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12 | Backyard Bowl Jenks and Union hook it up one more time as the annual Midfirst Bank Backyard Bowl kicks off at the University of Tulsa’s Chapman Stadium.

20 | Glenpool Cheer The Lady Warrior cheer squad is reaching for new heights as coach Melissas Reed has the team focused on making this year one to remember.

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20 | Berryhill Little Chiefs Berryhill youth football historically puts out some of the best teams in the INFC. We take a closer look at the sixth grade team coached by Scott Million.

25 | Owasso Volleyball With solid numbers returning this season the Lady Rams may be the team to beat in Class 6A. VYPE editor Kyle Kendrick sat down with head coach Meghann Turner to get the scoop.

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Tariq Bitson Booker T. Washington High School Dylan Simmons Holland Hall Senior varsity football player Tariq Bitson is known for making big plays on the field, but it’s his work in the classroom

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SarahKendra Bateman Booker T. Washington Poarch Bishop KelleyHigh HighSchool School Senior Sarah Bateman is a four-year starter at Booker T. Washington high school for the varsity volleyball team. The middle hitter has made thetorio decision to verbally andautendis to play volleyball Drury University in Springfield, MO. But before she Olorepro te maio que commit pro et hit eosantforquidus, sunt volorerum sitas eostisto heads off to college, Bateman wants to help the Lady Hornets compete for a state volleyball title. “I chose Drury because of volesequi quam doluptas molorrunti disciendic estrum ex excearum quatus eum liquiat esti the excellence in academics and athletics. It has incredible schoolte spirit and camaraderie among the athletes. It reminds me a lotsus, of Booker T Washington, ” said Bateman. She will study Biology and Environmental Science. Currently Bateman secuptaquo venisqui dem quatia verita volupta tempore pliquunt eos. Olorepro torio te carries a 4.3 GPA and is in the top 6% of the 2016 class. Also a member of the National Honor Society and German Club, maio que hit autendis eosant quidus, suntArt volorerum sitasineostisto volesequi dolupBateman enjoys artpro and et recently won first place at the TPS District Show last year the Sculpting division.quam Bateman said hertas mother has made a huge impact on her volleyball career pushing her pointing out things that can make her molorrunti disciendic te estrum excearum quatus eum liquiat esti sus. better. But her favorite memory from her time at Washington came on the court. “My favorite memory of volleyball at Booker T. Washington was playing varsity with my older sister, Lauren. We made it to the semi-finals of the Class 5A State Championship and were both selected to the All-Tournament Team.”

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THE “DRIVEN” ATHLETE OF THE MONTH Kayla Crutchmer - Union High School Since the age of eight, Union High School senior Kayla Crutchmer has found a home on the softball field. The younger sister of two Oklahoma State athletes and the daughter of a coach, Kayla learned early on what it takes to become a champion and a winner on the field.

“Having two brothers that wrestle at OSU drives me to do my best and having the teammates that I do makes me want to do my part

for them the best I can,” said Crutchmer.

Being a good teammate is important to Crutchmer and the lessons learned on the field will stay with her through life.

“You have to be a good leader and role model, me being a senior and having a young team I have to take those younger girls under my wing and teach them how I've been taught to be a leader. Athletics has taught me how to have courage because when things are going your way your true colors show.” After graduation Crutchmer plans to attend the University of Central Arkansas and pursue a career in nursing.

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Backyard Bowl playing out this year? Kameron McQueen: Playing against Jenks you can never really count them out or underestimate them, but I feel confident in my teams’ ability to get the job done and come out with a victory. VYPE: Who on the team is the most underrated player and doesn’t get enough credit?

Dillon Stoner Backyard Bowl Sound Off Kickoff to the MidFirst Bank Backyard Bowl is almost here and the players, coaches and fans are ready for another installment of the best tradition in Oklahoma high school football. Before the big game we caught up with players from both teams to get their thoughts on the game and what we can expect to see when the two teams lock horns at Chapman Stadium on the campus of the University of Tulsa.

VYPE: Kameron McQueen from Union, lets start with you. How do you see the

Kameron McQueen: Because we lost so many starters from last year, we have a lot of underrated and talented players on our team that are being forgotten, but one that comes to mind is Kellen Stauder our left tackle. He’s a really hard worker and leader with great technique and drive.

