Pioneers picked up where they left off last season. They swept all 11 events in dominating fashion. Blose and Smith each won two races, while Dunn won the first individual race of the meet. Cecilia Smith, Hanna Fontanez and Raelene Tree all helped the relay teams win, while Cecilia Smith won two individual races herself. This hot start has the Lady Pioneers ranked No. 1 through week seven of the swimming season with a total of 63 points. As the swim season rolls along, don’t expect the Lady Pioneers to let up. BOYS
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The Pioneers didn’t win a state title last season, but their performance was nothing to be ashamed of. The Pioneers finished in third place at the 2015 state swim meet, finishing behind Altus and Ft. Gibson with a total of 206 points. The Pioneers had strong performances in the relay races, but they weren’t as consistent in the individual
races. The 200-yard medley relay team finished in second place, and they were only one second behind Altus’ team. Ben Cowles turned in one of the best individual performances for the Pioneers, finishing second in the 200-yard IM and the 100yard breaststroke. The Pioneers’ 400-yard freestyle relay team finished first in the event, however, three of the four legs of that team graduated last year. Unlike the Lady Pioneers, the Pioneers lost a lot of their swimmers from last year’s state team. Fortunately for coach Goebel, he has multiple young, talented swimmers waiting for their opportunity to step up. The Pioneers are a young squad, but their confidence continues to rise with each meet. Ben Cowles, who was a key contributor last season, will be the leader for the Pioneers. Cowles sets the example for his teammates. Ryan Clark, Jackson Tidland and Landon Clark will all be important to the success of the Pioneers this season. At the first home meet of the year against Heritage Hall and Piedmont, the Pioneers dominated. Cowles won two races; the 200 and 400 freestyle races. Meanwhile, Ryan Clark, Landon Clark and Tidland each won a single race. Those four teamed up to win two relay races as well. It was a good start for the Pioneers, and they are heading in the right direction as the season starts to pick up the pace. The solid start to the season has the Pioneers ranked No. 2 in the rankings through week seven with 53 points. The Pioneers will look to continue their development through the holiday and aim to be ready to compete when the state meet rolls around.
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Being an athlete can be a challenge, both mentally and physically. Managing school and sports can be even more of a challenge, and Perkins-Tyron High School senior Garrett Self has shown excellent discipline in balancing the two.
Self, who competes in football and wrestling for the Demons, carries a 3.1 GPA and has taken multiple Advanced Placement courses during his high school career. He is currently enrolled in AP European History. Self helped Perkins-Tyron make the playoffs in football for the sixth straight year this past season, and he is now turning his attention from the football field to the wrestling mat.
“I believe I am steadily improving, while my goals for the new year are to stay focused, motivated and to give my maximum effort.” Coach Michael Martin said Self shows up looking to learn every practice, which brings a positive attitude to the wresting room. He is always open to coaching suggestions which has enabled him to develop as a wrestler. His energy is what allows him to succeed in sports and in school. Self wrestles in the 195-pound weight class.Although Self is looking to make it back to the state tournament in wrestling this spring, he also plans to continue working hard in school as well.
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Stillwater High School senior Jake Green is a member of the Pioneers’ basketball team, and although he won’t be able to play this season, his goal before graduation is to help his team qualify for the state tournament for the first time in more than a decade.
“We’re continuing to get better,” Green said. “We’re young, but that’s not an excuse. Every day I feel like we’re getting better, and eventually we can make for a scary team.”
As a junior, Green averaged 9.7 points, 2.6 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game, and he was set to be the leader for the team this season. However, Green suffered a season-ending injury and will have to miss his final year as a Pioneer. “I tore my ACL in a scrimmage before the year started,” Green said. “For me, I’m just trying to help coach these kids and make it an eventful and memorable year.” However, Green isn’t letting the injury impact his schoolwork.
Green carries a 3.1 GPA, and though he doesn’t take any Advanced Placement or Honors classes, Stillwater coach Michael Davis said Green works exceptionally hard on the court and in the classroom. When he is not at school or on the basketball court, Green can be seen volunteering for youth sporting events. “I sometimes umpire and just work around the fields,” Green said. “Cleaning up, working concession stands and running the clock at basketball games.” By Kevin Green
COACHES FROM PERKINS-TRYON TOLD VYPE WHOM TO LOOK OUT FOR IN THE FUTURE
two have a chance to be great players for the Lady Demons by the time they are seniors. Here is what coach Burnett had to say about them: “I think these two freshmen will be very good by the time they are seniors. Both began the year as starters, but right now we feel it is best to start only one freshman. However, if they keep working, then they could both be starting by the end of the season.”
