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In complete control of his pitches, Scotty Gibson has been a key to the Wister Wildcats advancing to the Class 2A State Baseball Tournament.

As his team posted a 22-5 mark and Top-10 ranking, the 6-3-sophomore right-hander owns a 6-1 record heading into the state tournament. In 50 innings of work this spring, Gibson has allowed just 24 hits and 11 earned runs while notching 81 strikeouts of opposing hitters. “Gibby”, who has played baseball since age four, opened the postseason by tossing a perfect game win over Pocola and then tossed a 3-0 shutout over Panama, including 15 strikeouts, to give Wister another trip to the Class 2A state tournament.

“When Scotty takes the mound, our players believe that we’re going to win,” notes Wister coach John McAlester. “His talent and competitive spirit makes him successful. He brings his best to the ball park everyday.”

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Brooke Gohring - Fort Gibson High School When Brooke Gohring entered her eighth grade class in FFA, the now senior at Fort Gibson High School had no idea about the life-changing experiences she was about to begin. And, now as she graduates this spring, Gohring’s life has been forever changed as well as the hundreds of others that she has helped along the way.

recalled Osborn. “She promised to learn all about raising her own animals so much that she’s raised her livestock to championship levels and treats them like a member of her family.”

During Gohring’s five years in the Fort Gibson FFA program, she has won Grand or Reserve Grand Chester White Breed Champion. Last spring, Gohring won Grand Champion Chester White honors at the Oklahoma Youth Expo along with a scholarship, an honor described by Osborn as a state champion effort.

“I’d heard some of the older kids talk about the fun they’d had in FFA, so I thought I’d try it out,” recalled Gohring moments after Brooke Gohring receiving her State FFA Degree “She loves animals and has a spongewhile attending this year’s like desire to learn something Oklahoma FFA convention in everyday that will improve her abilities to be successful in Oklahoma City. “I had no idea how much FFA would be in FFA,” said Osborn.” molding me into the person I am today.” “Brooke is more concerned about tomorrow’s results And, according to FFA advisors Bryan Craig and Joe than she is about winning trophies and awards,” Craig Osborn, she has gone from a city girl to an agricultural said in admiration of Gohring’s attention to the little All-American. details necessary to be successful. “When she stepped into the classroom, Brooke had never The culmination of five years of dedication to the FFA even owned a pair of boots,” chuckled Craig, “but it didn’t program, Gohring has done the hard work necessary to take long for Joe and I to realize this young lady was going earn the State FFA degree, an award only presented to to become somebody special.” the state’s top FFA students. And, following graduation, she plans to go to enter the nursing program at Connors According to Osborn, Gohring’s prior knowledge of State College before earning her eventual degree at OSUagriculture was as new as trying to speak a foreign Tulsa, completing the road from a Blue Coat to White Coat language. experience. “She was definitely not a farm girl,” said Osborn, “she lived in a sub-division right around the corner from the school. Upon completing her senior year as chapter president, Gohring admits the past five years have flown by in a Yet, from day one she let you know she wanted to learn heartbeat. And, she wants everyone to know that FFA is everything there was to know about agriculture through much more than just a farming experience. FFA.” Among the list of achievements, Gohring has taken leadership responsibilities with Fort Gibson FFA’s community garden as well as being a member of the Quiz Bowl team, another state championship winning team at the school.

But, when asked about the favorite part of FFA, Gohring’s love for animals was apparent; something Osborn noticed from the very first day. “Brooke begged me and her parents for a show pig,”

“It’s so much more,” notes Gohring recalling her many activities and opportunities including skeet shooting, speech contests and leadership camps. “There’s something for everyone even if you’re a city girl like me. The end result is you gain social skills and friendships that will last a lifetime.”

And, for those who know her, there’s no doubt the phrase “I Believe” can be defined in two words…Brooke Gohring.

Fort Gibson FFA FORT GIBSON State FFA Convention was exciting and rewarding for members of the Fort Gibson chapter as our group received an award for the One Star Silver Plus Chapter Trust Fund Contributor. Our chapter was one of the Oklahoma high schools to receive an award for the FFA Hunger Challenge. Individual honors were also earned as Seth Ragsdale received a 2nd place plague for Ag Mechanics and Energy Systems Proficiency Award. Five members of the Fort Gibson FFA chapter received their State FFA degree including Brooke Gohring, Cameron Mosteller, Kyle Martin, Hayden Perry and Seth Ragsdale. EUFAULA

Eufaula FFA recently competed in the Connors State College Skeet & Trap shoot winning first place against teams from all over the state with a team score of 152 out of a possible 200 with the next closest team scoring only a 145. Proving their marksmanship talents are seniors Mason Gawf, Mason Dobbs, Ethan White, Hunter Gott and junior Ashley Laughlin. Chapter members traveled to compete at the PI speech contest where 25 chapters competed for district spots and a shot at a state title. Seniors Hannah Tankersley and Kori Burge moved on to the district contest in the division of Ag Business and Animal Science, junior Cleo Giraldo moved on to the district contest in the Extemporaneous division, freshman Rylee Battles and Ledarian Perkins moved on in the 9th Grade Opportunities division to the district contest and Ledarian Perkins moved on in the creed division as well. Our Junior Parliamentary Procedure Team advanced from the district contest to compete at the state FFA convention contest. Team members include Matt Whelan, Laura Vancleave, Baylee Heflin, Rachel Singleton, Kenedee Rittenhouse, Hope Glover, and Nicole Farrow. Eufaula’s land judging team including Wyatt Fells, Baylee Cox, Alex Anderson and Rylee Battles placed 3rd at Roland contest.


