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As a varsity football and basketball player for Glenpool High School, Colton Kane has learned the value of being a dependable teammate and what it means to work with teammates towards a common goal. As a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Kane has learned to take pride in his heritage and what that means to him as a student-athlete. “It means a great deal to me to be a part of the Muscogee (Creek) family. I have a lot of pride in the Creek Nation,” said Kane. Only a junior, Kane has impressed the coaches at Glenpool with his ability to lead and help others. At Glenpool High School Kane has joined a leadership group that nurtures young studentathletes to become future leaders of the community. “I’m part of a leadership class that I

take with my football coach.” Kane is a member of the Bird Clan and his families’ heritage comes from his father’s family. “I am from the Bird Clan and I get my heritage from my dads side of the family. Being a member of the Mvskoke Creeks has taught me to never give up and never quit even when times get hard.” And that ability to push through adversity is why Kane has become such a valuable asset to Glenpool High School and to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Continuing his education is something Kane is looking forward to in the future. “Today being a member of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation gives me a few more offers of classes I can take and they can also help pay for some of my school in the future.” Life as a student-athlete and Muscogee (Creek) citizen has left Kane full of great memories growing up in Oklahoma. “The most memorable part about going to high school would probably be the friends that I have made and knowing that they will be my friends for the rest of my life.”

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Maya West Broken Arrow How long have you been involved with FCA? Since the beginning of my sophomore year. Who influenced you? I saw it represented on club day, and as soon as we saw it, a bunch of the other cheerleaders and I signed up! How has FCA made an impact in your life on and off the field? The meetings always boost my spirits in the mornings, and I always leave happier than I come. It also helped me find people to build Godly relationships with. How have your beliefs helped you as an athlete? My beliefs help me keep a positive attitude. It can be hard sometimes, but when I focus on God, positive vibes come easily. What is your favoriate Bible verse and why? “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:34. I love this verse because it is a constant reminder not to stress over the future, which I tend to do pretty often. It helps me focus on today and the trouble it brings, before worrying about the future. 12

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VYPE Shelter Insurance and Bryan Dobbs Congratulate Cooper Nunley - Mr. Football 2015 In front of the home crowd, family members, teammates and coaches at the new Frank Herald gymnasium, Shelter Insurance agents Bryan Dobbs and Kyle Doke presented Jenks quarterback Cooper Nunley with the 2015 Shelter Insurance Mr. Football award. Head coach for the Jenks Trojans, Allan Trimble, accepted the schools trophy from VYPE Magazine editor Brad Heath. Nunley led the Jenks Trojans to their third Class 6A state title in a row adding to the programs storied history of success at the highest level in Oklahoma. Nunley thanked his teammates for the sacrifices everyone made to insure they graduated as champions.

Mr. Football. Your teammates are the real reason you receive awards like this and they certainly deserve their share of the credit,” said Nunley. Nunley ends his career with several records at Jenks including most wins, most passing yards, most completions and most touchdowns.

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Offensive coordinator Dub Maddox said Nunley was more than deserving of the honor. “He’s a winner. Nothing rattles him and all he does is win. His third state title and now Mr. Football is a great way to finish his high school career.” Nunley has signed his letter of intent to play football at Drake University next fall.

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The Tulsa area is loaded with tremendous basketball talent. This season narrowing down the talent pool for the Elite 8 was tough, but after hours of arguing in the VYPE office, we’ve come up with the 2015/16 edition of the Elite 8.

History of the VYPE Elite 8 2006/07 Alyssia Brewer – Sapulpa Haley Knifechief – Claremore Abby Jackson – Memorial Nicollette Smith – Bishop Kelley Nick Sidorakis – Jenks Ken Holdman – East Central Robert Avery – Holland Hall Derrick Lewis – Union 2007/08 Alyssia Brewer – Sapulpa Tia Magee – Jenks Jenni Bryan – Coweta Angel Goodrich – Tahlequah Sequoyah Rotnei Clarke – Verdigris Robert Crawford – Victory Monty Brown – Liberty Bryson Pope – Jenks

2008/09 Amy Graham – Hominy Kevi Luper – Adair Taleya Mayberry – BTWTaylor Lewis – Broken Arrow Cameron Downing – Memorial Tyler Ridgeway – Foyil Bryson Pope – Jenks Brock Morton – Holland Hall 14

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2009/10 Jenni Bryan – Coweta Carrington Fox – Union Paiton Taylor – Hulbert Caitlyn Mathis – Kiefer Cameron Downing – Memorial Tharone Chilton – BTW Oren Faulk – Muskogee Will Baysinger – Owasso

2010/11 Savannah Carter – Memorial Chelsi Dennis – BA Jordan Schultz – Claremore Miranda Sisney – Sand Springs Drew Wilson – East Central Kendall Davis – Sapulpa Clay Wilson – Lincoln Christian Jacob Parker – Bixby

2011/12 Jessica Washington – Jenks Felecia Achilefu – East Central Caitlyn Spurgeon – Vinita Shannon Hough – Green Country Juwan Parker – BTW L.J. Ross – Victory Christian J.C. Hartzler – Union C.J. Cole – Sperry

2012/13 Jessica Washington – Jenks Bria Pitts – East Central Stevi Parker – Bixby Christina Devers – Bixby Juwan Parker – Booker T. Washington Allonzo Trier – NOAH Thomas Bacon – Kiefer Zach Norris – Coweta

2013/14 Toree Thompson – Broken Arrow Amari Dennis – Broken Arrow Baileigh O’Dell – Verdigris Sharayla Brown – East Central Shake Milton – Owasso

Mitchell Solomon – Bixby Chris Crawford – Victory Christian Shawn Olden – Union

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Caleb Nero – Junior – Memorial High School Point Guard • 6-2 • Qualities: Intelligent, plays fast, vision, passing, leader Get to Know Caleb Nero VYPE: Caleb, is there a current or former Elite 8 player you would like to play with or against? Nero: “Yes, Alonzo Trier. I would like to play against him because he is a great player.” VYPE: Where were you born? Nero: “Tulsa.” VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not playing basketball?

