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The All-VYPE football has been selected and this year is like no other. Take a look at these playmakers we’ve selected for the All-VYPE Team.

14 | Edmond Basketball

We break down the teams and players in Edmond as the basketball season gets underway. Get your basketball fix and get ready for a great season.

28 | Moore Area Preview

Area Moore schools are in the gym and working hard to make this season one to remember. Take a closer look at Moore, Westmoore and Southmoore basketball.

36 | Midwest City Bombers

The boys and girls of Midwest City are poised for great things this season.

VYPE breaks down both teams as they prepare for the new year.

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SPORTS OKC All-VYPE Football 1st Team OFFENSE QB Chandler Garrett – Mustang QB Baehler Buol – Noble QB Brandon George – Jones RB Grant Martin – Harrah RB Kevin Rassett – Western Heights RB Darran Williams – Edmond Santa Fe RB Darrian Moss – Southmoore WR Christian Robinson – Noble WR Zac Kerstetter – Deer Creek WR Rubell Goe – Bishop McGuinness WR Drey Christon – Putnam City WR Ronnie Moore – Destiny Christian OL Logan Roberson – Harrah OL Walker Reed – Norman North OL Jacob Goss – Edmond Santa Fe OL Tyler Banta – Carl Albert OL Luther Harris – Heritage Hall

1st Team DEFENSE

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DL Tramonda Moore – John Marshall DL Joe Winfield – Deer Creek DL Noah Jones – Southmoore DL Austin Williams – Putnam City LB Blake Landon – Deer Creek LB Dimeon Dunlap – Moore LB Alonzo Fuller – Putnam City LB Jaryn Curry – Choctaw DB Calvin Bundage – Edmond Santa Fe DB Darrien Mack – Southmoore DB Evan Fields – Midwest City DB Carter Randolph – Edmond North K Braxton Pickard – Edmond Memorial K Dalton Witherspoon – Moore ATH DeShawn Lookout - Westmoore ATH Terry Wilson – Del City ATH Terrell Love – Heritage Hall ATH Greg McCalister – Millwood

2nd Team OFFENSE QB Clayton Sims – Deer Creek QB Braden Hudson – Putnam City

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SPORTS QB Trey Gooch – Putnam City West RB Quan Hogan – Norman North RB Thomas Spriggs – OKC Patriots RB Caleb Smith – Bethel RB Devonte Lee – John Marshall RB Tevin McDaniel – Heritage Hall WR Sean Shaw – Jones WR Charlie Kolar – Norman North WR Nick Robinson – Putnam City West WR Josh Johnson – Destiny Christian OL Justin Dutton – Guthrie OL Kyle Menge – Yukon OL Ethan Cooksey – Mount St. Mary OL Quintin Washington – Northeast Academy OL Emory Winter – Bishop McGuinness

DB Aliik Sezer – Midwest City DB Clay Morris – Bishop McGuinness DB Cade Mashburn – Norman North DB Kegan Lawon – Blanchard K Parker Noble – Deer Creek K Luke Eisel – Edmond North ATH Patrick McKaufman – Douglass ATH Deonte Defreeze – Norman ATH Zeke Mammen – Edmond Memorial ATH Joseph Lemieux – Christian Heritage

2nd Team DEFENSE DL Xavier Mason – Douglass DL Alex Narvaez – Bishop McGuinness DL Desmond Vick – Westmoore DL Abel Kwendi – Deer Creek LB Tyler Addison – Westmoore LB RJ Goodman – Midwest City LB Tatum Chapman – Christian Heritage LB Cooper Stanley – Yukon

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MR. FOOTBALL FINALIST

We started with 100, now we have whittled down to 10. Shelter Insurance Mr. Football Oklahoma Award will be announced January 4th and here are the ten finalists. Thank you to all who continued to vote for your favorite players.

Mason Fine – QB – Locust Grove Pirates

Matt Harmon – QB – Cashion Wildcats

Fine is the 2014 Mr. Football award winner. This season he broke the all-time passing record of 11,357 yards ending the regular season with 12,403 for his career. Fine won the Oklahoma High School Heisman this year. 2X Gatorade Player of the Year. Led the Pirates to a 12-1 record.

Defense – 63 tackles

Offense – 246-369 for 4,168 yards – 53 TD’s – 4 INT’s – 120 carries 612 yards – 10 TD’s

Logan Roberson – OL – Harrah Panthers

This four-year starter for Harrah High School has committed to play football for the University of Oklahoma next fall. Roberson has recorded 320 pancake blocks in this career averaging 8.0 a game. Roberson is widely considered the best offensive lineman in the state regardless of class.

Helped Harrah to a 7-4 record and a trip to the Class 4A quarterfinals.

Calvin Bundage – DB – Edmond Santa Fe

Possibly the highest recruited player in Oklahoma, Bundage has 70 tackles and 2 sacks on the season from his safety position. Known for his speed and ability to stop the run, Bundage is trying to decide between Arizona, Arizona State, Oklahoma, Oregon and Tennessee. Helped Santa Fe to a 7-5 record and a trip to the Class 6A-II semifinals.

Offense – 309 carries 2,139 yards – 29 touchdowns – 6.9 avg. – 35 rec 476 yards – 5 TD’s – 10 kick returns 346 yards – 1 TD

Defense – 34 tackles – 1 INT – 1 Sack – 3 TFL Led Poteau to a 12-1 record and a trip to the Class 4A state semifinals.

Jamall Shaw – RB – Broken Arrow Tigers Offense – 312 carries 2,013 yards – 27 touchdowns – 6.3 avg. – 28 rec 398 yards – 4 TD’s – 1 2pt conv. – 2 kick returns 42 yards Defense – 1 tackle – 1 INT

Shaw set the single season rushing record for Broken Arrow this year and has helped the Tigers to a district title in Class 6A-I-1. BA finished with a record of 11-2.

Defense – 6 tackles – 6 punts – 46.5 avg.

Hill led the Hornets to a 10-1 record and the Class 6A-II semifinals. Hill has committed to Oklahoma State University.

Offense – 181 carries 1,858 yards – 30 TD’s – 10.3 avg. – 12 rec 103 yards

Cooper Nunley – QB – Jenks Trojans

Jeremy Lewis – RB/DB – Lone Grove Longhorns

Nunley set several records at Jenks this season including the all-time touchdown record (86), all-time passing yards record, all-time leader in wins and led the Trojans to their fourth straight title (3 for Nunley). Ended his career with 22 straight games with a passing TD and five wins over rival Union.

Defense – 10 tackles

Offense – 161-234 for 2,850 yards – 35 TD’s – 5 INT’s – 50 carries 247 yards – 4 TD’s

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Roger Barcheers – RB/LB – Poteau Pirates

Justice Hill – RB – Booker T. Washington

The Boise State commit will play for a state title vs. Heritage Hall on Dec. 13th. Going into the game Lincoln is a perfect 14-0.

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Only a junior, Harmon statistically has a shot at breaking the all-time passing record next season set by Mason Fine this season. Harmon led Cashion to a 12-2 record and a trip to the Class A state finals vs. Stratford on Dec. 12th.

Micah Wilson – QB – Lincoln Christian

Offense – 167-221 for 3,530 yards – 54 TD’s – 1 INT – 44 carries 520 yards – 10 TD’s

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Offense – 253-354 for 3,241 yards – 48 TD’s – 10 INT’s – 91 carries 291 yards – 10 TD’s

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Offense – 221 carries 2,966 yards – 47 TD’s – 14.2 avg. – 8 rec 112 yards – 3 TD’s

Arkansas State commit rushed for 6,917 yards in his career up to the 2015 semifinals game against Heritage Hall. The Longhorns finished with a record of 10-4.

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OKLAHOMA CITY AREA VYPE TOP 100 presented by Shelter Insurance includes fourteen of Oklahoma’s best players from the OKC Area and will compete to earn the title Shelter Insurance Mr. and Miss Basketball Oklahoma.

Follow them @VYPEOK on twitter and keep up with their season at #VYPETop100 Brady Manek Harrah Panthers Jr. 6-9 Small Forward @bradymanek Did you know: Brady is a great student and carries a 4.0 GPA. College: Brady is being recruited by Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Tulsa, Creighton, and more.