Eufaula FFA

Gans FFA

GANS Members of the Gans FFA chapter competed in the Muskogee P.I. speech contest. Ryan Rajsombat placed 1st in the natural resources division and moved on to the Northeast District speech contest placing 3rd in the natural resources division. Gans FFA competed at the Roland Invitational CDE contest. In Pasture Range, Gans placed first, 3rd in Junior Land Judging, 2nd in Soil and Water Management. Gans FFA also participated in the Connors State college spring skeet/trap shoot. The Gans FFA Rangeland Judging Team placed 3rd at the Oklahoma State CDE contest. Following attendances at the State FFA convention, the group competes at National Rangeland this month in Oklahoma City. VIAN

Vian FFA attended the 89th Annual State FFA Convention in Oklahoma City. Chapter members attending were Dillon Weer, James Cordray, Chase New, Hayden Arnold, Nathan Roberts, Chris Locust, Trayton Roberts, Tyrus Wells, Tee Trotter, Ben Spyres, Zak Hooker, Josh Bolin, Kade Cato and Jake Sandlin. Thirteen FFA members were recognized on stage for numerous member and chapter achievements throughout the past year. Trayton Roberts, Ben Spyres, Tee Trotter and Hayden Arnold were recognized for winning the State Contest in Homesite Evaluation. The winning team received a trophy, $500 cash award and also qualified for the National Contest. Trayton Roberts was also recognized for as the high individual overall in this year’s contest. Chase New received a plaque, a medal and a $1000 scholarship for being the high individual overall in the State Land Judging Contest. The team of Dillon Weer, Chase New, James Cordray and Nathan Roberts also received third place in the State Land Judging Contest, qualifying them for the National contest as well.

James Cordray, Chase New and Nathan Roberts received Career Passports in Agricultural Communications

Vian FFA

Hulbert FFA

and Jake Sandlin and Dillon Weer were recognized for earning the prestigious State FFA Degree. Overall this year’s convention was filled with positive experiences and exceptional speakers for chapter members to grow as individuals and leaders. HULBERT

During April, Hulbert FFA had 3 freshman members compete in the Creed Contest at our PI contest. Our Poultry Evaluation team competed in the Northeastern Oklahoma State College Interscholastic contest and the Salina contests. Hulbert FFA also had students in our high school pledge to “Drive Smart” with a commitment to no texting or drinking and driving. Our senior FFA secretary, Kristen Bailey, competed in the State FFA Secretary contests as well as the Interscholastics competition in the Job Interview contest. Hulbert FFA had 9 members attending the State FFA Convention and celebrated as one of our members, Krista Bowlin received her State FFA Degree. Our chapter was also recognized as a One Star Bronze Chapter for our Trust Fund contribution. The Hulbert FFA chapter has also done work to beautify our town of Hulbert by planting trees and 18 bushes around town. WARNER

Things are nowhere near slowing down for the Warner FFA Chapter as we have numerous things accomplished and planned for the remainder of the school year. Five FFA members (Ryan Boyd, Taylor Duerson, Bobby Ramming, Hailey Varnell, and Erik Wiggins) achieved a very prestigious honor by receiving their State FFA Degree at the Oklahoma FFA State Convention. They put numerous hours into achieving this goal. Bobby Ramming also competed in the State Convention Talent Competition and made it to the finals out of almost 60 other competitors. Bobby also received 3rd place for his Outdoor Recreation Proficiency Application.

first place title. They will be representing our school at the State Trap Shooting Contest. As the school year ends, we will also be hosting our annual FFA Banquet where parents, family members, teachers, and students can come together and enjoy fellowship, celebrate all of the achievements the Warner FFA Chapter has accomplished, plus the installment of the 2015-2016 chapter officer team. STILWELL

The Stilwell FFA chapter was well represented at the State FFA Convention. The Animal Science Quiz Bowl Team, consisting of Wyatt Catron, McKenna Knight, Rilee Eubanks, and Matt Catron, placed 6th overall in the State Interscholastics. Becca Garrett was 3rd with her Specialty Animal Proficiency while Terin Fletcher and Josh Hammons represented Stilwell with honor in the state FFA chorus. Wyatt Catron and Rilee Eubanks were also selected to receive the Tulsa State Fair Ringmaster’s scholarship. Stilwell had five seniors among 740 others that received the State FFA Degree including Steven Parker, William Arnett, Rilee Eubanks, Kaydee Kelsey, and Wyatt Catron; Wyatt also among the 79 recipients who received the Academic Excellence Award. OKTAHA

Oktaha FFA has finished the year out on a strong note. Members competed at the world’s largest junior livestock show the Oklahoma Youth Expo. Some highlights include Brittny Richards champion futurity and division champion commercial heifer as well as Levi Bright’s high placing commercial gilt that qualified for the Night of 100 stars gilt sale. Chapter members also competed in quiz bowl competitions and judging contests.