Nero: “I like to fish, hunt and hang with friends.” VYPE: Do you have a favorite college or NBA team? Nero: “I prefer NBA ball and my favorite team is the OKC Thunder.” VYPE: Ever had a brush with greatness or meet someone famous? Nero: “Dr. J, Julius Erving. I was playing in a tournament in Louisiana.” VYPE: Best basketball

movie? Nero: “Coach Carter.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out music like fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Nero: “March Madness by Future.” VYPE: Is there a reason you decided to wear #10? Nero: “No, just have always worn 10.” Follow Caleb on twitter @calebdn10

Ethan Chargois – Junior – Union High School PF/Center • 6-8 • Qualities: Smooth, plays loose, lifts teammates, positive attitude Get to Know Ethan Chargois VYPE: Ethan, is there a current or former Elite 8 player you would like to play with or against? Chargois: “Drew Wilson. He’s my cousin.” VYPE: Where were you born? Chargois: “Tulsa.” VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not playing basketball? Chargois: “I’m usually playing 2K or watching T.V.” VYPE: Do you have a favorite college

or NBA team? Chargois: “I’m an NBA fan and like the Cleveland Cavaliers.” VYPE: What’s the best basketball movie of all time? Chargois: “I would say, More Than A Game.” VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Chargois: “My favorite subject is History and my favorite teacher is Mr. Newsom.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out music like fighters, what

would you pick as your walk out song? Chargois: “All Eyes On Me by Tupac.” VYPE: Ever have a brush with greatness or meet someone famous? Chargois: “I met Russell Westbrook at his camp.” VYPE: Is there a reason you decided to wear 1? Chargois: “I want to be #1 in everything.” Follow Ethan on twitter @Ethan_Chargo1s

TJ Washington – Senior – Jenks High School Point Guard • 6-0 • Qualities: Court vision, leadership, athletic, unselfish Get to Know TJ Washington VYPE: TJ, is there one player on the Elite 8 past or present you would like to play with or against? Washington: “I would like to play with Ethan (Chargois) so I could have a nice post player.” VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Washington: “Physics is my favorite class and coach Williams is my favorite teacher. VYPE: Where were you born? Washington: “I was

born in Pueblo, Colorado.” VYPE: Best basketball movie of all time? Washington: “White Men Can’t Jump.” VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not playing basketball? Washington: “I just like to hang out.” VYPE: Do you prefer college over the NBA and do you have a favorite team? Washington: “I prefer college basketball. My teams are IUPUI and the University of North Carolina.” VYPE: Any particular reason you wear that jersey number?

Washington: “I wanted to be like AI (Allen Iverson) when I was younger.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out music like fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Washington: “Walked In by Bankroll Fresh.” VYPE: Ever have a brush with greatness or meet someone famous? Washington: “Met Blake Griffin at Braums.” Follow TJ on twitter @TjWashington3

Elijah Landrum – Junior – Central High School Point Guard • 5-10 • Qualities: Athletic, fast player, unselfish, floor presence Get to Know Elijah Landrum VYPE: Elijah, is there one player on the Elite 8 past or present you would like to play with or against? Landrum: “Caleb Nero because he’s my little bro.” VYPE: Where were you born? Landrum: “Tulsa.” VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not playing basketball? Landrum: “I like playing the game and chilling with friends.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out music like

fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Landrum: “Work Hard Play Hard by Wiz Khalifa.” VYPE: Do you prefer college over the NBA and do you have a favorite team? Landrum: “NBA! I’m a OKC Thunder fan.” VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Landrum: “My favorite subject is English and my favorite teacher is Ms. Vess.” VYPE: Ever have a brush with greatness or

meet someone famous? Landrum: “James Harden at a Houston football game.” VYPE: Best basketball movie of all time? Landrum: “More Than A Game.” VYPE: Is there a reason you wear that particular jersey number? Landrum: “It was the only number I could get as a freshman.” Follow Elijah on twitter @BallislifeEli JANUARY 2016

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Brice Calip – Senior – Sapulpa High School PG/SG • 5-8 • Qualities: Plays hard, aggressive, great vision, leader Get to Know Brice Calip VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not playing basketball? Calip: “I like to hang with friends, watch Netflix and do other activities such as skating, bowling and play board games.” VYPE: Brice is there one player on the Elite 8 past or present you would like to play with or against? Calip: “I would love to play with Alyssia Brewer because I have never played with a true post.” VYPE:

Best basketball movie of all time? Calip: “Love & Basketball.” VYPE: Ever have a brush with greatness or meet someone famous? Calip: “Yes, Derek Jeter at a Texas Rangers game.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out music like fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Calip: “Phenomenal by Eminem. VYPE: Do you prefer college over the NBA and do you have a favorite team? Calip: “I prefer college. My favorite teams

are OU men’s and UConn women’s.” VYPE: Where were you born? Calip: “Claremore.” VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Calip: “Favorite class is AP Government, favorite teacher is coach Rob.” VYPE: Any particular reason you wear that jersey number? Calip: “No.” Follow Brice on twitter @briceycalip3