Quote: “When I’m not on the court you can find me in front of a TV.”

Carlos Coppage II Harding Charter Prep Eagles Jr. 5-10 Point Guard @lostheshooow Did you know: Carlos wants to coach college basketball after he’s out of school.

College: Carlos is being recruited by SMU, Colgate, Tulsa, and UNC Charlotte.

Quote: “One thing people don’t know about me is that I have to eat cereal before I go to sleep.”

Deshawn McDowell Southeast Spartans Sr. 6-5 Point Guard @yoboysmooth Did you know: Deshawn said the toughest place to play is “nowhere, it’s all easy”.

College: Deshawn is committed to Southern Methodist University.

Quote: “Growing up my favorite player was LeBron James and one day when I’m older I will be playing in the NBA.”

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Areanna Combs Putnam City West Lady Patriots Sr. 5-11 Guard @areannacombs Did you know: Areanna is a great artist and can draw extremely well.

College: Areanna is committed to Oklahoma State University.

Quote: “When I’m not on the court you can find me at home.”

Brooklyn Judkins Bethany Lady Bronchos Sr. 5-9 Guard @brooklynjudkins Did you know: Before every game Brooklyn dances and sings.

College: Brooklyn is being recruited by DI schools such as Cal State Bakersfield and Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.

Quote: “One day when I’m older and out of school I will be on The Bachelor.”

Chinna Fair Midwest City Lady Bombers Sr. 5-10 Combo Guard @_therealchin Did you know: Chinna loves pasta and her favorite thing to eat is spaghetti.

College: Chinna is committed to the University of TexasArlington.

Quote: “When I’m older and out of school, I will be teaching and coaching.”

Elyjah Clark Deer Creek Antlers Sr. 6-2 Combo Guard @elyjah15 Did you know: Before every game Elyjah drinks Gatorade and eats candy.

College: Elyjah is being recruited by Missouri Southern, UCO, OBU, and others.

Quote: “One thing people don’t know about me is I’m from Miami Florida.”

Asia Davis Midwest City Lady Bombers Sr. 5-7 Combo Guard @yungAswizzle Did you know: Asia would like to study Sports Medicine in college.

College: Asia is drawing interest from several schools but is undecided as to where she will attend next year.

Quote: “One thing people don’t know about me is that I hate not being around my parents.”

Cameron Martin Norman North Timberwolves Jr. 6-9 Forward @bigcam30 Did you know: Cameron’s favorite place to play are the courts by his house.

College: Cameron is being recruited by Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Houston, Mercer, and more.

Quote: “When I’m not on the court you can find me in the weight room.”

Curtis Haywood II Mustang Broncos Sr. 6-5 Shooting Guard @sonofadragon Did you know: Curtis would like to study Criminology in college.

College: Curtis is being recruited by Houston, Fresno State, Wichita State, Tulsa, UTEP, and others.

Quote: “My role model is my father and the biggest influence on me is LeBron James.”

Jo’Nah Johnson Edmond Santa Fe Lady Wolves Jr. 5-7 Combo Guard @jonahjohnson14 Did you know: Growing up Jo’Nah’s favorite player was Allen Iverson.

College: Jo’Nah is already being recruited by Duke, Texas A&M, Kansas, Kentucky, and more.

Quote: “One day when I’m older and out of school I plan to become a physical therapist.”

Katie Mayo Newcastle Lady Racers Jr. 6-0 Center @katelyn_ann25 Did you know: Growing up Katie’s favorite player was Whitney Hand.

College: Katie is being recruited by Oklahoma Baptist University, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, and University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma.

Quote: “I love the game and I’ll do anything to be able to play.”

Marquis Johnson Putnam City West Patriots Sr. 5-9 Point Guard @marquiss10 Did you know: Before every game Marquis shoots around in the gym.

College: Marquis is being recruited by UTEP, Sam Houston State, Nebraska, and others.

Quote: “My parents and my coach are my role models and one day when I’m older I want to be a good role model like them.”

Taylor Roberts Classen SAS Lady Comets Jr. 5-11 Combo Guard @tayhoops_0 Did you know: Growing up Taylor’s favorite player was Candace Parker.

College: Taylor is being recruited by Arkansas, Toledo, Tulsa, and UMKC. Quote: “My father Malcolm Roberts is my biggest role model and influence in my life.”

Ana Llanusa Choctaw Lady Yellowjackets Jr. 5-11 Guard @ana_llanusa Did you know: Ana was once a gymnast. And before every game she paints her nails and puts here hair in a bun.

College: Ana is committed to the University of Oklahoma.

Quote: “If I could be anyone for a day, I would be Beyoncé because she is flawless.”

Kellen Manek Harrah Panthers Sr. 6-7 Power Forward @kellenmanek Did you know: Kellen would like to study Physical Therapy in college.

College: Kellen is committed to Oral Roberts University.

Quote: “One thing people don’t know about me is that I like soccer and when I’m not on the floor you can find me on the Xbox.”

Morgan Meacham Heritage Hall Lady Chargers Sr. 5-10 Shooting Guard @m_meach143 Did you know: Morgan would like to study Journalism and Psychology in college while minoring in Photo Journalism.

College: Morgan is committed to Florida Gulf Coast University Quote: “When I’m not on the court you can find me watching Netflix.”

Trae Young Norman North Timberwolves Jr. 6-2 Point Guard @thetraeyoung Did you know: Before every game Trae splashed water in his face to wake up.

College: Trae is being recruited by Kentucky, Duke, Kansas, Arizona, Michigan State, and many more.

Quote: “When I’m not on the court you can find me at the mall.”

Kristian Doolittle Edmomd Memorial Bulldogs Sr. 6-7 Small Foward @kristiandoolittle Did you know: Kristian can play the piano. And he says his brother is his biggest role model.

College: Kristian is committed to the University of Oklahoma.

Quote: “When I’m not on the court you can find me chilling with my friends.”

Sydney Manning Deer Creek Lady Antlers So. 5-8 Guard @sydneymanning34 Did you know: Sydney plays competitive golf.

College: Sydney is being recruited by several local colleges.

Quote: “Before every game I eat skittles and when I’m not on the court you can find me eating popsicles and on the golf course.”

Tre Evans Edmond North Huskies Sr. 6-2 Point Guard @trecarlton5 Did you know: Before every game Tre has to eat candy.

College: Tre is being recruited by Old Dominion, Missouri, Ole Miss, OU, OSU, and others.

Quote: “One day when I’m older I want to be a sports analyst on ESPN.

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VYPE Players to Watch The Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Year Ashley Gomez returns for her senior season with a ton a talent surrounding her. Gomez averaged 16.9 points per game with 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists last season making the senior guard one tough cookie on the court. Gomez is known for her fierce competitiveness, while displaying tremendous sportsmanship.

Isaac Leggins – Putnam City West The other half of a dynamic duo at Putnam City West, Isaac Leggins has come into his own with his play at the forward position. At 6-foot-4 Leggins is athletic enough to move with the ball and battle in the paint.

Leggins will help carry the load for the Patriots as head coach Lenny Bert looks to take this team deep in the state tournament.

Treyvon Hopkins – Carl Albert Only a sophomore Hopkins has shown flashes of brilliance on the 12

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court. He’s an explosive player at 6-foot-2 from the guard position.

Last season he averaged 11.2 points per game and 4.5 rebounds.

For the season he recorded 22 steals on the defensive end of the floor. Hopkins joins fellow sophomore Mason Harrell as a tandem to watch this season.

Myka Mullin – John Marshall A threat for a double-double on any given night, Mullin averaged over 12 points per game and 10 rebounds last season as a sophomore. She also shot 70 percent from the free-throw line and added 4.0 assists per contest.

Mullin is described by coach Ebony Williams as an outstanding basketball player and a person of character. Look for the junior to make noise this season in Class 4A. O.C. Floyd – Jones Last season Floyd was named to the All-Conference team after averaging 10.2 points per game, 3.2 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 2.1 steals. The point guard was next to impossible to slow down once

he turned up the juice. As a senior Floyd is expected to lead this Longhorn basketball team and he’s looking forward to the challenge.

