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SALLISAW BLACK DIAMONDS Nothing Brighter...Nothing Finer DIAMONDS SPARKLE ON THE DIRT After the fields dried out from early season rains, the Lady Diamonds are beginning to sparkle as coach Darren Briggs’ squad includes seven starters from last year along playing fastpitch softball Sallisaw style. “Defense is a must for us and take advantage of moving runners into scoring position with quickness on the base paths,” said Briggs. “Our strength is knowing when to take an extra base and manufacturing runs with the bat playing small ball.” Just one senior, centerfielder Kirsten Hamilton, tops the 12-player roster as one of the base runner threats along with a pair of juniors, Kaylee Bemo and Megan Green. Junior shortstop Taten Hyde provides a vacuumcleaner type glove on defense as well as giving Briggs’ batting order a chance to leave the yard while sophomore pitcher Katie Scott controls things in the circle. “Taten is a pure athlete that makes plays with the glove and the bat and Katie gives us a chance to win every game with her pitching,” said Briggs. “We’re young on the dirt but consistent with our play. We moved Megan behind the plate to manage the game and Kaylee to third to handle the hot corner.” Briggs’ beefed up the schedule to improve Sallisaw’s preparations for the playoffs. “We won our first district championship last year and just missed a trip to state losing in the regional finals to the 4A runner-up,” said Briggs. “To be the best you need to play the best so we loaded up the schedule with Class 4A teams to get us ready by the time playoffs begin.”
LADY DIAMONDS SOFTBALL - 2015 16 Bailey Covington Jr. 2B 10 Calley Covington Jr. OF/C 17 Eryka Noisey So. 1B 25 Megan Green Jr. C/P 22 Kirsten Hamilton Sr. OF 5 Taten Hyde Jr. SS 7 Katie Scott So. P/3B 13 Kaylee Bemo So. 3B/OF 28 Brinley Teague Fr. OF 15 Emily Caughman Fr. 1B 33 Megan Clark Fr. OF 6 Randy Turman So. P
CROSS-COUNTRY IS READY TO RUN Sallisaw cross-country teams are proving their skills on the trails this fall as coach Dale Tounzen’s squads prepare for the 4A state championships in October. Black Diamonds’ senior Zach Black, who finished state runner-up last year, aims to claim the top prize on the boys side while Auri Sparks leads the efforts on the girls teams. BLACK DIAMONDS CROSS-COUNTRY 9/12 @ Sequoyah Tahlequah Invitational HS/ JH 9/17 @ Inola XC Meet HS/JH 9/26 Cowboy Jamboree @ Stillwater HS/JH 10/9 Owasso Invitational @ Mohawk Park HS Only 10/19 Class 4A Regional Championships 10/24 Class 4A State Championships @ Shawnee
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? Sallisaw cheerleaders lead the school spirit as the race to the Class 4A football playoffs is just around the corner for the Black Diamonds. After completing the non-district slate versus Tahlequah in week three, the road to the Class 4A playoffs opens on the road against last year’s district champion Ft. Gibson. ”All the parts together give
Sallisaw Cheerleaders us a chance to have another good year,” said Bethel, “versatility on offense combined with strength and quickness on defense sets the stage for a winning season for Black Diamonds football including the chase for the 4A-4 district championship.” Sept. 4 – vs. Catoosa Sept. 11 – at Stigler Sept. 18 – vs. Tahlequah Sept. 25 – at Fort Gibson Oct. 2 – vs. Tulsa Central Oct. 9 – at Broken Bow Oct. 15 – at Stilwell Oct. 23 – vs. Poteau Oct. 30 – at Muldrow Nov. 6 – vs. Metro Christian
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Eufaula rounds out the final weeks of the regular season in September pointing toward the postseason the final week of the month.
IRONHEADS SOFTBALL – ONE GAME AT A TIME The 2015 fastpitch softball season is in full swing and the Lady Ironheads continue to take their cuts in the batter’s box with expectations of success coming one game at a time. Head coach Evan Shinnerer stepped into the coach’s box after spending the past four seasons at Blanchard and brings a new approach to the game for the Lady Ironheads. “I can’t say enough about the girls’ effort to become winners,” said Shinnerer, whose 13-member roster is compiled of all underclassmen. “We’re definitely young and that’s OK. We’re using that as a positive thing.”
Taking control in the circle is Rachel Singleton, who Shinnerer praised for her ability to provide winning opportunities. Julia Hawkins handles the defensive duties at shortstop as well as the #2 pitching role and continues to demonstrate her skills in the field and at the plate. Also adding to the promise of the Lady Ironheads success is first baseman Sabra Williams, Brooklyne Lefler at third base and Erin Gray managing the game from behind the plate.
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“One practice, one game at a time is our game plan,” said Shinnerer. “Nothing make things better faster than wins. Our goal is to be playing our best by district tournament then get hot at the right time.” LADY IRONHEAD SOFTBALL - 2015 1 Hannah Sullivan So. OF 2 Faith Newkirk So. OF 3 Aryn Holybee Jr. OF/1B 4 Rachel Singleton Jr. P 5 Chami Hendrix Fr. 2B/OF 6 Katelyn Skinner So. OF 7 Alex Scott Fr. 2B 8 Julia Hawkins So. SS/P 9 Camryn Cummings Fr. OF 10 Erin Gray Jr. C/INF 12 Alexus Burris Fr. CF 13 Brooklyne Lefler So. 3B/C 15 Sabra Williams Fr. 1B/OF
Head Coach - Evan Schinnerer Assistant - Shasti James
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL Ironheads football has a flare for the dramatic and no doubt the 2015 season promises to be exciting. With three of its first four games at home, coach Larry Newton’s squad will complete its non-district schedule with the 100th meeting of the Ironheads against Checotah at Paul Bell Stadium on September 18th. Eufaula will also battle to earn the 3A-8 district title in 2015 with focus toward a deep playoff run.
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EUFAULA FOOTBALL 2015 Sept. 4 – at Beggs Sept. 11 – vs. Hartshorne Sept. 18 – vs. Checotah Sept. 25 – vs. Heavener Oct. 2 – at Spiro Oct. 9 – vs. Valliant Oct. 15 – at Stigler Oct. 23 – at Hilldale Oct. 30 – at Idabel Nov. 6 – vs. Roland
SWEEPSTAKES - #20 IN 2015-2016 After proving again to be one of the best group of musicians in Oklahoma, “That Band from E-Town” will once again be marching toward another superior performance and taking their first steps en route to Eufaula’s 20th sweepstakes trophy as the band competes at the regional marching championships at McAlester on October 21st.
