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Athlete of the Month Bank SNB has teamed up to grant a $1,000 Scholarship to be presented in the June issue of VYPE. Here is how it will work: • Each month, VYPE will take nominations for an Athlete of the Month and a boy or girl will be elected the Bank SNB Athlete of the Month. This will be a chance for boys and girls of all sports to be recognized for their performances. • Nominees can be mailed to Oklahoma@VYPE. com. Give the nominee’s name, school, sport and reasons you believe the athlete should be awarded the scholarship. • The nominees will need to be seniors this season but keep in mind that their accomplishments as juniors will be taken into consideration as well. • Each monthly recipient will be a candidate for the scholarship that will be awarded in June. • All sports will be eligible to have a nomination. • The male and female athletes who are chosen each month will have a pictured bio, highlighting their accomplishments, placed on this page. Nominees will be profiled in VYPE magazine, but it is not necessary to be profiled in order to win the scholarship.

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Bank SNB Scholar Athlete of the Month Caitlin Turner Chickasha High School Chickasha Cheerleader Caitlin Turner is an extremely active student athlete. Turner is a member of the student council at Chickasha High School but her list of activities doesn’t stop there. Caitlin is also involved in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the First Baptist Church youth group and the local food pantry. A standout in the classroom as well Turner carries a 3.87 grade point average. Turner also takes several Advanced Placement classes including AP English, Honors World History and Honors Chemistry. Turner added that her favorite class is U.S. History and Government or anything that Mr. Widener teaches. After high school Turner said she plans on attending Southwestern Oklahoma State and joining the cheer team while working for a degree in nursing. After that Turner said she would love to help as many people as she can by spreading the word of Christ through them and eventually get married and have a family. For her efforts as an all around outstanding student-athlete Caitlin Turner is the Bank SNB Athlete of the Month.

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6 | All-VYPE The fastpitch softball, volleyball and cross country teams are announced in this issue.

From the cross country trails to the marching band, Mason and Mattie Bivens are making the most of their opportunities.

7 | Lawton Area Athletes Q&A 44 | Ardmore Football Athletes from Lawton area schools weigh in on their teams, schools and current events.

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Samuel Ruhl and O.J. Walker discuss the state of Ardmore football and why this team has something special this season.

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Oklahoma VYPE talks all things football with Lawton Ike’s Bentley Bross and Lawton Mac’s Jacques Henderson

VYPE: What makes playing football at your school special? Bross: Getting to play with my brothers that I’ve been playing with for a long time. Henderson: Being able to play for the tradition the program holds.

VYPE: Is their one player college or pro that you model your game after? If so who is it? Bross: This one is just too hard for me to answer. Henderson: No.

VYPE: If you could play any other position besides what you already do what would you want to play and why? Bross: I would play free safety because I think my playing QB would help me know what the opposing QB was going to do with the ball.

Henderson: I would like to play running back because in my early years of football I played that same position.

VYPE: If your team wins the state title. Where do you and your teammates go to celebrate? Bross: My house.

Henderson: If we win state we would all go to Will’s (Collins) house. That’s a place we always go after big games. VYPE: One thing people don’t know about your football team is?

Bross: Eisenhower football is on the rise.. A lot of young talent. You all need to check out Rico Bussey and Gabe Moana.

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Jacques Henderson VYPE: Who is the funniest guy in the locker room? Who is the hardest worker? Who hates to lose the most? Bross: The funniest guy is Rico Bussey. The hardest worker is Marquice Paras. Hates to lose the most is Gabe Moana.

Henderson: The funniest guy in the locker room is Devontrae “tug” Young, our hardest worker without a doubt is Will Collins. The person who hates to lose the most is Deion James.

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Kelsey Nadeau - Lawton High School As the Lawton High dance team major Kelsey Nadeau is a leader both on and off the court and competition floor. Even with being such a key member of the dance team Nadeau is also a standout in the classroom.

Nadeau carries a 3.95 unweighted grade point average and a 4.5 weighted GPA. In her time at Lawton High Nadeau has taken five total AP classes and is currently taking AP English. Nadeau did say however that her favorite class was AP Chemistry.

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After high school Nadeau plans to attend Southwestern Oklahoma State University, join the dance team and work to become a pediatric oncology nurse.

For her commitment to both athletics and academics Kelsey Nadeau is the Lawton Academic Athlete of the Month.

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senior year, while helping lead her team to become State Champions in 2010 and State Runners Up the following year.

Jennifer Hayden, head women’s basketball coach at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, said the addition of Allen will help the Drovers this season succeed in a tough Sooner Athletic Conference, which boasts four teams that went to nationals last season.