Hannah Chandler – Christian Heritage The senior forward was a spark on both ends of the court for head coach Lisa Littlejim last season.

On the offensive end she averaged 6.1 points per game, while grabbing 3.1 rebounds. Chandler has worked hard in the offseason to reach her full potential on the floor. The combo of Chandler and guard Victoria Frolich could prove difficult for most Class 2A schools to handle.

Tori James – Blanchard Junior guard Tori James returns for Blanchard after a great sophomore campaign that witnessed her average 12.4 points and 3.0 rebounds a game. Head coach Jennifer Schneeberger is excited to see what this group can accomplish. James was an AllConference player last season with teammate and point guard Brittney Garrett.

VYPE Blake Landon Deer Creek High School Senior Blake Landon has certainly left his mark on the Deer Creek football program. Over his career Landon has recorded 630 tackles and 14 sacks with one interception from his linebacker positions. That production helped Landon garner VYPE Top 100 nominations two years in a row.

“Being a part of the Top 100 is a real honor,” said Landon. In his career at Deer

Creek, Landon also found his way to the endzone scoring as a sophomore and a senior from his tight end position. This season he totaled 224 tackles and five sacks. His 224 tackles led all Class 5A players.

In the playoffs Landon helped the Antlers to a, 42-37 win at home over Ardmore setting up a road game versus Skiatook. The Antlers gave the Bulldogs all they could, but in the end fell just short of advancing to

the semifinals.

Landon was a leader on and off the field for Deer Creek and head coach Grant Gower.

“Blake has been a big part of our success here. He showed up for every game and always gave 100%,” said coach Gower.

For his commitment to his team and Deer Creek High School Blake Landon is the Edmond Area Athlete of the Month.

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Edmond Area Notes

What You Need To Know assists and 2.0 steals.

“We have a great senior class that will lead the Lady Bulldogs to success. This years team has really worked hard in the preseason. Paige Serup is an outstanding leader and a four year starter,” said coach Peeler.

Senior guards Sydney Webb, Maddie Huelskamp, Elyse Wyatt and Jazmyne Laskey bring leadership to floor, while senior forward Avery Ogle (5-11) will add height down low.

Deer Creek 2014 NO TITLE DEFENSE FOR DEER CREEK The Lady Antlers are the three-time defending state champions in Class 5A, but making it four in a row will not happen. Deer Creek and head coach Totsy Manning make the jump to Class 6A this season and coach Manning understand what it takes to win in a larger class.

Junior Rebecca Foster (5-7) and sophomore Kendra Levings (5-11) are interchangeable at guard and forward. Freshmen guards Taylor Norman and Erin Erdoes add depth to the roster.

TOP SCORERS RETURN FOR LADY HUSKIES

The schedule never gets any easier in Class 6A, but for the Lady Huskies and head coach Pete Papahronis returning the teams two leading scorers may take some of

“We have a young team that will be taking the court this season. Our players are committed to each other and developing into a complete product with one goal,” said Manning.

Sophomore Sydney Manning was named MVP of the state tournament and newcomer of the year last season thanks to her 12 points per game and her play on both ends of the court. Junior point guard Maddie Rehl and senior guard MK Brinska are valuable assets coach Manning will depend on this season. A few underclassmen could dot the starting lineup, but also look for senior Kelcee Bennett (5-10) to contribute some quality minutes at the post position.

Can the Lady Antlers make the jump and still be state champions? Anything is possible when you have one of the top players in the state and a program with a winning pedigree.

DANDY PEELER & LADY BULLDOGS LOOK TO SENIORS

Edmond Memorial head coach Dandy Peeler enters the 2015/16 season with six seniors on the roster and a renewed excitement for the upcoming season.

Leading the way is point guard Paige Serup (5-6). Last season Serup averaged 13 points per game with 3.8 14

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starters returning including our top two scorers from last year. We should be much a improved team from a season ago,” said Papahronis.

Senior Hayli Hoffman averaged 10.3 points per game, while junior Abby Olsen averaged 11.4 points. The combo will get assistance from Kendall Burdge and fellow senior Elise Dilks at forward.

Emma Ledbetter and Veronica Harjo add depth to the guard and forward positions.

BAGWELL MAKING RETURN FOR SANTA FE

James Bagwell the pressure off.

“We are looking to continue to build and improve.

The team has worked hard in the offseason to prepare for a brutal conference. We have three and a half

Senior James Bagwell will make his return to the court for Santa Fe and head coach Lenny Hatchett this season. Bagwell suffered a knee injury that ended his season a year ago, but after months of rehab, Bagwell is ready to get back on the floor.

“It means everything to be back on the court with such a great group of guys. We’re all excited to build off the momentum we had going last year and make another run at the gold ball,” said Bagwell.

Fully healed from the tibial plateau fracture, Bagwell is ready to help Wolves write a new chapter in Santa Fe history.

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Hayli Hoffman - Edmond North High School Zeke Mammen – Football

Senior Hayli Hoffman Senior Zeke Mammen hasenters been aher final year of high school basketball force for the Edmond Memorial at Northdefense under head coach Pete Bulldog this season.

Through Papahronis.

Hoffman a three-year eight games, Mammen is has already

starter atroughly the post80position gathered tackles, and two has made an impact on the team in all sacks and an interception. Mammen three years of playing on the varsity is on pace to have his best season yet. team.

Last year, Mammen played in seven “Hayli Hoffman was80the second games and racked up tackles, two leading scorer reboundsacks and a pick.and As leading a sophomore, er last year.

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With two gamesscorer left thisand season, he second leading the leadhas rebounder a chance to this set career highs in ing season,” said all three of those categories. In his coach Papahronis. career up to this point,has Mammen The 6-foot forward provenhas amassed roughly 200 tackles, six she can get the job done in the sacks and two interceptions.

The depaint and is athletic enough to step fense has helped the Bulldogs to a out when opposing teams want to4-4 record, a 2-4 ability. start. Now, coach test herafter shooting Hoffman Merideth and Edmond Memorial have recently signed to play at the next a chance to make the playoffs. level with USAO (University of SciMammen hasofhad the chance imence & Arts Oklahoma) into Chickapact OK. the game on offense this year as sha, well.

Inbeen his last two seasons, Mammen “I’ve blessed to receive muldid not record a carry or a catch.

This tiple scholarship offers from many

great colleges, but I have decided season, Mammen has caught four to become a Drover and play at passes for 35 yards. He also hasUSAO,” three said Hoffman. carries for two yards; one of those Hoffman joinsin a talented team at carries resulting a touchdown.

USAO nexthas fall, but before Mammen helped shape she the puts on the green and yellow Hoffman identity of the Bulldog defense. Coach is focusedwants on making this season Merideth his team toabe tough, to remember for the Lady Huskies. and not back down from any oppoHoffman joins seniors Dilks nent.

Mammen has beenElise an injection (5-6) at forward, Kendall Burdge of toughness into this defense. Sure at guardand andassignment Lauren Lanier (5-10) tackling responsibilat center.

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Abby Olsen (5-3)anatattitude gurd, Lauren Mammen brings to the Koenig at small forward, Sam Scheifootball field, and he has helped the ltzach atMemorial forward and Seren Steep Edmond defense show how at center. sophomores tough theyThe really are. For hisare hard Veronica Harjo, Jordin Burbanktowith work, toughness and dedication freshmen Madelyn Hankins and Bulldog football, Zeke Mammen is Kamri Heath. the Edmond Memorial Player of the Month.

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Edmond Memorial Lady Bulldogs Head Coach: Dandy Peeler 2014-15 Record: 18-10 Assistant Coaches: Richard Inga, Rachel Wood OUTLOOK Senior leadership will determine how well this team performs this season. Head coach Dandy Peeler returns several key players with game experience and big play ability.

“We have a great senior class that will lead the Lady Bulldogs to success. This years team has really worked hard in the preseason,” said coach Peeler.

Four-year starter Paige Serup (5-6, Sr.) averaged 13 points, 3.8 assists and 2.0 steals a game last year. Serup will start at point guard, while Sydney Webb (5-6, Sr.) will start at the opposite guard spot.