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EUFAULA NAMES OUTSTANDING SENIORS

Top honors among the 2015 graduating class have been awarded. Rachael Marlar, this year’s Valedictorian has been a part of the academic team, band, cross-country, STUCO, golf, Business Professionals of America, and National Honor Society. She plans to attend the University of Missouri, pursue a degree in Psychology.

Taylor O’Brien and Luke VanCleave represent this year’s seniors as Salutatorians. O’Brien, who has attended Eufaula schools since kindergarten was a 4-year trainer for Ironhead football, a member of the 2013 3A State Champion Lady Ironhead Golf Team as well as a 4-year member of National Honor Society and Student Council, and was homecoming attendant her sophomore and senior years. Taylor plans to attend the University of Oklahoma and work towards a doctorate in Physical Therapy. VanCleave also has attended Eufaula Public Schools since kindergarten and has played golf for Eufaula since seventh grade. Luke is a member of the National Honor Society and Student Council and plans to attend East Central University and major in Business Administration SPIRIT OF THE IRONHEADS

Eufaula school spirit in 2015-2016 will remain loud and proud led by the never-ending energy of the 20-member cheer squad including Paiten Parry, McKinsi Shearwood, Tyra Brown, Taylor Dickerson, Sierra Adams, Keylee Hiler, Kenedee Rittenhouse, Baylee Heflin, Hope Glover, Emily Williams, Mariah Williams, Lexey Burns, Brianna

Eufaula Cheerleaders

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Mikyla Burns

Cole Montgomery

FFA - Cleo Giraldo

Crabtree, Lacey Laughlin, Madison Atwood, Jami Adams, Jordyn Dobbs, Treasury Williams, Cheyenne Fells and Keyona Warrior. EHS cheer coaches are Lori Curtis and Dawn Dupire. IRONHEAD FFA IS BLUE AND GOLD

Eufaula’s FFA proved to the BEST in Oklahoma as Ironhead senior Cleo Giraldo won state champion honors competing in the Extemporaneous contest at the State FFA convention in Oklahoma City and will represent EHS FFA at Nationals. Eufaula FFA’s Land Judging team of Baylee Cox, Alex Anderson, Wyatt Fells and Caleb Newton also were crowned state champions. E-TOWN BAND EARNS SWEEPSTAKES HONORS – AGAIN

With a near flawless performance at the state band championships, the Eufaula High School band achieved it’s ultimate goal by winning the OSSAA Sweepstakes award for the 19th time in the past 24 years. The “straight-1” efforts achieve in marching and concert band gave Tad Clark’s 65-member group the opportunity to once again prove their skills. Eufaula Band

Luke VanCleave

Rachel Marlar

Taylor Obrien


SALLISAW BLACK DIAMONDS Nothing Brighter...Nothing Finer

Kyler Skelton

Madylin Spencer

BEST of the BEST Academic Excellence will be honored during Sallisaw High School graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 22nd beginning at 8pm. The 2015 class of seniors includes Kyler Skelton as Valedictorian along with Madylin Spencer and Lee Vang as Salutatorians. Congratulations Seniors 2015.

“ON TRACK” for Gold Medal Finish A combined 14 members of Sallisaw’s track team earned their way to compete for gold at the OSSAA State Track Championships. The boys team totaled 127 points in the 17 events to win the Regional team championship. State Track Qualifiers Boys Skylar Oren 100 200 Long Jump 4x200 Layne Benge 110 HH 300 IH

Andrew Plank Shot Put Zach Black 800 1600 3200

Lee Vang 4x100 Relay Layne Benge Zane Sparks Jake Hume Tristan Thomas

4x200 Relay Layne Benge Zane Sparks Triston Thomas Skylar Oren

4x800 Relay Nathan Hubler Irving Rodriguez Oscar Jiminez Zach Black Girls Michaela Evans 100

Zachary Black

Taten Hyde

Andrew Plank

SHS Baseball Going to State After a “sweep” of the District and Regional tournaments, the Black Diamonds will take the field to compete for the Class 4A State Baseball Championship. Sallisaw totaled 73 runs scored while maintaining solid defense and effective pitching to take a 25-9 mark into the 4A championship field. “ON PAR” for Golf Championships Sallisaw golfers were on top of their game as coach Dale Tounzen’s fivesome dominated the field with a 26-stroke margin to win the regional tournament at Fountainhead. City. Nick Pierce, Ty Stites, Alec Dominic, Dalton Jasna and Jason Bartel will complete for the Orange & Black at the Class 4A State Championships to be played at Lake Hefner in Oklahoma City.