Wrestling Freshman Brenton Robinson (106 pounds) and sophomore Garrison Allen (285 pounds) Perkins-Tryon wrestling coach Michael Martin believes these two young guns have a chance to make a major impact on Garrison the wrestling program. Here is what Martin had to say of the duo: “As one of only two freshman to make the varsity lineup this year, Brenton has been an important part of the improvements we’ve made as a team this year. From the beginning of the season until now, Brenton has improved tremendously. He is very coach-able and if he continues to improve I can see him having a lot of success in the future.
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“Even though he is still young, Garrison is one of the best leaders on our team. He is an extremely hard worker and makes the sacrifices necessary to build others up. He is our backup heavyweight this year but this hasn’t stopped him from making tremendous improvements in his wrestling. In the process of this, he has also been able to make others better who he practices with. He is very motivating to work with and will continue to be a tremendous asset to this team.” Basketball (Girls) Freshman Colie Larson (5’6” guard) and freshman Kycen Dunivan (5’11” forward) These two dynamic freshmen are already impacting the Perkins-Tryon girls basketball program. Coach Jerry Burnett believes these J A N U A R Y- F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 6
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Dewi Blose – Stillwater Swimming Dewi Blose stormed onto the swim scene as a freshman last season. Blose was a key contributor in helping the Lady Pioneers capture the state title. Blose competed in four events at the 2015 state swim meet. Blose was the first leg of the 200-yard medley relay team that took first place and set a Class 5A state meet record. Blose helped the 400-yard freestyle relay team take first place as well. Blose also found success in the individual events. In the 100-yard butterfly, Blose finished in fourth place, and she claimed a second place finish in the 100-yard backstroke event. It was a strong finish to her freshman season, and Blose is primed to be a team leader as a sophomore. The Lady Pioneers retained most of their roster from the state swim meet this season. Blose is one of the key swimmers from that group. Blose’s sophomore campaign is already off to a hot start. At Stillwater’s first home swim meet, Blose helped lead the Lady Pioneers to a dominating victory. Blose won two individual races; the 100 butterfly and the 100 backstroke. Blose helped the 200 medley relay and the 400 freestyle relay teams get wins as well. The Lady Pioneers cruised to a victory, and are already ranked No. 1 in 5A early on in the season. Blose is proving she has the potential to be one of the best swimmers in the state, and she will only improve as the season continues. Expect strong performances from Blose each time she gets in the pool. For all of her hard work, dedication to Stillwater swim and leadership, Dewi Blose is the Stillwater Cancer Center Female Athlete of the Month.
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Dylan Fix is a member of the Lady Pioneer basketball team and a VYPE Top 100 basketball player. Fix is an undersized guard, but is one of the best shooters in the state. Fix is currently putting her name all over the record books at Stillwater. Last season, Fix averaged 18.1 points per game, and was lights out from beyond the 3-point line. This season, Fix is the leader of the Lady Pioneers. Dylan’s mother Diane, and her longtime friend Emily Meyer tried to see who knows Dylan better. What is Dylan’s favorite subject in school?
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Mom
Stillwater Basketball
Best Friend
Math
Math
Math
Does Dylan have any pregame rituals/superstitions?
No
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Same Socks
Does Dylan prefer Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram or Facebook?
Snapchat
What is Dylan’s guilty pleasure?
Watching Grey’s Anatomy
Chocolate
Grey’s Anatomy
If Dylan could be anybody for a day, who would she be?
Katy Perry
Katy Perry
Katy Perry
When it comes to homework, is Dylan always early, just in time or always late?
Just in time
Just in time
Just in time
What is Dylan’s dream job?
Physician assistant
Physician assistant
Physician assistant
What is one food that Dylan would never eat?
Tuna
Raw oysters
Licorice
What is one thing Dylan is afraid of?
Failure
Growing up and being an adult
Nothing
Who is Dylan’s favorite athlete?