Maddie Huelskamp (5-7, Sr.) and Elyse Wyatt (5-11, Sr.) are listed as guards, but figure to play more of a small forward role this season. Jazmyne Laskey (5-7, Sr.)

is another senior coach Peeler will use in multiple ways. Avery Ogle (5-11, Sr.) is the sixth man off the bench giving the Lady Bulldogs some height in the paint.

Also look for Kendra Levings (5-11, So.), Rebecca Foster (5-7, Jr.), Taylor Norman (5-6, Fr.) and Erin Erdoes (5-5, Fr.).

Edmond Memorial Bulldogs Head Coach: Shane Cowherd 2014-15 Record: 24-5 Assistant Coaches: Josh Williams, Rick Harris, Logan Thomas OUTLOOK Defense. That’s the best word to describe the Bulldogs this season. Not that they can’t score, they can, but their smothering style on the defensive end will cause all sorts of problems for opponents this season.

“The Dogs look to improve on a state

semifinal appearance of a year ago. This should be a tremendous defensive team and a talented younger class is ready to make their mark,” said coach Cowherd.

Kristian Doolittle (6-8, Sr.) may be the best player in the state. Doolittle has signed his letter of intent to play for the Sooners next season. Last year as a junior he averaged 17 points, 11.8 rebounds and 3.1 assists a game.

Doolittle will get some help from guard Payton Moore (6-2, Sr.). Moore averaged 3.1 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.4 steals a game and should see those numbers increase this season. Travis Glover (60, Sr.) plays big at guard accounting for four points and nearly three steals a game. Junior forward Marlik Depp (6-3) had a great sophomore campaign with 6.1 points and 2.1 rebounds per contest.

Other players to watch include Kamren Evans (5-10, Jr.) and Dylan Dobson (6-4, Sr.).

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Edmond North Basketball Head Coach: Pete Papahronis 2014-15 Record: 4-20 Assistant Coaches: Allison McIntosh, Kaitlyn Morris, Kelsey Swiggart OUTLOOK With three retuning starters and an excellent offseason, the Lady Huskies appear to be on the right path to success.

“We are looking to continue to build and improve. The team has worked hard in the offseason to prepare for a brutal conference. We have three and a half starters returning, including out top two scorers from last year. Should be a much improved team from last year,” said head coach Pete Papahronis.

Abby Olsen (Jr.) returns after averaging 11.4 points a game last year, while fellow guard Hayli Hoffman (Sr.) returns averaging 10.3 points of her own. A pair of seniors help shore up

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the starting lineup. Kendall Burdge and Elise Dilks will start at guard and forward respectively. Junior Emma Ledbetter and Veronica Harjo are expected to contribute as well. Overall the Lady Huskies have a talented roster, but lack some depth on the bench. Look for this team to continue improving as the season moves forward.

Edmond North Huskies Head Coach: Terry Evans 2014-15 Record: N/A Assistant Coaches: Rodney Dindy, Wil Scofield, Branden Mitchell OUTLOOK Entering his first season at Edmond North, head coach Terry Evans left the University of Central Oklahoma to take over the Huskies basketball program and in his words, “earn some respect” for this team and school. Leading the

way is top scorer Marques Wilson (6-4, Jr.) and point guard Tre Evans (6-2, Sr.).

This combo could prove to be one of the best in Class 6A. Wilson averaged 16 points, 5.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists for the Huskies, while Evans knocked down 14 points, 5.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists at Putnam City West last year. Harrison Stoddart (6-7, Jr.) was clutch in the paint averaging 12 points and 5.0 rebounds.

Guard Tyson Anderson (6-1, Sr.) is another shooter averaging 10 points per contest. Also look for Brock Butler (65, Sr.) to play a major role this season.

Other players expected to see time this season include Mason Turner (6-5, Sr.), Anthony Belton (6-0, Jr.) and Will Boyd (6-5, Jr.).

Edmond Santa Fe Basketball Head Coach: Paul Bass 2014-15 Record: 25-3 Assistant Coaches: Mark Moore, Mike Morton, Whitney Jones OUTLOOK The success of the Lady Wolves basketball program over the last decade has been impressive to say the least.

Head coach Paul Bass has led this team to a level of success the program has come to expect each and every year they take the floor. This season is no different.

“We will have the opportunity to play very well as a team, which includes having another great defensive team and our offensive side should be able to score better than last year. We have been to state the last 10 out of 11 years so we plan on going back next year,” said Bass.

This season the Lady Wolves return

with one of the best point guards in Class 6A. Jo’Nah Johnson (5-7, Jr.) averaged 12 points, 4.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals a game last year. Her production will go a long way in determining just how successful the Lady Wolves will be in 2015-16.

“Class 6A is one of the most competitive classes from top to bottom.

We must compete, rebound and defend every game on every possession,” said Hatchett.

Senior guard Conner Johnson (5-8) returns averaging 6.0 points, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals a game. Johnson is joined in the backcourt by guard Tyler Williams (6-1, Sr.). Williams averaged 6.0 points and 2.0 assists as well. Point guard Kristoff Hayden (6-1, Jr.) hit for eight points per contest last year making his the teams leading returning scorer.

Jeremy Mays (6-2, Jr.) and James Bagwell (6-2, Sr.) round out the starting five. Bagwell makes his return to the court after suffering a season ending injury last year. Also look for DeAngelo Adkins (6-4, Jr.), Kellen Rowe (6-4, Jr.), Kamron Sellers (6-3, Jr.), Devon Scott (6-0, Sr.), T. Knight (6-1, So.) and Marcell Morrison (6-0, Sr.) at forward.

Edmond Santa Fe Wolves Head Coach: Lenny Hatchett 2014-15 Record: 22-8 Assistant Coaches: Tommy Griffin, Dan Pendergrass, Matt Groves OUTLOOK Understanding how tough Class 6A is this season is the first step in figuring out how to attack it. Head coach Lenny Hatchett knows very well how tough the schedule is this season, but is excited to put his team on the floor.

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Deer Creek Basketball Head Coach: Totsy Manning 2014-15 Record: 24-5 Assistant Coaches: Jonathan Keathly, Jessica Findley OUTLOOK Head coach Totsy Manning has a young team this year, but returns a few players with solid experience.

“We have a young team that will be taking the court this season. Our players are committed to each other and developing into a complete product with one goal,” said coach Manning.

Last year’s Newcomer of the Year returns as Sydney Manning (5-8, So.) returns to lead the Lady Antlers. Last year she averaged 12 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game.

Point guard Maddie Rehl (5-6, Jr.) and

guard MK Brinska (5-8, Sr.) combined can averaged nearly 10 points and 4.0 rebounds a game. Add Kendall Blackburn (6-0, So.) to the low post and Brynn Mouser (6-0, So.) at guard and you have the makings of a solid squad. Hannah Wade (5-8, Jr.), Lauren Fields (5-8, Fr.) and Kelcee Bennett (510, Sr.) will provide depth on the bench and give coach Manning solid options for a sixth man this season.

Deer Creek Antlers Head Coach: Matt Bailey 2014-15 Record: 19-10 Assistant Coaches: Mike Donnelly, Jason Esau OUTLOOK VYPE Top 100 selectee Elyjah Clark

(6-3, Sr.) is back and ready to get this season started. Clark averaged 15 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists last year and could see those numbers increase in all categories. Forward Noah McGraw (6-3, Sr.) brings his own set of skills to the floor. McGraw averaged 5.0 points and 3.0 rebounds last year and like Clark, should see improvements in his stats. Fellow forward Tanner Rehl (6-2, Sr.) is another senior with excellent size. Rehl is tenacious on both ends of the floor giving the Antlers a player that likes to push the pace. Jonathan Richardson (5-10, Sr.) and Jared Jackson (510, Sr.) give the Antlers an all-senior starting lineup. Depth may become an issue later in the season, but if they stay healthy Deer Creek could be a team to contend with in March.