“Her main position will be a shooting guard, but she has the ability to step over and play the one position and will most likely see time in both positions for us this season,” Hayden said. Allen is an early childhood education junior and will have two seasons to play for the Drovers after playing two seasons with the Bison. The Drovers are coming off two straight berths in the Sooner Athletic Conference tournament and began their season at on Oct. 31 at home with a 90-80 win against University of St. Mary’s out of Kansas. It was the first true season home opener for the women’s basketball team since the 2007-08 season.

The game featured a Halloween theme and wasthe first of three “We are excited to straight home contests to open up get Bretlin as she the 2014-15 season. The Drovers brings in a lot of won the second home game against knowledge about the Central Baptist College but fell 60game of basketball After a successful high school career 48 versus Friends University on as well as our conference because of November 8th to open 2-1. with Cache High School and some years with Oklahoma Baptist, Bretlin playing two years in our conference,” To follow Bretlin Allen’s career at Hayden said. Allen joins the Drover women’s the University check out usao.edu/ basketball team in 2014-15. In addition to those qualities, it is her sports for updates and a list of full ability to adapt to different positions schedule/results throughout the In high school, Allen averaged 16 that makes her a great fit for the points per game and was named to season. Drovers, according to Coach Hayden. the All-State team her junior and Bretlin Allen will be joining the Drovers in the 2014-15 after two seasons with Sooner Athletic Conference rival Oklahoma Baptist. (Jessica Jackson/USAO Sports Information)

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Eagles football players Baylor Watkins and Danny Caldwell III talk with VYPE about football, music and everything in between. on the team? Who is the hardest hitter? Who has the best hands? Caldwell III: Mason McCormick is definitely one of our fastest guys. Jay Whitson is probably one of the hardest hitters in Oklahoma; he is the reason why we have to sign a concussion paper at the beginning of the year. Mason McCormick probably has the best hands too.

Danny Caldwell III VYPE: Tell me one thing that makes playing football at Weatherford special? Caldwell III: The brotherhood, our whole team has a very strong bond it doesn’t matter if you are a sophomore senior junior who ever. I know my team has my back no matter what. Watkins: Playing at Weatherford is special because everyone understands that to be successful we are going to all have to work together.

VYPE: Who is one player you love to compete against either in practice or in a game? Caldwell III: Dylan Haworth, he is a beast of a man and it is always a challenge going up against him in practice I thank God that he wears a W on his helmet so I won’t have to play him Friday night.

Watkins: It has to be Jacob Hoffman, the guy is is a great athlete and I’m constantly trying to keep up or beat him in something. VYPE: Who is the fastest player

Watkins: The fastest player is Mason McCormick. The hardest hitter on the team is Jacob Hoffman. The person with the best hands on the team is Wade Haugen.

VYPE: What is one thing about Weatherford football that everyone should know? Caldwell III: Every time we are on that field you are going to see some good football.

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Watkins: It’s a tie between Jacob Hoffman and Jay Whitson, they both have boats.

VYPE: Thanksgiving is right around the corner so what is your favorite food to eat on Turkey Day? Caldwell III: It’s a toss up between pumpkin pie and turkey. Watkins: Mashed potatoes

VYPE: What is your favorite memory of playing football at Weatherford?

Caldwell III: My 52-yard scoop and score. I mean how often do you get to score as a lineman. Watkins: Making bald jokes to coach K.

Watkins: We run power. A lot. VYPE: If you could go see any band or musician play live who would you go see? Caldwell III: You can never go wrong with a little George Strait. Watkins: Josh Turner

VYPE: If you get stuck on a desert island which one of your teammates do you want with you and why? Caldwell III: Probably Ben Ervin. Why? Why

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Kennedie Helton - Weatherford High School At the core of Kennedie Helton’s academic and athletic success is intelligence. Her smarts on the basketball court christens her as player “who can play a little of everything.” As a forward on the soccer team, the junior help lead the 2014 Lady Eagles to their best finish in school history with a 14-4 record and a semi-finals appearance in the 4A tournament. Helton also holds her own in the classroom. She maintains a GPA of 3.9 with class schedules composed of Pre-AP English, Spanish and History, as well as

Trigonometry, though she said science classes are her favorite.

She is a member of many organizations including National Honors Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the First Baptist Church Youth Group. Helton also attends Falls Creek Youth Camp and Disciple Now Weekend Retreat. After high school Helton plans to attend the University of Oklahoma or Oklahoma State University and major in a medical-related field.

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Character is a combination of qualities that distinguishes one person or group from another. VYPE celebrates achievements of local high school athletes by presenting the monthly “Character Counts Award.”

Wade Haugen Weatherford High School

It is Wade Haugen’s team sensibility that is the foundation of his integrity. The junior is a multi-sport talent, showing athleticism as a wide receiver, quarterback and free safety on the gridiron, as well as on the basketball court and baseball diamond. Haugen said it’s his and the Eagles’ team-oriented play that has led them to a 6-2 season, but there is no doubt his receptions, including two touchdowns, have helped pave the road to success. Haugen also takes his “team first” idealism off the field into the community. He is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society and First United Methodist Church Youth Group. When asked what it is about him that led to his nomination for the Character Counts Athlete, Haugen’s tone was modest, yet insightful to how he lives his life. “Well, I stay out of trouble, try to always have a good attitude and be outgoing,” he said. “Just try to be a good example.”