Mya Bhinhar – Sophomore – Owasso High School Point Guard/Guard • 5-9 • Qualities: Motivator, leader, determined, hard worker Get to Know Mya Bhinhar VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Bhinhar: “English is my favorite subject and Mrs. Palmer is my favorite teacher.” VYPE: Do you prefer college over the NBA and do you have a favorite team? Bhinhar: “I like college basketball. My favorite men’s team is Kansas, my favorite women’s team is Arkansas.” VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not

playing basketball? Bhinhar: “Hang out with friends and family.” VYPE : If basketball players had walk out music like fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Bhinhar: “Trap Queen (Crankdat Remix) by Fetty Wap.” VYPE: Where were you born? Bhinhar: “Tulsa.” VYPE: Is there a reason you wear that jersey number? Bhinhar: “No.” VYPE: Ever have a brush with greatness or meet someone famous? Bhinhar: “Yes,

Garth Brooks at Red Robin when I was eating with my family.” VYPE: Best basketball movie of all time? Bhinhar: “Coach Carter.” VYPE: Mya is there one player on the Elite 8 past or present you would like to play with or against? Bhinhar: “I would like to play with Aaliyah Wilson because she’s the ultimate package and I admire her game.” Follow Mya on twitter @MyaBhinhar

Alexis Gaulden – Senior – Broken Arrow High School Guard • 5-8 • Qualities: Unselfish, quick, hustles, plays both ends

Get to Know Alexis Gaulden VYPE: Is there a reason you wear that jersey number? Gaulden: “No, but now there is a reason; I’ve won two state championships.” VYPE: What do you like to do when you’re not playing basketball? Gaulden: “Be with family and friends.” VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Gaulden: “My favorite subject is math and my favorite teacher is Mrs. Broakway.” VYPE: Alexis is

there one player on the Elite 8 past or present you would like to play with or against? Gaulden: “Brice Calip. We’ve been playing against each other a long time, would be cool to play with her.” VYPE: Ever have a brush with greatness or meet someone famous? Gaulden: “Chris Tucker. He came to watch my dance group perform.” VYPE: Best basketball movie of all time? Gaulden: “Love & Basketball.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out

Eva Lewis – Senior – Will Rogers High School Forward • 6-0 • Qualities: Plays hard, leads by example, physical, intelligent Get to Know Eva Lewis VYPE: What’s your favorite subject in school and your favorite teacher? Lewis: “My favorite subject is math and my favorite teacher is Mr. McCleahan.” VYPE: Do you prefer college over the NBA and do you have a favorite team? Lewis: “I prefer the NBA. I’m a Golden State Warriors.” VYPE: Best basketball movie of all time? Lewis: “Coach Carter.” VYPE: What do you enjoy

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doing when you’re not on the court? Lewis: “Eating and hanging out with teammates.” VYPE: Is there a reason you wear that particular jersey number? Lewis: “Yes. I’ve had this number since middle school.” VYPE: If basketball players had walk out music like fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Lewis: “Any J. Cole song.” VYPE: Where were you born? Lewis: “Tulsa.” VYPE: What schools are currently recruiting

you? Lewis: “I’m being recruited by Tulsa, ORU and Arkansas State.” Follow Eva on twitter @_Evaaa_

music like fighters, what would you pick as your walk out song? Gaulden: “Big Rings by Drake.” VYPE: Do you prefer college over the NBA and do you have a favorite team? Gaulden: “NBA. I’m a Thunder fan.” VYPE: Where were you born? Gaulden: “Tulsa.” Follow Alexis on twitter @alexisgaulden

Elite 8 Revisited Former Elite 8 standouts Clay Wilson from Lincoln Christian and Nick Sidorakis from Jenks paused to welcome this new class of Elite 8 players from the Tulsa area. Wilson played four years at Princeton University, while Sidorakis played four years at Oklahoma State University and was a team captain as a senior. VYPE: Clay, what do you remember most about the Elite 8 team you were on in 2010-11? Wilson: I remember the Elite 8 quite well, I had played AAU with both Drew Wilson and Jacob Parker and I knew Jordan Schultz through mutual friends so it was good reconnecting with them. It was a great honor and I’m proud to be an elite 8 alum so to speak. The photo shoot took place at my high school so that’s something I will never forget. While Lincoln has been traditionally praised for their football accolades it was nice to bring some exposure and attention to the basketball team that is on the rise. VYPE: What about you Nick? You were on the very first Elite 8 team in 2006-07. Sidorakis: The first thing that comes to mind is the talent. There was a lot of talent within that group and looking back I’m fortunate to have had the opportunity to compete against such high caliber athletes. I still keep in touch with Derrick Lewis and see Ken Holdman from time to time. VYPE: Clay, that was a fun class we had in 2010-11. Wilson: It was a great honor and I’m proud to be an Elite 8 alum so to speak. The photo shoot took place at my high school so that’s something I will never forget. While Lincoln has been traditionally praised for their football accolades it was nice to bring some exposure and attention to the basketball team that is on the rise.

VYPE: Nick, we heard you got married recently? Sidorakis: I recently got married to Hunter Peterson (Sidorakis) on October 17th of 2015. She was a 2007 graduate that played basketball for Jenks then went on to break records at Rogers State University in Claremore (I like bragging on her). We plan to have kids but that’s for a later discussion. Right now we’re just enjoying the adventure and I look forward to doing life with her.

