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Pregame A letter from Lynn Jacobsen

16 | Jenks-Union Rivalry

A rebirth. A renewal.

Editor Kyle Kendrick takes an unbiased look at the Backyard Bowl in the first segment of a two-part feature on the Jenks-Union rivalry. He’s excited about it and thinks you should be too.

22 | VYPE Top 100 VYPE Top 100 has been announced and we look at all the Tulsa area athletes who made the list. Go online and vote for your athlete because all VYPE Top 100 recipients are eligible for the Shelter Insurance Mr. Football Award.

31 | Softball Top Ten We take a look at the Top Ten things to watch this softball season. Can a certain Class 6A team make history? Who will emerge as the team to beat in Class 5A? Read it all here.

August is to high school athletes what spring is to winter – a rebirth, renewal..

Anticipation is high as athletes across the state gear up for the same thing – the quest for a gold ball. Some even dare to dream about the Holy Grail, otherwise known as the perfect season.

Already, athletes are hitting their stride in softball, volleyball and cross country. Football practices were gearing up at press time of this publication. With our statewide Pigskin Preview on newsstands we turn our attention to our monthly and quarterly publications.

Highlighting the August issue is an intriguing look at the Backyard Bowl as seen through the eyes of VYPE staffer Kyle Kendrick, who offers his perspective as a first-time viewer in a game that has become one of, if not, the top rivalry in the Southwest United States.

Follow along with us for what we hope is a magical year for all the great young ladies and men in high schools throughout Oklahoma.

As I wrap up my first season at VYPE, I look forward to another exciting year. Please let us know your thoughts, suggestions, story ideas via email at Oklahoma@vypeok.com. Follow us on twitter @ vypeok, like us on Facebook.

Our goal at VYPE is simple – promote the terrific young people within the state of Oklahoma. Have a great 2013-14 everyone and hope to see you at a game.

Lynn Jacobsen (twitter: @lynnjacobsen) VYPE Oklahoma Senior Writer

35 | Volleyball Top Ten The Top Ten things to watch in volleyball this season are examined here. Take a look at this must-read list that examines things like the parity that has started to show its head in Class 5A and the continued success of programs like Cascia Hall.

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40 | All-State Recaps

We run down all the action that took place at the OCA All-State games. What stars shined brightest? Did the West or the East claim more titles? If you want to know about it we have you covered.

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Pigskin Rankings I was wondering how you come up with your rankings in the Pigskin Preview?

I was looking at the rankings for Class 6A and 5A scratching my head wondering how you can rank teams before they even start practice?

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I recently picked up a copy of the Pigskin Preview at Steve’s Sundry.

I was amazed at the size of this magazine. Once again VYPE has proved why you are the best at covering high school football. As a parent I just wanted to say thanks and keep up the good work.

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Editor’s Note: Thanks for the email Reggie. Preseason rankings are unique because they haven’t played yet, but we do consider many factors like graduation, move-ins and last year’s results. If you look back at our track record I would say we’ve done pretty good.

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Editor’s Note: Thanks Linda and yes we are all over fast pitch softball. Fast pitch is one of our favorite sports to cover.

Let’s Get Real I’ve been reading VYPE Magazine since it first started. It was called High School Sports the Magazine back then. I wish all of these other pretenders would stop trying to cover high school sports. You guys do a great job and you’re not afraid to come to the north side like other people. Thanks VYPE we got your back.

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Softball ready to roll Some teams rebuild, others reload.

Then there’s Broken Arrow, the perennial state tournament stalwarts and queen bees of high school softball.

Broken Arrow finds itself with only four fulltime returning starters off a state semifinalist and 30-4 team.

The biggest challenge facing coach Randall King’s team this year isn’t talent but rather leadership.

Seniors McKenzie Adams and Hannah Smith are entrusted with the coveted role along with a select group of juniors.

“We have 14 juniors,” King said.

“Hopefully they can do the things we expect of them.”

Adams and Smith return to the outfield alongside junior Hannah Heinrichs, who also started last year. Junior shortstop Caitlin Paolini brings experience to the infield.

“That’s the biggest thing. I tell our teams every year is that leadership is the biggest part of it,” King said.

Count sophomore second baseman Kinzy Mathis among the young players ready to lead.

“She’s already taken on that role,” King said. “That will be the biggest thing for our team. How that goes will determine how we go.”

The Lady Tigers have a host of young players who have varsity experience in pitchers Ashley Watts and Taylor Johnson, Mathis and catcher/designated player Ashley Chesser. Watts anchors the pitching staff after going 8-1 with a 1.31 ERA. Others with varsity experience include infielders Kaleigh Crawford, Bailey Hulet and Alexa Romero.

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Still The Best Bigtime crowds, Division-1 recruits, massive student bodies, University of Tulsa atmosphere, and a little bit of magic. That's what makes Jenks vs. Union the best around.

VYPE newby Kyle Kendrick is an outsider who dives into the rivalry head-first.

Jenks versus Union. The “Backyard Bowl.”

It’s truly a great rivalry; but exactly how good is what I am going to examine in this two-part feature. I was asked to write this

story because I don’t have a dog in the fight. I grew up in Kansas, I have covered the northern part of the state for previous jobs and I went to college in Alva so there is no bias on my part and I can truly give an outsiders perspective when I attend my first Jenks-Union game on Sept. 13.

But before I examine some of the intricacies about this “Backyard Bowl” let me list some of my qualifications that allow me to write this piece.

First off I know rivalries. Growing up in Arkansas City, Kansas it’s impossible not to. You see our rival is Winfield and the

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hatred goes back to the origins of the two towns.

The story goes that Ark City was formed first, but to be named the county seat you had to ride to the state capitol on horseback and register your town’s name before anyone else in the county did. Well, needless to say after a series of tragic events Winfield beat us to the punch, became the county seat, and the rivalry was spawned.

Throughout my childhood the rivalry resulted in several acts of vandalism on both sides and a lot of bad blood. When you made a mistake in practice our coaches would yell, “That’s how they do things in Winfield! If you want to do that stuff go to Winfield!” I could go on and on with this stuff but you get the picture.

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the Ark City-Winfield rivalry isn’t the

only thing that makes me somewhat of an expert on the topic of rivalries. Before I came to VYPE I worked at the Ponca City News and had the privilege to cover several great rivalries. Tonkawa and Newkirk have an outstanding rivalry that dates back nearly 100 years. Although in that area it just doesn’t get any bigger than Blackwell and Perry. The two schools not only share a mascot, but both are also perennial powers in wrestling making the rivalry that much better.

I also have witnessed other rivalries in Oklahoma as a fan like the “Soul Bowl” between Douglass and Millwood. My wife is also from Crescent and let me tell you just listening to

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her and people she graduated with I can tell you that Crescent versus Cashion has to be on a list of greatest rivalries in the state.

Possibly the best qualification I can give however is that I am a massive Kansas Jayhawks fan and rivalries simply don’t get better than Kansas vs. Missouri.

Seriously ask anybody in the office and they will tell you about my serious hatred for Missouri, it runs deep.

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teams first squared off in 1949; which definitely meets the longevity factor. Both teams are very evenly matched, both teams have an amazing winning tradition and the rivalry has definitely seen its share of improbable outcomes and

For this feature I will be comparing the “Backyard Bowl” to all of those rivalries plus a few others. I also want to outline Jeffrey Mead, Carson Meier, Coleby Evans what makes a great rivalry in my eyes before I break down some things I comebacks. The schools definitely will be looking for in this matchup in meet the geography factor with particular. athletes from the two schools attending some of the same churches, Number one, great rivalries have grocery stores, and eating in the great tradition. That goes for the same restaurants. Looking at it from programs but also other things that the surface its easy to see the rivalry may happen surrounding the game. meets all of the criteria of what Number two, great rivalries makes a great rivalry but the question always have longevity. is just how great? The “Backyard It can’t be Tom Brady’s Bowl” certainly does have things that Patriots against Peyton put it in a whole new category. Things Manning’s Colts, sure like NFL Films coming to the game that was great for a few years but it had to document the rivalry or various no staying power. national magazines recognizing the rivalry in their publications. Is that The third thing enough to make it the best rivalry in that all great the state? I am anxious to find out. rivalries So now that we have outlined all of have is improbable outcomes and comebacks.

Great players can also make a rivalry great, but more importantly the teams need to be evenly matched, one team can’t have five or six DI players while the other doesn’t have any players that will play at the next level. Another thing that makes a great rivalry is geography. A certain closeness comes with most great rivalries.

The Jenks-Union rivalry has all of these things. The two

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the basics lets get to this year’s game.

After hearing all the hype I am going to look at a few things in particular when the two teams line up against each other.

The first key matchup I will be watching is the Jenks defensive backs versus the Union wide receivers. The Trojans have an extremely talented secondary but the Redskins receivers are pretty talented in their own right and won’t be intimidated.

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The second key matchup I will be watching will be the Union running game against the Jenks linebackers. Sure Union has some great pass catchers but they also have two very reliable running backs in Justin Silmon and Terrel Buchanan. Both Silmon and Buchanan ran for over 1,000 yards last season but Jenks linebackers like Trent Taber, Luke Thompson and Danny Hoyt will provide a stiff test for the two Union ball carriers.

The third big matchup I will be watching this year is the Union offensive line versus the Jenks defensive line. Union has some holes to fill up front and Jenks will be looking to exploit that fact with defensive lineman like Marquise “Q” Overton and Tyler Thomas.

Both teams also will be looking to fill holes at several key positions.

Union will be trying to find players to step up on the defensive line, at linebacker and at defensive back.

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playing at Tulsa University, graduated in May as did linebacker, David Todd and free safety Chase Dahlquist. Dahlquist is now on the football roster at the University of Texas San Antonio.

Jenks will also need to find somebody to step up at several spots although most of their big losses came on offense not defense. The Trojans lost 2012 Mr. Football award winner and all-time leading rusher Tey’Vonne Barre. Wide receiver Jordan Smallwood is now at Oklahoma at fellow wide receiver Trey Michalczewski was drafted into major league baseball. Jenks also needs to replace both quarterback Kyle Alexander and offensive lineman Brandon Waggoner who both graduated in May. I for one simply can’t wait for this game to happen so I can finally experience this epic showdown first hand. Be sure to look for the second part of this feature where I will be giving my reflections on the game and the rivalry in general.

The last 10 years 2002 – A crowd of 26,000 saw Jenks take an early 12-2 lead over the Skins, but with Spencer McIllwain nursing a groin pull, Kurt Quillman became the unlikely hero with 75 yards rushing and two touchdowns. Union came back to defeat the Trojans 33-12. Jake Spavital also connected on a 30-yard score. Union went on to win their first state title in over 40 years by upending Broken Arrow.

2003 – The most lopsided game in the great Union-Jenks rivalry was witnessed by 13,000 fans who braved torrential rainfall to watch a healthy Union squad dominate the Trojans 37-0. The Skins, led by the state’s best player in Zac Snider, along with Nathan Peterson and Adam Blankenship shut Jenks out for the first time since 1984. Kurt Quillman led the Skins with 26 carries for 181 yards.