Kevin Durant
Phil Forte
Russell Westbrook
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VYPE 2015 Shelter Insurance Mr. Football Award An incredibly talented field of athletes began this Mr. Football journey in June with the announcement of the VYPE Top 100. During the season the top 100 players were cut down to 15 finalists that included Roger Barcheers of Poteau, Calvin Bundage of Edmond Santa Fe, Keats Calhoon of
Victory Christian, Mason Fine of Locust Grove, Matt Harmon of Cashion, Nathan Herring of McAlester, Justice Hill of Booker T. Washington, Jeremy Lewis of Lone Grove, Jaeston Nelson of Seiling, Cooper Nunley of Jenks, Colton Penrod of Bartlesville, Logan Roberson of Harrah, Jamall Shaw of Broken Arrow,
Rylan Stephens of McAlester and Micah Wilson of Lincoln Christian. Votes from members of print, radio and television as well as athletic directors were counted and the winner of the 2015 Shelter Insurance Mr. Football Award is……. 2015 Shelter Insurance Mr. Football Oklahoma COOPER NUNLEY – JENKS
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As the starting quarterback for the Jenks Trojans Nunley led the team to their fourth Class 6AI title in a row, Nunley’s third title as the starter. This season Nunley passed for more than 2,800 yards, 35 touchdowns. He became the school’s all-time touchdown leader with 86, the all-time leader in wins, all-time leader in yardage and ended his career with 22 straight games with a touchdown pass. He also beat rival Union five times as a starter. Offensive coordinator Dub Maddox said of Nunley, “He does things on the field that very few high school quarterbacks can do. The school that picks him up is getting a true competitor.” Nunley was selected to the East All-State team as the 1st team quarterback.
recently selected to the East AllState team as the punter.
MICAH WILSON – LINCOLN CHRISTIAN
JEREMY LEWIS – LONE GROVE
Wilson threw for more than 3,500 yards and 54 touchdowns on his way to competing for a Class 3A state title. Wilson also rushed for over 500 yards and scored 10 touchdowns on the ground. Wilson has committed to play football for Boise State next year and was
2015 was an amazing year for Lewis. He rushed for nearly 3,000 yards (2,966) and 47 touchdowns finishing his career at Lone Grove with 6,917 yards. He averaged 14.2 yards per carry on 221 attempts. Lewis committed to Arkansas State University.
rushing record at Broken Arrow. Shaw helped the Tigers to the 6AI title game. Hill was the workhorse for the Hornets this season. He rushed for 1,858 yards and 30 touchdowns this season averaging 10.3 per carry. Hill has committed to Oklahoma State University.
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MASON FINE – LOCUST GROVE The 2014 Mr. Football award winner experienced another great season at Locust Grove High School. Fine set the alltime yardage record in Oklahoma throwing for 12,403 yards in his career. This season Fine threw for 4,168 yards and 53 touchdowns. He was also named Gatorade Player of the Year for the second year in a row. JAMALL SHAW – BROKEN ARROW & JUSTICE HILL – BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Tied in the voting, Jamall Shaw of Broken Arrow and Justice Hill of Booker T. Washington both had tremendous seasons for their schools.
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(Kelcey) Cavett is the other girl I would nominate. She has scored more than 20 points in a few games already this year. She is another one of our bench players that could easily start for us as well. She might be the toughest kid I’ve ever coached. She plays extremely hard and plays a major role in our success.”
Cale Lazenby – 6’1” Freshman Cale Lazenby is following in the footsteps of his older brothers, and is already leaving his mark on the Glencoe basketball program. His father and coach, John Lazenby, told VYPE why we should keep an eye out for Cale. Lazenby said of Cale: “Cale is the youngest of the Lazenby brothers. Cale is starting for us Cassie this year and he is averaging 10 points per game and seven rebounds per game. Cale is a good shooter and a great rebounder. Cale works hard and he is very active on defense. I expect him to follow in the footsteps of his older brothers and lead Glencoe to many victories.”