VYPE: Now, Tyler Adkins, here’s one for you. What's the pressure of the Backyard Bowl like? Is it equaled by any other game? Tyler Adkins: The Backyard Bowl has been around for quite awhile now and it's pretty important to us and our opponent. I try to not think of it any different from any other game, but when you're playing Jenks you tend to play with a little more edge.

VYPE: Jump in here Jenks. This game never ceases to surprise us. Dillon, why do you think this rivalry continues to provide fans with great memories? Dillon Stoner: It's always a great game. Very few times has one team just blown out the other. Jenks versus Union is obviously the biggest rivalry in Oklahoma and it’s really fun to be apart of something like this. VYPE: Mason do you agree? What does it take to win the Backyard Bowl?

Mason Minnix: To win the Backyard Bowl, it takes trust and great perseverance. It's a four-quarter game every year; anything can happen.

VYPE: Carter, what's your earliest memory as a kid of the Backyard Bowl or the Jenks/Union rivalry?

Shade Gesser is on the clock or how many points are on the scoreboard. VYPE: Tae, what is the strength of the Union Redskins this season?

Daeonte Calvert: I think the best strength we have is clicking with each other and sticking with our motto INAM (it’s not about me). If we do that I think we can have a perfect season. VYPE: Okay Tyler give us the scoop. Who is the hardest hitter for Union? Who is the best-unknown player?

Tyler Adkins: The hardest hitter at Union is Seth Mischler, our middle linebacker. Our best-unknown player is Kyre Fisher at outside linebacker. VYPE: What’s the

Carter Nelson: The first memory that I have of the Jenks/ Union rivalry would be the tailgates before the game right outside of the stadium, and after walking into the bleachers I would think I'm watching a college football game. VYPE: Austin, why do you think this rivalry has sustained itself for so long?

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Austin Quillen: It's always a good fight. We put ourselves through a lot of work and pain to get to this point. Neither team is willing to roll over, no matter what time

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game is listen to music and relax. Right before it’s time to play I pray over myself and the team.

VYPE: Ayo, how emotional is the team before you take the field for a game like this? Ayo Ologolo: The team is so emotional before we take the field of the Backyard Bowl. We are so emotional because we work so hard to get to that point that we’re so ready to go we can barely control ourselves. VYPE: What’s it like for you Mason? Is there a moment before the game that you take a second to look around and take it all in?

Cooper Nunley morning of the big game like? Is it always on your mind?

Mason Minnix: I would say I take it all in while jogging out for pregame stretches. Even at this time, the Jenks Super Fans are there in full force and it’s just a great atmosphere. VYPE: When you're getting ready to run through the helmet and take the field, what goes through your mind?

Ayo Ologolo: That morning is very stressful because of course it’s on my mind. It’s Union vs. Jenks. It doesn’t get much bigger than that. But I have to wait the entire day and have plenty of people asking me how the game is going to go. It’s very stressful, but as the minutes get fewer the more at ease I am with the game.

Austin Quillen: One thing I think about is what I am going to do to Union. I'm not a very patient person so the suspension throughout the whole week just builds up the anxiety to be on that field with my team and do whatever it takes to be on top.

Daeonte Calvert: Something I do before the

Dillon Stoner: You can feel the tension and excitement in the room. All the guys are so

VYPE: Lets talk about pregame. Do you have a pregame ritual that you go through?

VYPE: Dillon, what's the locker room like before you take the field?

Kameron McQueen excited to get out there and continue one of the greatest rivalries of all time. It's honestly something I dreamed about being apart of when I was younger and words can't describe what it's like to actually be playing in a game like this.

VYPE: It’s the quarterback’s turn. Cooper you've been a part of some memorable plays in the Backyard Bowl. How is it that players on both teams seem to rise to the occasion? Cooper Nunley: Every player knows it’s the biggest game of the year, so we all dig a little

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for you? Ayo Ologolo: The perfect game for me would be Union shouting out Jenks and scoring 50plus on them.

VYPE: Cooper, what are the emotions going into your last Backyard Bowl? Cooper Nunley: Just a lot of excitement around playing the Backyard Bowl. Probably because I know it’s my last one.

VYPE: Jenks lost the Backyard Bowl last year, but won the state title. I'm sure you would take that every year, but what would it mean to you to win the BYB as a senior?