BACK – TO – BACK Living with the expectations that success breeds success, Vian’s fastpitch softball team has more than just dreams of returning to the Class 3A fastpitch state tournament. Head coach Albis Ramos’ lineup card includes six full-time starters from the 26-11 campaign a year ago including a trio of seniors plus a roster that has grown in depth and athleticism to 20 members this year. Leading the experience pool of talent is four year starting right fielder Desiree Moon along with 2 year starters including Alexus Thornton at second base and Kassi Burkart at third who come to play everyday. “Those three are a perfect combination of leadership by example, each one in their own way,” said Ramos. A fourth senior, Jordan Sovo, has also returned to the squad after a knee injury. Left handed junior centerfielder Addison Elbon continues to chase down balls in the gap as well as produce at the plate while sophomore Shandria Jackson delivers dominance in the circle as pitcher. “Addison and Shandria understand the value
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of hard work paying dividends,” notes Ramos. “They both love the game and know how to win in the clutch.” The off-season move from shortstop to catcher has Chloe Clifton managing the game behind the plate. Tajon Moses completed the outfield defense while a trio of freshmen round out the lineup as Mylie Hughes handles duties at shortstop while Magen Eckhardt and Camryn Smith get time at first base. Ramos will also toss the ball to Smith in the circle to provide added pitching depth. “We’ve got kids with plenty of softball talent, offense and defense,” said Ramos. “When we discover consistency to match our abilities, we can make it back to the state tournament. LADY WOLVERINES SOFTBALL 2015 1 Alyssa Hale Fr. OF 2 Jordan Sovo Sr. Inf/OF 4 Chloe Clifton So. C/Inf 5 Kassi Burkart Sr. Inf/OF 7 Shandria Jackson So. P/Inf 10 Alexus Thornton Sr. Inf/OF 11 Addison Elbon Jr. OF/Inf 15 Jordan Troutman Fr. OF 16 Tajon Moses So. OF 16 Cristin Terrell Fr. C/OF
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Vian Managers: Ashton RicheyBrooke Boydston-Madelyn EscjidoJennifer Hunter-Alex Porter 18 Magen Eckhardt Fr. Inf/OF 21 Camryn Smith Fr. Inf/P 22 Mylie Hughes Fr. Inf/OF 22 Lauren West So. OF 23 Desiree Moon Sr. OF 24 Jaelynn Noisey Fr. OF 27 Mikeesha Watts Fr. OF 28 Kylee Haning Fr. OF/Inf 32 Bailey Dallas Jr. OF 42 Kaycee Haning Fr. Inf/OF
Head Coach: Albis Ramos Assistant Coach: Kyle Sumpter
ON THE ROAD AGAIN After beginning the 2015 season a week ahead of most schools, the Wolverines conclude its nondistrict lineup on September 18th against Keys and then continue the September long road swing opening the Purple and Gold’s Class 2A-6 race for the playoffs at Wilburton before eventually coming home on October 2nd vs. Liberty. VIAN WOLVERINES FOOTBALL Aug. 28 – at Nowata Sept. 5 – vs. Jones (at Choctaw) Sept. 11 – at Heavener Sept. 18 – at Keys Sept. 25 – at Wilburton Oct. 2 – vs. Liberty Oct. 9 – vs. Hartshorne Oct. 15 – OPEN Oct. 23 – vs. Pocola Oct. 30 – at Antlers Nov. 5 – at Panama
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WARNER EAGLES ‘Flying High’ notes Tidwell referencing the pitching depth provide by Miller, Elders and Duncan. “They each have different skills to keep batters guessing.” Warner continues its regular season schedule through August and September in search of a return to the Class 2A state tournament. “Anything is possible with this group,” said head coach Dusty Tidwell, now in his third season. “Our focus is to play our best each day, one game at a time all headed toward a strong finish in October.”
Warner Softball LADY EAGLES SOFTBALL TAKES FLIGHT With the start of the 2015 fastpitch softball season underway, the Lady Eagles have high expectations resulting in a golden finish by first reaching the Class 2A state tournament then go from there. Warner returns virtually everyone from last year’s squad that finished 22-9 before bowing out of championship chase in the regional finals. “All nine in our lineup have been in the starting lineup for most of the games since I’ve been here,” said Tidwell. “With that experience plus their athleticism and ability to play defense, you have to believe we’ve got a chance for something special. Four seniors including Payton Jackson, described by Tidwell as the quiet playmaker joins Tatum Elders, Melissa Girty and Brook Moses to lead the lineup of playmakers. “Our seniors set the tone and they bring their best every time,” said Tidwell Juniors Cheyenne Miller, Chelsea Anderson, Triston Potts and Britney Hammans also deliver in pressure situations. The addition of newcomer Jalynn Duncan to the batting order and infield adds insurance to the season of opportunities. With three strong arms, we’re solid in the circle,”
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WARNER LADY EAGLES SOFTBALL 2 Brook Moses SR C/INF 3 Melissa Girty SR OF 5 Lauren Wardlow SO C/OF 6 Cheyenne Miller JR INF/P 7 Jalynn Duncan SO P/INF/OF 10 Avrey Sparrow FR OF 12 Darrien Hammans JR OF 15 Tatum Elders SR INF/P 17 Triston Potts JR INF 18 Chelsea Anderson JR INF 21 Britney Hammans JR OF 22 Payton Jackson SR INF 23 Helen Teal FR OF 24 Hannah Cawhorn FR INF Head Coach: Dusty Tidwell Assistant: Doug Tidwell, Mickey Duncan
PUT ME IN COACH – I’M READY TO PLAY Head coach Brandon Ellis looks for a season filled with opportunities as the 2015 football season rolls on. Warner after three of its first five games away from home will fly home as the postseason chase rolls on with the possible playoff deciding games at home the final two weeks of the season.
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WARNER FOOTBALL 2015 Sept. 4 – at Summit Christian Sept. 11 – vs. Hulbert Sept. 18 – at Panama Sept. 25 – vs. Pocola Oct. 2 – at Porter Oct. 9 – vs. Savanna Oct. 15 – at Talihina Oct. 23 – at Central Sallisaw Oct. 30 – vs. Gore Nov. 6 – vs. Quinton
EAGLES CROSS COUNTRY ON THE RIGHT TRAIL Strong and steady is the method of Warner cross-country teams as the fall season has started leading toward the state championships in October. Coach Mindi Peters welcomes the return of a strong group of runners for the girls and boys teams. The Lady Eagles won its first meet of the year with a group of runners including two seniors Jessica Kauffman and Becky Kauffman joined by a trio of juniors including Kailey Kilpatrick, Britney Hammans and Lessley Davis to anchor the girls squad plus the talents of sophomores Gabby Tucker, Mickayla Lawson, and Tonja Goodreau as well as three freshmen Jessica Duerson, Madison Bailey and Summer Lee. After a fourth place finish in the first event of the year, the boys will be strong showcasing the skills of three seniors Mekko Washington, Kelton Wiggins and Kaden Hammans plus sophomores Jake Perryman, Anthony Davies and Kade Bales. “We have proven performers per sure,” said Peters. “The combined talents of both teams will make for another strong season.” WARNER CROSS COUNTRY 2015 Sept. 12 Sequoyah Tahlequah Invitational 8:30am HS-JH-Elem. Sept. 17 Inola Invitational 3:15pm HS-JH-Elem. Sept. 22 Wagoner Invitational TBA HS-JH-Elem. Sept. 26 Warner Cow Chip Run 8:00am HS only Oct. 9 Owasso Invitational @ Mohawk Park 3:15pm HS only Oct 17 Class 2A Regional @ Henryetta 9:00am HS only Oct. 24 Class 2A State Championship @ Shawnee 8:30am HS only Nov. 7 Oklahoma Meet of Champions TBA
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Addison Elbon - Vian High School will help out others even more than me,” Elbon admits with a caring attitude of compassion. “Addie goes about her business the right way, working hard, respecting others and demanding only her best in everything she does,” said Albis Ramos, head softball coach at Vian. “She has the heart of a champion filled with compassion for the success of others.”