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“We changed our schedule around a bit,” Finch said. “We wrestled Vinita in a regular season dual in January and in a November regular season dual, we’ll wrestle Tuttle. You could say Finch isn’t afraid of taking a challenge.

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In his third year as Clinton’s head wrestling coach, Shawn Finch and his guys have a few surprises up their sleeves this year.

With four seniors on this year’s squad, Finch’s team is pretty young, but that won’t stop him and his guys from claiming the gold this season. “My junior high team has lost two duals in the last two years,” Finch said. “In my first year, we were conference champions and then conference runner-ups in my second year. This year, we are really, really good.”

In his first two years at the helm, Finch coached two all-state wrestlers, Marcus Thomas in 2013 and Ryan Williams in 2014. This year, the Red Tornado wrestlers are shooting for state.

“We want to claim state in Dual and in State,” Finch said. “Tuttle is the five-time defending state champion and we have worked really hard and I know our guys will be great.”

As Finch reminisces about his first two years, the only two losses came at the hands of Vinita, who ended up being state runner-ups and Altus, who finished in the top three last season in 5A. At 22-5 overall, Finch wanted to change some things up a bit to make his team known to the

Two seniors Finch knows will have great seasons are Bodhi Hines and David Flores. Hines (26-12 overall) and Flores (26-12 overall).

Hines was one match away from qualifying for state last year, but this season, Finch knows Hines and Flores can be crowned state champions.

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“Pina was behind all-state wrestler Williams last year, and he would sub-in sometimes,” Finch said. “He beat several state qualifiers, but just wasn’t able to make our team. I know he’ll make a big difference this year.”

With hard work and great leaders from his seniors, Finch and his wrestlers will earn a place on the podium once February comes around.

“Our team is a pretty young team,” Finch said. “We have three different junior high state champions on our team, too, so we think our young guys have a chance to really help us out this year. Us coaches also think Hines and Flores can be a state champion.” Another wrestler Finch sees making a name for himself is sophomore Daniel Lopez. At 15-6 overall, Lopez will be back out on the mat after an injury sidelined him.

“As a freshman, Lopez was beating everyone he was wrestling until he broke his elbow at district,” Finch said. “He ended up beating someone who placed third at state. This year, us coaches think he’ll be really good.”

Coaches always like surprising their opponents. Finch isn’t any different. This year, he has several secret weapons he can’t wait to spring on opponents. “We have a couple of freshman coming in that are really, really, really good,” Finch said. “Greyson Weeden, who’s a freshman, is a junior high state champion. He hash’ t been beaten in a regular season match in a couple of years. At 19-0 overall, he’s that good.”

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Other wrestlers Finch wants people to keep an eye out for are junior Enrique Pina, junior Abel Gutierrez (21-15 overall) and senior Flavio DeAvila (25-15 overall).

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Character is a combination of qualities that distinguishes one person or group from another. We celebrate achievements of local high school athletes by presenting the monthly â&#x20AC;&#x153;Character Counts Awardâ&#x20AC;? for Elk City.

Devyn Metcalf - Elk City High School Elk City sophomore Devyn Metcalf (#2) is a player who is involved in multiple sports and activities. Athletically Metcalf plays softball, basketball and runs track for the Elkettes. Even as a young player Metcalf is highly respected by her teammates, a fact evidenced by her softball teammates voting her as the winner of the Brown and White Award, which is given to the player that is the best teammate.

A player who constantly puts her teammates ahead of herself and always shows strong leadership and character on and off the field Devyn Metcalf truly embodies the best qualities of a studentathlete. For those efforts Devyn Metcalf is the Elk City Character Counts Athlete of the Month.

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Fightin’ Chicks players Tyler Jinks and Riley Williams talk a little football, life and everything else. VYPE: What makes playing football at Chickasha special? Jinks: The traditions that we have. Being able to wear that gold helmet everyday at practice and every game. Knowing that the guys I play with will have my back if I need them to.

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Williams: Chickasha football is rich in tradition, were a small town full of hardworking people and our team reflects that.

VYPE:Is their one player college or pro that you model your game after? If so who is it? Jinks: The pro player I try to model myself and my game after the most is Jason Witten.

Williams: I Like to watch JJ Watt and try to play like him even though we play different positions, he is a beast on defense, and isn’t a bad tight end.

VYPE: If you could play any other position besides what you already do what would you want to play and why? Jinks: If I could play another position it would be tight end, they have to be good in all aspects of the offensive part of football. Williams: I would run the ball, because it seems fun.

VYPE: If you could have one superpower what power would you want and why?