Sidorakis: I am working in the commercial insurance industry as an Insurance Broker/Risk Consultant. My focus is mainly toward construction, manufacturing, and hospitality, but have knowledge in other industries too. I’m slowly but surely learning more and more about the energy side, which I find interesting. I enjoy what I do because I get to interact and form a relationship with business owners and company risk managers. My ultimate goal is that my clients see me as an asset to their business. Not to mention it’s another form of competition in an industry that’s ever-changing, which makes you “keep your head on a swivel.” (laughs) My hobbies consist of playing in basketball and men’s softball leagues around Tulsa. I really enjoy golfing as long as I’m not snap hooking my drives. I attend Life Church in South Tulsa and serve on the Host Team.

VYPE: Clay, what are you up to these days? Wilson: I graduated this past spring and I currently play professional basketball in Germany. My hobbies include reading, learning the German language, traveling the world, and of course practicing basketball. After my playing days are over I would like to get into collegiate coaching. VYPE: And you Nick? What takes up all of your time besides being married?

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THE “DRIVEN” ATHLETES OF THE MONTH Trenton Lieurance - Broken Arrow High School Trenton Lieurance is a junior at Broken Arrow High School and is a member of the varsity wrestling team. Lieurance wrestles heavyweight and has worked hard for the success he has enjoyed this season after being a state placer last year. During the Joe Zamora/Skyler Holman Broken Arrow Open, Lieurance took top honors by defeating Tyler Jay of Sapulpa by fall. Earlier in the season Lieurance placed 2nd at the Sand Springs Invitational after beating Dom Pipes of Sand Springs, Brett Bridges of Ponca City and Nate Thompson of Sperry to go to the finals. According to Owrestle.com Lieurance is the No.1 ranked heavyweight in Class 6A heading into dual state and the state tournament. “I’ve worked extremely hard to be where I am. I’ve had some

setbacks, but I’ve pushed through them. I’m always putting in extra work after practice just to be better than everyone else. Going into duals and state I feel very confident I’ve trained too hard to get beat and with God on my side, no one is going to stop me,” said Lieurance. Head coach Shawn Jones said the looked good and coming into the start of the season the staff was expecting several guys to have big years including Lieurance. “We are returning the most points from the 2015 state tournament in Class 6A. Our goals are set, we are ready to go and excited about this season. We have several guys to watch including Blake Warren, Joey Hall, Andrew Evans, Tejuan Daniels, Blake Mattioda, Isaiah Page, Skyler Haynes, Tyler Lawley, Brady Mattida, and Trenton Lieurance.” For his commitment to continuing the great wrestling tradition at Broken Arrow and for his dedication to being a great student-athlete, Trenton Lieurance is the Driven Athlete of the Month.

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Broken Arrow Young Guns - The Future The Broken Arrow wrestling program doesn’t rebuild, it reloads. Head coach Shawn Jones has consistently coached his team to be a contender at dual state and individual state. A big reason is the underclassmen that grow up in the wrestling room, patiently waiting their turn to make their mark on the program. Here are four guys poised to become the next generation of great wrestlers at Broken Arrow. Gavin Potter: Freshman One of the guys in the room with a tall ceiling, Gavin Potter continues to show improvement with every match. “Gavin has wrestled varsity all year. He has made great improvements as the year has progressed. He has a winning record in a tough weight class. A tall rangy kid with a big frame, he has competed at 170lbs for the Tigers. Was the quarterback for the freshman football team. He’s a great athlete that is going to do nothing but improve on a daily basis. We are excited about his

future,” said coach Jones. Zach Marcheselli: Freshman Its crazy to think, but Zach Marscheselli is only a freshman and is at a level that some don’t reach until their junior or senior seasons. “Very mature and ready to compete for a State Championship this year. Wrestles 182lbs, and has only lost a couple of matches. Hustles around, has great offense on his feet and can attack and score points while in the top position. Zach is also a football player, playing linebacker and receiver,” said coach Jones. Caleb Wise: Sophomore Caleb Wise placed 3rd at the Joe Zamora/Skyler Homan BA Open, only losing to teammate Blake Mattioda in the semifinals.

placements. Great wrestler with a deep skill set, competing at 145lbs for the Tigers and ready for the remainder of the season,” said coach Jones. Brady Mattioda: Sophomore This sophomore placed 3rd at the Joe Zamora.Skyler Holman BA Open making it to the semifinals where he was beat by teammate Tajuan Daniels. “Brady is a two-year starter and was one match away from going to the state tournament as a freshman. Has made vast improvements, and looking forward to a big finish. He wrestles at 126lbs for the Tigers. His brother Blake Mattioda is also a varsity starter and is having a great season. Brady is a 4.0 student, and it shows when he competes,” said coach Jones.

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Youth Movement At Union The wrestling room at Union is full of young wrestling hopefuls looking to one day become a member of the varsity team coach by Kevin Crutchmer. With guys like Elmer Cobb and coach Ryan Pattison running the show, the youth program at Union is reaching new height. Here’s a sample of what the future looks like for the Redskins. Dariuz Black, Div. 3 This open wrestler turns heads when he gets on the mat. Over his young career Black has several big wins and finishes that include being a OKUSA Freestyle State Placer, OKUSA GRECO State Finalist, Southern Plains Regional Freestyle Placer, Southern Plains Regional Greco Placer, OKUSA State Freestyle/Greco Champion and an OKWA State Placer. “Dariuz is one of the leaders in our open room. He’s also very unassuming. Being tough beats looking tough I guess. He is much stronger and faster than he looks,” said coach Ryan Pattison. 2015/16 Achievements: 2nd Berryhill Tournament, 1st Pryor Gage Underwood, Sand Springs Team Big Tournament, 1st Glenpool Tournament, Catoosa Tournament, Team Neo Tournament, 1st Southern Missouri Folkstyle Classic.