Understanding that someone is always watching, Elbon graciously accepts the opportunity to be a role model.
In today’s world, the demand for instant success…got to have it now society…making the right choice is not always the easy road to follow. Yet, for Addison Elbon, a junior a Vian High School, the road less traveled is the only way to long-term happiness. “Your character is evident by what you do not just what you say,” confirmed Elbon, a threeyear starter on the Lady Wolverines fastpitch softball team and part of Vian’s girls basketball team that reached the state tournament last season. “When nobody is watching you will you always do the right thing or just when you know someone is looking over your shoulder?” Known to her friends as Addie-bug, the eversmiling Elbon is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes huddle at Vian as well as the school’s National Honor Society resulting from a 4.0 GPA. “I try to approach everyday with a positive attitude determined to make a difference that
“Everyone is a role model, what kind of example is up to you,” said Elbon. “My first thought is to keep a positive approach no matter the circumstances. As an athlete, I realize that little kids are always watching your every move and listening to what you say. I’m always asking myself if I were looking through the fence, what kind of person would I see?”
“That’s Addison Elbon, always thinking about how to be a better influence by her every action,” said Ramos. “She’s going to earn your trust in everything she does, on and off the field.”
Respecting the influence and examples of role models in her life, Elbon admits if her dreams were to come true for a day, she’d like to be President of the United States with a desire to meet the country’s needs.
“I’ve been blessed to have positive influences in my life. My mom and dad (Shannon Ballinger and Jason Elbon) along with my softball coaches have proved to me the importance of being the same person in tough times and good times.” Perhaps that explains why Elbon takes to heart the importance of integrity no matter if she’s playing softball or basketball, taking a test in school or volunteering her time for community service.
“Addison defines integrity and every day she goes above and beyond the expected norm to show her teammates her desire to make the team better,” said Ramos. “She’s the type of young person you want your own kids to follow.”
“My first thoughts are do what’s right, be positive and make a difference in the final score. And at the same time, try to put a little sunshine into the lives of everyone everyday,” said Elbon.
Character, as defined by Webster, is the qualities built into an individual’s life that determine his or her response, regardless of circumstances. Through hard work and with a positive influence, Addison Elbon is making a difference that continues to build the highway to success.
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OKTAHA HIGH SCHOOL FFA Written by: Grace Blackwell, Oktaha Reporter
Have you ever met a group of peers, complete strangers to you at the beginning that end up being your family in four short days? Not many people can say yes to that question, but after attending Oklahoma FFA Alumni Camp, it’s safe to say that the family of Oktaha FFA has grown tremendously after attending camp this year. Grace Blackwell, Ashtyn Ayers, Brittny Richard, and Kaylee Watts of the Oktaha FFA chapter attended Alumni camp and left with improved leadership skills and priceless memories. The Tulsa Stockyards turned out to be a gold mine for the Oktaha FFA cattle grading team of Mazie Richards, Stetson Richards, Levi Hill, and Grace Blackwell as the team won second overall in the FFA cattle grading division. The high point individual, Grace Blackwell, of Oktaha won the FFA division and took home a scholarship and buckle along with the plaque won by the Oktaha FFA cattle grading team.
As the new school year begins, the new officer team from Oktaha stands ready to serve with ambitious goals set for this school year. Heading the Oktaha FFA chapter as President is Brittny Richards, Levi Hill serving as Vice President, Ashtyn Ayers as Secretary, Grace Blackwell as Reporter, Stetson Richards serving as Treasurer, and Josie Bolding as Sentinel. Although the school year is just kicking off, the new officers and entire chapter are all looking forward to COLT Conference, upcoming shows, cattle gradings, and numerous other activities planned for the Oktaha FFA chapter this year!
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EUFAULA Eufaula FFA students Cleo Giraldo, Aislynn Lancaster, Brianna Gawf, Matt Whelan, Rylee Battles, Sydney Fitzer, and Grant Dawson attended the Big 3 Field Days Livestock Judging Competition in Stillwater, Ok last week. The Big 3 Field Days are three days long with a different species to judge each day and an overall champion is totaled out of those three days. Team members Matt Whelan, Rylee Battles, Sydney Fitzer, and Grant Dawson placed 1st on sheep day and placed in the top twenty on beef and swine day. The team placed 10th overall out of three days of judging and 242 teams! This record is a first for Eufaula FFA. Matt Whelan placed 10th individually on sheep day and Rylee Battles Placed 13th. On beef day Sydney Fitzer placed 12th individually as well. There were 595 individuals participating in this event. While in Stillwater this group of students also competed in the Perkins Cattle Grading where they placed 8th out of 67 teams and Matt Whelan was also 8th individually. Students also toured the Robert Kerr Food and Agriculture Products Processing Facility where they learned how different food is developed and processed and how animals are properly and humanly slaughtered. They also toured the Reproduction Enterprises Incorporated facility that gave them a firsthand experience in modern livestock breeding and developing through the use of AI and Embryo Transfer in livestock. CHECOTAH
This summer has flown by! All summer long Checotah FFA members have maintained the community garden where all produce harvested is donated to the Checotah Senior Citizens center.
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The summer long effort yielded more than 1,200 pounds of produce. Checotah FFA members also mowed yards for the senior citizens.
Checotah FFA member, Juleah Hollingshed, attended the Washington D.C. Gen-I Initiative. This was a challenge for the Native American youth to make a big impact on their reservations or in their communities. Checotah FFA member, Zachary Ilbery attended the Washington Leadership Conference and went through the National FFA organization to learn about all aspects of leadership, and also had to create a Living to Serve Plan to help better our community. Six students including Zachary Ilbery, Jordan Curtis, Allison Carson, Chyanne Tidwell, Juleah Hollingshed, and Kamryn Box attended the Oklahoma FFA Alumni Leadership Camp designed to teach students how to become better leaders in their community and within their chapter.
Chapter officers for 2015-16 are President-Zachary Ilbery, Vice President-Jessica Willis, SecretaryJordan Curtis, Reporter-Juleah Hollingshed, Treasurer-Allison Carson, Sentinel-Brilan Oxtoby and Parliamentarian-Luke White. In the upcoming months, Checotah FFA has many different livestock shows, speech contests, as well as C.O.L.T conference. GANS
No time like the present to make things happen for members of the Gans FFA chapter. In July, members including Taylor Holmes, Ashley Cardwell, Drayden Brown and Ryan Rajsombat attended the 1st session of the Oklahoma FFA Alumni Camp held at Camp Tulakogee as participants learned more about self-leadership, chapter roles and team communication.
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Service to others remains important for Gans FFA as team members, along with other chapters, came
together to serve elders a meal at the Sequoyah County fairgrounds. Lending a helping hand were Cordell Malick, Brea Smith, Ryan Rajsombat, Ashley Cardwell, David Holmes, Joe DuVaul, Braden Forslund, Benton Malick and Taylor Holmes.