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VYPE: Kameron, when the game is over and you’ve had a chance to think about the game, do you replay things in your head that happened on the field? Kameron McQueen: I try not to think about the game too much and move on to next week, but of course I have to look back on it to correct the mistakes that I made so they don’t happen again.

VYPE: Tyler lets have some fun here. Who on the team has the best Kirk Fridrich impression? Tyler Adkins: Our best coaches impression by a player is Kameron McQueen. He not only does a good coach Fred impression, he does great one's of other coaches too. He's always been a joker.

VYPE: Who on the offensive line is the joker at Jenks? Who has the best coach Greenwood or coach Trimble impression? Mason Minnix: I would say either Sam Wilson or Sheldon Barnes is the biggest jokers. Me or Sam can nail a coach Greenwood impression. It’s pretty spot on. VYPE: Tyler, do you like to talk to your opponent on the field?

Tyler Adkins: I don't really ever talk to any of my opponents on the field unless I'm telling them they made a good hit or something like that. VYPE: Dillon, do you ever hear from old teammates before games like the BYB?

Dillon Stoner: Yes I do. They usually check up on us earlier in the week and ask how we are looking, and then game day they usually send a motivational text or something. It's a cool feeling.

Carter Nelson: It would be huge for me personally to win the Backyard Bowl as a senior. We left last year with a loss, and I remember thinking about how cool it would be to have been the one celebrating on the field after the win. This is my senior year, and I think I speak for the other seniors on this team when I say that it would mean everything to leave our last Backyard Bowl with a victory; this is it.

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VYPE: Union won the Backyard Bowl last year, but lost the state title game to Jenks. What would it mean to a senior to sweep both?

Tyler Adkins: For a senior to sweep both games would be a great experience and a fantastic way to end our senior season, with both wins over Jenks and a gold ball. VYPE: Everyone want to win state, but what does it mean to you the team to win the Backyard Bowl?

Ayo Ologolo: Winning the Backyard Bowl is like having a little taste of winning state. Union or Jenks have won it in the past 19 years so beating them once shows you a little glimpse, but I bet it’s just a dismal feeling compared to actually beating them in the finals. VYPE: What would it mean to you to walk away on Sept. 11th with another Backyard Bowl win? Kameron McQueen: it’s my senior year, it would be great to walk away from my last Backyard Bowl with a “W.”

VYPE: Austin, give me your prediction for this years Who wins?

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Austin Quillen: The team who is hungriest and most prepared...So Jenks.

VYPE: How motivated is Union this season to win not only the Backyard Bowl, but a state title? Daeonte Calvert: Our team is very motivated, because when we see someone on the team working hard, it pushes us to work harder.

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WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY We had area experts weigh in on this year’s Midfirst Bank Backyard Bowl. Find out their keys to victory and which team these so-called experts are picking to win. The combined total score of the last three Backyard Bowls is, 54-40 Union. Not exactly a huge number considering the two teams have put up some big numbers in the previous seasons. Since 2005 the Backyard Bowl record is tied at, 5-5. The Jenks Trojans will add to their overall, 6-4 record in the Backyard Bowl with a, 34-17 win over the Redskins. Bill Huddleston – VYPE editor Three Rivers

Brad Heath – VYPE editor Tulsa/OKC You are better off predicting the weather or the next President of the United States then trying to predict how the Midfirst Bank Backyard Bowl will play out. But I’ll give it a shot anyway. Union is supposed to be in a “down year” according to some other so-called experts, but I totally disagree. That’s a ridiculous statement. The issue is experience not talent. Heading into August the Redskins may still be working out a couple of key positions, but expect coach Fridrich to have those issues solved by September 11th after they face Southlake Carroll at home.

Offensively the Redskins have VYPE Top 100 player Tyler Adkins running the football. Adkins is good enough to keep them in the game and will probably have a couple of nice runs early in the first half. If Adkins can establish the run and find paydirt the Redskins will eat the clock and keep the ball away from Jenks quarterback Cooper Nunley.

If head coach Allan Trimble and offensive coordinator Dub Maddox get their opportunities on offense expect the Trojans to open up with Dillon Stoner playing receiver and Reese Leitao at tight end. The wild card could be senior receiver Antwan Woods. All three have big play capabilities. My prediction is at halftime the score will be tied. Both teams will have one turnover and both will have found the endzone twice.