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Cashion Wildcats Basketball Head Coach: Ronnie Maple 2014-15 Record: 24-5 Assistant Coach: Andrea Taylor Outlook After an All-District and All-Conference performance last season Karson Maple (5-4, Sr.) returns to lead the Lady Wildcats to what many feel could be an outstanding season. Maple averaged 9.1 points, 4.6 assists and 2.1 rebounds per contest last year. The leading scorer also returns for another run as Presley Payahsape (5-10, So.) brings her 10.4 points and 6.2 rebounds to the floor. The combo create all sorts of problems for opponents as they try and figure out which one they should stop. Guard Brenna Jenkins (5-5, Jr.) contributed 6.1 points, 4.6 assists and 5.1 rebounds a game last season. Solid production from another player head coach Ronnie Maple will use to force the action and play an up-tempo style this season.

“We return a bunch of girls off a state quarterfinals team who are looking to compete for a state championship,” said coach Maple.

Rylee Broadbent (5-10, Jr.) get the nod at forward where her 3.1 rebounds will play huge for the Lady Wildcats. Two more sophomores figure into the rotation as Talli Robison (5-6) and Lexy Maroney (57) combine average nearly nine points and over 5.0 rebounds a game. Also look for fellow sophomore Haley Pickle (5-6) to add depth at the guard position and gain more experience with each contest.

Freshmen players Macy McClendon (6-1), Tatum Robertson (6-0) and Taylor Cable (5-8) will bring much value to the team as they get more varsity experience under their belts.

Cashion Wildcats Head Coach: John Hardaway 2014-15 Record: 15-11 Assistant Coach: Tony Wood Outlook Head coach John Hardaway enters his fourth season with as much excitement as his first. Returning VYPE Top 100 player Vaughn Raney (6-2, Sr.) returns after averaging 20.3 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists a game last year giving the Wildcats one of the top players in the state.

“We have a lot of experience returning from last year including three starters and several other players that played a ton off the bench,” said coach Hardaway.

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Raney is joined in the backcourt by Luke Jenkins (6-0, Sr.) at guard. The two-year starter averaged 4.3 points, 1.5 assists and 1.5 steals a game. Forward Braden Schenk (6-6, Sr.) may be known for his great defensive play, but his offensive production has the fans excited to see what he can do this season.

Schenk averaged 6.5 points, 6.7 rebounds and 3.8 blocks last year. He was named All-Conference Honorable Mention last year. Ryan Harrel (6-1, Sr.) did not play last season and coach Hardaway is excited to see what he can do in his final season. “Harrel is very athletic and a hard worker who is tough on the boards and on defense. Ryan playing again is very big for us,” said Hardaway. Sophomore Seth Brown (6-0) was the 6th man last year, but has the ability and experience to crack the starting lineup. Other players to look for include McCaleb Stewart (6-0, Jr.), Symon Branson (6-3, So.), Trae Cochran (6-2, Jr.), Jack Suntken (6-0, Jr.), Caleb Smith (6-0, Jr.) and Parker Payahsape (6-0, Jr.).

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VYPE Heritage Basketball Head Coach: Leslie Warner 2014-15 Record: 20-7 Assistant Coaches: Courtney Ellingson, Gerrell Thomas OUTLOOK Leading scorer and Florida Gulf Coast University commit Morgan Meacham (5-11, Sr.) returns as the Lady Chargers leading scorer. Meacham averaged 15.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 4.1 steals last year in her junior campaign.

“We return our leading scorer last year with Morgan Meacham and our leading rebounder with Abbie Winchester. Kennedy Gillette was a great do-it-all player for us as well.

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players into the mix that are very basketball minded and talented. The girls work hard and have great attitudes. We plan to take it one game at a time,” said head coach Leslie Warner.

Gillette (5-11, Jr.) averaged 10.8 points and 4.9 rebounds a game last year. She also contributed 2.3 steals and 2.3 assists. Tayler Stanley (6-0, Jr.) and Hannah Stanley (5-5, Fr.) join the squad and have an excellent shot at cracking the starting lineup. Abbie Winchester (6-2, Jr.) will start at forward giving the Lady Chargers two players at 6-foot or more in the paint. Winchester averaged 13.1 points, 10.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. Other players to watch include seniors Alissa Patel (5-5) and Elise Stephenson (5-5) with sophomores Lilly Hansing (5-6), LAila Rahmanzadeh (5-5) and Sydney Fikes (5-7).

Heritage Hall Chargers Head Coach: Chris Hamilton 2014-15 Record: 22-6 Assistant Coaches: Dylan Sullivan, Eric Gill, Daniel Garrett OUTLOOK The defending state champs come into the season knowing opponents will look to make a statement against them, but head coach Chris Hamilton has the Chargers prepared to take everyone’s best shot.

“This time we are playing with a target on our backs,” said coach Hamilton.

State finals MVP Calon Woodson (6-3, Sr.) returns after averaging 7.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists from his guard spot. Leading scorer Sayvon Milton (63, Jr.) averaged 14.8 points a game last

season as a sophomore. He also grabbed 7.1 rebounds a game. The pair create matchup problems for smaller guards and their athleticism allow them to get to the basket.

Sophomore Jon Matthews (5-7) comes in after a great freshman season and could be the spark at the point the Chargers need this season. Senior power forward Lamar Batista (6-5) joins Tevin McDaniel (6-0) as two enforcers inside and two players that can grab rebounds. The pair combine averaged 12 rebounds a game. Les Thomas (6-4, Jr.) and Tank Love (5-9, Sr.) come off the bench giving the Chargers two talented players that have solid experience. Also look for Cole McDaniel (6-1, Sr.), Roman Phansalker (6-1, Jr.) and Rayjon Davis (6-0, Jr.) to contribute to the overall success of the team this season.

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Norman North Athlete of the Month Cameron Hardesty Norman North High School Senior quarterback Cameron Hardesty led the Timberwolves to a 7-4 record and a trip to the playoffs this season. His efforts on the gridiron have garnered the honor of being named the Norman North Athlete of the Month.

This season Hardesty was stellar in the passing game completing 162 of 292 attempts for 2,617 yards and 23 touchdowns. But it wasn’t just through the air where Hardesty made an impact. On the ground he rushed for 373 yards on 76 attempts and added two touchdowns to his overall total.

“Cam did a great job of operating our offense the way we ask the quarterback to do so. He had a great understanding of our game plan each week and really knew what we were

trying to accomplish. He was very accurate with the ball and distributed it around to all the different weapons that we had on offense. His ability to do that and to manage the reads in our run game as well allowed us to attack in many different ways,” said coach Brett Barnes.

That ability to make reads and good decisions with the ball made Hardesty one of the top quarterbacks in Class 6A this season.

The leadership showed by Hardesty was huge for Norman North this season and his teammates recognized what it would mean to the team this season by voting him as a captain when the season started.

“Cam was voted a captain by his teammates because he is a great leader. He was extremely committed to the team. No one outworked Cam

in all his time here in our program, which explains his tremendous growth leading into his senior year and throughout the season. Being the quarterback of an offense that led 6A-1 in passing says a lot about his performance and abilities at that position,” said coach Barnes.

This spring he will graduate from Norman North, but his legacy in the football program will carry on as the underclassmen look to reach the bar set high by Cameron Hardesty.

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Norman Lady Tigers Head Coach: Michael Neal 2014-15 Record: 3-21 Assistant Coaches: Frankie Parks, Carolyn Baker, Morgan Hook Outlook Head coach Michael Neal started the season off with a bang when he and his wife added a new member to their family. It will be a few years before she is ready to take the court, but Shelby Thraikill is ready now after last season when she averaged 10.3 points and 2.0 rebounds a game. Darieana Hunter averaged 7.8 points and 7.9 rebounds giving coach Neal a solid one-two punch. Tanesha Lewis and Brennan Hockett are effective on both ends of the floor, while Jandra Levi brings 2.1 points and 1.8 rebounds each night. Bethany Franks is back after an injury last year and coach Neal expects her to make an immediate impact. Also look for freshmen Turner Mattingly, Christina Shadid and Skye Watts.