Jinks: If I could have a superpower it would be the power to fly, because I really hate traffic. Williams: I would be able to fly, because I could go anywhere, anytime.

VYPE: If you could see one sporting event in person what event would you attend? Jinks: If I could see one sporting event it would have to be a game 7 of the World Series. Williams: I would go to the World Cup.

VYPE: Who is the funniest guy in the locker room? Who is the hardest worker? Who is the biggest trash talker? Jinks: The funniest guy would have to be Taray Thomas he always has got something funny to say. The hardest worker

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is Riley Williams he is always there to anything the team does and is always working hard. The biggest trashtalker would have to be Spenser Crumine, he won’t back down from anything or anyone.

Williams: Spenser Crumrine and Jake Womack, my linebacker brothers, are the funniest. Dominic Neff is the hardest worker, and Lamar Neff talks the most trash.

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Taray Thomas - Chickasha Athlete of the Month The play of Chickasha junior Taray Thomas has been a major bright spot in the Fightin’ Chicks season this year as the team has competed hard and fell just short in a handful of games. So far this season Thomas has rushed for 903 yards and 13 touchdowns, averaging over 100 yards per game. As the bell cow of the Chickasha rushing attack Thomas carried the ball over 20 times in five of the team’s first six games.

Included in that stretch of games was the Fightin’ Chicks’ Oct. 3 game versus Ardmore in which Thomas carried the ball 37 times for 142 yards and one touchdown. For his unwavering effort and sacrifice for his teammates Taray Thomas is the Chickasha Athlete of the Month.

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Character is a combination of qualities that distinguishes one person or group from another. State Farm celebrates achievements of local high school athletes by presenting the monthly “Character Counts Award.”

Karissa Duke - Chickasha High School Chickasha sophomore outfielder Karissa Duke recently played a big factor in helping the Fightin’ Chicks earn the Class 5A state fastpitch title with a 1-0 win over Piedmont. For her play Duke was also recognized as an All-District outfielder. When asked about the state title Duke said it was amazing to see what she had worked so hard for be realized..

ng back my way aying Giving backGiving back is my way is my way ” ank you. “It was a dream come true. Honestly it was the best feeling knowing that a lot of hard work paid off,” Duke said. Also a key figure on the Chickasha basketball team Duke is no stranger to sports fans in Chickasha.

Outside of athletics though Duke is just as special. Carrying a 4.0 grade point average Duke is also a member of the Key Club, FCA and the National Honor Society. Duke is also the reporter for the sophomore class in the Student Council at Chickasha.

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For her dedication to Chickasha athletics and all of her activities outside of athletics Karissa Duke is the Chickasha Character Counts Athlete of the Month.

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Hunter Scifres – Alex High School

Senior Hunter Scifres is a varsity football player at Alex High School and he attends Canadian Valley Tech.

The Alex football team had an excellent regular season going 10-0 and winning a district championship. Scifres and his

teammates on the offensive line were a big reason the team went undefeated heading into the playoffs. “We are like brothers on our team. It’s the closeness that makes us so good,” said Scifres. Teammates Dalton Alcorn, Kyler Thornburg and Jacob

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Otey are three players Scifres pointed out as players who really stepped up this season. “Our team has heart and a love for the game. We also have good knowledge of the game,” said Scifres. At Alex High School, Scifres favorite subject is History and after graduation he plans on attending college and later pursue a career in coaching. “Canadian Valley Tech is a great opportunity to better yourself and your future. Other students considering CV Tech should check it out. It’s a great place with a lot of different options,” said Scifres. While taking Auto Service, Scifres hopes it can help pay his way through college. “The program has been great and it’s helped me prepare for life after high school.” For his commitment to his education, Alex High School and Canadian Valley Tech, Hunter Scifres is the Canadian Valley Tech Athlete of the Month.

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Taralyn Curtis - Anadarko High School Anadarko senior cheerleader Taralyn Curtis is a person that her coach Cindy Young describes as a “very good girl who has done a lot of volunteer work in our community.” Along with that work in the community Curtis has been involved in cheerleading since the seventh grade.

Curtis is also an outstanding student that carries a 3.9 grade point average and says her favorite class is Human Anatomy and Physiology. Although she doesn’t

take any AP classes at Anadarko Curtis is already enrolled in several concurrent enrollment classes at the college level according to coach Young. After high school Curtis said she plans on going to college although she isn’t sure which university she would like to attend yet.

For her dedication to being an outstanding cheerleader and an outstanding student Taralyn Curtis is the Anadarko Academic Athlete of the Month.