It’s the second half of this game that makes all of the difference for the Jenks Trojans. Tyler Thomas gets it figured out on the defensive line, Austin Quillen and Carter Nelson start playing downhill, while Morgan Thomas and Stoner lock down the secondary. 16

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The drama of the Backyard Bowl is virtually second to none as the Trojans and Redskins begin a second decade of #FFF...Friday Football Fantasia. Union won last year 24-13 closing the gap as Jenks leads the series 6-4.

Expect the unexpected whenever the two meet, Backyard Bowl or 6A title game. There'll no doubt be a trick up the sleeves of coach Trimble and Fridrich this time, but if its true defense wins championships, then I'm going to pick Jenks to snare a late fourth quarter turnover and hoist the trophy again just like they did in the Class 6A-I state finals last year. Jenks over Union, 24-14.

Don King – Voice of the Trojans AM 1430 The Buzz This will be my 40th Jenks-Union game to cover and it is amazing how one of these teams has been ranked No.1 while facing the other in this series all but one game since 1993. The post-season 2011 game was the only game where neither was top ranked; although, Union was No.2 while Jenks was No.4! And most of the time over the last 32 meetings it’s been one versus two. During this time I’ve noticed two things: The team who has the returning quarterback in this series usually wins. (Hunter Atiya is the only QB who has beaten Jenks four times and Cooper Nunley can be the first Jenks QB to beat Union four times.) And Special Teams are HUGE in this game. Whether it’s a safety, missed PAT, blocked punt, or a kick return td it always comes into play.

And turnovers come into play, especially if they are inside Red Zone (inside the 20 yard line). Remember Kyle Crutchmer’s 101-yard interception from 2007? Last year, Union took advantage of a couple of huge Trojan mistakes and won. I feel this season, Union has the edge in special teams, but Nunley returns while Union’s QB will be a first time starter in Backyard Bowl. 21-13 Trojans.

Kyle Kendrick – VYPE editor SWOK/NWOK The Midfirst Bank Backyard Bowl is just one of those games that’s almost impossible to predict. Things never seem to work out how us so-called experts think they will.

Coming into this season you can’t deny the strength of the Union running game. The Redskins have a proven product with Tyler Adkins in the backfield. You also can’t deny the fact that the Redskins have a defense that can make big plays and score on their own. Defensive backs Ayo Ologolo and Tre Brown both make quarterbacks think twice when putting the ball in the air. On the other side Jenks quarterback Cooper Nunley has a chance to go down as the winningest quarterback in program history. Think about that one for a second. Oh yea and don’t forget that defense led by middle linebacker Carter Nelson, that group simply flies to the ball.

This year I expect a close game just like always with Jenks taking an early lead on a touchdown pass from Nunley to Dillon Stoner. Union and Adkins will answer with a touchdown of their own though and after a late field goal by kicker Jace Holt, I think Union takes a 10-7 lead to the locker room. In the second half I think the Jenks defense will keep the Trojans in the game but in the end Union will just be too much and pull out a 24-20 win. Cal Ross – VYPE editor NEOK/North

The Midfirst Bank Backyard Bowl is consistently one of the most competitive and important football games in the entire state of Oklahoma. This year, expect nothing different. Jenks is looking to capture its fourth straight title, and Union would love nothing more than to disrupt that process and work their way into the title race. With Jenks returning just about every impact player on defense, Union will certainly have its hands full. However, Union does not lack the talent to compete with

Jenks.

I think the game will start out slow, as the defenses battle it out and the offenses get a feel for the intensity of the game. Cooper Nunley, who has a chance to become the winningest quarterback in Jenks history, will keep the Jenks offense calm. Jenks has a nasty offensive line featuring guys like Sheldon Barnes and Tyler Thomas, who both weigh above 300 pounds. Ball control will be a key to the game for the Trojans. If they can run the ball behind that big O-line and keep the ball away from the Redskins, the Trojans will be in good shape.

I think Union will come out and surprise Jenks in the first half. They will consistently switch up their offense in order to keep that stout Trojan defense on its toes. Forcing turnovers on defense will be a key for the Redskins if they hope to stay in this football game. If they fail to stop Jenks or take the ball away, it will be a long night (obviously). Ayo Ologolo is Union’s best defensive player, and the Redskins will rely on him to make the big plays needed to stop the Trojan offense. On offense, getting Redskin running back Tyler Adkins going will be key. If he can run the ball well, the Redskins will stay in the game.