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Cayden Cupps, Div. 2 Son of NEO coach Matt Cupps, Cayden is blazing his own path in the wrestling world. The OKUSA Greco State Tournament Champion and OKUSA Freestyle State Tournament Placer has put the division on notice that he is here to take care of business. Coach Pattison said of Cupps, “He has quality wins over AllAmericans, and National Champions. He often wrestles up a division. He’s probably the most competitive kid in the room.” 2015/16 Achievements: 1st Cushing Tournament, 1st Berryhill Tournament, 1st Bedlam Battle, 1st Glenpool Tournament, 4th 2015 Flo Kickoff Classic, 1st Team Neo Tournament, 2nd Owasso Tournament. Andrew Haynes In his second year of wrestling, Andrew Haynes has shown great promise on the mat. In 2014/15 Haynes was an OKWA Novice State Placer and a OKWA Open State Qualifier. In 2015 Haynes entered the World of Wrestling Novice Nationals where he placed giving the club another wrestler to add his name to the WOW record books. “Andrew is a beast. He is strong, fast and his technique continues to

improve,” said coach Pattison. 2015/16 Achievements: Cushing Tournament, 4th2016 Flo Novice & Girls Nationals, Berryhill Tournament, Claremore Youth Invitational, Glenpool Tournament, 1st Sapulpa Novice Tournament, 1st Owasso Novice Tournament. Gavin Wallace, Div.1 First year wrestler Gavin Wallace is on a tear through the competition. “He is a great athlete, and a good listener. Every time I turn around he has won or is in the finals of another tournament. I expect a lot out of him next year,” said coach Pattison. 2015/16 Achievements: 1st Cushing Tournament, 1st Berryhill Tournament, Pryor Gage Underwood, Collinsville Christmas Classic, 1st Sand Springs Team Big Tournament, 1st Claremore Youth Invitational, 1st Glenpool Tournament, 1st Catoosa Tournament, 1st Team Neo Tournament, Owasso Tournament. Justin Crutchmer, Div. 4 No stranger to the mat, Justin Crutchmer certainly has the pedigree to be a great wrestler. “Justin has had a great season. He is an incredible multi-sport athlete with a

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desire to win. He is still transitioning to the open division. That can be difficult in older divisions as open kids often have a lot more experience. He will be moving to junior high soon and is getting much needed mat time before making that jump,” said coach Ryan Pattison. Crutchmer is an OKWA Novice State Placer. 2015/16 Achievements: 1st Cushing Tournament, 1st Berryhill Tournament, Sand Springs Team Big Tournament, 1st Bedlam Battle. Noah Smith, Div. 4 Another son of a wrestling coach, Noah Smith is off to a great start as he looks to add his name to the list of state placers this season. “Has made big strides this year. He will be a threat to place at the State Tournament,” said coach Pattison. Noah’s father is Trey Smith, team NEO coach.

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Novice Nationals. 2015/16 Achievements: 1st Pryor Gage Underwood, 1st Sapulpa Tournament, 1st Team Neo Tournament, Owasso Tournament. Toby Shipman, Div. 2 In his second year of wrestling Toby Shipman is off to a great start this season and continues to impress the coaches in the wrestling room. “He has a ton of potential. Real hard worker in both the novice and open rooms. Never complains about the hard work. He just keeps working and getting better. Wish I had a dozen more just like him,” said coach Pattison. 2015/16 Achievements: 1st Cushing Tournament, 1st Pryor Gage Underwood.

Owen Vaught, Div. 2 Owen Vaught is a OKUSA Greco State Champion and a OKUSA Freestyle State Champion. Vaught also placed at the 2015 Flo Kickoff Classic. “Owen is a brawler, beaten plenty of kids that should have beat him. Wrestles from first whistle to the last. Never stops fighting. If he gets you on your back, you’d better watch out,” said coach Pattison. 2015/16 Achievements: 1st Cushing Tournament, 1st Berryhill Tournament, 1st Pryor Gage Underwood, Sand Springs Team Big Tournament, Bedlam Battle, 1st Glenpool Tournament, 1st Team Neo Tournament, Owasso Tournament, Southern Missouri Folkstyle Classic.