2003 State Semifinals – Freddie Carolina rushed for 177 yards and two touchdowns as Jenks avenged the early season shutout to the Redskins 14-12.

A mash-unit of Redskins tried to pull off a comeback in the fourth quarter but came up short. Union was without Zac 18

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Snider, who was sidelined after a knee injury suffered the previous week. Nathan Peterson was also banged up as Jake Spavital’s valiant effort came up short. The Trojans won their seventh title in eight years.

2004 – The Trojans held off a late Union push to beat the Redskins 17-13 before an estimated crowd of 25,000 at Skelly Stadium. Andrew Brewer and Freddie Carolina were the heroes for Jenks as they combined for 284 yards and two touchdowns. Phillip Dillard and the Trojan defense held Tony Moore and the Union offense to 267 yards.

2004 – State Finals For the fourth time in six years the Redskins and Trojans would face off in the 6A State Championship. Brad Glenn, a Union fullback who joined the squad at mid-season, stole the show with 189 yards of total offense and three touchdowns.

Phillip Dillard and the Jenks defense could not find an answer as Glenn seemed to slip out of the backfield to catch numerous passes and bulldoze his way into the end zone. Andrew Brewer and company were

able to amass 332 yards of offense but that was not enough as Union finally beats Jenks in the state championship 27-17.

2005 – Isaac Norman scored on a 64yard pass from Jake Strain with 18 seconds remaining to give Class 6A No. 2 Jenks a 48-44 victory over top-ranked 6A Union in the Backyard Bowl before a crowd of 24,110 at Skelly Stadium. Jake Borgsmiller caught three TDs for Union while quarterback Casey Whorton threw for 197 yards and four TDs. Oklahoma-bound Dominique Franks also had a 96-yard kickoff return for a TD. Tanner Shuck, Jake Laptad, and Tony Gillespie held on to keep the Redskins at bay for most of the second half. Union went on to win the 2005 state title game against Mustang in decisive fashion. This ended long-time Union coach Bill Blankenship’s era as the Skins coach.

2006 – With 39 seconds left, Brandon Rogers fired a 34-yard TD pass to Brad Wondra that would have erased Jenks’ three-point lead and put Union ahead.

However, before the pass was delivered, a penalty flag was tossed for illegal motion in the Redskins’ backfield. Jenks’

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defense then held on the next three plays to preserve the top-ranked Class 6A Trojans’ 9-6 victory over No. 2 Union before 22,406 in the Backyard Bowl at Skelly Stadium. This was Union’s coach Kevin Wright’s only test against Jenks before leaving the program at season’s end.

2007 – Union tailback Jeremy Smith and quarterback Brandon Rogers helped write another amazing chapter in the Redskins-Jenks football rivalry at the University of Tulsa’s Chapman Stadium.

Smith rushed for 171 yards, including an overtime touchdown of 5 yards that was followed by the decisive extra-point kick by Tress Way to lift No. 2 Union over top-ranked Jenks 43-42 before a crowd of 20,578. Rogers completed 15-of-21 passes for 168 yards and three TDs, and also had a 1-yard TD run while Mark Ginther was 17-of-22 for 287 yards and four TDs. 2007 – State Finals For the second straight year, big performances by quarterback Mark Ginther and tailback Chris Adkins in the Class 6A state championship game helped Jenks come away with the gold football.

Adkins had 26 carries for 229 yards and two touchdowns while Ginther produced 202 yards total offense and three TDs to lead the Trojans past Union 42-24 before a crowd of 21,723 on a Friday night at Chapman Stadium.

2008 - Another fantastic finish was added on Friday night to the history of the Jenks-Union football rivalry that already had more than its share of amazing endings. For the second straight year, Jeremy Smith scored the winning overtime touchdown, this time on a 1-yard run, to help fourth-ranked Union outlast top-ranked Jenks 24-17 at Union-Tuttle Stadium in a battle of Class 6A powers.

With a capacity crowd of over 15,000, Union-Tuttle Stadium was rocking. Union’s Chase Boyce threw for over 200 yards and Thomas Roberson scored on a 47-yard reverse in the first half.

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a 34-20 win over Jenks in a Class 6A state high school football championship before 19,000 at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Union answered Jenks' second-half rally when the Trojans tied the game 20-20 in the third quarter.

However, Union had too many weapons with a stout defense and the running of Jeremy Smith. Overall, Smith had 242 yards on 28 carries. Quarterback Chase Boyce connected with Thomas Roberson on two second half scores.

2009 – A star is born as Jenks running back Zack Langer bursts on to the scene for the Trojans as they won 27-25 in another thriller. The junior had 135 yards on 32 carries and scored on runs of 23 and 34-yards in the second half to seal the deal. The game was capped off with five turnovers from the Redskins and the Trojans took advantage. The attendance was announced at over 19,000, bringing the 15-year total to over 400,000 in spectators since 1994.

2009 – State Championship The 2009 Class 6A state championship game produced another big surprise in the Union-Jenks rivalry. For the second straight year, Union defeated Jenks in the 6A final behind a huge night from Union receiver Thomas Roberson. Roberson returned the opening kickoff on a lateral from Jacob Rice to scamper 76-yards for the score. Chase Boyce became the first Union quarterback to start two championship wins. Union finished the half with a 32-0 lead and capped it off with a 52-19 victory.

2010 – Coming into the game Jenks was ranked No.2 in the state and Union was No.1, but those numbers changed hands when Jenks beat Union, 33-7 at Union-Tuttle Stadium. Alex Ross broke the game open with a 59-yard touchdown run and his legendary status was born.

Sawyer Kollmorgen finshed the game with 201-yards and Zach Langer would add a late touchdown and the Trojans went on to win the game.

2010 – State Championship Another No.1 vs. No.2 state finals between Jenks and Union meant the experts were divided 50/50 on who was going to win this game. The Redskins were looking for redemption after dropping the Backyard Bowl at home and they found it in the title game defeating Jenks, 50-47. In front of more than 16,000 fans Jenks running back Alex Ross opened the game with an 86yard kickoff return for a touchdown. Union wide receiver Stephon Weaver threw a

28-yard touchdown pass to Hood with :39 seconds left on the clock. Hood finished the game with seven receptions for 199 yards and two touchdowns. Quarterback Kale Pearson passed for 315 yards in the win.

2011 – Union entered the 2011 Backyard Bowl with that No.1 ranking and a state title after beating Jenks the year before. Hunter Atyia was the quarterback for the Redskins and his ability to lead was quickly realized. Linebacker Kyle Krutchmer intercepted a Kyle Alexander pass and took it 100 yards to paydirt. The 41-19 victory for the Redskins served as a notice to the rest of Class 6A that they were for real.

2012 - Union won the annual Backyard Bowl by a score of 14-7. Jenks running back Trey’vonne Barre put the Trojans on top early with a 45-yard touchdown run but Union countered the score on the ensuing kickoff when Khalid Kornegay took the return 85-yards for a score. The score stayed tied at 7-7 until Union recovered a Jenks fumble in the fourth quarter and later cashed it in on a five-yard touchdown run by Justin Silmon with just under six minutes to go. Jenks failed to answer and the Redskins walked away with the win.

2012 - Semifinals The teams would meet again in the Class 6A semifinals and the outcome was much different. Jenks dominated the game start to finish winning the game 41-10. Braden Calip put Jenks in front early with a 6-yard touchdown run. After a Union field goal, Jenks running back Brett Tye found the end zone from 16 yards out. Jenks later went up 21-3 when Kyle Alexander ran in a touchdown run of his own. Tye ran in another score with 9:36 to go in the second quarter putting the Trojans up 28-3. Jenks went up 35-3 when Garrett Patterson caught a one-yard touchdown pass from Alexander. After Barre scored on a one-yard touchdown plunge and gave the Trojans a 41-3 lead Union picked up its only touchdown of the game when Jeffery Mead caught a 17-yard touchdown pass.

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The top 100 high school football players in the state will compete for the annual title of Mr. Football Oklahoma prsented by Shleter Insurance. Here are the top 100 players from the Tulsa area as they introduce themselves and represent their schools. Polls are open for the first round of online voting at VYPEOK.com GYASI AKEM

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Powerful! Strong! Hard-hitting! Just a few words used to describe Gyasi Akem. The linebacker will take his talents to OSU next fall, but first he wants to be part of the team that brings a gold ball to BA. “I love my school, my team and family and I will do anything it takes to get them on top,” said Akem. Follow on twitter @ BA-Boy-27.

Highly recruited as a safety, Dylan Harding is proving he can play wide receiver as well. A real nose for the ball, Harding seems to always be in the right position to make a play. “I try to set an example for the younger players, be a good student, model teammate and leader,” said Harding. Follow on twitter @dylanharding4.

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NIGEL CARTER

LB – 6-1, 215, SR. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

VYPE Factor – Fierce competitor who can dominate from his position. The best linebacker in the Top 100, Akem is the real deal.

S – 6-2, 190, SR. JENKS TROJANS

One of the top players in the state, Steven Parker is everything you want in a strong safety. Extremely athletic and durable, Parker is headed to a D1 school next fall, but first Parker and the Jenks defense have some business to finish.

“The only easy day was yesterday. I bring it every day and every play. I just love the competitive nature of the game,” said Parker. Follow Parker on twitter @ lil_stevie21.

VYPE Factor – Steven Parker is a freak athlete who works hard at his trade. This D1 safety is a multiple sport star destined for big things.

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S/WR – 6-2, 185, SR. JENKS TROJANS

VYPE Factor – Harding is one of the top secondary players in Oklahoma and has accepted an offer to OSU. Look for Harding to solidify his name as one of the best at Jenks.

WR – 6-3, 187, SR. MCLAIN TITANS Electric player with good size and speed to match. Nigel Carter fits the mold of the prototypical wide receiver coaches are looking for at the next level. Carter is an intelligent football player with real skill.

“I’m very involved in my community, family and church. After those are taken care of I handle my business on the field,” said Carter.

VYPE Factor – Carter passes the eye test, but what you will talk about is his knowledge of the game and his athleticism.

CARSON MEIER

DEVON THOMAS

TE – 6-6, 220, SR. UNION REDSKINS

RB – 5-11, 205, SR. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

Big tight end that can block and catch, Carson Meier watched his stock rise during his junior season. Verbally committed to Oklahoma, Meier may be the best all-around tight end in the state.

Meier is an athletic tight end that plays AAU basketball when he’s not making plays on the football field.

Sky is the limit for OSU commit Devon Thomas. The Broken Arrow running back has the speed and agility to become an every down back at the next level. “We’re going to play hard, fast and finish,” said Thomas. Look for Thomas to have a big role in the offense this year. Follow Devon on twitter @DevonThomas28.

VYPE Factor – Offenses hinge on players like Carson Meier. He can open up the playbook giving you options in the running and passing game.

VYPE Factor – Thomas has the talent to help Broken Arrow win a title. Attitude and focus will take Thomas far at the next level.