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Josh Parton - Anadarko High School “One heck of a player.” That’s how Anadarko head football coach Kent Jackson describes senior wide receiver and defensive back Josh Parton. Also a member of the basketball and track teams, Parton has been apart of five total state championships thus far in his high school career. This year alone Parton has 33 receptions for 615 yards and nine touchdowns. On the defensive side of the ball Parton has made 15 tackles and picked off four passes. Outside of sports though Parton is just as involved. At Anadarko High School Parton is a member of the Black Heritage Club and the Native American Club. Parton’s is also an active member Bethel Baptist Church. After high school Parton says he hopes to play football at the college level and try to eventually play professionally. For his ability to shine not only as an athlete but also as a student and community member Josh Parton is the Anadarko Character Counts Athlete of the Month.

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to go to track to help it. I enjoyed pushing myself, and it was not until sophomore year when I got serious about running.

VYPE: What have you academically excelled in? What brought you to do this activity?

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Senior Mason Bivens and sophomore Mattie Bivens compete in cross country and are members of the Duncan High School marching band. Mason plays the trumpet and Mattie is one of two drum majors. Although they are very competitive, they both find time to help each other in band, cross country and spending time together as a family.

VYPE: When did you join cross country? How far have you come since then? Mattie: In sixth grade, as soon as I could. [I have progressed] a lot farther, I run a lot more and more. Running is also becoming a higher responsibility.

Mason: I joined it in the sixth grade the first time I got the opportunity and been with it ever since. Running one or two miles together was difficult. Then in sixth grade, I got used to doing it. From there I have come to doing 17 to 18 miles during freshman year and it has gotten easier. I have made big improvements. Now I am as fast as the guys that I wanted to be. I am that guy now. VYPE: Why cross country instead of another sport?

Mattie: [In middle school] I did it because it was the only sport offered that I enjoyed doing. Mason: I used to play soccer really competitively. I disliked the thought of running, and in my freshman year of playing soccer I got a shin injury. I needed

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Mattie: Science, math and band. Band was always something I wanted to do. I did piano but I wanted to do something with a group. [I started] practicing for band daily and working on the smaller things and not working on the overall picture immediately. I like science because it is really hands on unlike everything else thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pencil and paper. I enjoy math because I see it as more of a puzzle instead of a requirement for me. I have always wanted to be in band.

Mason: Most of my classes I have excelled in. I did some of the engineering contests at school, like the Co2 car races. I am in all upper level classes. Some of my family members were in engineering. I am really competitive in band; just about everyone in my family did it. My dad did some running when I was in sixth grade, and I recently found a passion for it. I ran with my dad quite a bit until freshman year. On occasion, he will go on a 9 to 10 mile run and rest a couple of days after. Academics are big in my family. My family guided me somewhat and pursued the introduction of the opening of doors. VYPE: Any plans to continue running or cross country after graduation?

Mattie: Probably not competitively. I plan on running on my own and running a 5K every once in a while. I like running, but I like it more to stay healthy than to run a race. Running competitively and the smallest things can ruin your career or a chance at a scholarship, like, if you break your toe, your career is over. You could break your own spirit by getting too into it.

Mason: Definitely. Running is actually one of the main courses I am looking for in a college. I do not have anywhere exactly picked out yet, but I am looking for a larger college with an opening for a runner. I would like to continue playing music. It is

a big part of my life.

VYPE: How do you support each other in cross country during meets, in practices and at home? Mattie: I cheer him on during meets while he races. I run with the team at practice while he does elite training. At home, I congratulate him, normally a â&#x20AC;&#x153;good job.â&#x20AC;?

Mason: We do encourage each other to continue to keep going and push ourselves. We have inspirational talks and help each other with exercises. VYPE: Anything you do together outside of cross country?

Mattie: We are in band together and it is really competitive because he made a standard in band. It is hard to live up to his success. We sometimes go indoor rock climbing, mountain biking and go to the lake.

Mason: I am the trumpet soloist and she is the drum major. Every now and then we will go trail running, canoeing, kayaking and power kiting. We go sledding every time we have an ice day or snow outside. VYPE: What makes family special in competitive sports?

Mattie: It is the feeling that everyone understands what you are doing because everyone is doing it.

Mason: For me, all of us are in competitive sports so it is easy to pick up those sports.

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Debra Pippin & Lisa Hall - Duncan Head cheerleading coach Carrie Anne Davis and the Duncan varsity cheer squad were lucky this season to have the support of a pair of committed mothers this season. “These mothers helped out with getting fundraisers set up, collected and distributed. They help making the hair bows for special events and hosted a team breakfast before our regional competition,” said coach Davis. Debra Pippin is the mother of cheerleader Kamrin Gay, while Lisa Hall is mom to Caylee Hall. “Debra and Lisa help me get in touch with all of the parents and they put together gift bags for the cheerleaders before competition. They are always willing to help during practices or games,” said coach Davis. The Duncan cheer squad worked hard this season and made vast improvements as they continue to build a solid program. Coach Davis said the support she received from the parents was amazing this year. “All of my cheer mom’s are great. I can count on any of them at any time.” Debra Pippin and Lisa Hall went about and beyond for the Duncan varsity cheer squad making the pair the Bank of Commerce Mom’s of the Month.