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Another school year begins with Muldrow FFA members already in service including the Muldrow Schools Club Fair and parent orientation led by officers of the Muldrow FFA chapter. Aloha Night was a real blast as chapter officers created energy with relay races, dance offs and small group chats. At this party, the officers were all in wild costumes to make the new members feel comfortable with getting up and having fun. The party was a vast success with the highest attendance for the past three years. Treyton Northern, a new Muldrow FFA member, reported that, “ It was a very fun event and I learned a lot in the small group session. I love the FFA.” Muldrow FFA now prepares for a busy month of September as show competition begins with chapter members participating. PORUM
The work is never done for members of the Porum FFA. The avid group of students spent the summer in a variety of activities including the OSU Big 3 Field Days as chapter members participated in judging exercises with sheep, goats, swine and cattle. Porum FFA members attending included Clayton Carter, Samantha Pearce, Michael Martin, David Barnes, Drew Spradlin, Sadie Carter, Drake Pound and Aubrie Ayers. With a new school year now underway, Porum FFA remains busy preparing for the upcoming show season.
Female State Champion. During the summer the officers traveled to Branson for an Officer Retreat, where they enjoyed a day of entertainment at Silver Dollar City. Several members also attended the FFA Alumni Leadership Camp. Stilwell FFA also has many upcoming events. The first of September starts the Adair County Fair then they will have participants in the Oklahoma-Arkansas State Fair, and Tulsa State Fair. VIAN
As school bells ring in the start of another school year, Vian FFA is already going to work following the lead of the newly elected chapter officers. Nathan Roberts will serve as President, Hayden Arnold as Vice President, Sydney McWaters-Secretary, Jayton Echardt-Treasurer, Trayton Roberts-Reporter and Josh Bolin-Sentinel. September’s lineup of activities is loaded with events including the northeast district COLT conference at Glenpool, Sequoyah County Fair in Sallisaw before ending the month attending the Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair in Fort Smith. WARNER
Over the summer the Warner FFA Chapter was very active. Starting out the summer at the Tulsa Stockyards Commercial Cattle Grading event with the team (Brooklyn Herriman, Kadee Holder, Jessica Duerson, and Nick Hayes) placing first and winning the contest with a score of 1180. Timber McKinney, Nick Hayes, STILWELL Danielle Sellers, Kaitlyn Good, Whitney Nelson, Jake Perryman, and Brooklyn Herriman attended Alumni Stilwell FFA found success at the Oklahoma State Camp. Six chapter members also attended the OSU Big Scholastic Shooting Sports Competition in El Reno. 3 Field Days and Perkins Cattle Grading Contest. As In the team competition Stilwell FFA was the State the school year of 2015-2016 arrived, the Warner FFA Champion Runner Up. Team members were Daniel chapter came out with a “BOOM” including the election West, Wyatt Sheets, Rhett Meyer, Austin Colvin, of new officers, Nick Hayes- President, Danielle SellersBrent Girdner, Josh Hammons, Tanner Fletcher, Chad Vice President, Kaitlyn Good- Reporter, Brooklyn Workman, Chad Hendrix, Logan Stephens, Kimber Herriman- Secretary, Timber McKinney- Treasurer, and Miller, Delaney McGee, Chloe Brown, Chasity Brown, Bobby Pilkerton- Sentinel. This year the Warner FFA and Terin Fletcher. Terin Fletcher was the Senior chapter started out with our annual Ice Cream Bash consisting of homemade ice cream, dodge ball, and creating ice cream sundaes on all six of the officers’ faces. The Chapter also attended the Midway FFA Warner FFA Webbers Falls FFA Mud Volleyball Tournament.
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As the fall season approaches, the schedule of events includes Cattle grading, Tulsa State Fair, Livestock Judging, and many more activities. One major event the chapter will be attending is National FFA Convention, in Louisville, Kentucky. At this event, we will be receiving our National Two Star Gold Emblem Chapter Award. This year we plan to “Amplify” our chapter and community! WEBBERS FALLS
Members of the Webbers Falls FFA were busy during the summer preparing for another exciting year of activities. Members of the group attended FFA Alumni Camp. Halie Brasuell will serve as Chapter President for the 2015-15 school year while Raychel Harris handles the responsibilities as Vice-President. Faith Treadwell is Webbers Falls reporter. FORT GIBSON
Another school year begins with members of the Fort Gibson FFA already at work. After participating in Alumni Camp and other activities, chapter members are busy preparing for the upcoming show season. This year’s officers include Jayme Hayes – President, Brendan Coleman – Vice President, Karlie Taylor – Secretary, Jake Parker – Treasurer, Daisy Dale – Reporter and Cortni Carman – Sentinel.
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“In all my 32 year career coaching cheerleaders, Alli is definitely one of the best ever,” said Tahlequah cheer coach Vickie Elliott. “She’s a very gifted athlete and has proven potential to earn All-State honors in three different sports. Alli leads by example and is a tremendous role for all the students at THS.” Congratulations ALLI GEORGE of Tahlequah High School…this month’s Cheer It Up Cheerleader of the Month.
RIDERS ON THE STORM
Hulbert Softball Continues Its Climb to the Top
Hulbert Lady Riders
After the final out last fall, the members of the Hulbert Lady Riders fastpitch softball team gathered together in the circle and made a commitment to prove they deserve to be among the chatter when discussing teams with the potential to reach the Class 2A state tournament in October. And following posting double digits wins to begin the year, attention is focusing on the success of coach Gary Riley’s squad. “You could see it in their eyes,” recalled Riley, “these girls are determined to prove to everyone they’re better than good.” With seven starters back on the roster that includes just one senior, Laney Keener, the offseason efforts of the Lady Riders are proving this year’s team has a chance
“These girls are determined to prove to everyone they’re better than good.” – Gary Riley
to reach the final eight-team bracket. The plan of action for Hulbert was trading the spring slowpitch season to improve their skills in all areas of the game. “Since August of last year, this group of girls have played more that 110 games together,” said Riley. “They hold each other accountable by their work ethic and even better they just enjoy being together as a team.” Among the list of talented players is a trio of juniors including shortstop Ashlyn Riley, second basemen Lindsey Dreadfulwater
and leadoff hitter Tina Buford behind the plate managing the game. “Tina’s a left-handed catcher that only knows one way to play all-in,” said Riley. “Ashlyn’s defense at short takes away what should be hits by the opponent and with Lindsey at second our play on the dirt is solid up the middle.” Freshman pitcher Katy Medlin is making an immediate impact in the circle as well as at the plate with long ball power while sophomore Jaci Richardson at first base is solid with the glove and a power hitter that bats clean up in the Riders batting order. “Every one of the girls on our team are filling their roles,” said Riley. “They do the little things right in practice and in games. Step one is win our district then let dust settle and see what happens. I like the direction we’re going as we play toward the playoffs.” HULBERT LADY RIDERS 2015 #1 Tina Buford JR C/P #2 CJ Bowlin FR LF #3 Lexi Rowan FR LF/C #4 Ashlyn Riley JR SS #6 Dixie Capps JR CF #8 Lindsey Dreadfulwater JR 2B/P #11 Laney Keener SR RF #16 Kylee Wells SO LF #22 Maddison Chuculate FR 1B/3B #23 Jaci Richardson SO 1B #24 Ashlin Stilwell SO 3B #27 Katy Medlin FR P
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Moments after completing another practice session for the upcoming season, VYPE caught up with Ashlyn Riley of Hulbert High School to answer questions for Triple Play. After getting her answers, we posed the questions to Ashlyn’s dad and coach of the Lady Riders, Gary Riley for his answers and then presented the challenge to Ashlyn’s softball teammate, Lindsey Dreadfulwater. Coach or teammate – who has the best score? A junior at Hulbert High School, Ashlyn Riley is a threeyear starter at shortstop for the Lady Riders softball team. The high energy leader of the squad, Riley has earned All-Conference the past two years and was the Big 8 Conference Defensive Player of the Year as a sophomore. A standout in the classroom, Riley maintains a 4.0 GPA and has plans to pursue a career in education with dreams of someday becoming a history teacher and coach just like her dad. Her BFF and teammate, Lindsey Dreadfulwater, is the second baseman and #2 pitcher on this year’s squad.