Auri Sparks 300 LH 800 Taten Hyde Shot Put Discus

Tiffany Jones 1600

Dylan Thurber

Ty Stites

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WARNER EAGLES ‘Flying High’

Hannah Staton - Karis Terrell - Paige Jackson BEST of the BEST Excellence in academic achievement is proven through the accomplishments of the Class of 2015 as Hannah Staton and Karis Terrell have earned Co-Valedictorian honors along with Paige Jackson as Salutatorian of this year’s graduating class. Honors include: Hannah Staton: • Marching band drum major • 1st place Drum Major at Stallion Battalion Competition • Warner High School Leadership Team member • Eastern District Honor Band – 2012-2013 • Tournament of Champions competitor – 20122014 • National Honor Society member • Softball player • Student council member Karis Terrell: • Good Citizen Award • National Honor Society member • Warner High School Leadership Team member • Varsity Cheerleading Captain • Oklahoma Indian Honor Society • Herff Jones Principal’s Leadership Award • Student Council Vice-President

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Paige Jackson: • National Honor Society • Youth Leadership Oklahoma • Basketball • Softball • Oklahoma Indian Honor Society • HOBY • Senior Class President • Warner High School Leadership Team

IN SEARCH OF GOLD Warner track teams continue proving to be among the best in Class 2A as a total of 14 athletes earned their invitation to the State Track & Field Championships. The Lady Eagles won the regional championships with 5 gold, 5 silver and 3 bronze medal finishes totaling 150 points while the Eagles claimed three gold medals for a 3rd place finish in regionals to advance to state.

Girls Britney Hammans – High Jump, 3200m, 4x400m relay, 4x800m relay

Warner Track

Darien Hammans – Long Jump, 100m hurdles Brooklyn Herriman – Discus Tamara Collier – Discus Tonya Goodreau – 100m hurdles, 300m hurdles, Lessley Davis – 400m, 4x400m relay, 4x800m relay Kailey Kilpatrick – 1600m, 3200m, 4x800m relay Taylor Duerson – 4x400m relay, Cheyenne Miller – 4x400m relay Becky Kauffman – 4x800m relay Boys Mekko Washington – 400m & 800m, 4x400m relay, 4x800m relay Anthony Davies – 800m, 4x400m relay, 4x800m relay Zack Rowell – 4x400m relay, 4x800m relay Zack Jones – 4x400m relay, 4x800m relay CHALLENGE BOWL CHAMPS Elementary students broadened their learning experiences while competing in the JohnstonO’Malley program sponsored Challenge Bowl, designed to address unique cultural needs of American Indian students attending Warner schools.

Warner Track


Tylnn Childress

Adrianna Elbon

Pomp and Circumstance Senior 2015 – like those before them, this year’s graduates have continued the legacy of Wolverines excellence, not only in athletics and extra-curricular activities but also outstanding academic achievement. This year, five students including Tylnn Childress, Adrianna Elbon, Alyson Hohrman, Rylee Simon and Baylee Stites have earned Valedictorian honors along with Josh Cowart, who received the Salutatorian award. These six students will share the stage with the class of 2015 for graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 22nd.

Vian Girls Track

Alyson Hohrman

Rylee Simon

Speed and Endurance Vian track teams continue to perform at championship levels as 11 athletes advanced to Class 3A State Track & Field Championships following another winning effort at the 3A regional.

State Qualifiers Girls Mykala Rich – 1600 & 3200m Jennifer Hunter – Long Jump Nese Walters – High Jump 1600 Relay: Nese Walters – Mykala Rich – Cresha Taylor – Desiree Moon 3200 Relay: Nese Walters – Jennifer Hunter – Kassi Burkhart – Mykala Rich

Boys Track

Baylee Stites

Josh Cowart

Boys Terron Moses – 100 & 200m Colby Ward – 800m 3200 Relay: Colby Ward – Tylnn Childress – Terron Moses – Brandon Buttery

Take Me Out to the Ball Game Ranked #2 in the final regular season polls, the Wolverines will seek to prove they are the best while competing in the Class 3A state baseball championships. Vian enters the championships with a .384 batting average and 1.90 team ERA.

Vian Baseball


Moments after completing another round of golf, VYPE caught up with Grant Sikes of Hilldale High School to answer questions for Triple Play. After getting his answers, we posed the questions to Grant’s mom, Judy Sikes, for her answers and then presented the challenge to Grant’s teammate, Tyler Ingle. Who tallied the best score on the leaderboard? A sophomore at Hilldale High School, Grant Sikes continues to use his athletic abilities to benefit the accomplishments of the Hornets golf, basketball, and football teams. A lefty on the golf course, Sikes switches to his right hand for writing out formulas in his math classes as well as throwing a football. Sikes, who admits he does talk a lot, claims his favorite “sports moment” as when he made 11 receptions totaling 203 yards and 4 touchdowns against Checotah in football.

Grant Sikes Hilldale Golf

Hilldale Golf

Judy Sikes Grant’s Mom

Grant’s favorite subject in school?

Chemistry

Math

English

Favorite Food?

Tacos

Hot Wings

Tacos

Who would be the one person Grant wishes he could play golf with?

Phil Mickelson

Tiger Woods

Phil Mickelson

Something Grant is afraid of?

Snakes

Heights

Spiders

Grant’s locker room (aka bedroom) is clean & neat, organized chaos or a Hornets nest?

Organized Chaos

Clean & Neat

Organized Chaos (So HE can find it)

Grant’s Dream Job?

PGA Golfer

PGA Golfer

PGA Golfer

If he could play any golf course in the world, Grant would choose?