2015/16 Achievements: Berryhill Tournament, 1st Pryor Gage Underwood, Glenpool Tournament, Sapulpa Tournament. Rayvon “Louie” McClellan One of the young guns in the novice room, “Louie” continues to improve with every tournament. “Up and coming wrestler in our novice room,” said coach Pattison. McClellan placed 4th at the 2016 Flo

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Adrian Rodriguez Ethan Chargois Jamoree Banks UNION REDSKINS Ranked No.6 in Class 6A the Union High School boys basketball team is the Union Team of the Month. Led by head coach Rudy Garcia the Redskins are off to a great start this season having won big games against Jenks, Muskogee, Bixby and Bartlesville. The Redskins also participated in the Tournament of Champions at Oral Roberts University where they defeated Class A powerhouse Ft. Cobb-Broxton and Class 5A top ten team Edison. Recently Union dominated No.2 ranked Midwest City, 70-59 during the Jenks/Union Tournament. Leading the way for the Redskins is big man, Ethan Chargois who is averaging more than 15 points and eight rebounds a game. Chargois

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was selected to the VYPE Top 100 and is in the running for the title of Mr. Basketball. Fellow forward Adrian Rodriguez is making an impact as well. Rodriguez and Chargois have teamed up to create their version of the twin towers this season forcing opponents to adjust to their size. Nile Felton and Mo Garcia with guard Jamoree Banks are all making big contributions this year. Also look for Equann Brown, CJ Moore, Jordan Kelley, Ahjae Johnson, Jordan Flood, Justin Harris and Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Kiel Jameron. The Redskins have the talent and experience to go far in the state tournament under the leadership of coach Garcia and assistant coaches Steve Geary, Rickey Peaker and Mark Ritter.

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With basketball season approaching tournament time we took a closer look at the field to determine which teams have the best shot at not only making the playoffs but winning a state title. GIRLS Sapulpa Lady Chieftains ODDS 2/1 Led by the tandem of Brice Calip and Chelsea Dungee, the Lady Chieftains have a great shot at bringing home the gold ball this year and ousting two-time defending champs, Broken Arrow. Dungee and Calip are averaging 18 points per game, but look for x-factor Isabella Bacon who is hitting 55% of her three point shots this season. Broken Arrow Lady Tigers ODDS 3/1 It’s hard not to make the back-toback state champions the favorites. They certainly have the talent and coaching to take care of business. Led by Alexis Gaulden and Aysia Evans the Lady Tigers could make history being the first team to threepeat in Class 6A since the class was formed in 1996. Collinsville Lady Cardinals ODDS 5/1 And here is where the controversy starts. Collinsville is ranked No.2 in Class 5A, behind East Central. So why do we have them over their Cardinal rivals? Mallory Vaughn. Her ability to get to the basketball and control the paint is the best in Class 5A. Brittany Kickapoo adds another dimension to the team with her ability to score.

East Central Cardinals ODDS 6/1 No one knows more about getting to the finals than coach Samy Mack. He’s led the Lady Cardinals to multiple state tournaments and the players would love nothing more than to get that gold ball back to East Central. Their last state title came in 2007. Owasso Lady Rams ODDS 10/1 Mya Bhinhar leads the Lady Rams averaging nearly 13 points per game with teammates Terryn Milton and Leiloni Culley averaging close to 10 points per contest. The trio can get hot and this young squad could make some noise. BOYS Memorial Chargers ODDS 2/1

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Another Class 4A team, Victory Christian has put together a great season and is ranked No.3. From the gridiron to the court Keats Calhoon continues to lead the charge for the Conquerors. This season Calhoon will pass 1,000 points as a basketball player after passing 10,000 yards throwing in football. Union Redskins ODDS 7/1

Looking for a dangerous team to get behind? Then look no further than the Union Redskins. Adrian Rodriguez brings a ton of experience and talent to the floor. Add players like Nile Felton, CJ Moore and Jamoree Banks and you have one dangerous group of players looking to upset the apple cart. The knock on the Redskins will be the absence of Ethan Chargois. Chargois could miss most of the playoffs with a leg injury.

Basketball is all about the matchups and Memorial has the players to own most matchups. Caleb Nero is averaging 21 points per game, while teammates Kobe Rose and Derek Guest are averaging 13 and 11 points respectively. Lets not forget the rebounding of Isaiah Thomas with 6.3 boards a game. Their only lose this season came to No.2 Central in Kiefer Trojans Class 4A. ODDS 9/1 Central Braves ODDS 3/1 Ranked No.2 in Class 4A the Central Braves have shown they can compete with anyone in the state. One of the states top recruits and most prolific scorers, Elijah Landrum is leading this team to

The Trojans are on a roll this season beating everyone that steps on the court. Currently ranked No.4 in Class 2A the Trojans are led by Lense Ramey averaging 27 points a game, while fellow senior Kyle Howard adds 16.5 points a game. Do they have what it takes to knock out Preston, Pawnee and Wewoka? Guess we’ll find out. FEBRUARY 2016

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The Oklahoma Coaches Association announced their selections for the All-State football team along with the coaching staff for the East team. Muskogee head coach Rafe Watkins was named head coach, while Marvin Dantzler from Booker T. Washington, Shannon Watford from Prague and Shawn Snyder from Seminole will be assisting. Area players that made the starting offensive roster include; QB Micah Wilson, Lincoln Christian; RB Tyler Adkins, Union; RB Justice Hill, Booker T. Washington; WR Cade Cabbiness, Bixby; TE Jake Ross, Coweta; OL Rowdy Frederick, Broken Arrow; K Chad Stephens, Rejoice Christian.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finally here! The new and improved website for each regional magazine is set to launch in early February. Just in case youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been out of the loop for a while let me explain what is going on here. VYPE Magazine has eight regional magazines that cover the entire state of Oklahoma. Those regions are Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Northeast, Southeast, North, Northwest, Southwest and Three Rivers (not the three rivers in Pittsburgh). Now, each regional magazine will have its own website with features, new content only found online and forums. Yes, forums. You will get to voice your opinions, call out your rivals and yell at one of the VYPE staffers whenever you want. But I must warn you these guys have been known to yell back. So the next time you log on to vote on one of our massive polls be sure and look for the link to your region.