I think the game is close at halftime. I think Union will have a good game plan, as will Jenks. However, after halftime I think the Trojans will separate themselves. The depth will be just too much for the Redskins to keep up with. The Redskins aren’t necessarily reloading as they have in the past, and it will be tough for some of their unproven guys to keep up with Jenks’ experienced players. In the end, Jenks comes out on top, 38-19.

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If you are a Union Redskins fan, you might want to look the other way. I graduated from Union, was a manager for the football team and even won a championship ring in 2005. With all of that being said, I am choosing the Jenks Trojans to win the Backyard Bowl and defend their District 6AI-1 state championship.

to pass the ball could work to Jenks' advantage. Of course, making sure Kameron McQueen doesn't get open will also be a high priority in Jenks' secondary.

The Trojans, who lost several key senior players, will look to bring back star wideout Dillon Stoner, as well as starting quarterback Cooper Nunley.

Keys for Union

Union will be looking to reload, as they graduated 18 seniors, including starting quarterback Mason Farquhar.

If Union has a shot to win they will need to stop Nunley from throwing the ball, new players will need to step-up and fill the holes created by graduating seniors and the defense will need to not allow Jenks to complete big plays down field. With the return of two-time state champion Nunley, the Trojans will be the one’s crowned champion for the fourth straight year. Score prediction; Jenks 34, Union 17. Ben Johnson – VYPE Contributor Keys for Jenks

Take Tyler Adkins — and Union's rushing attack — out of the equation. Adkins ran for 1,397 yards as a junior, and Shamari Brooks chipped in with 768 in 2014. Union will want to lean on their ground game while quarterback Brandon Burch continues to fill the void left by Mason Farquhar.

For the Trojans, it may just be a matter of letting defensive back Dillon Stoner and linebacker Austin Quillen spy Adkins in the backfield. Making Union one-dimensional and forcing the Redskins

And with Union having to plug in new players on defense, let Cooper Nunley's leadership kick in at quarterback if you're the Trojans. Nunley knows what Backyard Bowls are all about, and he has the weapons — running back Andrew Wyatt and tight end Reese Leitao — at his disposal. Slow the game down. Abbreviate the contest as much as possible.

Jenks returns the bulk of the experience between the two teams, so Union's newcomers will have to control the clock and limit the amount of possessions for Cooper Nunley and the Trojans. On offense, it may be a matter of getting creative. Find ways to get running back Tyler Adkins involved, whether it's in the running or passing game. Also utilize Shamari Brooks and Kameron McQueen as much as possible. Just let the playmakers make plays — when opportunities present themselves. If not, don't be afraid to milk the clock.

Defensively, Union will need defensive backs, Ayo Ologolo and Tre Brown, and linebacker Shade Gesser to create as many turnovers as possible. Winning the turnover battle may be just enough to get Union over the hump.

Score: Jenks 24, Union 13. Too much returning talent on Jenks' side for Union to overcome this time.

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UNION VS. JENKS WHAT HAPPENED IN 2014 2014 State Championship

2014 MidFirst Backyard Bowl Held once again at Tulsa University’s Chapman Stadium, the Union Redskins grabbed another Midfirst Bank Backyard Bowl trophy with their, 2413 win over the Jenks Trojans.

Jenks would strike first with quarterback Cooper Nunley hitting Dillon Stoner for a touchdown, but Union’s Mason Farquhar answered with a 45yard touchdown run to tie the game at seven. Farquhar rushed for 117 yards on 16 carries in the game. The Redskin defense played big as sophomore cornerback Tre Brown intercepted Nunley twice in the game. Jenks would add a field goal before the half, but trailed 21-10.

Both teams add field goals in the second half as the Redskins offensive and defensive lines dominated the Trojans.

Jenks was a different team than what Union faced in the second game of the season. Cooper Nunley and Dillon Stoner solidified their names into the history books of the rivalry with a 14-yard touchdown with 2:55 left in the game to give the Trojans a 21-14 win and their third state title in a row. Nunley took control of the offense and rushed for two touchdowns before the half giving the Trojans a 14-7 lead at the half.

Early in the fourth quarter Union’s Mason Farquhar threw a 60-yard touchdown pass to Robert Thomas knotting the game at 14 with 7:22 left in the fourth. But the Trojans would go on an 80-yard drive capped off by the Nunley to Stoner connection that

Tre Brown worked so well all season.