Ashlyn Riley Hulbert Softball
Lindsey Dreadfulwater Lifelong teammate and best friend
Ashlyn’s favorite subject in school?
History
History
History
Something Ashlyn would NEVER eat?
Peas
Peas
Seafood
Cookies, cake or or ice cream for dessert?
Ice Cream
Ice Cream
Ice Cream
Something Ashlyn is afraid of?
Snakes
Spiders
Snakes
Ashlyn’s locker room (aka bedroom) is clean & neat, organized chaos or out of bounds?
Tornado Alley
Tornado Alley (She can’t find anything)
Tornado Alley (She gets lost in there)
Ashlyn’s Guilty Pleasure?
Shopping with an unlimited spending on Dad’s credit card.
Shop ‘til she drops
Eat as much Mexican food as possible
Who is Ashlyn’s favorite athlete?
Lauren Gibson
Lauren Gibson
Jenny Finch
Facebook, Twitter or Instagram?
Twitter @bailey_buck5
What is Ashlyn’s pre-game ritual/superstition?
Run TWO foul poles & stretch
Mom puts a bow in her hair
She sleeps on the way to games
If she could be any person in the world for one day, Ashlyn would want to be?
Become the 1st woman President
Play on the U.S. National Softball team
1st Woman President
6 out of 10 (Dad/Coach – time to practice!)
6 out of 10 (Good Job – That’s what friends are for)
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Gary Riley Lady Riders Coach & Dad
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Eufaula Cheerleaders All-Americans
There’s good and then there’s GREAT…as in ALLAMERICAN. Five members of the Eufaula High School cheerleader squad recently earned All-American honors while taking part in the mid-summer cheer camp presented by the Universal Cheerleaders Association. Tyra Brown, a senior, along with three juniors including Keylee Hiler, Sierra Adams and Baylee Heflin plus freshman Cheyenne Fells earned the title All-American cheerleader after displaying their competition skills of a new cheer, dance and jump talents. The honors for the Eufaula quintet provide the group the opportunity to perform in a variety of UCA performances including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade along with a performance in London, England later this year. The offers will require the cheerleaders to raise funds to support the travel costs. Congratulations Tyra Brown, Keylee Hiler, Sierra Adams, Baylee Heflin and Cheyenne Fells as well as Eufaula High School cheerleaders for earning the All-American honors and this month’s Dunn Country Athletes of the Month.
Keylee Hiler, Sierra Adams, Tyra Brown, Baylee Heflin, Cheyenne Fells
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CHECOTAH vs. EUFAULA 100 YEAR OLD RIVALRY Wildcats and Ironheads Create Memories for Life
Football at every level has its rivalry series. College rival matchups like the Bedlam battles between OU and OSU and the Red River Rivalry between Oklahoma and Texas are well documented college gridiron memories. And, while there are high school series in Oklahoma that have been showcased for dramatic finishes, the yearly meeting of the Eufaula Ironheads and Checotah Wildcats has passionately developed into the oldest continuously running series in the state. What first began in 1915 with Checotah’s young men in blue posting a 7-0 shutout win over the maroon-clad Eufaula squad, this high energy series will be played on September 18th for the 100th time. And, as in the past 99 encounters, no doubt will provide another memory sure to last a lifetime. The feud between Eufaula and Checotah got its beginning resulting from arguments between the two communities about the location of the McIntosh County seat following statehood in Oklahoma in 1907. And, today, the 12 miles of highway connecting the two towns will be jammed packed with fans of the Wildcats making the quick journey to Paul Bell Stadium for the annual pigskin showdown with much more than just a chance for an early season victory.
The list of players competing in this century old series is undeniably talent rich. Wildcats of gridiron success include Tracy Scroggins who later played for the Detroit Lions in the NFL as well as All-State selections including Bill Miner (46-47), Raymond Ledbetter (55-57), and Rusty Martin, a 1961 All-American honorable mention. Eufaula’s names are well known including the three Selmon brothers, Lee Roy, Lucious and Dewey who became OU All-Americans and later stars in the N-F-L. Another one of the Ironhead greats is quarterback J.C. Watts, who also played at OU before becoming a U.S. congressman, whose experiences of playing for the bragging rights prepared him for the “big game” experiences on the college level.
“It’s like nothing else when Eufaula plays Checotah,” said Watts. “Throw the stats out the window and expect the unexpected. I remember Coach Switzer telling me what to expect about Bedlam and OU-Texas games and thought to myself, I’ve played in games like this before, I played in the McIntosh County series.” Because of the school spirit, it was rare that Eufaula and Checotah students would mix in social circles, even though Watts admits he once dated a girl from Checotah while in high school. Today, perhaps due to social media communica22
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tion, friendships between players and students exist, just not during “game week”. Wildcat cheerleader Shyla Harrell’s boyfriend is Eufaula kicker Jake Hunn but says he’s off limits before the game. “To keep peace, we’re going to avoid one another, but I’ll be sure that he knows that Checotah wins,” laughed Harrell.
Ironheads linebacker Hunter Schaeffer promises no game secrets will be shared by text, tweet or phone. “I’m going to take away Jake’s phone,” said Schaeffer. “He can get it back after we win.”
It’s hard to believe the two schools have battled for bragging right 99 times in the past and the series is separated by just two games as Checotah holds a 50-48 advantage over Eufaula with one tie that happened 60 years ago in 1955. The average score is even closer with Ironheads holding the 17-16 lead going into this year.
The two coaches with the most wins in the series remain popular figures in their communities. Legendary Paul Bell, for whom the playing field at Eufaula is named, coached the Ironheads from 1962-1979 while claiming 12 wins. Ray Grandstaff, who spent 21 years as the Wildcats football coach, cherishes 13 wins over the team
from across the big pond.
“Hard as it may be for some to believe, coach Bell and I have been friends all along, even while coaching football,” said Grandstaff. “But not for that week. And when the game was over, coach Bell always sent his wife to offer condolences or a pat on the back. When we won, she’d say you saved your job. When they won, Louise would tell me you better start looking for another job.” Bell agrees with that man in blue confirming the friendship of the two coaches. Known for his inspiration and fiery pregame challenges, Bell recalled early day locker room preparations as well as the excitement of the games.
“People tell you I had a special way of creating emotion with locker room and restroom decals with a Wildcat logo specifically placed,” laughed Bell. “This is the best of the best, like a family reunion. All blue on one side and a standing room only band of Ironheads wearing all maroon. With this being number 100, you better come early or plan to watch from outside the fence.” Current day coaches, Chad Hendricks of Checotah and Eufaula’s Larry Newton, Jr. like their predecessors are true friends having coached together when the two were on staff at Skiatook but look the other way during the one week leading up to the game.