Norman Tigers Head Coach: Matt Thornton 2014-15 Record: 6-18 Assistant Coaches: Billy Barnard, Hal Gullick, Ryan Kloesel, Quinton Henderson Outlook The Tigers are moving in the right direction and with three returning starters from last season, experience may not be as much of an issue. Jordan

Nicks (6-0, Sr.) is the leading point scorer averaging 5.3 points and 1.3 rebounds a game. Tyson Cooper (6-0, Sr.) plays guard with Nicks and averaged 4.9 points last season. Forward Keyonte Johnson (6-5, Jr.) will play a large role in the paint where his 3.6 rebounds per game will help this team on both ends of the floor. Pearson Henson (6-1, Jr.) and Dionta Defreeze (5-10, Jr.) round out what could be the starting five. Also look for sophomores Jake Ogle (6-5), DQ Franklin (6-3) and Kolby Gipson (6-2) to become factors off the bench.

Norman North Lady Timberwolves Head Coach: Rory Hamilton 2014-15 Record: 17-9 Assistant Coaches: Al Beal, Carol Testa, Wes Moore Outlook Three seniors return for the Lady Timberwolves, which means younger player will play a major role in the teams overall success this season. Senior post player Alexa Scott (6-0) leads the way with 9.3 points and 9.8 rebounds a game. The double-double threat has verbally committed to Oral Roberts University in Tulsa. Fellow post player Daisha Reece (5-9, Sr.) and guard Kenna Sturgell (5-8, Jr.) are two solid players with tremendous potential. Sturgell averaged 9.5 points and 4.4 rebounds last year, but will not return to action until mid-January due to an ACL injury. Also look for Taylor Landreth (5-4, Jr.) and

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Crymson Rose (5-6, Jr.) to see significant minutes on the court. Rose, an excellent shooter, is dangerous from anywhere on the court. Other players to watch include Demetria Affleje (5-6, Jr.), Lindsey Waters (57, So.), Lilith Brewster (5-8, Jr.), Kenzie English (5-6, Jr.) and Kiana Humphrey (6-1, Sr.).

Norman North Timberwolves Head Coach: Bryan Merritt 2014-15 Record: 21-6 Assistant Coaches: Jake Rudd, Gary Williams, Joe Lawson Outlook The landscape of the team may be different to start the season, but hopes are still high for this talented bunch. Trae Young (6-2, Jr.) is back to lead the Timberwolves after averaging 24 points and 3.5 rebounds a game last year. Guard Marcus Dickinson Jr. (6-1, Sr.) joins Young in the backcourt. Dickinson averaged 18.4 points and 4.0 rebounds giving Norman North one of the best (if not the best) guard combos in the state. Winston Nelson (6-6, Jr.) will start at forward, while Cameron Martin (6-8, Jr.) will patrol the paint. Martin averaged 16 points and 8.0 rebounds last year. Others to watch include Quan Hogan (6-2, Sr.), T.J. Brown (6-2, Sr.), Charlie Kolar (6-6, Jr.), Jalen Crutchfield (6-3, So.) and Jon Roberts (6-1, Sr.).

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Alexa Scott Norman North How long have you been involved with FCA? I have been involved in FCA since my freshman year of high school. They had it when I was in the 8th grade at my middle school but I took a zero hour so I couldn't go so I started my freshman year.

Who influenced you to join?

Both of my older sisters went when they were in high school so I really looked forward to it. A bunch of my friends went to Wednesday night church then FCA right after every week.

How has FCA made an impact in your life on and off the field?

FCA has impacted my life for the better. It's kept me grounded on and off the court. When things get overwhelming for me in both basketball and life in general, coming together with my friends talking about Jesus helps remind me that there's so much more to life than what I am worried about.Â

How have your beliefs helped you as an athlete?

My beliefs have helped me as an athlete because I try to always do the right thing in whatever I do, on and off the court. Of course I am a competitor, but I always try to honor God in whatever I do. What is your favorite Bible verse and why?

My favorite verse is 2 Corinthians 5:7 "For we walk by faith, not by sight" because when things get hard in life, the Lord is the only person who can guide us. Putting your trust in him in everything makes life and sports so much easier.

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Winston Nelson Norman North High School Head coach Bryan Merritt has a great team at Norman North and is turning the school into a true basketball program. One player helping lead the way is junior forward Winston Nelson.

Nelson is one of the starters on the team this season that features some tremendous talent, but few can equal Nelson in the classroom.

“My favorite subject in school is

probably History, but I’m currently in three AP classes as a junior and took four AP classes in each of my previous two years in high school,” said Nelson.

Bringing such a cerebral approach to the game of basketball is just one aspect of Nelson’s game that coach Merritt appreciates about Nelson. He also averages 5.0 points and nearly 4.0 rebounds a game.

Off the court Nelson is involved in a program called SPUD, Students Performing Unselfish Deeds.

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“I’m the head of SPUD at Norman North. It’s our philanthropy week where clubs volunteer for organizations around the community,” said Nelson.

Only a junior, Nelson is making plans for college and is looking forward to pursuing a degree and playing basketball.

“I would like to study Economics and Marketing in college and play basketball,” said Nelson. Both are goals that Nelson will surely reach.

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Moore Area Basketball Moore Lady Lions Head Coach: Brent Hodges – Assistant Coaches: Cristie Oliver, Pam Swanson – 2014-15 Record: 6-18 OUTLOOK After a great summer of work the Lady Lions are back and ready to take on the new season. Tamera Shaver (5-9, Sr.) and Shala Robinson (6-0, Jr.) will lead this team as the tandem will account for more than 23 points and 11 rebounds a game combined.

Alysha Michaelson (6-0, Sr.) is another player expected to have a solid year at forward. Also look for Mikayla Arnold (5-9, Jr.), Gabby Guzman (5-5, So.), Kaylea Massey (5-7, Sr.), Morgan Cooper (5-9, So.), Fortuneit Traylor (511, Jr.), Brittany Walker (6-0, Sr.) and Katelyn Martin (5-4, So.).

“We had a great summer and had some success, we are looking to take that into the season and have some success. The kids are excited and working hard, so are the coaches. Our program feels like we have something to prove and they are working towards that daily,” said coach Hodges.

the terrific trio is Kaci Richardson (5-11, Sr.) who averaged 9.2 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.0 steals. Sophomore Jessi Murcer (5-7) averaged 17.6 points and 3.6 rebounds a game as a freshman.

Other players to watch include Jayci Stonebraker (5-10, So.), Whitney Outon (6-0, So.), Jocelyn Smith (5-8, Fr.), Kristen Murcer (5-5, Fr.), Karly Cole (5-9, Sr.) and Alicia Mahan (5-6, Sr.).

Westmoore Jaguars Head Coach: Scott Hodges – Assistant Coaches: Chase Carder, Cody Scott, Jason Tompkins, Tony Taylor – 201415 Record: 9-14 OUTLOOK With a “team first” attitude at Westmoore, head coach Scott Hodges is excited to see what they can accomplish. Senior Dakota Foster (6-4) starts at guard averaging 10.7 points per game. Junior Kody Gilliland (6-1) averaged 9.5 points as a sophomore last year, while point guard Will Graham (5-9, So.) comes in after sitting out his freshman season. Damoriea Vick (So.) is a long guard at 6-foot-4 and can create matchup problems for opponents. Junior Trey Palmer (6-3) averaged 7.8 points a game last season. Both players have big play potential. Also look for James Palmer (6-3, So.) at forward, Chase Collins (5-9, Sr.) at guard and Braxton Mwok (6-4, Sr.) at forward.

The Lady Sabercats may experience a few growing pains this season, but it’s nothing the team and head coach Britney Kannady-Sayes can’t handle.

Jamia Sheppard (5-9, Sr.) returns averaging 9.1 points, 4.7 assists and 1.4 steals per contest. Her leadership is crucial this season as younger players like Nikale Maciel (5-5, So.) and Erin Bean (6-1, Fr.) take the floor this season. Junior forward Alexis Young (6-0) figures heavy into the overall scheme, while senior Sarah Starwalt (5-6) will see an increase in minutes as well. Jennifer Starwalt (5-8, Jr.) will get the nod at forward this season.

“We are very young and may go through some growing pains at first, but with a little hard work this year’s team has potential to surprise some people,” said coach Kannady-Sayes.

Southmoore Sabercats Head Coach: James Lingo – Assistant Coaches: Kely Walk, Brady Dukes – 2014-15 Record: 12-14

OUTLOOK Graduation has taken its toll on the Sabercats, but head coach James Lingo in optimistic the Westmoore Lady Jaguars players that are on the roster Head Coach: Andrea Guziec – are talented enough to turn in an Assistant Coaches: Jeff Blough, outstanding performance each Karen Donaldson, Markus night and give themselves a shot Crandall, Victoria Gonzalez – making this a memorable season.