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Samantha Feemster Catoosa Volleyball Samantha Feemster is a senior at Catoosa High School where she plays volleyball for coach Replogle and the Lady Indians. The middle hitter/blocker has played volleyball since she was in the seventh grade. Coach Replogle describes her as someone who works hard and has a great attitude. “Sam has turned into a team leader over the winter.

Younger players look up to her because of her hard work and how much she has improved since last year due to her hard work,” said Replogle.

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Betts can play multiple positions for the Sandites including running back, receiver, safety and return kicks. In the Pigskin Preview Betts was named to the VYPE Top 100 and is eligible for the 2013 Mr. Football Oklahoma Award. When he’s not playing football Betts enjoys playing soccer, going to church and playing the piano. Currently Betts is being recruited by several schools including, Baylor, Kansas and Oregon State.

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LUKE THOMPSON OLB – 6-1, 195, SR. JENKS TROJANS

Described by coach Loren Montgomery as one of the best he’s ever coached, Chandler Miller is the total package. No surprise schools like Tulsa, OSU, Stanford and Memphis are interested. “I’m a dominant lineman at the 6A level, I’m nasty and I love putting people on their backs. I also have great pass protection,” said Miller.

Luke Thompson has a motor with no off switch. This outside linebacker has shown improvement ever year and easily projects to college ball. “I should be Mr. Football Oklahoma because I’m a team player/ leader and work to be the best,” said Thompson. Probably an Ivy League player!

Follow him on twitter @_lukethompson_.

MIKEQUAN DEANE

COLEMAN KEY QB – 6-5, 225, SR. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

That’s right, another tight end, but Mikequan Deane plays both ways at the Class 5A level and is very effective at both positions. “I should be Mr. Football Oklahoma for 2013 because I am a leader and I know what it takes to play at the next level,” said Deane. Follow him on twitter @Mikequandeane.

If there is one quarterback that doesn’t get enough credit for his talent and potential it’s Coleman Key. Key has a great attitude and works hard to improve in every aspect of the game. “All of our guys have really dedicated themselves to the team and have worked extremely hard on the field and in the weight room. We want to be first at BA to win a title,” said the Colorado State commit. Follow him on twitter @ coleman_key.

OL – 6-3, 290, SR. BIXBY SPARTANS

VYPE Factor – Coach Montgomery has tooled some great offensive linemen, so to hear Miller may be the best is quite the endorsement.

TE/DE – 6-3, 220, SR. MEMORIAL CHARGERS

VYPE Factor – Possibly the most athletic of all the tight ends, Deane just has that “it” factor or “VYPE” factor that makes him a great player.

JEFFERY MEAD

WR – 6-6, 180, SR. UNION REDSKINS With a 6-foot-6 frame, Jeffery Mead wins the jump ball every time. Also a possible D1 basketball player, Mead is getting looks from several schools including OU, OSU, TU, Texas A&M and LSU. “I would be a great Mr. Football Oklahoma because of my character,” said Mead. Follow him on twitter @JefferyMead.

VYPE Factor – Mead gives an offense options with his size and ability to go up and get the ball. The senior has committed to OU and will be a stellar option for the Sooners.

ZACH GLAZIER DE – 6-2, 230, SR. CENTRAL BRAVES

This monster defensive end has worked extremely hard in the offseason and has accomplished his goal of getting faster off the edge. Zach Glazier has several schools looking for his services next fall. “I’m very hard working, dedicated and know what it takes to win,” said Glazier. Follow Zach on twitter @LIL_GLAZIER. VYPE Factor – The knock on Glazier was speed, but he’s silenced those critics.

This kid is for real and shows up when it counts.

VYPE Factor – Luke Thompson can get after the quarterback or even drop in pass coverage. Truly one of the top OLB’s in the state.

VYPE Factor – Coleman Key deserves credit for his work ethic and his talent. Key will turn heads this season.

CAMERON OLIVER TE – 6-5, 245, SR. OWASSO RAMS

Yes, another tight end. 2013 may be the year of the tight end and Cameron Oliver is right there with the best of them. Oliver’s upside is unlimited, which is why several schools are showing interest. “I give all the glory to God and play for the name on the front of the jersey,” said Oliver.

VYPE Factor – No doubt Oliver belongs on this list. Where he is amongst the other tight ends is tough to say. Settle it on the field.

D’ANGELO BREWER ATH – 5-9, 175, SR. CENTRAL BRAVES Explosive is the best word to describe D’Angelo Brewer from Central. A player who can line up anywhere on the field and be successful, Brewer has mad talent and game changing speed. “Our team is working together as one,” said Brewer.

Central is scary with talent like this on the roster. Follow him on twitter @brewerdee.

VYPE Factor – With so many people claiming to be explosive and fast, its good to find one that lives up to the hype!

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COLEBY EVANS LB – 5-10, 220, SR. UNION REDSKINS

Highly recruited by several D1 schools, Tyler Base is becoming a household name amongst recruiters in Oklahoma looking for that bookend tackle. “I outwork everyone and our team has worked hard in the offseason and through summer workouts. We believe we can be part of something special,” said Base. Follow Tyler on twitter @ty_base.

Anyone looking for a physical player, who knows how to lead, look no further than Coleby Evans. This linebacker has been making plays for the Redskins since he was a sophomore playing in the state title game. “I should be Mr. Football Oklahoma because I give 100% all the time,” said Evans. And giving 100% is why Evans has played for so long at Union.

T.J. JOHNSON WR/CB – 6-0, 185, SR. COLLINSVILLE CARDINALS

JOHN COLE NEPH WR – 6-4, 205, SR. OWASSO RAMS

“I represent what high school athletics are all about,” said Johnson. That’s just one of the reasons he made the Top 100. The receiver brings to the field a large toolbox full of tools he can use against a defense.

This junior has real potential and is getting looks from several major schools.

The human highlight reel continues to impress with his circus catches, but John Cole Neph is more than just a sure handed receiver. Neph will find work downfield for the running backs, picking up blocks and creating lanes. “I am decent on a football field, good in the classroom and outside of sports,” said Neph.

VYPE Factor – Tyler Base can be a threeyear starter at the next level thanks to his size, technique and attitude.

VYPE Factor – Don’t be surprised if you wake up one Saturday morning to learn T.J. had an incredible night for the Cardinals.

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TRENT TABER LB/FB – 5-10, 220, SR. JENKS TROJANS

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DAMIAN HOWARD FS – 5-11, 187, SR. BROKEN ARROW TIGERS

‘Our determination for this season is unmatched,” said Damian Howard.

Coming from one of the top defensive backs in the state you better believe he means business. With several D1 schools looking at Howard, his future as a college football player is certain. Follow him on twitter @damianhoward_.

JORDAN MITCHELL DB – 6-2, 178, SR. OWASSO RAMS

MARK CAMPBELL LB/OL – 6-2, 210, SR. ADAIR WARRIORS

A highly-recruited defensive back, Jordan Mitchell is capable of making plays most corners dream of making. Not just another football player, Mitchell has the tools to dominate his opponents and take his game to the next level. Also a smart player on and off the field, Mitchell has everything you want in a player and leader. Follow him on twitter @jm7tch.

Campbell was one of the top linebackers in the state last year accounting for a ton of tackles from his linebacker position.

Campbell has a nose for the ball and plays with a sense of urgency. “It’s not about me, it’s about my team,” said Campbell.

Campbell has received some interest, but may end up at UCO. Follow him on twitter @MarkLeSabre.

VYPE Factor – Jordan Mitchell has the speed of a sprinter and the ability to find the ball and make plays.

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VYPE Factor – Neph just makes plays whether it’s in the passing game or downfield running over a defensive back.

Maybe the best hands in the state.

Known as someone who hates to come off the field, Trent Taber has been on the field for Jenks since he was a sophomore. A true leader, Taber brings resolve to every tackle.

“I love to play the game and I am a leader on and off the field,” said Taber. Follow Trent on twitter @TaberFade20.

VYPE Factor – Taber is another coach on the field for the Trojans. A fierce competitor who only knows one speed.

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VYPE Factor – Evans has the ability to work through traffic and make plays when his team needs it the most.

VYPE Factor – Versatile enough to play corner or free safety, Howard has the “IT” factor you look for in a football player.

VYPE Factor – If you like players that swarm to the ball and bring purpose to the tackle, you’ll like Mark Campbell.

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CODY HALE QB – 6-0, 170, SR. SAND SPRINGS SANDITES

TRE’VON CHERRY QB – 6-0, 175, JR. EAST CENTRAL CARDINALS

One of the toughest players on the list. If you like quarterbacks that play with heart and leave everything on the field, then you will love Hale.

Hale is the type of player who believes he can always get his team the victory no matter what the odds are and who they are facing. Hale is getting interest from several schools including Pitt State and Iowa State.

Tre’Von Cherry has been on the VYPE radar since he was a youth player. The starting quarterback for the Cardinals has quick feet and hands to go with his strong arm and ability to break tackles for big yards. “I’m always working hard on everything I do. I put in extra work outside of practice and try to be the best at everything I do. Follow him on twitter @ cherryboy__9.

Jeremy Smith TE/DE - 6-4, 235, Sr. BERRYHILL Chiefs

JUSTIN FLEWELLEN RB – 5-11, 177, SR. LINCOLN CHRISTIAN BULLDOGS

VYPE Factor – Hale has those intangibles you look for in a quarterback. If you underestimate his talent he will make you pay.

One of the top tight end, defensive end combo players in the state, Smith uses his strength and natural talent to beat his opponents. Smith projects to the next level as either an offensive or defensive player. Coach Harper described Smith as a hard worker and someone you hitch your wagon too.

VYPE Factor – There’s no denying the fact that Smith has what it takes to play at the next level.

Smith is a man amongst boys.

TYLER LINDSEY DB – 5-10, 185, SR. OWASSO RAMS

A stalwart in the Owasso Ram secondary, Tyler Lindsey plays every down like it’s his last and makes difficult plays look easy. “I love the game of football and I try to be a good student,” said Lindsey. And it’s that love for the game that pushes Lindsey to perform at a high level on a consistent basis. Follow him on twitter @ TLindsey_3.

VYPE Factor – This guy is always around the football and when quarterbacks make their presnap scan of the field, they look for Lindsey.

VYPE Factor – Only a junior, Cherry has an opportunity to work himself into a D1 scholarship.

Someone who just loves to be on the field, Justin Flewellen is one of those players who will practice hard and play hard. The running back has accumulated some serious stats over the last two years and his senior campaign could be his best. Follow Justin on twitter @ ItsJ_FlowNow. VYPE Factor – Justin Flewellen can catch out of the backfield or pound it inside. He’s a nimble back with quickness and breakaway speed.

ALEC ROBERTS LB – 5-10, 185, SR. SAND SPRINGS SANDITES

Alec Roberts made it to the Top 100 with his play on the field and his work ethic. The linebacker plays with passion and is one reason the defense for the Sandites was improved from a year ago. Roberts has an opportunity to leave his mark on the Sandite football program with a big 2013 campaign.

VYPE Factor – Somewhat of a silent killer, Alec Roberts will steadily accumulate tackles and make big plays all year.