Augusta National

Augusta National

Augusta National

Facebook, Twitter or Instagram?

Twitter @grantsikes

Twitter

Twitter

Dream Date?

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande

Morgan Pressel

If he could be any person in the world for one day, Grant would want to be?

Kobe Bryant

President of the U.S.

Jordan Speith

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STUNT – Oklahoma’s New Sport Championship in the semi-finals with a 1510 fourth quarter win over Tuttle, Broken Arrow advanced to the championship finals against Jenks, who in winning the tournament title went undefeated against the field including a second-half rally for a 14-8 decision against the Lady Tigers in the day’s final match.

Other teams competing included Bridge Creek, Coweta, Enid and Mount St. Mary. Springtime athletics in Oklahoma include competition in a variety of sports; however, without question no other championship has more energy and emotion than the competition at the Oklahoma Stunt State Championships that were held at Oklahoma Baptist University as teams from across the state battled through double-elimination competition before the Jenks Trojans claimed the title.

Stunt is not a “traditional” cheer event where squads perform one at a time. Stunt is head-tohead matches with two teams on the same stage simultaneously performing the same routine in game-like conditions. Stunt competitions include precise compulsory routines, pyramids, jumps and tumbling during the first three quarters and then teams put forward their best of each in the final quarter to determine the winner. “The atmosphere of competition is intense,” said Vickie Elliott, cheer coach at Tahlequah whose Tigers finished in fifth place. “All of the teams that competed were on their game. You could tell that every squad had trained hard for these games.”

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“Our girls love it,” said Bixby coach Sharla Burgess, who has helped to coordinate the stunt competition the last three years. “There are several opportunities to score points and it feels like a real game, unlike traditional cheerleading competitions.” Following a heart-stopping battle

“It’s a great opportunity for the kids that are great athletes to have added avenues at the next level,” said Elliott.

Oklahoma City was host for this year’s National Stunt Championships where Oklahoma State University won it’s second Division I title with a 14-12 win over Delaware for the crown while Oklahoma City University captured a silver medal finish dropping a high-spirited match to Davenport University in the Division II finals.


KELSI EDGELL - Tahlequah High School With a heart for helping others, Edgell earned a staff member status and will serve as UCA camp instructor. With her never-ending high energy and constant smile, Edgell is currently teaching younger children how to develop cheerleading skills working at Cheer It Up. She has also been manager for the Tigers’ baseball team for two seasons.

A senior at Tahlequah High School, Kelsi Edgell is a proven model of excellence. As co-captain of the 201415 Tigers’ varsity cheer squad, Edgell also expanded her cheer experiences competing as a member of the varsity STUNT team the past three years that includes this spring’s STUNT state championships.

Athleticism is just one of her many talents that includes classroom excellence where Edgell maintains a 3.9 GPA and is a four year member of the National Honor Society as well as Business Professionals of America, where she currently serves as president. With 15 hours of college credits already completed, Edgell will attend Oklahoma State University and will pursue an Interior Design and Merchandising degree.

During the past three years, she has completed more than 200 hours of community service to the Tahlequah area communities.

For her accomplishments, Kelsi Edgell is awarded Cheerleader of the Month sponsored by Cheer It Up, the home of CHAMPIONS!

A mentor to younger kids, Edgell volunteers time as a reading mentor in the Tahlequah elementary schools.

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TAKING DEAD AIM

Tahlequah Tigers Tee It Up With Championship Results

After 18 seasons as coach of the golf team at Tahlequah High School, Nick Baker’s squad captured the Class 5A state crown last year. With four returning players returning, the Tigers remain atop the leaderboard this spring having won six of seven tournaments including a team best score of 296 at the Class 5A State Preview played on the Shawnee Country Club course, site of the 2015 championships. “The returning experience helps us grind through any situation,” notes Baker. “We’ve shot better scores this spring including winning the conference title for the first time in my 19 seasons.”

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Blake Berry, Hunter Pennington, Blake Cochran and Brandt Emerson welcomed freshman Jax Johnson, younger brother to Jake Johnson, last year’s 5A champion to the lineup to continue the winning results. “They’re good golfers, their scores prove that,” said Baker, “but I believe what makes this team so solid is they never talk about whose number one as they’re more concerned on the team results not individual accolades. “They’re good friends off the course that are confident in each other’s skills. This group expects to win every time they tee it up.”

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Prior to the state championships, VYPE posed questions to the Tigers golf team to discover their keys to success.

VYPE: What is your “money club” in your golf bag? Berry – Sand wedge because I can chip in any time I have it my hands Pennington – Sand wedge because I have a variety of options when I swing it

Johnson – My 56-degree, it’s my rescue club when I’m not hitting my irons

Cochran – My 7-iron is my go-to club, I hit it solid every time.

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VYPE: What PGA golfer and what course would you most like to play a round of golf?

Emerson – The putter is my favorite because its my club that makes or breaks a round. VYPE: What have you worked on to take your game to the next level?

Berry – The mental Brandt Emerson approach, how to use my game and emotions to success Pennington – short game because it’s the most important part of golf. Johnson – Putting because you can save par with a solid putting stroke.