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Braeden O’Dell Marlow junior quarterback Braeden O’Dell has been a crucial piece of the Outlaws’ 5-3 overall record and 4-0 record in district play. So far this season O’Dell has completed 63 of 113 pass attempts for 979 yards and nine touchdowns. A dualthreat under center, O’Dell has also carried the ball 86 times for a total of 520 yards and eight touchdowns.

2A-4A division with a time of 12:38.

For her continued dedication to become yet another great Marlow runner; Rylee Rich is the Marlow Female Athlete of the Month.

O’Dell is also a playmaker on the defensive side of the ball. Through the first eight games of the season O’Dell made 53 tackles and intercepted two passes. O’Dell also makes contributions on special teams as the Marlow punter and kicker. On his first 30 punts of the year O’Dell has averaged 38.4 yards per punt and is also three of four on field goals this year with a long of 37. For his effort on the field to help Marlow once again compete for a district title Braeden O’Dell is the Marlow Athlete of the Month. Rylee Rich

Marlow junior Rylee Rich is part of an amazing tradition of strong female runners for the Lady Outlaws that also includes her older sister Maci who is currently a member of the Oklahoma Christian University cross country team. This cross country season Rylee enhanced that tradition even more as she won the regional meet at Velma-Alma with a time of 12:29 then went on to finish second at the Class 3A state meet with a time of 12:23. Rich also won the Marlow meet earlier in the year and placed second at the Oklahoma Baptist University meet’s

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Then we faced a good team in Ringling on the road for a district title. We couldn’t pull out a win there, but the kids played hard. It’s a difficult game for our guys. They’re only eight miles away and many of our kids know their kids, some are related to each other. So it’s a tough game.

VYPE: Offensively your team has dominated opponents. What’s been the key to your offense?

Mark Barrett Healdton went 8-2 in the regular season under the leadership of Mark Barrett. VYPE caught up with the head coach as he was painting the field for the home playoff game in 10 years.

VYPE: Thanks for taking time away from painting the field to chat with us coach. Sounds like you guys are getting ready for that big playoff game with Minco. Barrett: Yes, we’re ready, the kids are ready. Its been a good year and this team is looking forward to the game. VYPE: Coach, your team enjoyed a great run after the week two lose to Stratford on the road. What’s been the difference since that game? Barrett: We went on a seven game winning streak after the lost to Stratford.

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Barrett: Chaz Carr has put up some great numbers this year. He has 2,177 yards rushing and has carried the load for this team. I’m an old school kind of coach. I like to run the Power I or Pro I not the spread motion stuff you see everyone running today. That’s been the difference for us this year. We made a few changes after the Stratford loss and it’s helped this team move the football and win games. We changed the blocking scheme and it made all of the difference. VYPE: Your defense has played well despite giving up a few points in a couple of games.

Barrett: Yes, we gave up 35 points to Empire, but we scored 62. Empire had the Twigg kid. He was a good test for the defense. We gave up points early in the season, but they got better as the season went on. VYPE: Who are some of the guys that really stepped up this year?

Barrett: Mark Mincey is a fullback who loves to make those pancake blocks. He is the best blocking back

I’ve coached in 20 years. Mincey takes pride in his blocking. Guard Andy Jackson is only a sophomore, but he’s been a big reason we’re able to open those holes for Carr. Chase Toliver is a freshman, but he’s played great this year. Wide reciver Cameron Webb has allowed us to throw slants or posts when the defense starts to play up. He’s given us a real threat downfield. Our quarterback has played great and several others have stepped up this season. VYPE: Is community support up?

Barrett: Support has been amazing. The kids worked hard in the offseason and at 7-on-7 and the town and parents know that. The fans are behind the kids. The town is painted blue, white and black and the fans are ready for the playoffs. It’s our first time to host a playoff game in 10 years. VYPE: Coach, good luck in the playoffs.

Barrett: Thank you. If we can go out and beat Minco in the first round then we go on the road to Thomas. Should be fun.

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or attending class at Southwest Tech. “They treat you like an adult and they are very nice and will do whatever they have to in order to help you learn,” Crouch said. “They will go out of their way to please you and make your experience enjoyable so I highly recommend SWTC.” For his dedication to his athletic obligations and his efforts in his new classes at Southwest Tech Tatum Crouch is the Southwest Technology Athlete of the Month.

Duke Tigers baseball and basketball player Tatum Crouch is a player that Duke sports fans are very well acquainted with. Now the junior is making waves in a different venue; as a student in the automotive program at Southwest Technology Center. Crouch said that he would recommend the automotive program and Southwest Technology Center in general to any other student considering getting into the program

Excelling on the court while preparing for their FUTURE!