TRE BETTS S/RB/WR – 5-11, 170, SR. SAND SPRINGS SANDITES

KEITH DRIVER QB – 6-1, 195, SR. MEMORIAL CHARGERS

Tre Betts is the type of player you wish you could have for more than four years. A hard worker and a leader, Betts will play at the next level possibly at Baylor, Tulsa, Kansas or North Texas. “I work hard and make plays,” said Betts.

Coach Kinard and the staff at Sand Springs are excited to see what kind of year he can have.

Follow Tre on twitter @Son_of_aBetts.

Listed as a quarterback, the fact is Keith Driver can play multiple positions on offense or defense and probably projects as a running back or linebacker in college. “I have a good work ethic and I really enjoy playing this game,” said Driver. Driver has a knack for making it happen when the game is in his hands.

VYPE Factor – Quality player and person. Tre Betts is a great representative of Charles Page High School and someone who projects to the next level.

TREY SNEED RB – 5-7, 175, SO. KIEFER TROJANS

Only a sophomore, Trey Sneed enters the 2013 season as the teams leading rusher and a player the coaching staff is expecting big things from.

“I’m always trying to better myself on and off the field. I have a good work ethic and love the game of football,” said Sneed. Follow Trey on twitter @ trey_sneed.

VYPE Factor – Watching this guy for three years will be a treat. Look for Trey Sneed to make a name for himself in 2013.

VYPE Factor – Driver is a proficient quarterback who makes plays with his arm and his legs. Look for Driver to exploit some defenses this season.

KEATS CALHOON QB – 6-2, 165, SO. VICTORY CHRISTIAN CONQUERORS

This kid can sling it. Only a freshman last season, Keats Calhoon posted some serious stats last year and looks to continue that for the next three seasons. This is one quarterback you want to keep an eye on as he continues to grow and develop into a great high school quarterback.

VYPE Factor – Truth is this kid could become a highly sought after player in a year or two. Good accuracy and an ability to place the ball in tough spots.

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VYPE Top 100 Players from around the rest of Oklahoma LANDON NAULT - KINGFISHER SLADE NORDIC – BARTLESVILLE FRANKIE EDWARDS – Mustang JACE PITCHFORD – POTEAU TRISTAN HILL – MUSTANG LEXUS LEE – WESTMOORE LOUDEN JOHNSON – WAYNE AUSTIN CANTRELL – ROLAND JACOB SPADY – HINTON ALEC ROBERTS – SAND SPRINGS TRENTON BALL – CARL ALBERT KYLER FERGUSON – WOODWARD TAYLOR TOWNSEND – FOX JORDAN QUINATA – MORRISON JOSH DANNA – TIPTON TY HOOPER – ALVA HOUSTON TYLER – SOUTHMOORE JAKE MAMMEN – EDMOND MEMORIAL

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WILL MCKINNIS – OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN JALON DANIELS – BLANCHARD RILEY HESS – ALVA DEREK REEVES – CLEVELAND KAI CALLINS – GUTHRIE JUSTICE HANSEN - EDMOND SANTA FE CAMERON BATSON - MILLWOOD LOGAN PRICE – PUTNAM CITY NORTH TYLER BOWLING – YUKON JAKCOB DEAN – NORMAN RJ SINK - ANADARKO ANDRE DOWUONA-HAMMOND – YUKON PEYTON PRINCE – NORMAN NORTH WARREN WAND – EDMOND MEMORIAL DAVID CORNWELL - NORMAN NORTH SKYLER WOOD – NOWATA ADIM CHUKWURAH – NORMAN NORTHSINUE RODRIGUEZ – SALLISAW

CARTER SWANSON – ARDMORE GAVIN LAVALLEY - CARL ALBERT RYLEE SIMON – VIAN COLE RIDGWAY – NORMAN BRANDON PRATHER – STILLWATER LAWRENCE EVITT - WAGONER TREY JOHNSON – HUGO JACOB LEWIS – BISHOP MCGUINNESS CADEN SANDER – DEER CREEK LOGAN BLAINE – KANSAS JOHNATHAN HIGGINS – BISHOP MCGUINNESS JOEL DIXON – EDMOND NORTH MICHAEL FARMER – EDMOND SANTA FE LANCE DIXON – EDMOND NORTH ANDREW DIXON – EDMOND NORTH JALEN ADAMS – SOUTHMOORE PAPI WHITE – SEMINOLE

JOSHUA WARIBOKO-ALALI – CASADY GRANT LEE – CLINTON BRADEN RUTH – DAVIS (0%, 4 Votes) GAGE STALLWORTH - CUSHING BRYAN HARTFIELD – MIDWEST CITY DEONDRE CLARK – OKC DOUGLASS MILDREN MONTGOMERY – OKC DOUGLASS CAMERON WESTBROOK – EDMOND SANTA FE ANTHONY WOODS – CARL ALBERT CADEN PRATT – MCALESTER MARQUIZ SIMPKINS – CLINTON TAYLOR WATTENBARGER – LAWTON TRAMAL IVY – MUSKOGEE JAYLON WATSON – BROKEN BOW

We look at the best around the state. Who to look for in 2013 and key dates you won't want to miss.

McKenzie Adams, Broken Arrow Outfield Adams batted .419 with 52 base hits and 17 RBIs for the Tigers in 2012.

Senior pitcher is coming off a junior season in which she recorded a 25-8 record and 1.50 ERA. In 205 innings, Clinton struck out 163 while walking just 34.

Kelsi Gore, Chickasha Pitcher Became one of the dominating pitchers in 2012 despite being just a freshman.

Jayce Grimm, Ponca City Mallory Collins, Sand Catcher Emily Bevan, Owasso McKenzie Adams Springs The junior catcher has a strong arm First Base Broken Arrow Pitcher behind the plate and was among the Bevan batted .422 with One of the top pitchers in top hitters in the state with a .471 49 hits and 44 RBIs. the Tulsa metro area, Collins batting average with 11 home runs Bevan has a little bit of power, hitting was 16-2 with a 1.09 earned run and 36 RBI. 16 doubles. She has given a verbal average and a perfect game. She also Jenna Lynn, Moore commitment to UMKC. hit .476 with 10 home runs and 47 Pitcher RBIs. Sheridan Bond, Edmond North Lynn, the starting pitcher Second Base Batted .397 with 30 stolen bases from the leadoff spot for Edmond Nrothâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state championship team.

Katelyn Brown, Southmoore Pitcher This senior has the right stuff to get Southmoore to the state tournament.

Jayden Chestnut, Mustang Pitcher Junior pitcher has already committed to sign with the University of Oklahoma.

Rebekah Clinton, Ponca City Pitcher

Brooke Curtis, Owasso Catcher/Outfielder Batted .408 with 42 hits, 33 RBIs and hit seven doubles, three triples, three home runs.

Bre Davis, Piedmont Catcher Davis batted .450 with nine home runs. Davis has a cannon for an arm behind the plate, coach Rick Scott said.

for the Lady Lions in the state championship game last year, returns to anchor the Moore pitching staff.

Kassidy Lowrie, Piedmont Pitcher Despite suffering a torn ACL last season, Lowrie pitched in the 4A state tournament last year.

Emily Bevan Owasso

Madison Nordyke, Edmond North Pitcher/Shortstop Nordyke was 15-1 in the

circle and batted .431 to help the Huskies win the 2012 state title.

Hunter Jeffs, Oologah Pitcher The Oologah senior threw three nohitters and a perfect game in leading the Lady Mustangs to the Class 4A state title in 2012. Jeffs has already given a verbal commitment to Central Arkansas.

Randee O’Donnell, Tahlequah Infielder O’Donnell hit 11 home runs and drove in 61 runs to help Tahlequah reach the Class 5A state tournament.

O’Donnell has given a verbal commitment to Oklahoma State.

Cheyenne Selman, McAlester Pitcher Right-handed pitcher is also the team’s top hitter returning from 2012.

Kenzie Stevens, Owasso Outfielder Stevens hit .373 from the seven-hole spot last year.

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Torrye Tillman, Bixby Catcher An outstanding hitter, Tillman brings power to the plate for head coach JoyMarie Galliant. She moves behind the plate for her senior season.

Emily Watson, Deer Creek Pitcher Lady Antlers senior pitcher considered among the state’s top pitchers.

Haley Young, Bixby Pitcher A tough competitor, Young wants the ball in her hands every game.

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“I’ve been in this since 1977 and the sport has just grown and grown.

The parity, the number of players represented at Division I schools is on the rise. We’re showing we have a very good product here in Oklahoma.

We’re second only to California in my opinion as far as the heart and soul of softball.”

- Stan Irvine, Sapulpa coach on growth and parity of the sport

"Guymon it’s a long way out there.

We could come (to Tulsa) three times almost in the time it will take us to get to Guymon.”

- Piedmont coach Rick Scott on traveling to Guymon KEY DATES

Oct. 2 – Classes 5A-6A Regional Tournament Pairings Released

Oct. 3-4 – Classes B-3A Regional Tournaments

Oct. 7 – Class 4A Regional Pairings Released Oct. 10-12 – Classes B-3A State Championships Oct. 17-19 – Class 4A-6A State Championships

With softball already in full swing, VYPE takes a look at the Top 10 Things to Watch this season.

10: Parity abounds in 6A For years, Broken Arrow has dominated 6A softball, winning seven of the 16 titles since the largest classification formed in 1997. In fact, in that time only four teams have won titles with Edmond North (2), Union (2), Yukon (3) and Moore (2). Parity has emerged in recent years with teams like Owasso, Jenks and Westmoore emerging as state contenders. Sand Springs reached the state tournament reached the state tournament in 2012 for the first time in several years. Coach Shelly Brown has one of the top pitchers in the state in Mallory Collins. The senior pitcher was 16-2 with a 1.09 earned run average in 2012.

9: Tigers continue to be in 5A title hunt

Tahlequah made its three consecutive trip to the Class 5A State Tournament – all under head coach Matt Cloud.

“We’ve been fortunate to have good kids, who have grown up playing softball,” Cloud. “They have bought in to what we are doing.” Will senior infielder Randee O’Donnell lead the Lady Tigers to the coveted title in 2013? O’Donnell, who has already given a verbal commitment to Oklahoma State, belted 11 home runs and drove in 61 runs.

8: ‘Softball City’ Moore Gears Up for Fast-Pitch Season

Moore, Westmoore and Southmoore all qualified for the Slow Pitch state tournament teams last spring. Moore and Westmoore are no strangers to the Fast Pitch state tournament either.

Is this the year a Moore school regains the title of ‘softball city’?

7: Oologah ready to repeat?

Oologah put an exclamation point on an outstanding 2012 season in which the Lady Mustangs finished 31-5 and won the school’s seventh

softball title dating back to 1988. A repeat this season would be the first for Oologah since the school won back-to-back titles in Class 3A and 4A in 1998-99. The Lady Mustangs also won back-to-back championships in Class 3A in1992-93. Leading the way for Oologah is pitcher Hunter Jeffs, who is coming off a junior season in which she threw three no-hitters and a perfect game. She boasted one of the state’s top earned run averages at 0.67 and recorded 195 strikeouts.