Cochran – Improving the mental side in order to maintain focus all the way through each round. Emerson – Tempo of my swing in order to maintain consistency throughout the round.

VYPE: When it comes to golf, are you superstitious? Berry – Yes, I only play golf balls numbered 1 or 3 every time. Pennington – You can say that as I have a special kind of golf tee that I use, nothing else. Johnson – I have to play golf balls numbered 1-3-or 7; I have my best scores with them.

Cochran – You bet I am, I have a “lucky” ball marker in my pocket every time I tee it up. Emerson – I have to have my hat otherwise I feel incomplete when I step to the first tee.

Berry – I’m a lefty, and would like to play Amen Corner at the Masters with Bubba Watson.

Pennington – Go play the famous 19th hole in Africa with Jordan Spieth and learn his thought process.

Johnson – I’d like to tee it up with Tiger Woods at Augusta National.

Cochran – I wish I could play with Masters champ Jordan Spieth at Pebble Beach.

Emerson – I want to tee it up with Phil Mickelson on any course in Florida especially those on the beach. VYPE: What is the best thing about being a Tahlequah Tiger?

Berry – Being on the course with my best friends and coach Baker making us laugh. Pennington – It’s all about the team, our players and coach are one for all and all for one.

Johnson – We push each other to be the best and we all want each other to win. Cochran – My teammates make it special, friends for life with memories we’ll never forget.

Emerson – Team chemistry is why we’re so good; we enjoy hanging out with each other when not playing golf. Blake Berry Grade: 11 GPA: 3.8

Nickname: Red Squirrel Lowest Round of Golf: 65 Favorite Food: Steak Won’t Eat: Chocolate Something You’re Afraid Of: Double Bogeys Twitter: @BerryBoy55

Hunter Pennington Grade: 12 GPA: 3.8 Nickname: Stewie Lowest Round of Golf: 68 Favorite Food: Frito Chili Pie Won’t Eat: Brussels Sprouts Something You’re Afraid Of: Spiders Twitter: @hunterpenningt7

Jax Johnson Grade: 9 GPA: 3.2 Nickname: Bub Lowest Round of Golf: 65 Favorite Food: Deer Meat Won’t Eat: Cole Slaw Something You’re Afraid Of: Drowning Twitter: N/A Blake Cochran Grade: 12 GPA: 3.3 Nickname: James Lowest Round of Golf: 73 Favorite Food: Cheeseburgers Won’t Eat: Brussels Sprouts Something You’re Afraid Of: Snakes Twitter: @blakecochran

Brandt Emerson Grade: 12 GPA: 4.0 Nickname: Larry Lowest Round of Golf: 75 Favorite Food: Mexican Won’t Eat: Chinese Food Something You’re Afraid Of: Spiders Twitter: @brandtemerson

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Chris Gilmartin - Muskogee High School The same can be said of Gilmartin’s approach to day-to-day decisions, something that has made an impact with Shane Stewart, faculty advisor in charge of Muskogee’s RougherTV. “Chris is a role model for character,” notes Stewart who defines character as the way you live your life every moment combined with the way others perceive you. “Chris has become the student that I know that I can trust to not just do a job but always do it right. And because of his work ethic, he’s an influence to the other students on our crews.”

In broadcast television, audiences watching telecasts of high school football games see and hear the action as described by the announcers on the screen. But, just like the qualities of character, the man behind the scenes is the key to an award winning delivery. With a proven lifestyle of looking for ways to always make things better, in life as well as his many activities, Muskogee High School senior Chris Gilmartin is the man that makes things happen proving that Character Counts.

“It’s all about helping others,” said Gilmartin while defining his choices and decision-making process. “For me that includes little things like opening a door for someone as well as being available to listen whenever a person needs someone to talk to about an issue in their life.” As the student broadcast engineer for Muskogee High School’s award winning RougherTV, Gilmartin has learned success is not always a quick solution.

“It’s been a variety of decisions and opportunities that started my freshman year,” notes Gilmartin. “At first, I just wanted to run camera at graduation. But once I explored the opportunities, I decided to do a little research to get more knowledge, assess our current programs and then do whatever is needed to make it better, no matter how many hours were required.”

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Hard work is just one of Gilmartin’s many traits that make him a young man of character while earning him Muskogee’s Rougher 300 Service award including volunteering to teach elementary students interested in the arts through the Roxy Youth Camp as well as Muskogee Little Theater. “His word is his bond,” said Madison Tomlinson, director of Character and Leadership Development for Muskogee Public Schools. “I’ve always defined character as that part of an individual that makes or breaks you and Chris consistently promotes the core values on the Rougher ROAD at Muskogee High School including respect, opportunity, achievement and determination.”

Society, credits the influences in his life for shaping his approach day to day.

“My grandma (Betty Broyles) taught me the importance of making everyone feel welcome and special,” Gilmartin said with heartfelt emotion. “She taught me the importance of service to others. And my parents (James and Dawn Gilmartin) exampled the value of encouragement and urged me to always do my best. ” After graduation, Gilmartin will attend the University of Oklahoma pursuing his degree from the Gaylord College of Journalism with an emphasis on broadcast and electronic media while pursuing his dream career as a video engineer with ESPN or Fox Sports, going on the road to games and set up what people at home will watch on TV. “I’m not your typical sports fan,” Gilmartin admits. “I enjoy it when the Roughers win but my reward or victory is when the show comes together and everything works.”