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Altus senior running back TJ McGill has been racking up yards and making plays all season long. All of those plays have helped the Bulldogs to a 7-2 overall record and a 5-1 record in district 5A-1 play. Through the first eight games of the season McGill has carried the ball 103 times for 601 yards and eight touchdowns to lead the Bulldogs in rushing. McGillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s numbers have

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also already eclipsed the numbers he posted last year as a junior when he carried the ball 68 times for 348 yards and two touchdowns. For his efforts on the field that have made Altus a serious contender for a district title TJ McGill is the Altus Athlete of the Month.

Caroline Quam Altus High School

Altus senior cheerleader Caroline Quam has been recognized for her abilities as a cheerleader by earning both All-Region honors as well as AllAmerican honors in the past. While fans in Altus may know about her athletic prowess both as a cheerleader and a former track and field athlete they may not know about everything else she does. At Altus High School Quam is a member of the FCA, the Future Teachers of America and the Kay Club. Outside of school Quam continues to stay busy by being very active in her church youth group. After high school Quam plans to attend Southwestern Oklahoma State, try out for the cheer squad and pursue a degree in Elementary Education. For her amazing efforts as a student-athlete and her strong presence in her community Caroline Quam is the Altus Character Counts Athlete of the Month.

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Bulldogs, it means a lot to the players. Benway: The atmosphere on game days in Altus is one of the best things in my eyes.

Altus Senior Cheerleaders Altus athletes Shannon Ybarra, Jewel Wilmany, Lana Spandley, and Jayden Benway took time from their busy schedules to have some fun with a quick VYPE Q&A. Check out why these Altus Bulldogs bleed true blue. VYPE: What is the best thing about Altus High School?

Ybarra: The best thing about Altus is our school spirit. When people come out to support us

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Wilmany: The best thing about AHS is how we are one big family, we’ve pretty much all grown up together. Also, our school spirit and pride. Our blue crew, cheerleaders, dance team, band and other clubs and groups always support the Bulldogs in each and every sport. Spandley: The best thing about AHS is our school spirit (especially from our awesome blue crew) and the immense support we receive from our community.

Shannon Ybarra Gabe Barton VYPE: Tell us one thing people in Oklahoma don’t know about Altus High School or the city of Altus? Ybarra: The city of Altus is built on sports. It’s how we all come together.

Benway: I don’t think the people know how good the history of football is in Altus. We kind of fell

Benway: I try to eat something different every day of the week.

Wilmany: I buy my lunch in the rotary, with all of my friends in A lunch. Spandley: I think everyone’s go to lunch at Altus High is pizza. We could probably break a pizza eating record!

VYPE: Give us your personal favorite sports moment at Altus this year?

Jewel Wilmany off the map for a while, but the Bulldogs are back! Wilmany: This year is the first year we’ve gone to playoffs for football in a long while.

Spandley: Our staff and board are always working to better our education by looking for the newest and most effective forms of teaching and implementing the newest forms of technology. VYPE: What is your favorite subject in school?

Ybarra: My favorite subject is art. I get to forget about what is going on in life and just let myself go through art. Benway: History. Coach Lamb’s class. He also coaches me at corner.

Wilmany: My favorite subject would have to be Pre-Ap Chem or Math.

Ybarra: My favorite sports moment is our devotionals that we get from our youth pastor, Kent Jaggers. He inspires us to look towards God and he inspires us to do great. Benway: Being out there on defense when we stopped Ardmore on a goal line stand to win in overtime and seeing our entire student section and fans rush the field.

Wilmany: My favorite sport moment would definitely, without a doubt, be defeating Ardmore, the No.1 team in our 5A district. It was amazing to see all the progression we’ve made this year, show in that game. The boys and coaches really wanted that win and they got it. It was unforgettable. Spandley: My absolute favorite moment this year was beating Ardmore in overtime and running on the field and going crazy with all of the players and coaches. I will definitely never forget that day! VYPE: One thing you would add or change at Altus High?

Spandley: My favorite subjects are Calculus and English.

Ybarra: There’s nothing I would change at Altus!

Ybarra: My go-to lunch at school is two sandwiches and a Gatorade.

Wilmany: I honestly wouldn’t change anything about AHS, it’s a great school to attend and represent.

VYPE: What is your go-to lunch at school?

Benway: I wouldn’t change anything.

Jayden Benway Spandley: If I could add anything to Altus High School it would probably be a study hall hour. This would make the homework strain easier on those with after school activities or jobs. VYPE: Who has better fans, Altus, Duncan or Ardmore and why?

Ybarra: Altus. No doubt about it. We have fans that come support the Bulldogs in every sport and they’re always cheering us on. Benway: No question, Altus. We have the best fans in all of Class 5A. If you get a chance come down to Hightower Memorial Stadium and watch us play a home game. I know it’s the loudest place I’ve ever played.