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Basketball (Girls) Cassie Manning – 5’7” Freshman Guard & Kelcey Cavett – 5’2” Sophomore Guard Cassie Manning and Kelcey Cavett are already proving to coach Stephen Castlebury that they can play for the Lady Panthers. Both Manning and Cavett are making an impact from the bench, but Castlebury said these two will help the Lady Panthers win games for years to come. Castlebury said of the duo: “(Cassie) Manning is one of the better shooters in the area. She has had a few games this year where she hit six 3-pointers. Her other skill sets are already good. She could be starting for us but we play 10 kids most nights but having that kind of offense off the bench is sure nice to have. She will help continue our tradition we have started here in Glencoe. 16
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Frontier Young Guns FRONTIER’S BASKETBALL COACHES INFORMED VYPE WHO’S UP NEXT FOR THE MUSTANGS Basketball (Girls) Freshman Morgan Romero (point guard), freshman Marilyn Goodman (post), freshman Autumn Conneywerdy (forward), freshman Shelby Black (guard), junior Kristen Molina (guard) and freshman Dana Lane (guard) Lady Mustangs coach Eric Smith has a plethora of young players at his disposal. With five freshman making serious contributions, along with junior Kristen Molina, the program has a nucleus of young talent that will put Frontier on the map. Smith had great things to say about all of his young guns. Here is what Smith had to say: “Morgan Romero is starting as a freshman and she has the ability to score and handle the ball. She is also an excellent passer. Marilyn Goodman starts in the post as a freshman. She runs the floor well in transition and she can really score. She can post up, or step out and shoot
the ball. Autumn Conneywerdy can really shoot the ball from the 3-point line. She has great size and tremendous potential. She will be a matchup nightmare. Shelby Black is a great energy player. She always hustles and has intense passion when she plays. She can attack the basket off of the dribble and shoot the three. Kristen Molina leads the team in scoring and is just a really good shooter. She has improved on her defense and has become a really nice, complete player. We need her to step up into a leadership position both on and off the floor. Dana Lane is extremely quick and can attack the basket with the dribble. She is an aggressive defensive player. She is a great player coming off the bench for us. “ This young group is already making an impact, as the Lady Mustangs are one of the top teams in Class A. As of the week seven rankings, Frontier is ranked No. 5 with a 9-1 record.
Basketball (Boys) Sophomore Jalen Black Mustangs coach Bob Weckstein has seen his fair share of talented players come through Frontier. He has seen plenty of young players grow into great players, and he believes Jalen Black fits that mold. Black is already proving to Weckstein he wants to be a great player. Here is what coach Weckstein said of Jalen: “Jalen Black is a high energy player that gives us absolutely everything he has every single possession. His value cannot be measured in conventional statistics. As a sophomore he is definitely a rising star for Frontier.”
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Dylan Schickram COACHES FROM PONCA CITY, BLACKWELL AND TONKAWA GIVE VYPE SOME INSIGHT ON WHO’S UP NEXT Ponca City Basketball (Girls) Sophomores Alexis Redwine and Julissa Garcia
Ponca City girls basketball coach Jody Fincher said of the two rising sophomores: “Alexis is a sophomore and the starting PG on our varsity team. Alexis tirelessly works to be the best she can be and to lead our team on the court. She is a great defender and passer that has shown the capability to knock down big shots. Alexis also played last year on the varsity team. “Julissa is G/F and a starter on our varsity team. At 5’10” she plays a guard and post player for us and has proven to be a factor on both ends of the court. Julissa has tremendous potential and will continue to get better.” Basketball (Boys) Sophomore Stetson Roubedeaux and freshman Chazz Shymanski
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Ponca City boys basketball coach Alan Hibler said of the rising stars: “Stetson is our starting point guard. He is an extremely versatile player who sees the floor extremely well and
shoots the ball very well. He handles the ball really well and has a great opportunity to become a great guard as he continues to work on his game. He is a young kid that loves to play and spend time in the gym. “Chazz is an up and coming freshman. He is doing good things for our freshman team. Chazz shoots the ball extremely well and has the ability to create his own shot. Chazz has an opportunity to be a good player down the road as he continues to work to get better.” Wrestling Sophomore Dylan Schickram Ponca City wrestling coach Jason Leavitt said of Schickram: “Dylan is a good up and comer that has tremendous amounts of potential. He is a guy that impacts our team because there is always a chance to get bonus point wins. He will find his place in our longstanding tradition. It’s just a matter of time.” Blackwell Wrestling Sophomores Braden Kinkaid and Cole Brantley Blackwell wrestling coach EJ Edgar said of Kinkaid and Brantley: “Braden and Cole
are both competing for spots in our lineup this year. Their hard work and dedication have got them closer to turning the corner and being successful Blackwell wrestlers. They both have a bright future.” Basketball (Girls) Sophomore Ali Maness Blackwell girls basketball coach Wade Wright said of Maness: “Ali is a sophomore here at Blackwell High School. Ali is a shooting guard for the Lady Maroons basketball team. Ali works hard at perfecting her shooting skills. (Staying late after practice, and going to the gym in her free time). With Ali’s hard work and dedication she will be a very special player here at Blackwell in the future.” Tonkawa Basketball (Boys)
Tonkawa boys basketball coach Scott Howell said of McAreavey: “Trent is a 6’5” sophomore on the Tonkawa Buccaneers basketball team. Tonkawa had an extremely young team last year, and Trent started every game in his freshman campaign and was counted on to produce early in his career. He was the team’s second leading scorer at 9.8 ppg and the team’s leading rebounder at 6.7 rpg during his initial high school campaign. Trent is maturing and getting stronger as an inside player and should have an extremely productive career ahead of him.”
