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Pregame 6 | Pioneers of the Roud Table VYPE sat down with Stillwater High School student-athletes to ask some questions about school, sports and life. Get a closer look at these individuals and their take on life at Stillwater High.

8 | Stillwater Volleyball The Lady Pioneers have been on a roll all season. We salute the team and its seniors for a job well done.

16 | Ponca City Right Stuff Softball is not a sport for those who want to keep a clean uniform. In fact many players wear the dirt with pride. One player from Ponca City, Rebekah Clinton, has taken her love for dirt to another level. Find out why she cherishes it so much.

25 | Bruin Football Bartlesville and their new-look offense featuring Calan Crowder are off to a fast start. Here’s a quick look at the first half of the season as the Bruins look to finish out the season on a high note.

A letter from Roscoe MiGliore

Welcome North Oklahoma

There is nothing like a football game on a crisp fall Friday night in Oklahoma. High School is a time when students are poured into and mentored by teachers, parents, coaches, administrators, youth pastors and communities. Athletics provides valuable life lessons and confidence building opportunities. We publish this magazine to support students and show that we understand how much hard work they put into preparation for games. We appreciate the pride they take in representing their hometown. In this issue we talk to Stillwater athletes, highlight the amazing story of Ponca City softball player Rebekah Clinton, take a look at Bartlesville athletics with Tim Bart and give you an update on area football teams.

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We hope you love this inaugural edition and we promise to work hard to make the next issue better than this one. We are already planning stories for next issue like All-VYPE North Oklahoma Volleyball Team, All-VYPE North Oklahoma Football Team, All-VYPE North Oklahoma Pre-Season Basketball Team, basketball team previews, wrestling coverage, football recaps and much more. If you have suggestions - send them to me at RoscoeMigliore@hotmail.com.

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30 | B’Ville in Good Hands VYPE’s own Lynn Jacobsen sits down with Tim Bart from Bartlesville High School for a closer look at the athletic programs and the future of Bruin athletics. This Q&A may shed some light on what it takes to run a Class 6A program in Oklahoma.

Next Issue... In late November, we will preview the upcoming basketball season and see which North Oklahoma schools will be making some noise on the hardwood.

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Pioneers of the Round Table VYPE sat down with Stillwater running back Davyn Thompson (DT), lineman Corbin Schmidt (CS), cheerleader Allie Crawley (AC) and pom squad member Shayla Williamson (SW) to ask them for some insight into their teams. DT: Coach Atkins because he knows my AC: My favorite teacher is my abilities and what I am English teacher, Mrs. White, because capable of and pushes she is really funny and makes me to excell in those English enjoyable by explaining things. things clearly and teaching in SW: My favorite teacher different ways than Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m used to. is Mrs. Treat because CS: Mr. Davis (Journalism), because she is a fun teacher and he is very inspirational and his class a great person and role is a lot of fun. model. Who is your favorite teacher?

Who is the toughest person on your team? CS: Garrett Guthrie (#7) because he is one of the smallest players out there but he is in on every play and no matter who is watching or not watching he plays as hard as he can.

Davyn Thompson

SW: The toughest person on the team is Carson Johndrow because she has gone through a lot and can take anything and still perform her best.

Stillwater Seniors AC: The toughest person on my team is Carly Hart because sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been through a lot but still performs her best. Who is the smartest person on your team and why?

CS: Cody Knight (#54) is the smartest player on the team. He knows what everyone on the O-Line does and if you need to know what to do, he is the one to tell you. SW: The smartest person on the team is Alex Wuller because she is dedicated and cares about her grades and not only is she book smart but street smart as well.

AC: McKenzi Ormsbee is really smart. She is in AP classes and can usually help people on the squad with their homework.

Stillwater Area DT: The whole offensive line because without them I couldn’t accomplish anything. They don’t get much recognition but they do their job.

Who are some of the best young players on the team?

Corbin Schmidt Who is the most unselfish person on the team? DT: Levi Ross is not a starter but he still gives a 100% every day and puts the team before himself. SW: Rachel Martin because she is always doing things for others and volunteers to do the jobs most people don’t want to do.

AC: Some of the best young cheerleaders are McKenzi Ormsbee and Madison Weiser. I definitely see the potential that they have.

CS: Braxton Noble, Brandon Prather and Cameron Mayberry. You can tell all of their hard work during the week shows up on game day.

DT: Brandon Prather just stepped into the starting lineup as an incoming sophomore and is now a big time playmaker. Cameron Mayberry doesn’t say much but he has become one of our best linebackers.

Johnah Motley

AC: Miranda Jenkins because she is always willing to do the jobs that no one else wants to do like carrying the boom box when no one else wants to and helps clean up after practice. Which teammate never gets their name in the paper but deserve a shout out?

CS: Johnah Motley (#78) I don’t think he gets the recognition he should. I have watched Jonah change over the last 4 years and become a true athlete. He is the guy that would be a true asset to any team at the next level.

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Allie Crawley

Stillwater Pioneers Sports Update Pioneer Volleyball Heating Up The Lady Pioneers of Stillwater have made school history by punching their ticket to the state tournament By Brad Heath

Coach Jason Webber’s Lady Pioneers entered the 2012 season as merely a “team to watch,” but as the season pressed on the Lady Pioneers started turning heads and making people take notice.