6: Chickasha 5A Favorite

The Lady Chicks are coming off a 33-10 season and with all returning starters back figure to be in the championship playoff discussions again this year. Coach Dennis Furr’s team lost in the 5A championship 3-2 to Grove.

this season. But don’t expect coach Rick Scott’s squad to wilt under pressure. The Lady Wildcats return all of their pitchers from last year in Courtney Anderson, Jamie Lowrie, Kassidy Scott and Logan Simunek, giving them a solid nucleus on which to build in 2013.

3: Who will emerge as the team to win in Class 5A?

Grove made a late-season push to end Carl Albert’s two-year reign. But the Ridgerunners suffered heavy graduation losses. Chickasha, Carl Albert, Tahlequah, Deer Creek all have to be in discussions for state tournament.

2: Domination – Little Axe A Giant Among Small Schools

“I don’t know if we are the team to beat but we are team that has a chance,” Furr said. “People are saying we have a chance because we return everybody and we’re happy to have a chance.”

Little Axe is enjoying a nice championship run in softball. The Indians won the 4A title in 2010 then won back-to-back titles in 2011 and 2012 in 3A. Coach Mike Bread has a solid nucleus from which to build upon this season with 10 players returning with varsity experience.

“That’s part of life in 5A,” Piedmont coach Rick Scott said. “They have to come to our place too. But when they come to us they can pick up additional games. When we go there’s Guymon and Guymon. Maybe we can make a weekend trip out of it.”

Will Edmond North become the first 6A team since 2009 to win backto-back championships? Broken Arrow, the last team to repeat in 6A in 2008-09, has the only three-peat in 6A history (2001-03). Any guesses on who snapped that streak? The Huskies. The same team that is the favorite to repeat in 2013. Coach Rick Nordyke returns eight starters and will build around Sheridan Bond and Madison Nordyke. “I like our chances of repeating,” Nordyke said. “Our kids have bought in to making history for the West side. There has never been a repeat champion from the West in Class 6A. We’d like to be the first.”

5: District Races

Overall, coaches seemed pleased with the Oklahoma Secondary Coaches Association’s decision to move to districts for state qualification.

Rankings will be based on district standings rather asking coaches to weigh in on teams they typically don’t see. The biggest issue seems to be the travel involved. Take for instance that Piedmont must travel to Guymon – a distance of 252 miles.

4: Moving Up

Piedmont moves from Class 4A to 5A

1: West Repeat – Edmond North Looks to Make History

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Senior Amaris Taylor returns for her senior season as a dominant force on the field. The reigning team MVP brings even more speed, strength and determination as the Dutch fight for the SPC title. Taylor received first team All-Conference honors during her junior season and spent the summer training at camps to prepare for her final season. Amaris is a versatile player who brings unmatched speed and quickness to not only her skills, but her footwork too. She is being recruited for collegiate hockey by several Division I and II programs.

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10: Parity creeps into 5A

6: Moving up

Just like in fast-pitch softball, parity has started to emerge in volleyball. Class 5A looks to be a very entertaining race to the stat tournament. Surprise teams to watch include Coweta and Tahlequah. Collinsville is a team that fell just shy of the state tournament a year ago. “Due to the depth on some teams, I wouldn’t be surprised if any of the top 15 teams had a chance to make a run in regionals and get to state,” Lincoln Christian coach Zac Briscoe said.

According to the Average Daily Membership (ADM) for 2013-14, there will be some movement among 2012 state tournament teams. Booker T. Washington rejoins the state’s largest classification.

The OSSAA will release the volleyball classifications soon.

9: Lincoln Christian

Since joining the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Activity Association a few years ago, Lincoln Christian has reached state every year coach Briscoe returns all six starters, most of whom were freshmen and sophomores a year ago.

8: Stalwarts remain

Graduation hit some schools like Cascia Hall hard but don’t expect big dropoffs. Joining the Commandos as teams expected to be among the playoff hunt is Oklahoma Bible Academy, Owasso and Victory Christian.

7: Returning to form

Under new head coach Tanna Smith, Jenks has already wowed opponents in the preseason. Look for the Trojans to return to playoff form this season.

5: ‘Volleyball Town’

The city of Edmond has quietly built a volleyball kingdom with Memorial, Santa Fe and North as regular components in the state tournament. Look for all three programs to be among the state’s best in 2013.

4: Can Elgin repeat?

It’s been four years since Class 4A had a repeat champion. Is Elgin primed to defend their 2012 title? The Lady Owls certainly have the talent and a new coach as well. They will see plenty of competition from teams such as 2012 state runner-up Cache and Mount Saint Mary. Also look for Copan to be among the state’s elite.

3: Christian Heritage

The Crusaders are one of those teams that rarely rebuilds. They simply reload and this year will be no different. Once again expect Christian Heritage to be playing the final week of the season.

2: Heritage Hall

The Lady Chargers lost just one starter and look to be the team to beat in Class 5A. Heritage Hall finished second to Cascia Hall in the 5A state tournament.

1: Bishop Kelley

Josie Gandall Bishop Kelley

To say the Lady Comets have dominated the volleyball scene would be an understatement. Since 1988, Bishop Kelley has won 16 state titles and are currently on a six-year championship win streak. “The hardest championship you will ever win is the first one, ”Comets coach Jerri Berna said. “There’s also a misconception that once you win one, the next one is easy. I disagree with that. There is a lot of pressure and burden to bear. Our players do that willingly. They want to do the right things to keep it going. I’m proud of them for that, because it is hard.”

What to Watch For Kate Decker, Edmond North Led the Huskies to the state quarterfinals a year ago.

Elise Dixon, Cascia Hall Led Cascia Hall to its second consecutive state title in 2012.

Josie Gandall, Bishop Kelley A stellar outside hitter, Gandall had 410 kills, 234 digs, 44 blocks and 37 aces in earning MVP honors at several tournaments.

Sarah Jekel, Mount Saint Mary The Mount Saint Mary junior fills many roles for the Rockets. After earning first team allconference her freshman year at outside hitter, she earned all-conference honors as a sophomore at setter.

Phoebe Lowe, Bishop Kelley Started as a freshman for the Lady Comets in 2012 where she registered 207 kills and 45 blocks.

Stefani Nell, Jenks This senior outside hitter led the Lady Trojans in kills (593) and aces (93) in 2012.

Bradi Ryan, Heritage Hall Helped lead Heritage Hall to a state runner-up finish. Led team in kills with 384. Named to the State Tournament all-tournament team.

Jordan Spence, Edmond Santa Fe Spence, a junior, was one of several young Santa Fe players thrust into varsity action. Helped lead the Huskies to a state tournament semifinal appearance last year.

QUOTABLE

“If the rest of 6A looks as good as Jenks, it will be a very competitive year.”

- Broken Arrow coach Kari Smith ‘We were the only team to take Elgin to a fivegame match.”

Former coach Will Bethune on Mount Saint Mary volleyball

KEY DATES

Sept. 26 – Class 4A regional pairings released Oct. 2 – Class 5A regional pairings released Oct. 3 – Class 6A regional pairings released Oct. 4 – Class 4A Regional Tournament Oct. 8 – Class 5A Regional Tournament Oct. 10 – Class 6A Regional Tournament Oct. 11-12 – Class 4A State Championship Oct. 18-19 – Class 5A, 6A State Championships AUGUST 2013

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The 2013 cross country season is here and many area schools are ready to hit the ground running.

Schools like Jenks, Metro Christian and Bishop Kelley are all returning plenty of talent, while other schools such as Broken Arrow, Owasso and Union may depend on a few underclassmen to carry them in 2013. Here’s a closer looks at what you can expect this year and who we think could make their way to a state title.

REPEAT CHAMPS?

Can the Trojans boy’s and girl’s repeat as champions in 2013? The Trojans return several key runners including Rachel Buker (Jr.), Maddie Brown (Sr.), Grace Barber (Jr.), Lauren Garrison (Jr.), Rubria Ireland and Marina Alvarado. The boys also feature Cody Jones (So.), Chris Staub (Jr.), Matt Yanick (Sr.) and Will Littlefield (Jr.). On paper, the Trojans are the favorites to repeat, but as always staying healthy is key. Staub competed last on what was essentially a broken leg. Now

healthy, Staub and the Trojans will come out of the blocks in first place.

YOUTH BRIGADE

The Owasso Rams have a strong class of sophomores head coach Blake Collins will lean on this season.

Haley Geissler, Landen Saling, Brooks Cataudella and Christian Sletten lead a talented group of young athletes. Also look for junior Cymber St. Gemme and seniors Andrew Cordray and Tori Helt to be difference makers for the Rams.

Cody Jones Jenks

is the top runner for the Knights. A pair of Vinita runners in Callie Miers With the graduation of two great and Megan Woodward will help runners in Jessica Hembree and the Lady Hornets this season, and Kelsey McKee, Class 5A is wide open, look for a trio of athletes at Broken but Grove senior Michaela Werner Arrow. Ainsley Ibison, Meagan Leber may be the favorite. Werner finished and Paige Sutton are all three solid third at state behind Hembree performers for the Lady Tigers. Izzy and McKee, just four seconds out Marshall at Cascia Hall could step of second place. “My main goal is up and be the top runner for the keeping my time down in the low Commandos.

11's throughout the season and if On the boy’s side look for senior we do a 5K instead of the Coty Fox from Coweta. Fox finished 2-mile course my goal fourth less than one second is low 18's high 17's,” behind third place winner Dylan said Werner. Werner is Dyer from Collinsville. Metro probably considered the Christian has two runners in favorite, but look for Abby Connor McKee and Mitchell Green of Glenpool and Mayes who look to never leave out the Metro carry the flag for the Christian girls. Hannah Patriots. Tyler Helt Nalley, Elise Engles at Union is one of and Mallory Duncan the top runners have improved this in Class 6A. offseason and may be Also look the next top runners for Garrett at Metro.

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By Kyle Kendrick

Back in 1962 the first junior class came to Memorial High School here in Tulsa. A year before they were sophomores at Edison High School and now they were uprooted to a new school. The transition may not have been easy for students but when Memorial’s doors opened for the first time a great rivalry was born between the Edison Eagles and Memorial Chargers.

they don’t want that to come between their relationship as brothers.

“Naturally we want both our schools to come out on top; but when it comes to the time of the game we really don’t talk about it much because we don’t want it to get in the way of family,” Derrick said. “Kind of like the Harbaugh brothers we both want our team’s to win but we both realize there are things bigger than a football game.”

“Last year I think we sat together at both basketball games and enjoyed those games and we both understand that we want our school to win for our communities but I think there can be a healthy balance. I think we are both competitive and both push each other but I have never seen that get in the way of our friendship,” Darin said.

Although both Derrick and Darin refuse to let the rivalry get in the way of the relationship they have built as brothers they both did say that they Darin echoed his older brother’s Now the game is called the MidTown are open to possibly having a friendly thoughts on the topic.