She puts in long hours in the summer to increase her strength and agility. Brianne is on her way to being a defensive stopper. Hannah is an awesome team leader. She sees the floor well and is always the first player to high five her teammates. She works hard and takes pride in her craft. Mallory has put in long hours to be a 3-point threat for the Lady Bucs. She frequently is the last girl to leave practice. Mallory works hard in the weight room and takes pride in her work ethic.”
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Basketball (Girls) Sophomores Brianne O’Neill, Hannah Hembree and Mallory Scott Tonkawa girls basketball coach Joe Jacobs had great things to say of the trio: “Brianne is a multifaceted player that can defend guards and posts.
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Junior Zeke Rubio will be a key piece for the Ponca City Wildcats wrestling team. Rubio will wrestle from 152-160 pounds throughout the season. Rubio is already off to a solid start this season, posting a 6-2 record. Rubio wants to become a better leader for his teammates this season, along with improving himself as an individual. Tradition runs deep in the Ponca City wrestling program, and that drives Rubio to work hard. It’s also a big reason why Rubio loves wrestling at Ponca City. “Having my picture put up on the wall of champions in our wrestling room motivates me,” Rubio said. “The best part about being a student-athlete at Ponca City is knowing there is a lot of tradition here in my hometown.” Wrestling is a tough sport both mentally and physically. Rubio said that is part of the reason he enjoys wrestling so much. Rubio said that the difficulty of the sport and the discipline the sport teaches are big reasons he enjoys wrestling so much. Outside of sports, Rubio is a dedicated student who enjoys hanging out with his friends. As the season rolls along, Rubio will be aiming to lead the Wildcats to the state tournament. For his dedication on the wrestling mat, and his appreciation for the Ponca City community, Zeke Rubio is the Ponca City Athlete of the Month.
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This season, despite losing several key members to graduation, the Wildcats are looking to improve upon their success from last year. “Last season went great,” coach Amanda Porter said. “We had some great swims at regionals and state. Boys’ relays finished well, as did the girls’. We had both boys and girls in individual finals events.”
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AT THE CLASS 5A STATE MEET LAST SEASON, THE PONCA CITY BOYS’ SWIM TEAM FINISHED SEVENTH, WHILE THE GIRLS’ TEAMS PLACED 15TH.