2014-14 Record: 22-5 Dayne Taylor (6-4, Jr.) returns as the teams leader averaging OUTLOOK 7.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.0 Several keys players are back blocked shots a game. He’s joined for head coach Andrea Guziec by an athletic group of players that Southmoore Lady Sabercats including point guard Sydney includes Tinsley Payne, Quian Head Coach: Britney Chastain (5-7, Sr.). Chastain Williams, Dunya Rice, Tye Blaine, averaged 9.6 points, 3.4 rebounds Kannady-Sayes – Assistant and 5.9 assists per game last year. Coaches: Larry Littlejohn, Holly Jifo Aramissah and Raequan Hackett, Amanda Everett – 2014- Wicks.

Ashley Gomez (5-9, Sr.) returns 15 Record: 22-7 as well averaging 16.9 points, 4.6 OUTLOOK rebounds and 1.3 steals. Adding to 28

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Junior football player Dimeon Dunlap is the Moore Area Athlete of the Month.

He’s phenomenal. He pursues the ball instinctively and with a passion that is very rare in high school football. He pushes This season the former everyone around us and is running back made the full the emotional leader for our transition to the defensive side of the ball and that move proved program. I’m not sure that I expected as much production to be the best thing for Dunlap.

This season Dunlap recorded an as he ended up with, but I can’t say I’m surprised either,” coach amazing 162 tackles to lead all Hix continued. “We thought he Class 6A players. had a chance to be really good, Dunlap understands the but you never know for sure importance and meaning of when a guy hasn’t had a lot of playing on a team. He also varsity reps. I think his senior knows that without their work year will be even better. He’s ethic and support he wouldn’t be one of the states leading tacklers.

Dunlap is excited for his senior season next year and has hopes of playing football in college.

With his abilities on display every Friday night, there is a good chance he will get that shot. Moore head coach Paul Hix is excited to see what he can do as a senior.

“Dimeon was the backbone of our defensive unit. He has always been a linebacker but we did use him at tailback last year when we had some injuries.

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putting himself in position to be recruited at the D-1 level and if he makes the same types of gain in the off-season as he did last year he will certainly be one of the premier linebackers in the state.”

OC basketball looks to contend in Heartland Conference, Division II land Conference’s best center, junior John Moon of Crescent, who was a second-team All-Heartland selection after finishing in the top five in the league last season in scoring (fourth with 17.8 points per game), rebounding (third with 7.7 per game), blocked shots (second with 2.0 per game), field-goal percentage (second at 61.6 percent) and minutes played (second with 33.0 per game).

John Moon With most of their top players returning, Oklahoma Christian’s basketball teams are looking for big seasons in 2015-16 as they make their full-time debut in NCAA Division II. OC’s men went 6-20 last season for veteran coach Dan Hays – who’s entering his 33rd season with the Eagles – but have four starters back and three others who likely would have started if not for injury and administrative issues.

Leading the way will be the Heart-

Moon will enter the season opener on Nov. 13 against Texas A&M-Commerce with a streak of recording at least one blocked shot in 25 straight games.

The Eagles should have another frontline force in 6-foot-8 senior Chiza Ntirata, who will play his final collegiate season at OC after transferring from Clarendon (Texas) College.

The Eagles’ starting backcourt – junior wing Jordan Rutherford and sophomore guards Jordan Box (10.7 ppg) and Elijah Strickland return, along with two other guards making their return from injury, sophomores Zach Norris and Deric Shelton. Another sophomore wing, Cameron Peters, showed flashes of promise last season, too.

McKenzie Stanford The Lady Eagles, coming off a 12-14 season for coach Stephanie Findley – entering her 31st season – will be led by junior forward McKenzie Stanford of Perkins. The second-team All-Heartland pick averaged 16.6 points and 6.2 rebounds per game last season, then joined the OC track and field team and tied the school high jump record with a leap of 5 feet, 8 inches, earning Division II All-South Central Region honors in the process.

OC will have depth and experience all over the court. Senior guard Sydney Hill, who received honorable mention on the All-Heartland list after averaging 12.0 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.1 steals per game, leads a veteran guard crew and the Lady Eagles should be bolstered inside by a pair of junior-college transfers, Hannah Holasek and Sarah Parker.

At season’s end, both teams figure to be in the mix to make the eight-team Heartland postseason tournament, which will be played in Tulsa at Union High School.

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Mustang head coach Terry Long enters the new season with a talented roster led by Curtis Haywood and Jakolby Long. We spent a few minutes catching up with coach Long and discussed the team, his influences on and off the court and his approach to the game.

VYPE: Coach as the season gets underway, what do you look forward to the most?

Long: The game, I love the atmosphere the anticipation and competition of great teams.

VYPE: Tell us who in your coaching career

has influenced you on and off the court?

Long: Every coach that I had the privilege to play for and coach with. I've learned so much from each one of them. From my first coach in middle school coach Smith, my high school coaches Willie Kelley, Marvin Mack and Phil Ingersoll.

My college coaches Riley Wallace and George Hauser.

Then all the staffs that I've worked with including Willie Kelley, Walt Brewer, Patrick Cudjoe, Kevin Jones, Gary Jones Jr, Gerrell Thomas, Lance Cudjoe, Randy Ponder, Adam Liberty, Curtis Haywood and Kendrick Jackson. My bosses: Billy Hurte, Chuck Bailey and definitely all of the players I coached. Everyone listed have influenced me as a coach and definitely as a person.

players are and focus on them before the big game?

Long: Definitely not breaking down film and scouting every opponent. That's why I feel honored to have the staffs that I've had over my coach career. We focus on the total team with an emphasis on the effective players.

VYPE: What’s one rule in high school basketball that needs to be reviewed and possibly changed?

Long: Shot clock. The point of emphasis this year: NO TOUCH ANYWHERE! VYPE: What does this Mustang team need to do to put together a great season and make a real push for a title?

Long: Play Mustang basketball! Starts with humility. Find their lane and "run!”

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Head Coach: Eric Sailer 2014-15 Record: 13-11 Assistant Coaches: Keith Cole, Kwauntu Cammon, Rachel Allred OUTLOOK Head coach Eric Sailer will field a young squad this season, but he has hopes that they can mature and come together as the season moves forward. Senior guard Shariah Anderson (5-9) returns averaging 6.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.5 steals a game. Anderson brings leadership and experience to the floor for coach Sailer. Something this team will need early on. Sophomore guard Ashlyn Basler (5-9) averaged 7.0 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals as a freshman and has the potential to become the teams go-to player. Becka Cammon (5-9, So.) is another young player with tremendous potential.

Cammon averaged 4.0 points and 3.0 rebounds last season and is expected to see those numbers climb. Jules

Martin (5-9, So.) brings her 4.5 points and 3.0 boards to the floor giving coach Sailer another scoring option. Senior Megan Sailer (6-1) will start at forward giving the Millerettes a presence in the paint. Sailer accounted for 2.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks last year.

“Every year has its challenges, this year we are excited about the task at hand. We will have a very young team that is willing to practice hard and give max effort at all times. This is exciting to be able to coach these girls. We may take some lumps, but with their attitudes and work ethic we will bounce right back ready for the next obstacle. I am proud of my girls and who they have become. This will be a great year to be a Millerette,” said coach Sailer.

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Yukon Millers Head Coach: Scott Raper 2014-15 Record: N/A

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OUTLOOK On paper the Millers appear to be a team with many positives including returning several key players from last years squad.

But head coach Scott Raper will tell you this team has talent, but there is a learning curve they will experience early in the season.

“We will have a lot to build off of because we return four major minutes players, but will start off with a learning curve due to youth on our bench,” said coach Raper.

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Drake Landeros (6-5, Sr.) has the talent to be a double-double guy. He averaged 10 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists last season. Landeros is joined in the backcourt by Jordan Williams (6-2, Jr.) who also averaged 10 points and 3.0 rebounds per contest. The tandem will create problems for smaller guards in the class. Throw in Vernon Turner (6-2, Jr.) and you have a group of players that can shoot and play lockdown defense. Turner averaged 5.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 steal per game last year. Senior Jeremiah Gibson (6-1) could lead this team in scoring this year.