With a record of 18-11 heading into the month of October, the Lady Pioneers lost a few games to higher ranked teams, but won big matches against other ranked opponents like Jenks, Broken Arrow, Bishop McGuinness and Union who they beat twice including a big win at the Stillwater tournament. Another great win came over Class 4A defending champion Lincoln Christian. Webber and his staff have adjusted the starting lineup from match to match, but one thing remains the same, players are making plays and regardless of who is starting the focus is winning the match.

Seniors Kaitlyn Cotton, Tessa Meeks, Savannah Gamble, Alexia Geer, Peyton Meacham and Brook Clason have

Kaitlyn Cotton

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provided great leadership on the floor. Cotton and Meacham are two of the best middle blockers in the class while Clason and Gamble bring their power to the outside hitter spot. Setters Meeks and Geer get the offense going with Kelsey Brown, Carley Geer and Katelyn Speer coming in as defensive specialists.

Catabrean Bauman is another strong player at the setter position and senior Kiley Josey knocks them down as an outside hitter. Sarah Carpenter is another outside hitter coach Webber loves to talk about. Other players to watch include Maggie Ireton and Stephanie Dermer. This year’s squad could be one of the best in school history as they made it to the state tournament for the first time. Congratulations Lady Pioneers. Stillwater 2012 Roster: # Name 1 Catabrean Baumann 3 Brook Clason 5 Kiley Josey 6 Katelyn Speer 8 Peyton Meacham 10 Alexia Geer 11 Carley Geer 12 Stephanie Dermer 13 Kelsey Brown 14 Sarah Carpenter 23 Savannah Gamble 24 Tessa Meeks 25 Kaitlyn Cotton 30 Maggie Ireton

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Stillwater Area Halley Randolph is a sophomore at Stillwater High School where she plays varsity fast pitch softball. Halley and the team have worked hard this season and continue to improve with every game. Halley agreed to be the subject for this month’s Triple Play! Thanks Halley! Amber Davis is the head coach of the Lady Pioneers and has coached softball for 10 years. In her free time she enjoys watching Yankees baseball. Halley’s mother, Amy Randolph is a graduate of Cushing High School and Oklahoma State University. She currently works as a Learning Specialist at Academic Services for studentathletes at OSU. The real question is who came prepared and who will walk away as the Triple Play winner? Halley Randolph Stillwater Softball

Halley’s Coach

Amy Randolph Halley’s Mom

What is Halley’s favorite subject in school?

History

Favorite place to eat??

Mexico Joe’s

If Halley was trapped in high school forever, who would she bring with her?

God

Brittney or Bryce

Hannah

Is Halley the Class Clown, Class President, or could be the Class Teacher?

Class Clown

Class President

Is Halley’s bedroom a work of art, disaster area, or Area 51?

Work of art

What’s Halley’s superstition?

My bracelets

Her bracelets

Taps corners of the plate

Halley does her homework last minute, every night, or always late?

Last minute

Wipeout

What sports movie or TV show would Halley be in?

Sandlot

League of Their Own

ESPN Sportscenter

When I’m with my friends, its: Superbad, South Park or Big Bang Theory?

South Park

8 Correct. Coach wins!

6 Correct. Good Job mom. But not good enough!

What reality TV show would Halley win?

TOTAL POINTS: 10

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Perry Softball

Lady Maroons Are “Drilling the Competition” in 2012 The 2012 season got a lot more interesting for the fan of the Perry Lady Maroons as they earned their first trip in school history to the state fast pitch softball tournament. They did so in dramatic fashion by defeating Newkirk, 3-2. Head

# Name Class 2 Lyndee Wells 9 4 Makayla Patton 10 6 Mariah Ewy 10 7 Tiara Ewy 12 9 Jayde Hansen 12 10 Chianne Taylor 10 13 Morgan Horn 9 14 Paige Frank 10 18 Miranda Matlock 10 19 Lauryn Sullins 12 20 Kaytlyn Briegge 11 22 Montana Keith 9 25 Tabitha Diaz 11 32 Makenna Dale 9 Head Coach: Bryan Hayes Asst Coach: Jeff Sullins Manager: Ashlea Calhoon Megan Drake 12

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coach Bryan Hayes admitted to the Stillwater Press that they’ve had good teams before this year, but got great performances from not only the older players but the younger players as well. All-Conference selectees Makayla Patton and

Mariah Ewy (only sophomores) had a huge impact on the game as Patton’s walk-off single scored Jayde Hansen (MVP) who started the rally with a led off double. The Lady Maroons will enter their first state tournament on a high note.

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Ponca City Area

The Right Stuff You might say Rebekah Clinton has been a fighter her whole life.

By Lynn Jacobsen

“Born a month premature, the prognosis wasn’t good,” Rebekah’s mother, Christine said. “Her lungs were not developed and she would not eat,” Christine said, noting that her daughter’s weight dropped from five pounds at birth to 3 ½ pounds.

Rebekah was fighting to stay alive. Years later it is that fighter mentality that junior pitcher relies on when in the circle.