Area players on defense include; DL Alex Criddle, Edison; DL Triston Grant, Owasso; DL Gage Kaiser, Broken Arrow; DL Roc Robbins, Collinsville; LB Bryan Mead, Rejoice Christian; LB Carter Nelson, Jenks; LB Jacob Taber, Sand Springs; DB Kyle Mayberry, Booker T. Washington. Area players on the OCA All-Star list include Berryhill-Brayden Bradshaw & Nyc Burns Bishop Kelley-Hayden Ashley Bixby-Connor Walker Broken Arrow-Jamall Shaw Cascia Hall-Hunter Hedrick & Zach Powell Catoosa-Jacob Roth Collinsville-Josh Arnold & Marc Tillman Coweta-Tucker Meredith & Jake Northern Glenpool-Jonathan Cain Jenks-Cooper Nunley & Morgan Thomas Kiefer-Blake Sneed & Trey Sneed Lincoln Christian-Alec Davidson & Seth Keith McLain-Josh Jacobs Metro Christian-Abe Anderson, Cavan Gary & Jake Koenig Owasso-Demond Sampson & Brandon Scott Rejoice Christian-Trevor White Sand Springs-Cole Dixon & Trace Flesichman Sapulpa-Dae Williams Sperry-Derick Bay Union-Kellen Stauder

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VYPE Lacrosse Taking Hold in Oklahoma “The fastest sport on two feet,” lacrosse is also considered to be the fastest growing team sport in the United States. In the last decade, the number of high school and youth teams has increased by 65 percent and the number of college and club teams has risen by 62 percent. These numbers continue to grow exponentially every day. Tulsa is no exception. Lacrosse in Tulsa has grown by leaps and bounds over the past several years. Beginning with Tulsa Bulldogs, est. 2005, the program began with kids ages K-8th. This program expanded to Indian Nations Lacrosse, which now offers boys and girls lacrosse to ages K-8th in all school districts. There are teams in Jenks, Union, Holland Hall, Bishop Kelley, Owasso, Bixby, and Broken 26

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the utmost importance. Lacrosse can be played by anyone – big Lacrosse originated in the or small. The game requires and 15th century by native North rewards coordination, agility, Americans and has since and finesse, not brawn. Being evolved into the sport that it is today. Lacrosse is a combination such an exhilarating sport, lacrosse is fast-paced and full of soccer, basketball, and hockey. Players develop speed, of action. Quickness and speed are two highly prized qualities endurance, and stamina. Passing is essential to the sport, to have as a player. Lacrosse is so strategy and teamwork are of played with a stick, the Crosse, which must be mastered by

the player to throw, catch, and scoop the ball. Long sprints up and down the field with abrupt starts and stops, precision passes and dodges, and open team communication are routine in both men and women’s lacrosse. Once players make the transition into high school, several options become available. There are currently three schools in the area that offer girls’ lacrosse, Jenks, Owasso and Bishop Kelley. Several schools offer lacrosse as a club sport such as Bishop Kelley. Bishop Kelley Girls’ Lacrosse is opening up their first season with 25 girls. Comets lacrosse is now in their third year run by Steve Hendrix (Varsity head coach), PJ Cowen

(defensive coach), Dennis Caruso (offensive coach), Sam Davidson and Bill Allen (JV coaches), Ellen Glasgow (Girls head coach), Sarah Weaver and Morgan Ballou (assitant coaches). The club board includes: Christy Rawlings, Jessica Francyzk, Dennis Caruso, Lisa Austin, Jennifer Lester, Michael Taubman, Mike McAndrews and Kim Guirl. The high school season begins in January and ends in May. The cost of outfitting a lacrosse team is less than hockey and football. The program organizers have worked very hard to sustain the program locally so the players do not have the need for weekly out-of-state travel for games.

scheduled for February 10th with a game against Holland Hall. Their junior varisty team’s first game is March 1st against Union. Girls or boys interested in playing K-12 lacrosse should contact either Jessica Francyzk at 918-884-5630 or Christy Rawlings at 918-284-1000. https://www.facebook.com/ groups/619195741426153/ https://twitter.com/ CometLax2015

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Every great high school program depends on a solid feeder system and for Jenks wrestling that feeder program comes under the direction of club President Jason Hammons and a talented coaching staff that includes Chase Mattison, Tony Wilson, Lyle Engles, Dylan Garcia and Wrestling Hall of Fame inductee Larry Wilkey. First year wrestler Alberto Moreno is very strong for an eight year-old. Moreno is also one of the best listeners in the room, and he excels in both practice and competitions. “To me, as a coach, Alberto is the kind of kid that makes my job easy. He is very well rounded on the mat. He has a great stand from bottom position, and powerful half-nelson from top. Alberto will continue

Alberto Moreno to get better and we are all excited to see his talents develop,” said coach Chase Mattison. Achievements: 2nd place, Novice Nationals, 2016 Caleb Doenges is 10 years old and is in his first year of wrestling. Doenges is a quick study and is one the most athletic kids in our room. “He loves to compete and it shows through his speed, balance, strength, and focus. Caleb learns something new every time he comes into the room. All of the coaches are excited for his future in wrestling,” said coach Tony Wilson. Achievements: 3rd place, Novice Nationals, 2016 Grayson Foster is nine years old and has been wrestling for two years now. His older brothers played varsity football for Jenks. “Foster is one of our best wrestlers in the room. He is one of the hardest workers I have seen for his age. He shows up to practice every night with the mindset to get better and is always asking questions in order to improve his skill set. Foster’s biggest assets are his strength, balance, focus, work ethic, competitiveness, and willingness to learn. Foster has all the tools to be a great wrestler and