Classic and is played at LaFortune Stadium, which both teams call home “As the old saying goes blood is thicker competition with the other about the game including possibly having the coincidentally. When the two teams than water and we have been best loser present the MidTown Classic meet this fall it will be the 51stfriends our whole lives,” Darin said. trophy to the winner after the game. consecutive meeting, dating all the “We work out together and we have Whatever the Schmidt brothers way back to that first season in 1962. done competitive things together, decide to do it is easy to see that they The game in ’62 however was simply so when that game rolls around are already putting their own twist on a preseason meeting with the two we understand its importance and an old rivalry. teams beginning to play each other in appreciate it and Derrick wants the the regular season in 1963.

Eagles to crush the Chargers and Edison won the first meeting between I want the Chargers to crush the the two schools in the All-City preview Eagles but we don’t get at each other’s throats about it.” game. Although Edison has bragging rights on the first meeting, Memorial The brothers closeness even has essentially dominated the rivalry. goes as far to the teams they From 1963 to 1982 Memorial won 16 cheered for growing up games in the series while Edison won in South Dakota. Both just four. The Chargers have also rolled are big Nebraska off a large number of more recent Cornhuskers fans victories after winning the big game in when it comes to each of the last six seasons. In fact the college football last time Edison notched a win over and both say they Memorial was in 2006 when they beat rooted for the the Chargers 28-27.

Minnesota Vikings Now the long-standing rivalry has a new flavor to it, the Schmidt brothers.

Derrick Schmidt is the principal at Edison and his younger brother Darin is the principal at Memorial. It seems fitting that the older brother is at Edison and the younger at Memorial since the Chargers are essentially the Eagles’ little brother. When you talk to the brothers though you realize that while each wants their school to win,

when they were kids.

Those similarities not only help to boost the strength of the Schmidt brothers’ bond but also allow them to enjoy the Edison-Memorial rivalry together.

OCA All-State Takes Center Stage Photo by Rip Stell

Some of the state’s top senior athletes competed for the final time as high school athletes in the annual Oklahoma Coaches All-State Games, which were held in the metro Tulsa area the last week of July.

Golf BOYS

Jenks’ Brandon Jelley and Broken Arrow’s Tate Williamson combined to shoot a 1-under par 69 in the match at Catoosa’s Cherokee Hills. Jelley, who has signed with Oklahoma State, and Williamson, an NSU signee, were 1-up on West’s Eli Armstrong of Edmond North and Coltan Cowan of Piedmont heading into the final hole. Jelley’s tee shot landed in the middle of the fairway but Williamson’s next shot missed the green. Jelley laid up within a foot and half of the pin and Williamson sank the par putt for the victory. “I knew I had to get the up-and-down because I knew they were going to make par,” Jelley told the Tulsa World “My chip was probably what won us the match. It was coming down to the wire.”

Ada teammates Justin Powell and Wyatt Robison teamed up for a evenpar 70 but lost their match to Elk City teammates Joby Gray and Berek Dyson, 3-1. Gray and Dyson shot a 65 to earn low medalist honors.

“We couldn’t have gone out any better, Dyson told The Oklahoman. “We’ve grown up in Elk City together, known each other since grade school. We were just out there having fun. … It was just a bonus that we won it.”

Rejoice

Will Murphy Bishop Kelley

Christian’s Justin Strathe and Watts’ Taylor Asbill shot 3-under 67 to win 4-0 in their match against Burns Flat’s Brian Wenninger and Frederick’s Tanner Oxford. In other action, Union’s Brady Richardson and Ketchum’s Trae Fairchild combined to finish with a 2-under 68.

EAST 17 ½, WEST 6 ½ Cole Morgan, Owasso/ Will Murphy, Bishop Kelley 70 (East) def. Ty Brooking, Deer Creek/ Kevin Daly, McGuinness 4-0.

Goodnight and Oologah’s Megan McDaniels posted a 4-0 win over Bethany’s Kennedy Hansen and Pauls Valley’s Desa Brewer. The West team of Kina Boone of Choctaw and Michaela Osborne of Lawton MacArthur defeated Claremore’s Alyssa Brown and Ponca City’s Kelsey Cotham 3-1.

Allison Sell Edmond North

Joby Gray, Elk City/Berek Dyson, Elk City (West) def. Justin Powell, Ada/ Wyatt Robson, Ada3 -1.

Taylor Asbill, Watts/Justin Strathe, Rejoice Christian (East) def. Brian Wenninger, Burns Flat-Dill City/Tanner Oxford, Frederick 4-0.

Brandon Jelley, Jenks/Tate Williamson, Broken Arrow (East) def. Coltan Cowan, Piedmont/Eli Amrstrong, Edmond North 3-1.

Brady Richardson, Union/Trae Fairchild, Ketchum (East) tied Garrison Mendoza, Clinton/Ryan Roberts, Edmond Memorial 2-2.

Bryce Shaw, Idabel/Zac Harbor, Hugo (East) defe. Sean Hazle, Marlow/Tanner Stiles, Bethany 3.5-0.5.

GIRLS

Edmond North’s Allison Sell and Hinton’s Marci Arrington combined to shoot a 2-under 68 for the only round under par. But it wasn’t enough as the East held on for a 14-10 victory over the West.

Broken Arrow’s Baylee Price and Stillwater’s Gabbi Shelton shot an even-par 70 to defeat the West duo of Deer Creek’s Caroline Goodin and Haley Hill 3-1. Seminole’s Alyssa

Jim Thorpe award winners included Gray of Elk City for the boys and Allyson Wilcox of Duncan for the girls. Velma-Alma coach Greg Gothard was named the OCA Golf Coach of the Year.

EAST 14, WEST 10

Baylee Price, Broken Arrow/Gabbi Shelton, Stillwater (East) def. Caroline Goodin, Deer Creek/Haley Hill, Deer Creek 3-1.

Allison Sell, Edmond North/Maci Arrington, Hinton (West) def. Katie-Lee Wilson, Rejoice Christian/Nadia Majidi, Union 2.5-1.5.

Alyssa Goodnight, Seminole/Megan McDaniels, Oologah (East) def. Kennedy Hansen, Bethany/Desa Brewer, Pauls Valley 4-0.

Kina Boone, Chcoctaw/Michaela Osborne, Lawton MacArthur (West) def. Alyssa Brown, Claremore/Kelsey Gotham, Ponca City 3-1.

Emilee White, Comanche/Allyson Wilcox, Duncan (West) def. Morgan Brown, Henryetta/Emily Pippen, Tahlequah 3.5-0.5.

Kailey Campbell, Oktaha/Faith Lasiter, Eufaula (East) def. Darby Morgan, Weatherford/Markie Hawkins, Fort Cobb-Broxton 4-0.

50 Free: 1, Tomas Elder, West (21.36. 2, Trevor Grant, East 23.19. 3, Riley Fant, West 23.67.

Tomas Elder Norman North

SWIMMING BOYS

Edmond Memorial’s Naresh Naik set new All-State records in the 200 medley relay, 200 IM and 500 free. Naik, who has signed with Missouri State, was joined by Shelby Preston, Mason York and Tomas Elder in the record-setting 200 meter relay with a time of 1:36.40.

His 200 IM time of 1:54.05 broke a 2007 record while his 500 free time of 4:34.69 broke a 2012 mark.

A record was also broken in the boys 400 free with the West team of Zac Cook, Naik, Colton Laramore and Selby (3:16.71) shattered the 2004 time (3:18.02). In individual action, Bartlesville’s Colton Krause swam the 100 fly in 50.83 to break a 2001 record of 51.31. Krause also won the 200 free with a time of 1:45.77.

“It was fun to break the records because it was my last high school meet ever,” Naik told The Oklahoma.

WEST 58, EAST 33

200 Medley Relay: 1, West A Shelby Preston, Mason York, Tomas Elder, Naresh Naik, 1:36.40. 2, East A Josh Hills, Trevor Grant, Chase Davis, Mark Roselius, 1:44.74. 3, East B Mac Johnson, Adam Blosser, Alex Smith, Morgan Medders, 1:47.69.

200 Free: 1, Colton Krause, East 1:45.77. 2, Zac Cook, West 1:47.52. 3.

Colton Laramie, West 1:47.99.

200 IM: 1, Naresh Naik, West 1:54.05. 2, Chase Davis, East 1:54.18. 3, Alex Zhu, West 2:03.26.

Riley Hess Metro Christian

100 Fly: 1, Colton Krause, East 50.83. 2, Preston Selby, West 52.38. 3, Tomas Elder, West 52.72.

100 Free: 1, Colton Laramie, West 51.28. 2, Riley Fant, West 55.86.

3, Mac Johnson, East 1:01.61.

500 Free: 1, Naresh Naik, West 4:34.69.

2, Zac Cook, West 4:55.93. 3, Adam Blosser, East 5:27.66.

200 Free Relay: 1, West A Paul Davis, Riley Fant, Tomas Elder, Colton Laramie, 1:35.04. 2, East A Trevor Grant, Morgan Medders, Mac Johnson, Alex Smith, 1:35.78.

100 Back: 1, Preston Selby, West 53.70.

2, Josh Hills, East 1:03.04.

100 Breast: 1, Chase Davis, East 58.70.

2, Alex Zhu, West 1:01.37. 3, Trevor Grant, East 1:08.03.

400 Relay: 1, West A Zac Cook, Naresh Naik, Colton Laramie, Preston Selbyf, 3:16.71. 2, East A Adam Blosser, Josh Hills, Colton Krause, Alex Smith, 3:44.40.

GIRLS

Anka Lukannek followed up her gold medals in the 50 free and 100 free in the Class 5A state swim meet with a pair of gold medals in the All-State meet. Lukannek, a foreign exchange student from Germany, won the 100 freestyle and the 400 free relay and finished third in the 50 free.

“This was fun,” Lukannek, who had returned home to Germany only to travel back for the All-State games, told the Oklahoman. “It was just another meet, but I think meets here are more fun than Germany. It’s a different atmosphere.”

The 200 relay team of the West team of Alex Ballard, Annah Baykal, AnnMarie Stowe and Dovie Rayburn set a new AllState mark with a time of 1:55.41. Ballard also won a pair of individual events in the 100 fly and 100 backstroke.

Edmond Santa Fe’s Sara Riggs and Edmond Memorial’s Zac Cook were named the Jim

Thorpe Award winners for swimming.

WEST 61, EAST 31

200 Relay: 1, West A Alex Ballard, Annah Baykal, Ann-Marie Stowe, Dovie Rayburn, 1:55.41. 2, East A Hailey Jensen, Kathy Bliss, Margaret Murlette, Hannah Cantrell, 2:01.46.

200 Free: 1, Rylee Hess, East 2:06.71.

2, Shelby Brown, West 2:11.36. 3, AnnMarie Stowe, West 2:12.10.

200 IM: 1, Annah Baykal, West 2:18.36.

2, Hailey Jensen, East 2:24.16. 3, Margaret Murlette, East 2:51.13.