Jenks receiver Carson Epps set a Trojan record with 66 receptions, which helped the Trojans to the schools 15th overall title, 12 under head coach Allen Trimble.

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LEARNING & IMPROVING After a dozen games into the season the Lady Trojans are beginning to find their groove on the field.

Head coach Jeff Owens has a young roster, but returns three seniors and seven juniors. Add a talented group of young players like pitcher Ally Ryan and you have the makings of a team that can come to life as they can more experience playing together. Ryan pitched during the Broken Arrow Invitational Tournament and showed improvements with each outing. The Lady Trojans picked up wins against Inola and Cleveland, but dropped games to Southmoore and Owasso.

Junior Megan Henderson said the team is determined to make the rest of the season a good one.

“We have a pretty young team so there is a lot of opportunity to build and grow on it for the next couple years. Coming into this year we really didn’t know what we were going to get, but now our main focus is just to get better every practice and build a solid foundation for the years to come.” Coach Owens said the team is inexperienced, but showing signs of life as they get into the heart of their schedule.

“We are a young, inexperienced team that I hope will improve as the season goes along. Ally (Ryan) is our top pitcher and one of our top hitters. Hopefully she can continue to improve. She has a chance to be a special player for us.” With Class 6A foes Bixby, Sand Springs, Broken Arrow and Union still looming on the schedule, the Lady Trojans will wrap up the regular season with five straight home games, which could make a big difference for such a young squad.

We asked several players questions about their teammates. Here’s what we got. Funniest teammate? Bree Baker, Emily Gottlob

SCHEDULE 8/24 vs. Bixby 8/25 @ Ponca City 8/27 @ Sand Springs 9/03 vs. Bartlesville 9/08 @ Bixby 9/10 vs. Westmoore @OU 9/10 vs. Washington @OU 9/11 vs. MacArthur @OU 9/11 vs. Hilldale @OU 9/12 vs. Ft. Gibson @OU 9/14 vs. Ponca City 9/15 vs. Sand Springs 9/22 vs. Enid 9/28 vs. Broken Arrow 9/29 vs. Union 10/03 vs. Edmond Memorial

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FROM 5TH TO "???" The Glenpool cheer squad returns a talented group ready to take state!

Talent only gets you so far. Head coach Melissas Reed has one of the more talented squads in the area, but she knows it takes more than that to turn in the type of routine that wow’s judges and puts medals around necks.

Reed thinks they have something that is fresh with a higher level of difficulty.

The squad has worked hard this offseason to come up with the best routine possible and coach

Eight seniors lead the way with Destiny Dailey and Zoey Cornwell acting as captains. During the ECC Camp Dailey was named one of the top three dancers and earned a leadership award. Cornwell and Kelcey Price are flyers, while Kaitlyn Rockwell and Tabitha Haney will backspot. Bases are Sydney Hayes, Kaylee Jackson and Kaylee Barnes. Combine the seniors have nearly 30 years of competition cheer to their credit.

“We have a lot to prove this year, and a very talented and capable group of girls. Last year we placed fifth at state, which will be hard to beat with the tough competition in the Class 5A division,” said Reed.

“This year our state routine is fresh and has quite a bit more difficulty than we had last year, and so far the girls have really stepped up to the challenge. They’re working hard every day to hit their stunts and tumbling passes, so we can add even more tricks and difficulty when it comes time to compete. Our goal is to have a high-energy, clean performance.”

The cheer squad has their share of awards to be proud of, but one thing missing from the rafters at Glenpool High School is a state championship banner in cheer. Coach Reed has the girls ready, maybe this is the year they put it all together.

LITTLE CHIEFS WANT ONE MORE SHOT The 6th grade Berryhill Chiefs football team has tasted the finals, but have yet to hoist the championship trophy. This season could be the year they make it happen. competed for the championship coming up just short of the title.

what he loves most is how much fight they have.

This season the Chiefs have added some new faces, which has the coaching staff excited to see what they can do in the regular season.