As a junior he averaged 15 points and 2.0 rebounds. Forward/center Daunte McGee (6-4, Jr.) will use his size and athleticism to dominate the paint, while freshman phenom Rickey Jones (59) will come off the bench giving the Millers an extra spark on the offensive end of the court. Other players to look for include Sam O’Bannon (6-2, Sr.) at forward, Tallyn Brazell (6-3, Jr.) at forward, Christian Barnes (6-1, Jr.) at guard and Cole Bailey (6-2, Sr.) at guard.

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John Marshall Basketball John Marshall Lady Bears Head Coach: Ebony Williams 2014-15 Record: 12-12 Assistant Coaches: Rashawn Woods, Johnny Hargis OUTLOOK Head coach Ebony Williams enters the 2015-16 season with the hopes of turning the Lady Bears into one of the powerhouse teams in Class 4A. “Victory always starts in the head. It’s a state of mind. Then spreads with such affirmations that destiny can do nothing buy obey,” said coach Williams.

Leading the way is All-Conference, AllDistrict combo guard Marshay Walker (5-8, Jr.). Walker can average nearly 20 points a game, 8.0 rebounds, 4.0 steals and 5.0 assists per game, while hitting 75% from the charity line. Myka Mullin (5-9, Jr.) is talented enough to play forward or guard averaging over

12 points and 10 rebounds a game.

The double-double threat will find help in the paint as Jocilynn Manous (5-11, Sr.) brings solid experience to the floor. Manous averaged 10 points and 7.0 rebounds per contest last year. Rounding out the starting five is sophomore guard Lovely Spencer (52). Spencer hustles on both ends of the court accounting for 12 points and 7.0 steals a game. The starting five for the Lady Bears has the talent to be great and if coach Williams can get the girls believing they can be an opponent no one wants to face.

John Marshall Bears Head Coach: Patrick Cudjoe 2014-15 Record: N/A Assistant Coaches: Anthony Gardner, Jody Carruthers, Demetrius Aimes

OUTLOOK Entering his first season as the head coach of the Bears, Patrick Cudjoe is excited to see what they can produce under his new system. Senior guard Carvelle Smith (5-11, Sr.) leads a talented backcourt that features DeAndre Knight (5-11, Jr.) and Jamar Covington (5-11, Sr.). The trio of players gives the Bears athleticism at the guard position that other opponents will have trouble matching. Throw in their ability to play a smothering style of defense and you have the makings of one great unit. Mekail Hall (6-3, Jr.) and Maleke Hall (6-3, Sr.) will patrol the paint using their length and power to control the boards and score down low.

Other players to look for this season include Elisha Lewis (6-2, Sr.), Ruben Carter (6-0, Sr.), Marc Edwards (6-4, Fr.), Quavion Lurks (5-11, Fr.) and Josh Simmons (6-0, So.).

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Del City Basketball

Head Coach: Karri Sears 2014-15 Record: 7-16 Assistant Coaches: Courtney Markes, Greg Rideau, Taylor Geddis OUTLOOK “Rise and grind!” Head coach Karris Sears said that’s the motto for this season.

“We are going to get back to the state tournament. My seniors have been there two years and have their sights on a third trip and state contention this season.”

Junior forward Ossyana Ozoani (6-0) averaged 14 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.0 steals a game last season. Her production in the paint is crucial for the

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Lady Eagles this season. Breail Goodlow (6-0, Sr.) joins Ozoani in the paint, but has the athleticism to step out and play guard.

Last season Goodlow averaged 9.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.0 steals a game. Tremendous production from a combo-position player. Point guard Jakira Wilson (5-7, Jr.) is quick with the ball, makes smooth passes and has a nice shot from the perimeter.

Wilson knocked down 7.0 points, grabbed 2.0 rebounds and accounted for 4.0 assists per contest as a sophomore.

Speaking of sophomores, Laderia Lorne (5-6, So.) cracks the starting lineup this season at guard. Lorne is a solid

6.0 points, 2.0 assists and 2.0 steals a game. Aubrianna Freeman (5-5, So.) is another guard with excellent skills handling the ball. Freeman’s play could shore up the backcourt for coach Sears and give the Lady Eagles one of the top units in Class 5A. Nadia Davis (5-10, Sr.) and Sidney Dennis (6-1, Jr.) are two post players that not only have experience on the floor bringing size and athleticism off the bench. The confidence level at Del City is high and the team is coming together nicely. Look for the Lady Eagles to climb the ladder of success and win their way into post season play.

Midwest City Basketball

Midwest City Lady Bombers Head Coach: Katie Tompson 2014-15 Record: 22-6 Assistant Coaches: Jennifer Douglas, Fanee Webster, Shilliale Jones Outlook The motto for the season is #WorkHarderThan31. “Every day our focus is to work harder than the other 31 teams in Class 6A,” said head coach Katie Thompson.

Chinna Fair (5-9, Sr.) shot 42% from the field and averaged 10 points and 4.0 steals a game. Fair can get it done on both ends of the floor, but has help from point guard Asia Davis (5-7, Sr.).

Davis accounted for 14 points a game last year shooting 41% from the field and 33% from three-point land. The pair could be the best combo in Class 6A. Brooklyn Reeves (5-9, Sr.) brings experience to the floor with Ireon Smith (6-0, Sr.) starting at the post. These

four seniors will lead a group of talented players as coach Tompson works to build depth on the bench. Class 6A is loaded with great teams this season, but the Midwest City girls have a shot at doing something great if they continue to outwork their opponents and bring that desire for success to the floor every night.

along with newcomer Keyshawn Embrey,” said head coach Dewayne Bradley.

Keyshawn Embry (6-3, So.) will join senior Richard Anderson (6-3) at guard.

Anderson averaged 16 points a game and recorded 70 assists last season.

Jalen Redmond (6-4, So.) is a stat machine averaging 13 points and 7.2 rebounds per contest. Both Embrey and Redmond are two of the top sophomores in the state. Marquis Smith (5-9, So.) and DJ Walker (6-2, So.) are two more experienced sophomores that figure heavy into the overall scheme this year. Josh Rivers (5-9, So.), Juwan Walker (5-9, So.) and freshman JD Ray (6-0) give the team solid depth at the guard spot. One player expected to have a solid year is senior Brendan Brown (6-4, Sr.). Last year Brown went for 11.3 points a game giving the Bombers another scoring threat on the floor.

Midwest City Bombers Head Coach: Dewayne Bradley 2014-15 Record: 17-10 Assistant Coaches: Scott Bradley, Donald Butler Outlook Winning 17 games last year has this team believing they can make another run at the gold ball in 2015-16.

“We won 17 games and lost in the area finals starting three freshmen and a junior that are back We are still very young but have a years experience

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Carl Albert Basketball Carl Albert Titans Head Coach: Jay Price 2014-15 Record: 25-4 Assistant Coaches: Eddie Harrell, Cameron Couch, Jordan Price, Justin Mitchell Outlook Graduation may have hit the Titans hard this year, but head coach Jay Price is confident they have the pieces to make this season another successful one.

“While returning only two starters, we feel like we have a good group of young players that can fill in. We will miss our graduated senior class for

sure, but hope to put ourselves in a position to be competitive and return to the state tournament.

We won’t have the size we had last year but may be better overall at the guard position by the time playoffs roll around,” said coach Price.

Returning guard Mason Harrell (58, So.) averaged 12.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and grabbed 44 steals last year. Harrell’s production coupled with sophomore Treyvon Hopkins (6-2) play inside should give the Titans a solid inside-outside

combo. Hopkins averaged 11.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.0 assist and nabbed 22 steals of his own. Bryce Mooreland (5-9, So.) will see an increase in minutes this year and his stats should rise along with forward Nathan Cook (6-4, Jr.). Cook will play forward/post where his size will help the Titans crash the boards. Quavon Pearson (6-0, Sr.), Jaedon Pool and Nate McTernan give the Titans solid depth on the bench.

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