Checotah 1954
“When I took the job at Checotah, Larry called me and said you dirty rascal you want to be a Wildcat,” chuckled Hendricks, who enters his third matchup in the series seeking a second win. “Our kids and our fans enjoy the spirit of the game for sure. I’ll try to avoid getting caught up in the hype and stay in the moment.” Eufaula coach Larry Newton is a life-long part of the series growing up in Eufaula, playing in the game (1985-88) and now coaching against one of his best friends, Hendricks. “We don’t talk, text or email each other for a solid week, I guess you’d say there’s an agreed to gag-rule, smiled Newton. “Social media has changed the bitterness in the rivalry from when I played here. If we went there, trouble followed and the same when they came to Eufaula.” Grandstaff agreed with Newton on the “highspirit” of the game and specific instructions when he was coaching.
“In 1984, we were getting ready for a pep rally in the gym but none of my players were showing up,” said Grandstaff. “I found out they’d gone to Eufaula and the law was waiting for them and put them all in jail.
With the help of Jim Hays, fortunately we got them released in time. I was so upset I didn’t say a word to the kids in the locker room before the game. I guess to get me to talk they knew we better win. Fortunately we did.” Jim Barrett of Checotah and Larry Newton Sr share similar memories about the rivalry. Barrett, a teammate of coach Bell on the 1958 national championship team at Northeastern State, was an assistant for 30 years for the Wildcats.
“I only see one color…true blue,” Barrett claimed. “Every piece of clothes I have is Checotah blue. We had some really good games but I was always told you beat Eufaula or you might lose your job.”
Like Barrett, Newton has 30 years as an assistant coach on top of playing in the game three times from 19651967.
Eufaula 1967
“My sophomore year we had a parade and coach Bell had made a cat out of wood and tied it on the back of a station wagon and dragged it all over town,” Newton said with a wink. “That week we gave coach Bell his first win 40-8. It’s always a special game no matter what. I don’t own anything blue and don’t like cats.” The stories passed down through the generations to today’s players no doubt have been exaggerated with time but the importance of the game remains strong with both teams. “My family has been a part of the rivalry almost since it started,” said Hunter Powell, Eufaula linebacker who is a fourth generation member of the Ironheads. “Bood Pipkins, Chichi Pipkins, Rodney Powell now me. And we all want to win this game.”
Jim Barrett - Chad Hendricks - Ray Grandstaff
“If you go to school at Checotah, you know this is a big game,” said Wildcats’ quarterback Andrew Sands. “And being the 100th meeting is a once in a lifetime matchup. And, we’re focused to be sure we take care of business.” There’s no doubt the atmosphere under the Friday night lights takes on a special feeling whenever Checotah and Eufaula play football. And when the teams meet for the 100th time, the family feud will reach even higher decibels of spirit, energy and memories. “You get lifelong memories from a game like this,” said Grandstaff. “And when today’s players and students reunite in 50 years, they’ll still be talking about who won number 100. What will they say? We could’ve won or we did? Checotah and Eufaula nothing else compares.”
Larry Newton Sr. - Larry Newton - Paul Bell
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FAST FACTS All-time Series: Checotah 50 wins Eufaula 48 1 Tie Average Score: Eufaula 17 Checotah 16
Most Points Scored (Combined) 97 points (1990 Eufaula 63 Checotah 34) Total number of shutout wins: Checotah 18 Eufaula 14
Only Game Ending in a Tie: 1955 Eufaula 6 Checotah 6 Most Lopsided Scores: by Checotah 66-6 (1956) by Eufaula 44-0 (2000 & 2001)
Longest Winning Streaks: by Checotah (9 games) 1956-1964 by Eufaula (9) 19992007
THEY SAID IT... CHAD HENDRICKS, Checotah: There’s bragging rights and no better way to prepare for district play. Of course I’m going to pick the Wildcats.
to do our job, play our best and leave with the W. HUNTER SCHAEFFER, Eufaula: It’s a win for the ages, young and old. Eufaula 31-28 DREW DAN, Checotah: Andrew and I hook it up a bunch of times for scores. I’m going to leave with a smile on my face.
HUNTER POWELL, Eufaula: Ironheads pitch the shutout 14-nothing and we keep the trophy.
HANNAH CLAY, Checotah: There’s nothing good that comes from south of the lake, Checotah wins. HOPE GLOVER, Eufaula: Cow bells and whistles will be loud and watch out for the Train. Go Ironheads!
LARRY NEWTON, Eufaula: Expect the unexpected every time. Gotta go Ironheads.
RAY GRANDSTAFF: The teams are talents and match up pretty even with plenty of good player on both sides. Checotah atones for last year 21-17. PAUL BELL: In this series, home field advantage doesn’t make much difference. It’ll come down to the 4th quarter, who has the ball last and Ironheads get number 100, 21-17.
ANDREW SANDS, Checotah: We’re here
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Pitching depth that includes a seven man rotation, rock solid defense and productive swings of the bat have the Wister Wildcats off to a championship level performance during the opening month of the fall baseball season. In the first 15 outings, Wister pitchers have limited opponents to just two runs or less including eight shutouts among the teams 14 wins. “We’ve got seven kids that can move it up there, including a quartet of lefthanders,” said head coach John McAlester. “With that many arms to rotate really improves our ability to limit runs scored.” Wister’s talent-laden 26-player lineup card creates versatility at almost every position on the dirt. At the plate, the Wildcats continue to put together timely hits to post numbers to the scoreboard. Among the first month results includes winning the annual Carl Albert State College baseball tournament and as the fall schedule moves to the final month of the regular season, the “Cats’ Eyes” are eager to find gold by winning the Class A state baseball championship. Jesse Hammans Sr. Adrian Gonzales Sr. Wes Wisdom Sr. Beto Johnson Sr. Wade Wisdom Sr. Scotty Gibson Jr. Jake Sconyers Jr. Ethan Billings Jr Koby Midgley Jr. Grant Shipman Jr. Kolton Lynn Jr. Walker Newton Jr. Seth Hill Jr. Cash Ballentine So. Bryar Ward So. Jeffrey Morris So. Kenden Thornburg So. Kaiden Jackson So. Austin Brooks So. Caleb Stacy Fr. Braeden Cepeda Fr. Jacob Martin Fr. Tommy Martin Fr. Dylan Shafer Fr. Jordan Lee Fr. Cody Cooper Fr.
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The chase for ‘the big gold ball’ begins with high school football teams in Three Rivers chasing the playoffs and giving fans plenty to cheer about. Here’s how we rank the VYPE Top 10 high school football teams…
1. WAGONER – The Bulldogs cast of returning talent on both sides of the football including VYPE Top 100 pick A.J. Freeth along with Scottie Patton, Malcolm Rodriguez, Nikia Jones and K.J. Lee has the defending Class 4A champs on top of the preseason poll. 2. ROLAND – Top 100 selection Manuel Bunch plus Brady Robertson, Gavin Lynch and Isaiah Chandler top the list of 39 returning lettermen as the Rangers chase the Class 3A gold ball this year. 3. POTEAU – The Pirates sail into 2015 in search of a gold ball treasure with VYPE Top 100 choices Roger Barcheers and Austin Archey as captains of the ship along with Speedy Skelton and Ben Klutts. 4. MUSKOGEE – After a four-year absence, the Roughers seek a return to the Class 6A playoffs in 6A-II with VYPE Top 100 Tavian Davis, Quintahj Cherry, Molijah Gilbert, and Thaddeus Billings leading the charge. 5. HILLDALE – The Hornets have big reasons to expect victories under the Friday night lights including VYPE Top 100 Bailey Puckett and Wyatt Gassaway as well as Grant Sikes, Cole Kiser and Tyler Gober.