GET TO KNOW THE CHIEFS Hardest Hitter: Louis Loman Fastest Player: Chase Burke The Ironman: Weston Fields Most Improved: Mac Inhofe Team Comedian: Logan Ballew The Workhorse: Gage Elliott Most Inspirational: Ethan Moton One To Watch: Jaxon Watie 12th Man: Caden O’Bryan Most Gifted: Dmitri Apostolides Best Group: O-Line – Brayden Bundy, Garrett Hunter, Gavin Brill, Weston Fields, Carson Bruce, Cole Bruce, Eli Burke, Dakota Bynum The New Faces: Hayden Reding, Cameron Parker, Joe Summers, Jacob Dickson, Cole Brown

“It was a great experience. I think each year we have gained confidence and grew together as a team. I’m very proud of these boys,” said Million.

Nestled in the hills of west Tulsa is the small community of Berryhill, a proud little town with proud people. To grow up and become a Chief means something to these youngsters. No team in Berryhill knows that better than the 6th grade football team coached by Scott Million.

“Yes, very excited to see how we do this year. We have more kids out this year and expect to repeat in the finals. Our goal has always been to teach the game of football to these great kids and prepare them for school ball,” said Million.

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Coach Million said there are too many great memories and stories to tell about this group, but

With 30 years of coaching experience, Million has lead this team since they were in the second grade and their success of the field has made them one of the top teams in the Indian Nations Football Conference.

The coaching staff consists of Steve Fields, Ebb Moton, Shannon Watie, Lance Elliott, Josh Bryant and Holden Fuson. Megan Elliott and Brandy Moton serve as team mom’s.

“I love the grit, fight, and heart these kids have shown. They never give up. If they get down, they fight their way back up to the top. It’s been a blast watching these kids grow. It will be a privilege to watch them play in high school.”

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Currently sitting at 8-1 overall and 2-1 in district, the Lady Tigers won’t let anything stop them from being crowned state championships. while they play this season.

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“One of the overall goals is just for these girls to get better and know they are playing for a good program,” King said. “They know they have seniors there to back them up at all times, but hopefully our seniors know that, too, and they are the leaders of our team. If they can get that, I think we are going to do fine.”

five homeruns and 20 RBIs. We also have catcher Ashley Chesser hitting .444.”

Kaitlynn Monckton By Sarah Dewberry “We are a pretty young group,” head coach Randall King said. “We have several young kids playing out in the field, but looking forward to the opportunity for them to get better and get where we want to be.”

Although they suffered their first loss of the season, and in district, in late August to the Lady Redskins, the Lady Tigers won’t let that derail their season. The Lady Tigers will be looking to bounce back, and all eyes will be on their seniors.

“We have several seniors leading the way,” King said. “We have shortstop Kinzy Mathis, who’s hitting .583 right now. We have starting outfielder Marcella McKinney hitting .667 with

Another player stepping it up big for the Lady Tigers is sophomore pitcher Mary Collins. Having pitched a perfect game against the Booker T. Washington Lady Hornets back on Aug. 13. “Sophomore pitcher Mary Collins is our no. 1 pitcher, and she is growing into it,” King said. "She’s got experience to learn, but done a great job so far.” With a winning season, though, some obstacles get in the way.

“We’ve had some adversity,” King said. “Our leadoff hitter, Kaitlynn Monckton, is out for a couple of weeks with a shoulder injury. It’s tough when you take out a .571 hitter out of your lineup and try to replace her, but hopefully, we’ll get her back in the next couple of weeks. She makes a big difference. She has 12 hits, and she leads the way for us by getting on base for us.”

For King, the overall goal is to win a state championship, but he hopes the girls keep one other thing in mind

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Mackenzie Blackburn - Broken Arrow High School Two-year varsity volleyball player Mackenzie Blackburn is the Broken Arrow Academic Athlete of the Month.

Blackburn is a junior at Broken Arrow High School and a member of the varsity volleyball team. The setter/right side hitter carries a 4.0 GPA and is involved in several activities at school.

“Mackenzie Blackburn has been a very good team leader so far this season,” said head coach Ian Bullen. “She lead by example and is one of the very hardest working girls in the gym every say.” Her team leadership and play set good examples for younger student-athletes on the team to follow. The team has performed well early on and should carry some momentum into the regular season. They host the Broken Arrow Varsity Tournament on the 28th-29th of August.

Blackburn is leading by example in and out of the classroom. Her dedication to her education and the team is why she is the Academic Athlete of the Month.

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Sapulpa Volleyball The Sapulpa volleyball team is building excitement with new players and a new attitude as the season gets underway. Kamies will start at setter and outside hitter, while Gordon is set to play middle. Sophomore Macaila Holland will join Gordon at middle hitter with junior Mackenzie Biggs serving as the Libero.