Clinton has her sights set on getting the Wildcats to the state tournament and earning a scholarship. She admits she would love the opportunity to play softball for the University of Arizona. “I love everything about Arizona,” she said. “Their coaches, the program, the school, everything.” It was while on a trip to Tucson and an Arizona softball game that Clinton knew she had found her sport.

“I was hooked early,” she said. “We took a vacation and saw a game at Arizona. Afterwards, the players were signing posters. I asked (pitcher) Kenzie Fowler to get me some dirt off the pitcher’s mound. She asked why I wanted it. I said I would return it when I got my full ride.” Ponca City softball coach Jared Freeman has built his program around the junior hurler.

“My first year as head coach was her first year at the high school,” Freeman said. “I could tell early in her career that she was the type of kid we wanted to build the program with. She’s a good teammate, a good leader and a great kid.”

Clinton throws a rise ball, fast ball, a drop and a change. “My out pitch is probably my rise ball,” said Clinton, whose rise has been clocked at 64 mph. “My ball will curve a little, maybe not as much as some other girls.” After winning 11 games her freshman year and 20 of the team’s 21 victories last season, Clinton has hit her stride this season. She credits it with some timely advice from mentor Hillary Bach, a former Holland Hall star, who played softball at Arizona State.

“Hillary told me I needed to get on a good summer team,” Clinton said. “She suggested the Tulsa Eagles. My mom emailed the coach (Dave Simmons) and he came to watch me. Pretty much I auditioned for my spot. I had a pretty good summer. “I had some difficulties but it was a great learning experience. I came away knowing how to better pitch to hitters.” She’s catapulted that into a solid junior season, leading the Wildcats on a 13-game win streak earlier this season. “She’s taken her game to a whole new level,” Freeman said. “She’s so confident in her pitches.”

Clinton gave up basketball her freshman year of high school to concentrate all her attention on softball. Last year, she joined the swim team, mostly to help stay in shape for softball. “I was named the most improved swimmer on the team last year,” she said. “I just did it to get in shape and now just to stay in shape. Softball is my sport.” Currently, her goals are focused solely on the state tournament. “I hope to put Ponca City on the map for softball,” she said. “I know there were teams that used to say oh we have Ponca City, this will be an easy game. They aren’t saying that this year. We’re letting people know we are here to play.”

Even as a youngster, Clinton drew attention, playing with a 12 and under team at age 7. “I really couldn’t tell you anything about T-ball, because I was already playing competitively at seven,” she said.

Clinton hopes to follow in the footsteps of Bach and head west for college. Bach was a standout pitcher who completed her

college career at Arizona State with a 22-1 record in 2012 and 88 career victories.

“Hillary has done a lot to draw interest to Oklahoma from coaches out west,” Clinton said. “I admire her so much for going to Arizona State.” As she wait for a call from Tucson, Clinton has a back-up plan. “I’ve been looked at by Mississippi, Tennessee, Nebraska, Texas, Oklahoma, even a school in New York,” she said. “If Arizona doesn’t call, I know I will go wherever God directs me. I’m not getting anxious or anything. I’m patient, I can wait. I believe things will work out for me.”

Clinton believes her early struggles to survive have been the catalyst for her in softball. “It’s the same formula I used when I was young to fight and survive that I use in my games,” Clinton said. “I guess you could say I’m still fighting.” For now, the dirt remains in the same container she brought it home in and in a secure spot.

“It’s right by my bed,” Clinton said. “I don’t take it out and show it off. I don’t take it to games. It’s my good luck charm.”

Lady Cats Compete at State Cheer Gallagher-Iba Arena hosted the 2012 State Cheer competition and Ponca City gave the crowd a show!

The stage was set for the Lady Cats of Ponca City as they walked on to the floor at the historic GallagherIba Arean on the campus of Oklahoma State University. Fans of the Lady Cats felt this could be their year to take it all and they showed up in force for to cheer them on. Despite battling a couple of injuries the team felt good about their chances, but they knew it would take a perfect routine to grab the first place finish.

With 500 points available the Lady Cats raw score was 412 placing them somewhere near the top. After the all of the scores were tallied the Lady Cats had finished fourth behind Norman North, Edmond North and Union. Only 13 points separated fourth and first place. “The routine was solid and the ladies performed great. We’re all so proud of them,” said one parent leaving the stadium. The Lady Cats came close this season and the excitement should carry over to the 2013 season.

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Wildcats Building for the Long-Term

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Allen commends effort and attitude in creating the foundation for a successful program. Head coach Josh Allen is working to build a foundation for football at Ponca City that is based on creating a positive mindset for players, strong defense and establishing the running game to compliment the passing game.

The coaching staff is very pleased with the players commitment to giving great effort on every play and staying positive. “The kids are starting to buy into what we are looking for long-term. We are improving every day against a very tough schedule.” Coach Allen stated. “Our quarterback Jake Didlake has been a good leader for us and is doing a good job at

quarterback,” stated Coach Allen. Didlake was 14-of-29 against a tough Owasso defense for 143 yards . One of his favorite targets is Tate Redleaf who recorded four receptions for 53 yards agains the Rams. “The line is getting better every game and we are starting to runt he ball better. We are committed to that,” stated Coach Allen. Wildcat linemen include Kevin Morphis, Brett Braden, Kyle Streeter, Christian Eden and Johnny Sandoval. Other offensive contributers include Nick Hamilton, Tyler Lee, Hunter Womack, Eric Segura, and Cole Nimmo. “To be a good football team you must be

fundamentally sound on defensively. Our players are buying in to that and working toward that on ever snap. Our defense has caused turnovers and played hard.” stated Coach Allen.