With his interactive and caring approach, Chris Gilmartin will no doubt have many victories ahead of him and continue to prove that Character Counts in everything you do.

“I realize that everything I do represents somebody else including my family, my school and my city,” Gilmartin explained. “I want everyone to know what’s right about Muskogee.” The multi-talented Gilmartin, who earned Oklahoma All-State Mixed Chorus along with All-State Jazz Chorus honors while achieving academic recognition as a member of the National and Oklahoma Honor

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Bulldogs ON TRACK to State Wagoner girls and boys peaking at the right time.

Chris Sharrock - Chris Murray - Scottie Patton - AJ Freeth The distance from the start to the finish line may vary by event but as the state track meet approached, Wagoner’s girls and boys track squads were reaching championship levels. While the classification of track teams by the OSSAA has once again bumped Wagoner into class 5A, the Bulldogs are using the challenge as another reason to stand on top of the medal stand. “We’ve been competing all year against the bigger schools in order to prepare for the championships,” said girls’ track coach Toby Hummingbird. “From the competition during the indoor season to now, these kids have trained hard to improve their results.” Wagoner’s girls’ squad continues to post top performances, something that Hummingbird credits the leadership of this year’s seniors including Hope Means, Bailee Thomas and Hannah Miller. “They know what it takes to be the best and have been the leaders in our hard core workouts,” Hummingbird said. A state qualifier last year, Bailee Thomas has posted Class 5A’s second best time in the 100 hurdles and a top five time in the 300 event. “She has a natural drive to be the best,” said

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Harliln, who has double top ten results in the discus and shot put events. “She’s really studied her videos in order to perfect her performance in the ring,” notes Hummingbird. Like the girls squad, Wagoner’s boys team consist of just three seniors; yet the youth of the team is what energizes head coach Leland Alexander, who has coached a solid cast of talented performers during his nine years at the helm. “We’re young but it hasn’t dampened our expectations to be first to the finish line,” said Alexander when looking at the field of talent in Class 5A boys track. “There’s no fear in these kids because they all have the heart of a champion. We can’t control enrollment numbers but just focus on the fact that there’s no fear in a Bulldog.” School enrollment hasn’t diminished the results for Wagoner’s duo of hurdlers, Chris Sharrock and A.J. Freeth, who have the two fastest times in the 110 hurdles among Class 5A results. Sharrock, who qualified for state as freshmen in both events, has a top five time in the 300 event. “It’s a dogfight every time,” smiled Alexander, “I never know whose going to win but when they go 1-2, I’m all smiles for sure.” With the youth of this year’s team, Alex-

Hummingbird, “Her technique is flawless and by improving her speed she’s got a chance to stand on top of the medal stand every time.” Means is a top ten sprinter in the 100 and 200m along with Brooke Thomas, a freshman, who has recorded the fastest time this spring in the 100 plus a top six finish in the 200m. “Our results in the sprints are boosting our relay times also,” notes Hummingbird, “Brooke and Hope are focused for gold.” The two sprinters along with Alize Farbes and Kali Goforth have recorded among the state’s top four times in the 4x200 relay. Wagoner’s 4x800 relay including Arizona Hummingbird, Kaitlyn Greer, Jayla Kosmitin and Bailee Thomas adds points to the Lady Bulldogs score and expectations for a successful end of the season. Jordan McKee - AJ Freeth - Jake Woodson Another reason for Chris Murray excitement is the efforts of Codesha

Brooke Thomas - Hope Means

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Brooke Thomas - Alize Farbes Hope Means - Kali Goforth ander admits his relay units are a work in progress as the state meet approaches by using a rotation of six runners in the 4x100 and 4x200 events as Jordan McKee, Scottie Patton, Chris Murray and Jake Woodson join Freeth and Sharrock on the oval. Wagoner’s two sprint relays are among the top ten fastest times in Class 5A. “It’s all about having the right combination,” said Alexander. “And it’s good to have depth to choose from to get the fastest times.” Adding to scoring chances is distance runner Cobey Taylor along with Brannen

Arizona Hummingbird Kaitlyn Greer - Jayla Kosmitin Bailee Thomas Goodfellow in the discus and Cory Morman in the shot put. “Cobey will enter the championships under the radar,” notes Alexander referring to his junior distance threat who also plays soccer. “Brannen is a natural throwing the discus capable of big numbers along with Cory in the shot put.” The opportunity for championships is something Wagoner knows plenty about. And, just like in football, Alexander notes the key to success is a winning mentality. “They know it’s not about how you start but

A.J. Freeth - Chris Sharrock all about how you finish,” stated Alexander noting Wagoner’s 1-4 beginning en route to winning the Class 4A state football championship. “We’ve scheduled our training in all phases to peak at the right time. Our kids understand you CAN control the finish.” The talents and results of Wagoner’s girls and boys track teams prove again it’s not the size of the dog in the fight but it’s the size of the fight in the dog. An approach that continues to produce winning results for Wagoner.