50 Free: 1, Dovie Rayburn, West 25.05.

2, Abbie Imes, West 25.54. 3, Anka Lukannek, West 25.73.

100 Fly: 1, Alex Ballard, West 59.40. 2, Abbie Imes, West 1:00.47. 3, Ann-Marie Stowe, West 1:07.45.

100 Free: 1, Anka Lukannek, West 55.24. 2, Dovie Rayburn, West 55.42. 3, Rylee Hess, East 57.09.

500 Free: 1, Sarah Riggs, West 6:24.35.

2, Sydney Goad, East 6:44.42. 3, Amber Pence, East 6:44.80.

200 Relay: 1, West A Ann-Marie Stowe, Abbie Imes, Jess Graro, Dovie Rayburn 1:45.30. 2, East A Hailey Jensen, Rylee Hess, Kathy Bliss, Hannah Cantrell 1:45.45. 3, East B Amber Pence, Hali Martin, Lauren Keithley, Margaret Murlette 1:57.42.

100 Back: 1, Alex Ballard, Wet 1:00.85.

2, Hailey Jensen, East 1:06.51. 3, Shelby Brown, West 1:07.22.

100 Breast: 1, Annah Baykal, West 1:10.59. 2, Kathy Bliss, East 1:15.07. 3, Jess Graro, West 1:15.74.

400 Relay: 1, West A Abbie Imes, Anka Lukannek, Sarah Riggs, Shelby Brown 4:00.06. 2, East A Sydney Goad, Lauren Keithley, Rylee Hess, Hali Martin, 4:05.03.

BASEBALL Large School

Yukon’s Landon Eason broke up a 1-1 tie with an RBI single in the sixth inning as the Large West went on to win 3-1 at J.L. Johnson Stadium on the campus of Oral Roberts University. Eason went 2-for-3 at the plate. It was the West’s second consecutive win after a string of five consecutive victories by the East.

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Landon Eason Yukon plate, drove in the East’s only run to score Union’s Jon Pendergraft.

Berryhill pitcher Zach Jackson had four strikeouts and allowed just two hits in relief for the East.

Owasso swept the awards with Austin O’Brien winning the Jim Thorpe Award and head coach Larry Turner being named the OCA Baseball Coach of the Year.

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Lyons, Bowker (4), Alvarez (6) and Paul.

Jam, Teague (3), Battenfield (6) and Ziegler. W: Bowker. L: Battenfield.

Small School

Asher’s Zach Fowler and Red Oak’s Dylan Fazekas each hit home runs to key a five-run third inning as the Small East won for the eighth consecutive year.

Fowler belted a three-run shot and Fazekas added a two-run blast. Central Sallisaw’s Wyatt Dodd added a threerun double in the fifth. Latta’s Jake Collins was 2-for-4 in the game with a double and two RBIs. Dover’s Leno Ramirez led the West in hitting, going 2-for-4 with a two-run single.

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Collins, Cole (3), Dixon (6) and White.

Knight, Gibson (6) and Rambo. W: Knight. L: Colins. HR: Fowler, Fazekas.

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Edmond North’s Nathan Roper posted a pair of victories to lead the West to an 8-4 victory over the East in AllState games held at Union. Roper, who will play tennis at Oklahoma State, defeated Chase Gordon in singles 8-2 then teamed with Yukon’s Seth Moore to win their doubles match 8-3. Roper was named the Jim Thorpe Award and Oklahoma Tennis Coaches Association player of the year.

Broken Arrow’s Patrick Sims, a late replacement for the East, won both his singles and double matches. Sims defeated Andrew Ahshapanek in singles play 8-6 then teamed with Henryetta’s Hayden Black for an 8-6 win in doubles.

Edmond North coach Dee Ann Waller was named the OCA Coach of the Year.

WEST 8, EAST 4

Singles: Nathan Roper (West) d. Chase Gordon (East) 8-2. Seth Moore (West) d. Andreas Kutt (East) 8-6. Riley Hale (West) d. Levi Kerr (East) 8-3. John Stout (East) d. Tanner Chambers (West) 8-2. Sylvestor Vo (West) d.

Josh Ellis (East) 8-2. Cameron Schuessler (East) d.

Oakes Arceneauz (West) 8-4.

Matt Tabor (West) d. Hayden Black (East) 8-1. Patrick Sims (East) d. Andrew Ahshapanek 8-6.

Nathan Roper - Edmond North Seth Moore-Yukon of Duncan narrowly defeated Olivia Charvat and Reynolds Chew of Metro Christian 9-8 in a doubles match that lasted nearly two hours. The Duncan teammates led 7-1 before the Metro Christian teammates rallied to force a pro-set tiebreaker.

EAST 8, WEST 4

Singles: Ann Pepper (West) d. Mariah Burke (East) 8-3. Courtney Coon (East) d.

Doubles: Moore-Roper (West) d. Gordon-Kutt 8-3. Arceneaux-Hale (West) d. Ellis-Stout 8-4.

Chambers-Vo (West) d.

Kerr-Schuessler 8-4. BlackSims (East) d. AhshapanekTabor 8-6.

GIRLS

The East picked up singles victories from Broken Arrow’s Courtney Coon, Jenks’ Piper Huey, Metro Christian’s Olivia Charvat and Reynolds Chew, Cascia Hall’s Abby Jordan and Perry’s Lauryn Sullins as the East posted an 8-4 victory over the West.

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Drew Kaiser

Broken Arrow High School

How long have you been involved in FCA? I have been involved in FCA my whole life. My dad is the Northeast director of FCA so I pretty much was born into FCA. I went to FCA camps as a baby and am still attending them now. I started FCA at my middle school in 6th grade as far as school related FCA and am still helping run it now.

Who influenced you to join?

My dad was a major influence of me joining and being apart of FCA. Also one of my best friends and teammates, middle linebacker, Alex Bradley has been an influence for FCA and also with my walk with Christ.

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

FCA helps me on and off the field by teaching me to give all glory to God. It helps me play every down for him and is also a great tool to bring my teammates and friends to Christ.

How have your beliefs helped you as an athlete?

My beliefs influence my game on the field. I give 100 percent on the field because I know with my play I am glorifying my savior Jesus Christ.

How have you used your beliefs or association with FCA to help others or spread the word?

I try to be a leader on and off the field. When my teammates and friends see that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m different and my play and success reflects it then they want to know whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up! It helps to bring teammates and friends to Christ.

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West 25-18; 25-22; 25-19

BASKETBALL Boys

Large School Early on, it looked as though the West might run away with this one. The East trailed 19-9 but cut the gap to five after one quarter, 21-16. The East put together a 29-point second period to lead at halftime 45-38.

Jaime Rahilly Cascia Hall Alexandra Dick (West) 8-3. Piper Huey (East) d. Kathryn Dillingham (West) 8-4. Olivia Charvat (East) d. Shali Schoepflin (West) 8-3. Brittany Toone (West) d. Margo Martin 8-2. Reynolds Chew (East) d. Samantha Cassidy 8-2. Abby Jordan (East) d. Alexandra Morales (West) 8-5. Lauryn Sullins (East) d. Lacie Unah 8-0.

Doubles: Burke-Huey (East) d. DickDillingham 8-6. Pepper-Schoepflin (West) d. Coon-Martin 8-2. CassidyToone (West) d. Charvat-Chew 9-8.

Jordan-Sullins (East) d. Morales-Unah 8-2.

VOLLEYBALL Large School

The East won four of the final five points in the third set to take the match 2-1 at Bixby. The team was led by Bishop Kelley standout Claire Kelley, who was named the most valuable player of the match and earn the Jim Thorpe Award. The West had no answers for Kelley, Comets teammate Grace Balcerak and Stillwater’s Payton Meachem, who scored over half of the East’s point in the last set.

LARGE EAST 2, LARGE WEST 1 East 25-20; 19-25; 25-22 Small School

Christian Heritage’s Lauren Winslow recorded several ace serves to lead the West to a three-set victory. Winslow was named the most valuable player of the match. Cascia Hall’s Jaime Rahilly recorded 15 kills for the East.

SMALL WEST 3, SMALL EAST 0

The lead see-sawed back and forth in the second half until the final minutes.

Edmond North’s Carlbe Evans led all scorers with 17 points, including a pair of free throws in the final minute to lead the West to an 89-85 victory at ORU’s Mabee Center. Midwest City’s Cornell Neal was next with 16 followed

by Lawton’s Tevin Foster, who finished with 11 and Putnam City’s David Bush’s 10 points. The East was led by Hale all-stater Davaunte Thomas, who had 13 points. Thomas was added to the roster as a replacement for Booker T. Washington all-star Juwan Parker. Fort Gibson’s Jordan Hill and Stillwater’s Rico Thompson chipped in 11 points apiece while Central’s Delvan Lucas had 10. OC Douglass’ Stephen Clark, named the Jim Thorpe Basketball player of the year, finished with nine points, including a key basket with 1:12 left in the game to help push the West’s lead to six points late.

WEST 89, EAST 85

West: Ervin 17, Neal 16, Foster 11, Boyce 10, Clark 9, Bush 8, Warren 7, Golightly 5, Satoe 4, Beckett 2.

East: Thomas 13, Hill 11, Thompson 11, Lucas 10, Hibler 8, Huffman 8, Simmons 7, Youngblood 7, Norris 6, Hukill 4.

Jeylyn Sharpe Ketchum Newton and Ketchum’s Jeylyn Sharpe finished with 12 apiece. Latta coach Donnie Husband was named the OCA coach of the year.

WEST 100, EAST 82

West: Regier 17, Mercer 13, Shelton 12, Woolbright 12, Moon 11, Aska 10, Stafford 8, Harris 6, Overstreet 6, Daugherty 5.

East: Winney 13, Newton 12, Sharpe 12, Castlebury 9, Couch 9, Richardson 9, Brown 6, Storts 6, Self 5, Bradbury 1.

Girls

Large School Lakota Beatty put the final touches

Small School

Five players scored in double figures as the West breezed to a 100-82 victory in the Small School game. Forgan’s Jake Regier led all scorers with 17 points.

West teammates Dallen Mercer of Velma-Alma, Plainview’s Deric Shelton and Sterling’s Trevyn Woolbright finished with 13, 12 and 12 points, respectively. Crescent’s John Moon and Coyle’s Tony Aska recorded 11 and 10 points apiece for the West.

Weleetka’s Jeremiah Winney led the East with 13 points. Okemah’s Stoney

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on an outstanding high school career, scoring a game-high 17 points to lead the Large West to a 73-51 victory over the East at the ORU Mabee Center. The 5-foot-8 perimeter specialist who has signed with Oklahoma State, scored eight consecutive points to open the game and give the West a lead that really was never challenged. The West built a 21-6 first period cushion and were only outscored in one quarter.

The East used a 14-8 second period to close the gap to 29-20 at intermission.