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6. CHECOTAH – With Top 100 receiver Drew Dan joining Andrew Sands, Derek Bollinger and Randy Wood the ‘Cats are focused to win the 100th edition of the McIntosh County war plus a 3A-6 district crown and more. 7. CENTRAL SALLISAW – The Tigers boasts experience, speed and size with Wesley Busch, Shade Nofire, Ethan Girty, Otis Stewart, Brady Favre, Garrett Hill and Trajon Lattimore back to bolster the lineup. 8. VIAN – The Wolverines strength will be upfront with Jakob Curry and Shelton Skaggs anchoring play along with playmakers Garrett Willis, Rayne Cloud and Terron Moses. 9. EUFAULA – Top 100 choice Shane Moore joins Gunner Ford, Hunter Schaeffer and Jesse Walker as the Ironheads seek the 3A-8 district crown and a deep playoff run in 2015. 10. FORT GIBSON – Greg Whiteley takes the reins as head coach and will ride the efforts of Top 100 pick Chris Walker, Michael Rosales and Justin Cates to return the Tigers back to the Class 4A postseason contests.
TRAINING FOR THE FUTURE – GOING GREEN
Muskogee’s new indoor facility becomes the home of tomorrow’s champions
By Wendy Burton
Muskogee High School’s new indoor practice facility had folks all abuzz during its ribboncutting celebration in early September.
Athletes and coaches joined the Greater Area Muskogee Chamber of Commerce for the symbolic ribbon-cutting, then took the public on the “grand tour” of the $2.5 million facility – reminding everyone why “it’s always a great day to be a Rougher.” The “Rougher Training Center,” funded by a 2013 bond issue, is 38,000 square feet of space dedicated to all sports at Muskogee High School.
The building features a full-size baseball/ softball diamond, a 2,681 square foot weight
training room which doubles as a storm shelter, 16 private showers, four locker rooms, six offices, five equipment storage spaces and more. Next to the baseball diamond are netted areas for golf, tennis, batting and more. And the main space is easily divided by mechanically lowered-nets so more than one team can practice at a time. MPS Director of Maintenance and Project Manager Wayne Johnson said the new facility opens the door to all MHS athletes, who sometimes were bused to different facilities for practice and training. It also keeps practices going, no matter if it’s raining or snowing outside.
“This building is a real gem for our athletes,”
he said. “And something Muskogee schools and our community can be proud of.”
For coaches, who sometimes had practices called off for weeks at a time during last year’s rainy season, the building is the best gift they could have received from the 2013 bond issue and voters.
For other coaches, whose teams didn’t have dedicated locker and training space before, the new facility is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
Head girls track and cross country Coach Angie Hillmon said the new facilities make her team feel more like a part of the athletic department, rather than being shuffled around to find space to work out and practice as they have for years. “This facility brings us up to the level of what a lot of schools we compete against already had. This is a wonderful thing,” Hillmon said. For more information, contact the MPS Athletic Department at (918) 684-3700.
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IT’S MORE THAN A GAME
ICTC Sports Medicine Students Learn By Doing “I’m pursuing a career in the medical field as a PA (Physician’s Assistant),” confirmed Berry a member of the Haymakers’ football and basketball teams. “It’s the perfect stepping stone to get there.”
Dean, a member of the softball teams T.J.Berry – Melanie Daniels at Gore, continues to fulfill a lifelong dream through the While attending high school sporting sports medicine training at ICTC. events, we’ve all wondered what’s happening on the field when a player is in“Since my childhood, I’ve wanted to be a jured during a game. Students enrolled in physical therapist. A couple of years ago the Sports Medicine program at Indian Capital Technology Center know the answer and gain skills to handle specific situations in a curriculum that revolves around learning by doing. Forty students make up the enrollment for the two classes at ICTC-Muskogee led by Meagan Caldwell, who brings 15 years certification and hands-on experience to teach her students what matters most and how to have fun at the same time.
“We only spend about a third of the time discussing terminology along with anatomy and physiology and the rest of the time learning through activities that help the student know what to do and why,” said Caldwell now in her fourth year at ICTC.
Many of the students return to their schools involved with sports teams as student trainers and managers while some including T.J. Berry of Haskell and Melanie Dean of Gore enjoy learning for the future.
“We learn by doing gaining knowledge that may one day save a life.” -Melanie Daniels
my mom was in a car accident and I was her P-T person. I wish I’d had this class before then. We’re learning by doing gaining knowledge that may one day save a life,” said Dean.
then can’t wait take another turn,” said Caldwell.
“Learning how and why the body works, head to toe, and how to recover from or prevent an injury is something that I can help my teammates and coaches at school,” said Berry.
“All the machines are really great. Learning about the muscles in the body, how to stretch is exciting to me and learning how to use the equipment to improve injury recovery as well as speed up the healing time,” Dean said. Students involved in the sports medicine program at ICTC will gain certification in CPR/1st Aid in addition to gaining an advantage for future opportunities.
“A lot of our students, like T.J. and Melanie, will pursue careers in medicine or one day become athletic trainers after college. What they learn at ICTC gives every student a 1-up advantage,” said Caldwell.
Learning by doing gives the students in the sports medicine program an expanded appreciation for sports and their experiences provide awareness that its more than a game.
Caldwell says students have a curiosity about the curriculum and by the end of the program become a team confident of their abilities. “Our students want to learn by doing. They’ve heard about the modality lab that includes ice and heat treatments that requires getting into the ice bath and whirlpool. They dread it the first time and
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RUNNING THE RACE The trail to a cross country championship is filled with challenges including courses filled with uphill and downhill routes sometimes made even longer when the paths are muddy due to heavy rains. running cross-country? VanMeter: I didn’t really get interested until my first couple of meets as a freshman.
Standridge: My sophomore year I bet Deven Bond that if she won the mile against a girl she’d never beat, I’d run cross-country, if she lost I wasn’t. Sure glad Deven won! Hummingbird: My mom (coach) forced me to run when I was little then I slowly became to love it!
Dick: When I was 3 or 4 years old, I started running around the block 4 or 5 times with my grandpa.
Washington: I’ve always loved to run, cross-country is a lot of the reasons why.
DAISY VANMETER - HENRYETTA The level of talent running for the cross-country gold medals this fall continues to slash times while increasing the total team results creating a race to win a state title. The 2015 list of Oklahoma’s best cross-country runners includes Class 3A girls defending state champion, Daisy VanMeter, Kandace Standridge of Poteau and Wagoner’s Arizona Hummingbird on the girls routes while Tahlequah’s Joshua Dick, Mekko Washington of Warner and Sequoyah Tahlequah’s Cody Christie will no doubt be among the leaders of the pack running to the prize on the boys’ trails at the OSSAA cross country championship in October. VYPE collected the thoughts of these six runners to get an inside look at what makes cross-country competition so rewarding. 1. VYPE: How did you become interested in
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Christie: I didn’t start until my sophomore year when we needed one more runner for the team. Once I bonded with the group and saw how much XC meant to them and how hard they worked, I was hooked.