“I think defensive coordinator Jeremy Harper and the rest of the defensive staff have done a good job getting our guys to play harder and become a more stingier defense. Defensive backs Nick Hamilton, Cole Nimmo, Heath Cromwell, and Andrew Lesnick have done a good job in the secondary the last couple of weeks. I feel the defensive front seven is improving. Linebackers John Bond and Zach Leforce are getting better and defensive linemen Will LeClair, Quinn Herron, Jakoda Bridges, Andy Layton, and Jordan Kimbrall have done a good job all year long.” Photo By KT King

Jake Didlake, Tylker Lee, Nick Hamilton

Jake Didlake

On a Roll

Cleveland Tigers have taken a great start into October and are gaining massive momentum After going undefeated in non-district play the Cleveland Tigers appeared focused and ready for district play. The Tigers 3-0 start was a great way to enter district play against Daniel Webster who they defeated on the road, 23-7. Quarterback Chas Stallard amassed 1,058 yards passing and 10 touchdowns in five games. Stallard, always a threat to run, has accumulated 334 yards on 63 carries and scored four touchdowns. His 5.3 yards per carry is just under running back Dakoda Hewitt who has 55 carries for 316 yards of his own and one touchdown after four games.

The passing game features two outstanding receivers in Derek Reeves and Tyler Jones. In four games Reeves has 486 yards receiving with six touchdowns and is averaging 23.1 yards per catch. An amazing average for the 6-foot-1, 200-pound receiver. Jones has 14 receptions of his own for 239 yards and two touchdowns. Jones is one of the more consistent kick returners in the district averaging 22.3 yards per return. Offensively the Tigers have outscored their opponents 135 to 65. Stallard, Reeves, Jones and Hewitt are a tough foursome for defensive coordinators to game plan for and to stop. Kicker Tyler Myles got on the scoreboard with a 24-yard field goal giving the Tigers another scoring option.

The race to see who will lead the team in tackles this season is heating up with Josh Ratliff taking an early lead over fellow linebacker Lucas Whaley. Ratliff has 81 tackles and four sacks while Whaley, the team’s

leading tackler a year ago, has 63 tackles and two sacks. Tyler Jones and AJ Sheets are contributing in the tackle department as well with 37 and 36 respectively. However Sheets does have four sacks to his credit. The defense is a swarm-to-the-ball type defense making it tough for opponents to get anything going.

Stallard is making his presence felt in the secondary with two interceptions, while Reeves has one.

The schedule does get tougher in district play as the Tigers go on the road to Vinita then host Oologah on October 5th and Miami on the 12th. A road game to Wagoner on October 18th will have serious district implications. The final home game is against Catoosa on the 26th and the final road game is at McLain on November 2nd.

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North Area Notables

As you will see in every issue of VYPE North Oklahoma, we have all the schools covered. Take a look at some of the action going on around the area. Football Cushing Tigers The Cushing Tigers are enjoying big wins over Mannford, Perry and Prague early in the season. Their only loss came against Cleveland. Quarterback Bingham Hightower has passed for 954 yards and 11 touchdowns. With only two interceptions and going 67-of-97 after five games, Hightower is proving to be one of the top QB’s in Class 3A. Head coach Barrett Schupe and offensive line coach Ty Bullock have the players buying into the system and running back Gage Stallworth is reaping the benefits of a disciplined offensive line. Stallworth recorded two touchdowns against Prague as the offensive line powered their way through the defense. The offense includes weapons on the edge in Justice Thomas ad Cole McKnight. Both have been on the end of scoring drives for the Tigers. The defense is playing solid, but they will need to find a way to stop a tough second half schedule. Look for Tyler Watkins, Stallworth and Thomas to be big reasons for the success of the defense.

into the scoring action. Dylan North and Brendon McDonald have added runs of their own to the totals this season. Also look for Colton Sparks and defensive back Bryson Parker on defense. Parker is a playmaker who returned an interception for a touchdown against

Tonkawa As Tonkawa continues to improve the hope of making the playoffs are not gone if they can string together some important wins over district foes. Running back Reece Simpson has proved a spark for the offense and received Player of the Week honors. Another Player of the Week versus Fairview was defensive lineman Chase Hyde. Also look for Gage Martin on the defensive side of the ball. A 20-0 victory over Perry was a good gauge for this team, but expectations are making the playoffs. The remaining schedule for Tonkawa doesn’t get any easier. The offense must put up some numbers in the second half of the season if they are going to compete for a playoff spot.