Booker T. Washington’s Kaylan Mayberry drained a 3-pointer early in the second half to pull the East to within six but it was as close as they would get. Beatty was one of three West players in double figures. Joining her was Melinda Murillo of Guthrie with 15 and Sarah Parker of Piedmont with 13. Mayberry led the East with nine points followed by eight each from Micaela Yu from Shawnee and Che’Ron Lewis of Cushing. Each team was without one of its stars as Jenks’ Jessica Washington has already joined the Lady Tar Heels in North Carolina while West star Gioya Carter of Carl Albert, who has signed with Oklahoma, elected not to play in the game. Beatty was named the Jim Thorpe Girls Basketball player of the year. Fort Gibson coach Jerry Walker was named the OCA Coach of the Year.

WEST 73, EAST 51

West: Beatty 17, Murillo 15, Parker 13, Gibson 9, Collins 6, Tucker 5, Adair 5, Mack 2, Graves 1.

East: Mayberry 9, Yu 8, Lewis 8, Palmer 5, Iven 5, Kirby 4, Wilson 4, Hill 4, McClure 2, Williams 2.

Small School The West completed the sweep with a 30-point victory in the small school game. Fairview’s Olivia Mason led all scorers with 21 points. Snyder’s Marley Anderson and Turner’s Connor Hamon finished with 12 apiece.

Marlow’s Ashley O’Dell added 11 points.

Dewar’s Cheyenne Been led the East with 18 points on six 3-pointers. Dale’s Breck Clark chipped in 15.

WEST 84, EAST 54

West: Mason 21, Anderson 12, Harmon 12, O’Dell 11, Hughes 9, Tate 8, Rogers 5, Spradlin 5, Janz 2.

East: Been 18, Clark 16, Gorham 8, Mcareavey 7, Gum 2, Campos 2, Payne 1.

WRESTLING Large School

The West won 10 weight classes to take the Large School title 35-24.

Del City’s Trevon Brewer started the West off with a 3-1 decision over Owasso’s Jake Caldwell at 113 pounds.

Next, Edmond North’s stars Jordan Armstrong and Joshua Breece picked up victories at 120 and 126. Armstrong scored a 1-0 decision over Shawnee’s Michael Smith followed by Breece’s 10-3 major decision over Sapulpa’s Corey Jones.

The East’s first points game in the fourth match when East Central’s Mark Carter pinned Lawton MacArthur’s Adrian Gaines in 3:02. The victory capped off an undefeated season for Carter, who was 44-0 and a state champion. Muskogee’s Joe Andrews also picked up a pin for the East when he put Deer Creek’s Chad Draper on his back in 2:16. The East’s only other win came at 195 pounds with Bixby’s Reid Rodich earning a 3-2 decision over Del City’s Jacob Lamb.

WEST 35, EAST 25

113: Trevon Brewer (Del City) dec.

Jake Caldwell (Owasso) 3-1.

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120: Jordan Armstrong (Edmond North) dec. Michael Smith (Shawnee) 3-0.

126: Joshua Breece (Edmond North) m.d. Corey Jones (Sapulpa) 10-1.

132: Mark Carter (East Central) p.

Danny Maldonado Lawton Adrian Gaines (Lawton MacArthur) 3:09.

138: Danny Maldanaldo (Lawton) dec.

Anthony Mica (Bixby) 3-2.

145: Bryan Dutton (Guthrie) dec.

Corey Todd (Shawnee) 4-1.

152: Ricky McCarty (Lawton MacArthur) forfeit.

160: Keilan Torres (Altus) m.d.

Brandon Hunt (Ponca City) 14-4.

170: Joe Andrews (Muskogee) p. Chad Draper (Deer Creek) 2:16.

182: Derek Sivertsen (Moore) dec.

Benny Steffenson (Grove) 5-0.

195: Reid Rodich (Bixby) dec. Jacob Lamb (Del City) 3-2.

220: John Finn (Westmoore) dec. Nigel Harris (Muskogee) 3-2 Hvy: Jacoby Brown (Chickasha) dec.

Carlos Taylor (Broken Arrow) 3-2.

Small School

The Small East earned the split in the matches, romping to a 45-13 victory. The East rolled to a quick lead, winning their first six matches, including a pin from Miami’s Eli Hale over Comanche’s Ricky Kelly in 3:23 and a technical fall from Tonkawa’s Joshua Atler over Clinton’s Marcus Thomas, 12-3. Berryhill’s Trey Jimenez and Davey Dolan each picked up East wins. Jimenez earned a 4-2 decision over Sulphur’s Ike Flowers at 113 pounds while Dolan pinned Hinton’s Jake Reading in 3:00 at 145 pounds.

Vinita 195-pounder Clae Mays pinned Harrah’s Jake Welt in 3:15.

220: Kaleb Phillips (Vinita) dec. Dominique Polk (Anadarko) 5-0.

and 29-yard pass from Fairview’s Grant Nightengale to Pauls Valley Dewayne Sanders.

FOOTBALL

E: Werner 9 pass from Stallard (Taylor kick).

Hvy: Mike Baker (Locust Grove) draw Nathan Jackson (Tuttle) 1-1 OT.

Braden Calip jenks The West picked up victories at 170 and 182 pounds. Plainview’s Drake Martel scored a major decision over Poteau’s Derek Francis 8-0 and Weatherford’s Matt Hoffman pinned Vinita’s Skylar Miller in 3:14 at 182 pounds.

EAST 45, WEST 13

113: Trey Jimenez (Berryhill) dec. Ike Flowers (Sulphur) 4-2.

120: Eric Juanes (Newkirk) dec. Raul Vazquez (Weatherford) 7-3.

126: Eli Hale (Miami) p. Ricky Kelly (Comanche) 3:23.

132: Joshua Atley (Tonkawa) t.f.

Marcus Thomas (Clinton) 12-3.

138: Tyler Tustin (Poteau) dec. Blake Trescott (Anadarko) 4-0.

145: Davey Dolan (Berryhill) p. Jake Reading (Hinton) 3:00.

152: Ryan Moline (Cushing) dec.

Austin Elam (Tuttle) 6-5.

160: Kyle Driscoll (Cascia Hall) m.d. T.J. Buser (Geary) 15-4.

170: Drake Martel (Plainview) m.d.

Derek Francis (Poteau) 8-0.

182: Matt Hoffman (Weatherford) p.

Skylar Miller (Vinita) 3:14.

195: Cale Mays (Vian) p. Jake Welt (Harrah) 3:15.

The West scored the game’s final 26 points to extend its win streak over the East to four straight games. A.J. West of Yukon rushed for a game-high 67 yards on 15 rushes to lead the West’s running attack.

Kingfisher’s Grant Newton rushed for 29 yards, including a threeyard touchdown run.

WEST 32, EAST 7

W: Higginbotham 6 pass from Reasnor (kick failed).

W: Hill 21 pass from Reasnor (run failed).

W: Newton 3 run (Reasnor kick).

W: Knowles 1 run (kick failed).

W: Sanders 39 pass Nightengale (Reasnor kick).

The West was 10-of-20 passing for 192 yards and three touchdowns, led by Cashion quarterback Ty Reasnor, who was 6-of-13 for 92 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. Reasnor hit Norman North’s Jake Higginbotham for the game’s first score, a sixyard strike. The Cashion QB also connected with Blanchard’s Zach Hill for a 21-yard score.

After the West took a 6-0 lead, Cleveland’s Chas Stallard found Poteau’s Jay Werner for a nine-yard touchdown and with Cole Taylor’s extra point, gave the East its only lead, 7-6.

Hill’s TD reception allowed the West to regain the lead for good. Stallard concluded his high school career going 8-of-14 passing for 157 yards and a touchdown.

He also threw two interceptions.

Higginbotham led all receivers with four catches for 67 yards. Coweta wide receiver Hunter Rasberry had two catches for 89 yards, including a 72-yard reception. Rasberry appeared headed for a touchdown when he had the ball stripped from behind at the West 2-yard line by OC Douglass’ Terry Harris.

The West pulled away in the second half with touchdown runs from Newton, Wynnewood’s Trey Knowles

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Class 6A The two teams everyone expects to make the trip to Stillwater are Jenks and Union. The defending state champs are focused and ready to invade Boone Pickens Stadium, but the Redskins have reloaded and would love nothing more than to add another gold

ball to the trophy case. Could this be the year Broken Arrow is finally crowned champion? The Tigers have the talent to get back to Stillwater, but another east foe in the Owasso Rams are confident they can be a major player in the Class 6A picture come December.

Class 5A Head coach Bobby Klinck and the East Central Cardinals have the road map out and the path to Stillwater is highlighted in gold. Led by quarterback Tre'Von Cherry, the Cardinals will figure into the Class 5A playoff picture with another solid class of athletes and a renewed commitment to being

the best east side 5A team. Bishop Kelley and Claremore are top ten teams capable of surprising opponents and making the playoff race interesting.

Class 4A Several area Class 4A teams have the potential to compete for a title this season. The Oologah Mustangs may have the best offensive line in the class, while Cascia Hall and head coach Joe Medina are always a threat to put together a championship type season.

Catoosa, McLain and Glenpool all have a shot at making the playoffs and could be one of the teams dancing in Stillwater.

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Holland Hall

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Coach: Tag Gross

2012 Record: 4-6 Schedule: Aug. 30 – at Casady (OKC) Sept. 6 – vs. Cascia Hall Sept. 13 – vs. Lincoln Christian Sept. 20 – vs. Oakridge Sept. 27 – vs. Cistercian Oct. 4 – at Greenhill (Dallas) Oct. 11 – at All Saints (Fort Worth) Oct. 18 – vs. St. Marks Oct. 25 – at Episcopal of Dallas

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Jake Fox OFFENSE

Offensively, Tag Gross will have seven returning starters from last year's squad with some good senior leadership. At quarterback will be Jake Fox (6-4, 200, Sr.) who passed for over 900 yards last season with seven touchdowns. Those statistics should go up with targets like Pierce Brady (5-10, 175, Sr.) and Branson Stickney (5-10, 160, Sr.) to look for downfield. Brady returns after a 25 catch, three touchdown junior campaign.

There should also be plenty of yards gained on the ground with running backs Anthony Oyekan, Cory Taylor and Jon Werthen. Those three combined for a total of 1,428 yards last season and 11 touchdowns. Anchoring the line will be Hayden Brauninger (6-3, 210, Sr.) Running out of the I Formation, look for a lot of interchanging parts with fresh bodies and legs keeping the Dutch offense moving this season.

Defensively, Coach Gross said they have a group that has grown up and ready to be physical up front. Leading the way will be James Eaton (6-2, 250, Sr.) at tackle. Last season he had 39 tackles and seven sacks.

Next to him will be Larry Goode (6-0, 300, Sr.) at nose guard. Goode contributed 44 tackles and 3 sacks in the 2012. Also up front will be Morgan Salisbury (6-4, 205, Sr.) coming on strong from his end position. The linebacking crew will be anchored by Jordan Meicke (5-10, 200, Sr.) who is the leading returning tackler from last years squad with 85. The defensive backfield will be led by John Byers (5-11, 160, Sr.) at cornerback. He had 36 tackles last season and led the team in interceptions with five. All in all, Gross feels very good about the season. “We have a strong senior class that has a chance to lead us to the playoffs.”

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