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Watson - Galvan - Dry - Gann make home runs look easy.

Slow-pitch softball in the springtime offers plenty of energy, especially when you look at the power at the plate. Each in their own style, Elexis Watson and Carlee Gann of Muskogee along with Hayleigh Galvan of Sequoyah-Tahlequah and Kortney Dry of Tahlequah make every trip to the plate count for something whether it’s a base hit, an intentional walk or “no-doubt” swings resulting in home runs. This phenomenal group of underclassmen has launched a total of 69 rockets over the fences as well as leaving well-defined dents in the outfield walls of local softball parks while totaling 252 RBI heading into the state tournaments.

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Watson, only a sophomore for the Lady Roughers, creates havoc for opposing coaches on whether to roll the dice and pitch to her or award the automatic walk. The decision remains much the same when her teammate Carlee Gann steps to the plate giving Muskogee coach Keith Coleman multiple options to score runs. VYPEOK.COM

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Galvan, a junior for coach Jeff Turtle’s Lady Indians who has already been offered and made a verbal commitment to play collegiately at Oklahoma State University, got the attention of coaches her freshman season the first time she launched a shot over straight-away center field fence into the teeth of the gusting blowing in winds. Dry, who like the others is also a defensive specialist with the glove playing shortstop for coach Brett Morgan’s Lady Tigers, delivers a compact swing with long ball results.

The athletically talented and personable foursome displays consistent bat control and discipline at the plate making decision for their opponents risky, not just this spring in slow-pitch but also when taking the diamond during the fastpitch season. A word of warning to all softball coaches – all four sluggers will return in the fall looking to lead their teams to a state championship in

fastpitch.

VYPE visited the dugout to pose questions for the group about how they swing for the fences.

VYPE: What’s the biggest difference between hitting in slow-pitch and fast-pitch softball? Watson: The speed of the game. You have to be patient at the plate and then take advantage of bat speed. Gann: Reaction time to a pitch is much different allowing you to judge the spin of the ball before you swing. Galvan: Because you go off reaction, you have more time to make up your mind before you swing in slow-pitch.

Dry: Pitchers throw all kinds of junk in fastpitch while in slow-pitch you can see it then crush it. VYPE: Do you have a favorite pitch that you’re watching for to blast out of the park? Watson: If the ball is middle in I know what I’m going to do…smile,


grip the bat and hit it hard.

Gann: I’m always looking for the waist-high pitch, kind of middle inside. When I see it there it’s time to deliver.

Galvan: Inside because those pitches allow me to turn on the ball using my strength and bat speed to hit the ball. Dry: I like the ball to be mid-high but not too flat in the arc. Just drop it into my zone.

VYPE: Describe “that sound” when you make contact resulting in a home run. Do you know it’s gone? Watson: It’s solid and loud. I can feel it as soon as it happens. You know it’s going deep when you make contact.

Gann: It sounds like you just broke something, it’s not always loud depending upon the bat but I can tell when it’s going to leave the yard. Galvan: Boom – Crack - Pow! It’s an awesome feeling. I can tell right away when I hit it.

Dry: It’s more of a feeling, solid as a rock, whenever the ball hits the bat. As soon as I see the ball in flight, I know when it’s headed over the fence.

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VYPE: How does it make you feel when opposing coaches tell the umpire to “automatically” walk you? Watson: It’s frustrating sort of because I want a chance to hit. But, I also know it’s out of respect for me. Gann: It makes me mad because they’re taking away my chance to bat and help us have a big run inning. Galvan: I just smile and laugh to myself because I know there’s a lineup full of hitters behind me.

Dry: In a close game, it’s frustrating because you want to help win the game. But, when they walk me, I know they still have to face Bub Peters who can go yard also. Take your choice, one run or two.

#8 – Elexis Watson Grade: 10 GPA: 4.2 Nickname: Lexi Twitter: @ElexisDominique Pos: 1B Throws: R Bats: R Favorite Food: Spaghetti & Chicken Something You Won’t Eat: Onions Something You’re Afraid Of: Dogs Favorite Athlete: Kevin Durant

Carlee Gann

Hayleigh Galvan

# 15 – Carlee Gann Grade: 11 GPA: 3.7 Nickname: C-G Twitter: @carleegann15 Pos: 3B Throws: R Bats: R Favorite Food: Chicken Something You Won’t Eat: Ketchup Something You’re Afraid Of: Spiders Favorite Athlete: Le’Bron James

#16 – Hayleigh Galvan Grade: 11 GPA: 3.95 Nickname: Hay Twitter: @2hayleighmarie16 Pos: 3B Throws: R Bats: R Favorite Food: Chicken Something You Won’t Eat: Vegetables Something You’re Afraid Of: Heights Favorite Athlete: Derek Jeter # 19 – Kortney Dry Grade: 11 GPA: 4.0 Nickname: Kort Twitter: @kortneydry Pos: SS Throws: R Bats: R Favorite Food: Mexican Something You Won’t Eat: Sushi Something You’re Afraid Of: Creepy Crawlers – Bugs & Snakes Favorite Athlete: Lauren Chamberlain

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