Perkins-Tryon Demons For the Demons the 2012 season got off to a fast start with big games against Jones, McLoud and Verdigris, three very worthy opponents. District play kicked off with Seminole at home. The 14-7 loss came at home, which is always tough to swallow, but they would rebound against Bethany on the road. In that game Jacob Peyton scored the teams only touchdown Jordan Leigh Rowe and Bryson Parker from four yards out and quarterback Caleb White, handling the Newkirk District 2A-1 is loaded. This is an extremely kicking duties, tacked on the extra point. Head coach Llyod Wertman knows how tough district and Newkirk isn’t making difficult it is to secure one of those playoff it easy on anyone. A defense that hates to spots in district 3A-2, but if the Demons give up points and an offense that features are going to be a playoff team he knows the Logan Tate and Ethan Collins. In their offense must pick up the pace and give the 40-0 win over Pawnee several players got

Kyle Collins defense opportunities to get stops. Field position has played a major role thus far in the season for the Demons. Pawhuska Huskies Head coach Scott Gilkey knew the first half of the season was going to be tough, how tough was to be determined. After non-district games against Tonkawa, Dewey and Hominy, Gilbert continued to work with his kids for improvement. Tough loses to Tonkawa and Dewey in the

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first two games led into their third game facing rival Hominy. The 21-8 win was exactly what the Huskies needed. Eddie Oyster had an amazing four interceptions against Hominy in the win. A road game to Metro Christian would mark the opening of district play. Metro Christian had their normal high-powered offense working and won, 47-0. The defense has been an area of concern for coach Gilkey. Look for the offense to start getting things going and the defense to come around. Home games this season versus Caney Valley, Chouteau and Oklahoma Union will help. Road games are Nowata, Chelsea and Adair.

Check out all the Perry area news from the Perry Daily Journal and PDJnews.com.

Morrison Lady Wildcats

Perry Honors Fallen Teammate

Morrison Lady Wildcats beat KremlinHillsdale and Garber to win the 2012 district championship. Team members are seniors Rissa Inselman and Caroline

In memory of their teammate and friend, the Perry Maroons take the field each game led by the #10 jersey worn by

Polasek; juniors Tayler Williams, Kalie Vernon, Kayla Dodd, Aslysa Burch, and JaeLea Sypert; sophomores Jacey Bales and Brittany Coleman; and freshmen Jamie Lovely, Shana Walls, Logan Hearp, and Autumn Barton. Head Coach Josh Hawkins.

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Pawhuska High School Football – 1905

Morrison Wildcats The Wildcats feature one of the top defensive units in the class. Their ability to stop the run is what has the other coaches in the district talking. In their game against Depew the Wildcats rushed for 470 yards to 78 yards for Depew. Head coach Cory Bales credits their relentless pursuit of the ball and their desire to stop opponents. Quarterback Kyle Collins has performed well early in the season, while Jordan Quinata and Scott Van Dorn are carrying the rock for the offense that’s posted 188 points after five games. Part of that great defense is senior linebackers John Sanders, Bradley Pittman and Jared Mackey. These three may be the best trio in Class A. A big game looms on the horizon with Kiefer on November 2nd. Yale comes to town on October 5th then three straight road games starting with Drumright and Foyil.

Brendon McLarty last season. Brendon died May 20, 2012 at the age of 16 after suffering a severe asthma attack. He was an avid sportsman, showing his talents as a member of the Perry Maroon Football team and the Perry Maroon Baseball team. Carrying the jersey are Junior classmates Kale Hixon (#3) and Hunter Condit (#22). The homecoming Court for Perry was in full effect. PHS Homecoming Court from the left: Shelby Cargill, Austin Allen, 2011 Homecoming escort Kaleb Mendenhall, 2012 Queen Sarah Sweet, 2012 King Nathan Wade, 2011 Queen Morgan Beier, Madison Malget and Kyle Varley. Children are Ryan Morris and Rett Morris.

Originally known as Deep Ford, the city of Pawhuska located in Osage County and was given statehood in 1907. This photo, courtesy of Randy Bolinger, is believed to be from 1905 at Pawhuska High School. The player in the middle directly to the left of the player with the stripped shirt is A.W. (Adelbert Wray) Bruce. It’s believed that part or the entire wall behind the players is still standing. If you’re a student, athlete, administrator or teacher at Pawhuska High School and you can confirm what we believe is true, please email us and let us know what history you can add to this great piece of Pawhuska history. Email us at Oklahoma@vype.com.

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The Comeback Kids

The Bruins are giving the term cardiac kids new meaning. under his belt. Cochran has passed for 597 yards on 45 completions after four games. Add his six touchdowns to his stat line and you’ve got a quarterback giving you solid production at the position. Cochran has shown a lot of poise under pressure leading the Bruins to wins over Bishop Kelley, Skiatook and Enid in dramatic fashion.

Stephen Cochran The Bruins are becoming Oklahoma high school football’s version of the Cincinnati Bengals Cardiac Kids from the late 80’s with their dramatic come from behind wins. Head coach John McKee and the coaching staff is focused on keeping this team grounded and prepared for the district schedule that lies ahead.

The running game his been a huge part of this offense. One of the states fastrising stars is Calan Crowder. Crowder scored the game-winning touchdown against Enid as time expired giving the Bruins the 44-42 win. This season Crowder has rushed for 614 yards on 76 carries and has scored six touchdowns. Crowder is averaging 8.1 yards per carry. Grant Hillger is another weapon Cochran has used in the passing game. Hillger has 10 receptions for 192 yards and three touchdowns.