2. VYPE: What kind of surface do you prefer to run? Why? (Muddy-Grass-Track) VanMeter: I train in all kinds of weather but really like to run in the mud because I’ve got an advantage over “fair-weather” runners.
Standridge: With cross-country, I love the grass course but a little mud is also a bonus.
Hummingbird: My preference is pavement running in a supportive shoe.
Dick: I like the mud…it brings out the child in me.
Washington: My preference is on a track because I’m a more effective runner on a flat surface.
on my legs.
3. VYPE: How many miles per week do you average running? VanMeter: Depends upon where we are in season, right now about 45 miles a week. Standridge: Typically about 45 miles a week; coach says we’ll cap out around 60 mile by season’s end. Hummingbird: My team and I average 25-30 miles and I can really feel it by the end of the week.
Dick: On average I’ll run 40-50 miles per week. Washington: I’ll run a minimum of 20 miles every week, sometimes more.
Christie: I’ll average 35-45 miles a week depending on if we have a race that week. 4. VYPE: In your opinion, what’s the most misunderstood thing about the sport of crosscountry? Why?
VanMeter: The biggest confusion is the difference between XC and track, they’re totally different and the unpredictable terrain in XC is a total game changer. Standridge: People have no idea that we run no matter whether it’s raining, snowing or freezing cold. Running in a tank top and spandex at 35 degrees makes you tough (and a little crazy).
Hummingbird: I think the most misunderstood thing is how you have to know how to pace yourself or you won’t reach you’re potential. Dick: Most people believe cross-country is just running. NO! It’s so much more including selfcontrol and discipline all year round to be the best you can be.
Christie: I like the grassy trails because it’s easier
Washington: Most people think its just running; but it’s just as much a mental race as physical effort.
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Washington: I fuel for a race with water and fruit before I run then plenty of Gatorade and lots of food after the event. Christie: Hydration the days leading up to a race is a definite requirement. I don’t eat a lot on race days but I also don’t want to be in the middle of a race on an empty stomach resulting in feeling drained. 7. VYPE: How important is a good start to the race?
Cody Christie Christie: In opinion, most people think running is easy and you just take your time and stay in a comfort zone, but the last time I checked no one ever broke a record doing that. For me, it’s about being better than I was the day before. Most people have no idea the time and hard work required to be a champion runner. 5. VYPE: What’s on your mind while you’re running? How do you block out distractions/focus on the race? VanMeter: I keep my mind on my breathing and the course ahead of me. When I’m in the pack, I focus on picking off the girls in front of me one at a time.
Standridge: On long runs, I count rabbits (21 at the most). Before a race I need my time to pray. During the race, I’m always talking to the other runners. Most of the time I focus on what I can see. If there’s a big hill, I’ll tell myself there’s a big downhill on the other side and surge to the top. Hummingbird: I can block out distractions by maintaining my focus on my pace.
Dick: I listen closely to Coach Proctor’s advice before the race. Once it starts I know my teammates expect my best effort and anything less I feel like I’m letting down the team effort. Washington: If there’s a runner in front of me, I maintain my focus on him until I can move past the next runner.
Christie: I try to stay calm, don’t panic and just run my race as fast I can and focus on nothing else but running the race and the finish line. 6. VYPE: What do you do to fuel your body for competition? Before the race? After?
VanMeter: It starts with a good breakfast on race day and lot of water. Afterwards, chocolate milk is my personal favorite recovery drink. Standridge: Junk food makes me feel really gross. Body fuel is an everyday thing not just the week of a race. The night before it’s Pasta Party. The morning of the event, I want pancakes no matter how early I have to get up and then I eat nothing two hours before the start. Afterwards, I’m all in on grilled chicken and plenty of fluids.
Hummingbird: The day before I drink lot of water and eat lots of carbs to fuel my body. Then following the event, I’ll run another mile to cool down then chug down some Gatorade. Dick: Our team training includes pre-race meals including Italian food. We always enjoy a trip to Napolis to power up for the next day’s race.
VanMeter: The start is the key to keep from getting boxed in the field of runners.
Standridge: A good start is a must because XC is not just about time, it’s all about placement. You want to be in the front pack as early as possible to help drop your times and now when it’s time to start your kick to the finish. Hummingbird: A good start is as important as a great finish. I try my hardest to always start strong.
Dick: With a good start I can just focus on the race and keeping my pace through to the finish line. Washington: The start is very important because you don’t want to get boxed into a group not on the front and then have chase the leaders to try and make it up.
Christie: The start of the race is vital. If you go out slow you get stuck playing catch up; however, if you go too fast, you risk dying out early. Good start and pace are critical. 8. VYPE: How and when do you decide to turn it up or slow down your pace?
VanMeter: If I’m in the pack, I keep up the pressure to get clear. When I’m in the lead, just run my own race at my own pace with a hard kick to the finish line. Standridge: I’m pretty good at going off feel and I can tell when I’m off my pace. If that happens I tell myself its time to go. Plus, my Garmin watch really helps.
slow down in the middle of the race. I don’t worry about a kick at the end because if you want to win bad enough, you’ll find a way to always finish strong. 9. VYPE: What are your expectations for the team this year?
VanMeter: The girls on our team are devoted to working hard and perform to the best of our ability.
Standridge: I hope the underclassmen fall in love with running like I do. Too many people have a negative mindset and it breaks my heart. There’s nothing more liberating than a good run. Hummingbird: Wagoner expects our girls and boys teams to go to state. We’re competitive and close knit groups who challenge each other for excellence.
Dick: Everyone on the team at Tahlequah is dedicated to push our bodies to heights they never thought possible.
Washington: Our first destination is improved times every race. Next stop is the state tournament and then hopefully finish at the top.
Christie: Individually, my expectations are sky high and even though our team is young, it may be a bold statement but our team expects to reach the state tournament. We’re aiming for the top of the list. 10. VYPE: Who is your biggest rival? Team? Individual? Why?
VanMeter: When I’m on the starting line, every other runner is my greatest rival because when the gun sounds you just don’t know what will happen because there are so many variables. As far as teams, the girls at Chisholm are at the top of my list.
Standridge: Hands down, Plainview. That’s probably most people’s rival because they’re so good.
Hummingbird: My team doesn’t have a rival specifically. We know there are a lot of great teams like Plainview that are always strong.
Hummingbird: After the start at about 400 meters I’ll pick up my pace and maintain until the last 800 meters when I’ll push up the pace to the finish line.
Dick: Our biggest rivals are ourselves because we can’t control the other teams or individuals. We can only determine what we do to perform at our best every time.
Dick: I like to push the pace when others are struggling and then see how far I can push myself.
Washington: Brad Davis and I have competed against each other more times than I can count.
Washington: I turn up my pace early on in a race and only let up when I have control. Christie: I like to start strong and stay with the front pack of runners and avoid a
Christie: We have always had a good rivalry with Riverside; but honestly the competition is so tough that every runner and team is a rival. It’s still about what you can control and that’s only yourself and your team.
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