Leading the way for boys is Alec King. King qualified individually for the state meet in the 100-yard freestyle, and also helped the 200 and 400-meter freestyle relay teams to top 10 finishes. Steven Lorret and Alex Mayer are also returning to join King in the relays. Lorret is also competing in the 100 butterfly, 200 individual medley and the 50 freestyle, and Mayer competes in the 100 and 200 freestyles and the 100 breaststroke. Porter said she likes what she has seen for Lorret and Mayer so far. “Steven [Lorret] and Alex [Mayer] are sophomores and have really been working hard this season,” Porter said. On the girls’ side, the Lady Wildcats are led by Riley Barrick, Kara Williams and Eve Cawley. The trio returns to compete on
the 200 freestyle relay team, which they helped to a 13th-place finish last season. Another girl to keep an eye on is Sarah Hamilton, who competes in the 50 and 100 freestyle and the 100 backstroke. “Sarah [Hamilton] joined in October after volleyball and has been improving by leaps and bounds,” Porter said. “She’s competitive; that drives her.” Porter said Ponca City’s team has begun well, but there is still a lot to learn, especially for the youth of the team. “Our girls’ team has quite a few new joins, so every meet is a learning experience for them. It’s coming together though and shaping up to be a fun year.” As the season goes on and the team continues to improve, Porter said she wants the swimmers to learn more than only the feeling of success. “My goal for the season is to improve my athletes in and out of the water,” Porter said. “I encourage their activities, and we try to do some form of community service each year as a team. I think it’s important to coach up the person as much as the athlete.” By Kevin Green
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Phillips 66 is a proud sponsor of the Ponca City Area Character Counts Award. Ellie Roth is a senior swimmer for the Ponca City Lady Wildcats and coach Amanda Porter-Cain. Roth is looking to have her best season as a swimmer. Last season, Roth finished in 13th place in the 100-yard breaststroke at the state swim meet. Roth is working to improve on that finish. Roth said she wants to finish in the top eight of the event and make it to the podium this season. Roth wants to qualify for the state swim meet in all of the events she participates in. As a team, Roth hopes the Lady Wildcats can finish in the top 10 at the state swim meet. Roth wants to be a leader for the Lady Wildcats this season. Roth draws motivation from wanting to be the best she can for her teammates. “I am motivated by my teammates,” Roth said. “As the captain, I can’t expect my teammates to do their best if I don’t give 100 percent.”
Roth’s parents and coaches also motivate her to work hard. Whether it’s driving her to a meet or giving her a new time to beat, Roth’s parents and coaches have always supported and pushed her to be better. The effort of Roth’s parents and coaches to motivate her has led to results in the pool and in the community.
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Roth is a great example of how a team leader acts outside of school and sports. Roth is involved in a multitude of activities in the community. Roth is a Certified Lay Servant Minister, and she is involved in the Tonkawa United Methodist Church and Youth Group. Roth is a representative from the Northern Prairie to the Oklahoma United Methodist Conference Council on Youth Ministry. Roth volunteers with the local and regional food banks. Roth also finds the team to be on the Student Council and Academic Team. For all of her hard work, commitment to Ponca City sports and dedication to the Ponca City community, Ellie Roth is the Ponca City Character Counts Athlete of the Month.
Darian Hill Helps Take NOC to the Next Level The score is tied after a three-point overtime buzzer breaker. At this point in the game, the anxious coach needs a player with the discipline of Michael Jordan and a quick shot like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to clinch the victory. Darian Hill is that player for Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa Women’s Basketball team.
For Hill, Northern Oklahoma College was an easy choice.
“Darian is our team’s leading scorer this year. She also handles the ball a lot going into our offense. Darian is an aggressive shooter and defender. She makes things happen for us,” Women’s Head Coach Greg Krause said.
“The team plays well together. That dynamic is an ongoing process that generates momentum as the season progresses,” Krause said.
“The school had a homey feeling when I came and toured the campus,” Hill said. Since NOC is a junior college, teammates come and go frequently. The team has to learn to bond together quickly to have a successful season.
maintain a hard work ethic and keep a positive attitude on the court and in the classroom. “I expect the team to keep working hard even when the outcome doesn’t go as we planned. I also expect us to be leaders on and off the court and in academics,” Hill said. The Northern Oklahoma College women are currently 6-10.
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Harrah High School graduate Hill is a pre-med major with a pre-game ritual that puts Jason Terry to shame. “I play candy crush on my phone before the game. It helps calm me down and get focused. I then put my kneepads, ankle braces and shoes on my right first then my left. I chew a piece of gum while warming up,” Hill said. The 5’6 shooting guard’s natural ability paired well with her father’s love of the game. “My dad’s side of the family is all about basketball. They all pitched in on helping me learn, but my dad has been my main coach all my life. He is always there for me whether it’s about basketball or any other thing,” Hill said. After watching a few of her high school games, Krause was ready to commit her early on. “Her speed and quickness were exceptional during high school, and she had a very effective instinct on offense. To recruit her, we established fairly early contact with her high school coach and maintained communication. We brought her in for a visit, and she committed shortly thereafter,” Krause said. J A N U A R Y- F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 6
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