Defensively the Bruins have given up 75 points through four games, but they are improving and coach McKee is determined to get this defense playing Quarterback Stephen Cochran has like a playoff caliber team. Slade Nordic looked good early in leading the Bruins has been huge for the Bruins picking to a 3-1 record overall with a district win off two passes and returning one for a touchdown.

District play is well underway and if the Bruins plan on going to the playoffs, wins over Ponca City, Booker T. Washington and Sand Springs would go a long way in securing a spot in the dance. Stillwater is another tough opponent the Bruins will face on the road on October 12th.

Calan Crowder

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Bartlesville Volleyball Ranked and Ready

Head coach Tom Williams and the Lady Bruins are looking to not only make it through regional play, but to work their way into the state tournament After missing the tournament in 2011 the Lady Bruins have beat Broken Arrow, Westmoore and Mustang in the regular season. Struggles against other top teams like Cascia Hall and Bishop Kelley are not discouraging considering both teams have dominated volleyball for more than a decade. As they near regional play the Lady Bruins are ranked in the top ten and have an opportunity to make a run at state. With players like Katie Heath, Natalie Koster and Emily Kirchner nothing is too far out of reach for this squad.

“Katie Heath has been a very pleasant surprise for us this season. She was basically a back-up player as a Junior because of an injury but after a really strong summer on our Club Team she has been our leading hitter this year. Against Broken Arrow this season she got set 55 times and had 19 kills which is pretty amazing,” said Williams. Finding leaders on every team is important and coach Williams has one in Koster. “Natalie Koster has been a great leader for us this year. She has a calmness about her during the storm and she is always reassuring her

teammates and they listen to her,” said Williams. “Natalie’s little sister Blair is just a sophomore and has been doing a great job as a middle hitter off the bench.”

Coach Williams continues, “Emily Kirchner is a very versatile player who does so much to help the team. She is our senior setter and she is a great server who when she gets hot is really hard to stop. She made big plays all season. Because of her versatility she allows us to use her in a number of ways.”

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The roster is full of players that have the “whatever it takes” attitude. One of those players is Kelsey Reynolds. “One of the unsung heroes of the team is Kelsey Reynolds who I call a yoeman player for us because she does all of the little things that help us win. Earlier in the season there was some strife and Kelsey pulled the team together and said look, we gotta put an end to this and come together, and they did,” said Williams.

2012 Team Photo of the Bruin Volleyball Team

Leon, Katie Heath, Kelsey Reynolds, Natalie Koster, Emily Kirchner

Second Row Ashley Fouts, Emma Farr, Madi Kent, Roni Courtney, Sarah Grisham

Top Row Sidney Thompson, Cassie Mihm, Kayna Williams, Blair Koster

Front Row (L to R) Olivia Culver, Gabby Culver, Caroline Brown

Third Row Sydney Williams, Jasmine Diaz De

Fourth Row Sammy Polk, Briana Young Megan Kibler, Shanaye Nordic

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Bartlesville Bruins Sports Update

Bartlesville Cheer at State Competition

The Bartlesville varsity cheer squad made the state tournament this season held at Gallagher-Iba Arena on the campus of Oklahoma State University. The Lady Bruins took the opportunity to perform from their fans and parents on the state’s biggest stage. Team members included; Erica Anderson, Tori Bade, Anneke Borg, Taylor Cobb, Kaylee Cole, Kimberly Gardner, Morgan Gerth, Brooklyn Hill,

LyShawn Hooker, Kyla Inman, Madysen Jefferies, Paula Jimenez, Anna Keller, Danielle King, Rabeka Lashbroo, Kayla McKelvin, Kasey Moore, Christina Rainey, Ainsley Reid, Taylor Rigdon, Ali Riley, Montana Trusler and Brooke Wehmeyer.

The parents, faculty and student body wants to congratulate the 2012 Varsity Cheer Squad for making state! GO BRUINS!

Tanner Smith Verdigris High School

Tanner Smith, a junior at Verdigris High School, plays baseball and football for the Cardinals. He’s been playing baseball for 14 years and although he loves it, he loves football a little more. Tanner started playing football when he was 8 years old. On the football team, Tanner is an outstanding running back and he is a solid out fielder on the diamond. Tanner said God influences his life by giving him wonderful opportunities to be the best he can be and live for Him. Verdigris High School is new to FCA, and they just started it last year. As soon as Tanner heard one was starting, he was excited and jumped right in. He’s also involved in NHS and StuCo at Verdigris. Tanner’s role model is his dad. Tanner said if it wasn’t for his father, he wouldn’t have the drive and dedication to sports — or for anything. Tanner credits his father for his ambition and said his father has had an extremely big influence on who he is today. This year, he plans to be even more involved with FCA. And no matter what he’s doing, whether it’s sports or grades or just living in general, Tanner said he will do it for God and give him the glory.

Ecclesiates 9:10 Whatever your hands find to do, do it with all your might.

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In Good Hands Tim Bart

Tim Bart took a rather unique road to his current job as basketball head coach and athletic director at Bartlesville High School.

By Lynn Jacobsen

The 1981 Inola graduate initially worked in the oil industry out of high school and after graduating from Oral Roberts, he worked one season as an assistant at Oklahoma Junior College before joining the Ken Trickey staff at ORU for five seasons before embarking on a high school career.