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Caleb Donges his support system at home is amazing. He has a bright future ahead of him and will continue to excel. We are all excited to Grayson’s future in wrestling,” said coach Lyle Engles. Achievements: 2nd place, Novice Nationals, 2016 5th place, Novice State, 2015 3rd place, USJOC, 2015 Jack Hammons is 10 years old and has been wrestling for five years. Each year he’s continued to improve and his coaches are excited to see what his future holds. “Hammons is one of the best wrestlers on the team. He has the heart, focus, and determination that help him excel in every aspect of the sport. He never stops listening and learning. He continues to ask questions on how to improve his wrestling skills and never leaves the room without picking up some type of move to improve his offense or defense. Jack has improved so much from the years past, and as coaches we are all excited to see what his future holds in Jenks Wrestling,” said coach Dylan Garcia. Achievements: Qualifier, Open State, 2015 5th place, USJOC, 2014 3rd place, Novice Nationals, 2013

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Owasso Youngsters: Lambs to Lions The Owasso Rams have a plethora of young, talented wrestlers coming up through the Owasso Youth Wrestling program. With state champions and state placers in the wrestling room, the future for the Ram program appears to be in good hands. Head coach Derek Harvey mentioned more kids than we could include, so we picked out these three as the wrestlers to watch. Chad Herbert – 85lbs “Chad is a very hard worker and very coachable kid. He brings a hard working, positive attitude to the room and is a role model for the younger kids,” said coach

Derek Harvey. Herbert was the 2014 Novice State champion and the USJNC & Greco Roman state champion. This season he has placed in seven of eight tournaments with a 5th place finish in the inaugural Oklahoma USA state tournament. Tyler Rich – 140lbs Coming off a great novice season in 2015 Tyler Rich won USJNC, Novice State and the Tulsa Novice Nationals. This season he has placed in seven out of seven tournaments and finished 5th in the inaugural Oklahoma USA state tournament. “Tyler brings charisma, and lots of energy

into the room. Tyler is also a leader and has a never quit attitude we love,” said coach Harvey. Braxton Bacon – 92lbs During the 2015/16 season Braxton Bacon has placed in seven out of nine tournaments. Another hard worker in the wrestling room, Bacon is becoming one of the young guns to watch coming out of Owasso. “He is a great learner, hard worker and another leader in our open room,” said coach Harvey.

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DUTCH GIRLS BASKETBALL The Dutch girls are off to a good start in the 2015-2016 season with an 11-2 record. They had runner-up tournament finishes at both the Vinita and Stroud tournaments. They followed up those by winning the Siloam Springs Tournament. Junior, Kennedy Cox led the way with 20 points in the championship game vs. Rogers, AR.

Team captain, Senior, Hagan Gross said, “Since this is our last year in SPC we are staying focused on our goal, and are hoping to win the whole thing for the last time. We feel that we have played good competition preparing us for SPC. We won the Siloam Springs tournament and finished runner up in Vinita and Stroud. There have been great leaders on the team in years past, so I am trying to do things like they have.”

Leading the way statistically is Junior C.J. Thompson, who is averaging 19 points a game, six rebounds, three assists and three steals. Joining him in having a double digit scoring average is fellow Junior Nathan Stolper, with 12 points per game, four rebounds, two assists and two steals. Also having a strong season is Sophomore Corbin Daniels scoring at an eight-point clip with six rebounds, four assists and two steals.

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After finding relative success in seven friendly matches against local club teams, the Holland Hall boys (5-0-2) returned from the Christmas break to start Southwest Preparatory Conference play.

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The first opportunity to play a high school team in winter soccer occurred on Saturday, January 9, at Casady School in Oklahoma City. The north wind, scattered snow flurries, and temperatures in the mid-20’s made for a memorable contest between the two teams in the state involved in high school winter soccer. Though both teams created chances, the final score was 0:0. The rematch will occur in Tulsa in early February.

It has been a growing season for the Dutch girls soccer team according to coach Stephanie Pounds. In SPC conference matches, they have been competitive, losing a couple close games; one to Oakridge 2-1, (goal scored by Addie Wallace) and then to Fort Worth Country Day 1-0. “We continue to work hard so that we can build for the future seasons. We are a young team with many underclassmen that we hope to continue to grow and develop” Zoe Siftar and Lauren Bowman, both freshmen, have stepped up big for this season and have offered to develop their skills as a goalkeeper.

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Freshman Gabby Gregory is leading the team in both points (19.5) and rebounds (9.2).

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The traveling continued over the weekend of January 15-16, when the Dutch headed to Arlington, Texas, where they defeated the Oakridge School Owls, 2:0. Saturday’s match pitted Holland Hall against the defending conference champions from the Episcopal School of Dallas. Playing on the artificial turf of Jean and Jerry Jones Family Stadium, the visiting Dutch found themselves down two goals early in the second half. A well-placed goal by Captain Jaelon Woodard got Tulsans back into the match, but they could not create the equalizer.

The Dutch Boys Basketball team is showing improvement as the team gains experience as the season progresses. After the first week of SPC ball, their record is 6-9 overall, with a 0-2 mark in conference.

“The team is competing hard and staying close in most games, just struggling to finish out those close games,” according to coach Brandon Maddux. “Hopefully our youth is gaining valuable experience from this and it only makes them better.”

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