Wilmany: Of course Altus. We have good sportsmanship, win or lose. Now Ardmore, of course no one likes to lose, but the way Ardmore took their loss did not represent their school well at all. Duncan, I guess we will see after the game. Spandley: In the most unbiased way possible. Altus High School definitely has the best fans in all of 5A Oklahoma football. When the boys walk on that field every seat in the home side is filled with someone cheering them on win or lose!

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the playoffs.

Ruhl: The season has been amazing. Our team has come together as one and we are playing great.

VYPE: Ardmore has made several big plays this year, what was your favorite play of the season so far?

OJ Walker After eight games in the 2014 season the Ardmore Tigers are 9-1. 6-1 in district. The offensive production is impressive, as O.J. Walker has rushed for over 1,000 yards and nine touchdowns after 10 games. Teammate Samuel Ruhl has contributed on both sides of the ball as the Tigers look to make the playoffs. We caught up with the two players to ask about the team, their favorite play of the season and what legacy they want to leave at Ardmore.

VYPE: How do you feel the season has gone for the Ardmore Tigers? Walker: I feel like our season has gone very well. After eight games we’re 7-1 and looking at going to

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Walker: My favorite play was the kick return I ran back for a touchdown against Ada. I caught the ball and looked at my field position, I made a good cutback to the right and broke a tackle. I had nothing but open field all to myself. No one could catch me.

Walker: Jarrad Hall. He’s been a good leader and makes plays when we need them. Ruhl: I think Tyreece Lott really has played amazing coming in as a sophomore. He really stepped up this season.

VYPE: What is the legacy this team is leaving behind for future generations of Tiger football? Walker: The legacy we are leaving behind is to be all-in and to play with heart, dignity and togetherness.

Ruhl: The legacy we will leave behind is being a sound, disciplined team.

Ruhl: My favorite play of the season was against Del City, chasing the quarterback across the field just to try and make a play.

VYPE: What’s been the key in this football team having a successful season? Walker: Everybody is committed and can see the big picture. Ruhl: The team has bonded together so well that when controversy or challenges occurs we come closer together. VYPE: How about the defense? Who on the defensive side has made plays for the Tigers this season?

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moment was when I tried out for All American Cheer at cheer camp. I had never been eligible to tryout in years past because of my many injuries. This year was my first year to tryout, and the feeling of them calling my name out as one of the girls to achieve this honor and title was indescribable.

VYPE: Who on the squad keeps everyone laughing?

Bronwyn McNeil Plainview cheerleaders Catie Richards, Greta Russell, Kaitlynn Morris and Bronwyn McNeil paused from practice and homework to answer some questions about the squad, the season and their plans after high school. VYPE: What is your most memorable moment of the season?

Richards: My most memorable moment from this season would be attending 4A Cheer competition for the first time in Plainview history as a senior.

Russell: My most memorable moment is when I got my back handspring again after breaking my arm. Morris: My most memorable moment this season was when we all were praying right before we went on at the regional competition. It was the first year our school has ever competed and it was cool to be apart of the team that got to get our program running again. McNeil: I think my most memorable

Richards: We’re all pretty fun to be around and keep each other laughing, especially Brittney Davis. She’s a goofball.

Russell: Yes, Catherine Richards is always a comedian.

Morris: Someone that always keeps us laughing is Brittney Davis. She is always making serious moments fun and relaxed.

McNeil: The girl on the squad that keeps everyone laughing is definitely one of the juniors, Brittney Davis. She is always keeping us laughing and having a great time with funny stories, comments, and faces. VYPE: How do you want your class to be remembered? Richards: I hope my class will be remembered as the senior class that was accepting to underclassman, and showed them it’s okay to be cool with everyone.

Russell: I want my class to be remembered as the smartest, yet most fun class throughout high school.

Morris: I want our class to be remembered for getting our program up and going. McNeil: I want my class to be remembered for our leadership and ability to have fun while being a role model for others. VYPE: Do you have a ritual or superstition before you take the floor or perform at a game?

Catie Richards on an academic scholarship, and major in Pre-Law. Russell: I plan on going to college and cheering on the sidelines for my team. I have not decided a major.

Morris: After high school I will be attending Oklahoma State University to major in dietetics and hopefully go to occupational therapy school. McNeil: My plans for after high school are a lot different than any of the other people in my class. After graduation I am planning on leaving the country and volunteering at an Orphanage in Honduras. I have been numerous times to this particular orphanage, Orphanage Emmanuel, but I have recently felt called to spend my entire summer of 2015 beyond the borders and helping these children. When I get back in August I will attend Abilene Christian University and I plan to either major in missions or Spanish.

Richards: Pre-game prayer is key!

Russell: I always listen to music before away games, and my friend and I always do our kicks together before the game starts. Morris: We pray before games and competition.

McNeil: Before a game we always have to get everything prepared. VYPE: What are your plans after high school?

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Richards: After high school I will be attending Oklahoma Baptist University

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