Bart’s first head coaching job came at Moore, where he took over a Lions’ program that had been on a 36-game losing skid. After a two-year stint at Rogers, Bart was hired in 2000 to coach at Bartlesville. In his time there, he has compiled a 215-85 record with a state runner-up, two area championships, six regional titles and five state appearances. As he enters his 18th season of coaching, Bart is 264-158. Bart and his wife, Kristi, have one son, Jackson, a junior on the basketball and baseball team.

VYPE: Have you ever coached any sport other than basketball? Bart: I coached football and golf at Edison. I was the defensive coordinator. I also coached tennis at Rogers and Bartlesville.

VYPE: You landed your first head coaching gig after just one year of coaching at the high school level. Tell readers about your first position at Moore. Bart: Moore was on a 36-game losing streak when I took the job. They went 0-23 the year before I got there. They were pretty beat down at that time. It was a good experience.

VYPE: How’s the experience of coaching your son, Jackson? Bart: It’s been fun. I’ve heard all the horror stories but with our mentalities, we get along so well that it hasn’t been hard. We do a good job of leaving it at the court. When we go home we don’t talk about issues. I’ve never been one to stay mad at kids. Once we leave practice, it’s over and done. He has sat on my bench since he was four years old. He understands a coach’s mentality. I coached Jackson in Little League baseball. I’ve really enjoyed it. It’s a lot of fun.

VYPE: There seems to be a lot happening in sports in Bartlesville. Bart: We’re just far enough away from Tulsa that the community as a whole supports us. We’re a one-school community which helps. The community is very supportive with VYPEOK.COM

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their dollars, their attendance, their advertising. It’s a sports town that goes back to the Phillips 66ers. There has to be some correlation there.

VYPE: Your fans really travel well, don’t they? Bart: Yes. Last year we played regionals at Skiatook and they turned in over $12,000 to the OSSAA which the largest part was our fans driving in from Bartlesville. I think ORU only turned in $17,000 for the state tournament. The community really supports all of our sports. VYPE: Tell readers a little bit about the Bartlesville Sports Commission. You are one of the founding members on the commission, correct? Bart: Yes. They have helped take the support from the community to another level. We hosted the Division II Lone Star Conference basketball tournament the last few years. The key is our volunteers. We will have 300 volunteers. Once we added a new gym through the bond issue, we were able to host tournaments of that size. So, we had the support, including financial, we had the volunteers and now we have the facility. VYPE: Didn’t you just sign a new three-year deal to host the Great American Conference? Bart: Yes. We hosted it last year. It’s Oklahoma teams and Arkansas teams that joined together after the Lone Star disbanded.

VYPE: What other events has Bartlesville hosted? Bart: We’ve hosted the American Legion World Series twice. We’ve hosted NCAA regional golf at Hillcrest. It’s not just a basketball town. VYPE: Talk about the working relationship between Bartlesville High School and the Sports Commission. Bart: We honor Bartlesville athletes in a black tie affair. The charity for the Sports

time management. Of course, my basketball staff: Rick Johnson, Gerald Thompson and Cecil Epperley have been with me for years. So they were able to do a lot of the day-to-day stuff for me. It’s a lot smoother now. I have such respect for all our sports, how hard they work, how dedicated they are. My assistant AD is Terry Hughes, longtime girl’s golf coach. He’s a Bartlesville Sooner grad. He’s really been helpful. We have over 900 athletes in all levels. It can be a handful.

VYPE: Have you battled any animosity issues since you are still coaching? Bart: Not from any coaches. I’ve heard whispers but I have been more than transparent. They understand I have fought for them, increased budgets and have helped them purchase things that were outside their budgets. My basketball budget has not increased any. We have a great group of coaches here. Everybody gets along well, everyone goes to each other’s events.

Commission is the high school athletic department. So they help us in resources, both financially and they make sure to include us in any event.

VYPE: You were named athletic director last year. How difficult is it to balance the AD and coaching job? Bart: It’s been tough. I took over in January. I finished the year without an assistant AD, it was just my secretary Melissa Brooks and me. My secretary really saved me. I really had to work on

The Bartlesville Sports Commission (BSC) was established in the spring of 2007 with the mission to further the support of athletics and athletic excellence in the Bartlesville area. Our purpose is to generate an atmosphere of excitement around Bartlesville athletics and athletic excellence, resulting in increased participation and financial support; to build relationships and rekindle old relationships among Bartlesville alumni for the betterment of the Bartlesville Public School Athletics; to promote athletic events and endeavors in the Bartlesville area; and to broadly serve as an ambassador for athletics in Bartlesville.

In doing so, we are recognizing not only the worthy inductees but also the value of athletics to quality education, personal enrichment, family values, community, and professional success. Contact Us: Bartlesville Sports Commission P.O. Box 1304, Bartlesville, OK 74005 (918) 440-4119

VYPE: Football drives the budget for all sports, doesn’t it? Bart: Yes. It should be the cash cow. Financially it’s very important. Any athletic director will tell you at any level, anytime your football team is successful it will help the financial part of it. We can tell that in our gates already this year. They’re better because we’re winning. VYPE: What’s the key to the success of the Bartlesville boys basketball program. Bart: We’ve had good players. We have the type of player who is team-oriented, coachable, they play hard and compete. All the little intangibles it takes to win, we’ve been able to do that. I’ve been blessed to have some quality players come through.

The Bartlesville Sports Commission established the Bartlesville Athletic Hall of Fame to honor athletes, coaches, teams and individuals who have made a lasting contribution to athletics and athletic endeavors in the Bartlesville area.

In doing so, we are recognizing not only the worthy inductees but also the value of athletics to quality education, personal enrichment, family values, community, and professional success.

Hall of Fame Inductees - Class of 2012 Bill Berryhill College High School, University of Texas Jim Clark College High School, US Olympian

Kenneth Fitch College High School, Kansas Univerisity Coach Steve Hesser Bartlesville High School coach 1985-92

1969 College High School Baseball Team State Champions

Hall of Fame Induction Ceremy Dinner will be November 3rd. Please contact for more information.

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Bartlesville Area Sports Update Photos By Brandy Moton

Keys High School won the Small Co-Ed last year, but this season were competing in Class 4A making the field a bigger challenge than in years past. Mount St. Mary, Oklahoma Christian School, Tuttle and Hilldale all entered as possible favorites this year. Dewey stayed focused with the task at hand and produced a performance most squads would love to have at state. With 21 teams competing, anything in the top 10 would be memorable and the Dewey girls were just that.

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Dewey Football Bulldoggers Gaining Respect Head coach Chris Revard has the Bulldoggers 3-2 after five games and 1-1 in district play. A tough game against Berryhill might have been what this team needed. Berryhill was a good gauge for where the team may fall in the playoff picture

for district 3A-5. Vince Moles and Chase Carver are big reasons the offense is coming around to the level coach Revard wants it. Metro Christian is up next on the schedule, a team the players and fans are all too familiar with. Last year in the playoffs the Doggers lost to Metro, 29-7. Could there be some payback in the cards? Regardless of the outcome against Metro, Dewey still has an excellent chance of making the playoffs if they can get past the likes of Blackwell, Locust Grove, Verdigris and Sequoyah Claremore. Many experts agree 3A-5 may be the toughest district in Class 3A, but coach Revard and the Bulldoggers will keep plugging away and try to get back into the playoffs.

Oklahoma Christian came away with the top score of 417 while Mt. St. Mary placed second. Dewey posted a score of 350 points, good enough for eighth place just three points behind Pauls Valley in seventh. It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a state title, but everyone in the arena could tell the Dewey girls were a contender this season and they proved that after their performance. Squad members included: Shelby Adams, Kelsey Allen, Alyssa Brown, Loni Carbaugh, Alexandra Carithers, Makenna Carver, Aimsley Frye, Baylee Green, Savanna Goldman, Abbey Grimes, Jimmre Hambright, Mia Knight, Allison Masner, Carina Mena, Sophie Oates, Destiny Owens, Shelby Phelps, Katelyn Shambles, Sage Shriver, Alyssa Stark, Taylor Summers, Autumn Williams and Madison Wilson.

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Dewey Girls Make Top 10 Class 4A is always a difficult class to win at the state cheer competition in Stillwater every year. Gallagher-Iba Arena has hosted some great performances over the years and the Dewey girls were looking to add their names to the list of squads that made state and walked away with the state title.

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through a lot to get here. We can’t be more proud of our girls.”

The 2012 squad included: Emily Belden, Emily Bell, Baylee Flenniken, Meredith Franke, Kaylee Frauenberger, Drew Fuller, Kelsey Gibson, Rachel Gibson, Kamryn Hensley, Jordan Hill, Shelby Johnson, Justice Owens, Suzanne Pruett, Reeva Smith, Allie Summers and Ashley Thornbrugh.

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The Nowata cheer squad made another trip to the state tournament this season with the hopes of putting together their best performance of the season. The state competition returned to Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, Oklahoma on the campus of Oklahoma State University.

Defending state champs, Lincoln Christian were not the favorite coming into the competition. Christian Heritage Academy, Commerce and Washington all had good squads and would prove to be tough to beat. Nowata was the second team to take the floor in Class 3A followed by Christian Heritage, Commerce, Lincoln Christian and Stroud. Washington, Colcord, Little Axe and Hernyetta would complete the order of competition. Vian led off with a good routine, but a few mistakes would cost them. When it was Nowata’s turn to take the floor you could see the determination on their faces. When the routine was over the Nowata fans were loud as they cheered for their girls.

When the results were posted Nowata had a raw score of 356 and a final standings score of 215 placing them sixth in the competition. They missed placing in the top five by four points. One parent had this to say after their routine was over, “They worked really hard this season and had to work 34

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The Lady Hornets were in the thick of all the action when the state tournament rolled around. Congratulations to the team for a successfull season. Coach Brad Rodgers and the girls competed hard and have built a wonderful foundation for years to come. Team includes: Eryn Ratliff Maggie Lannan Alyssa Ostermeier Nicole Black Abby Bryan Allison Hunt Cassie Mindt Courtney Rodgers Jill Jennings Morgan Woody Nicole Gallamore

Head Coach: Brad Rodgers Assistant Coaches: Kristy Bryan Brenda Baker Superintendent: Rick Ruckman Principal: Chris Tanner Athletic Director: Randy Davis

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