Every volleyball team entering the 2015 season has high expectation for the season including the Sapulpa Lady Chieftains. As coaches look to fill the needs left behind by graduation, most teams will need to develop talent at a couple of positions. For Sapulpa head coach Brittney Loney, the new season has also brought a couple new faces to the roster. “The upcoming year will be a developing season. We have gained a few new players that bring a new and different dynamic to the team,” said coach Loney. Two seniors, Whitney Kamies and Kelsey Gordon, will take on leadership roles this season.

“My teammates are very important to me, we have a lot of talent on the team, we just need to work on putting it all together while we are out there on the court. I hope to put some wins together this year, and have a great season.

The team has shown signs of growth as coach Loney continues to work on all aspects of the teams development,” said Kamies.

“We are excited to see the growth. Our back row is pretty strong with returning back row players like Kenzie Biggs, Amy Blevins and Whitney Kamies, but our focus will be on the front row and developing there aggressive sides,” said Loney. Outside hitter Bailey Mader has played basketball for Sapulpa, but decided to try volleyball as a senior.

“I decided to try volleyball this year since it's my senior year and I ended up loving it,” said Mader.

“I really like playing for coach Loney. We've improved a lot already this year and I really think she sees the game from a players point of view from her playing volleyball in high school, and I think she coaches to not always win, but to better ourselves everyday.” Other players to look for this season include Lativia Oates-Lynch, Kayla Harjo, Kyndall Hoey, and Grace Ann Hamilton. Schedule Aug. 28-29 Glenpool Tournament Sept. 1 vs. Jenks Sept. 3 at Tahlequah Sept. 8 vs. Bartlesville Sept. 11-12 Muskogee Tournament Sept. 15 vs. Muskogee Sept. 17 at Regent Prep Sept. 18-19 Lincoln Tournament Sept. 22 at Sand Springs Sept. 28 at Cascia Hall Sept. 29 vs. Bishop Kelley Oct. 1 at McAlester Oct. 6 vs. Union (Senior Night) Oct. 8 Regionals

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A Healthy Serving of the Lady Rams the Lady Rams win a state championship and put some more hardware in their trophy case.

THE OWASSO VOLLEYBALL TEAM IS SET TO SPIKE THE COMPETITION IN 2015 After finishing 24-9 last season and making it all the way to the Class 6A state tournament the Owasso Lady Rams are looking to finish the job this year and lay claim to the 6A state title. In order to climb to the top of the mountain that is 6A volleyball the Lady Rams will first have to battle an extremely tough schedule that includes Edmond North, Jenks, Edmond Santa Fe, Bishop Kelley and Broken Arrow, all of whom qualified for state last year. The Lady Rams also squared off with Lincoln Christian, a Class 4A state qualifier last season, early in the season.

Overall the Lady Rams have a good number of returning starters but will be looking to fill some very key positions according to head coach Meghann Turner. “We will be looking to fill two big outside positions, but have the younger players to do it. Plus we have five starters back, which will make for an exciting season,” Turner said.

Seniors Tate Tieperman and Rylee Peterson will both can play in the middle of the net but also have the versatility to play on the outside as well. Fellow senior Dani Oliver is a player that should star as an outside hitter for the Lady Rams. Three other seniors, Gracie Martin, Jordan Kunka and Mady Mullinax should all provide a great deal of balance to the Owasso lineup. All three players are defensive specialists, while Kunka and Martin can also both play libero.

Junior Emma Neighbors is also expected to play a major role this season as the Lady Rams’ setter. Madison Hall and Macy Ramsey are also juniors who should see significant time as both players have the ability to make a big impact at the net. Finally, sophomore Mya Bhinhar may be the biggest difference maker as an athletic outside hitter. Bhinhar is already verbally committed to play basketball at the University of Arkansas once she finishes high school but for now is focused on helping 24

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OWASSO SCHEDULE Aug. 11 – vs. Sapulpa Aug. 14 – at Edmond Memorial Aug. 18 – vs. Bartlesville Aug. 20 – at Lincoln Christian Aug. 25 – vs. Muskogee Sept. 1 – at Sand Springs Sept. 3 – at Houston Tx Tournament Sept. 10 – vs. Edmond North Sept. 11 – Bishop Kelley Tournament Sept. 14 – at Stillwater Sept. 15 – at Union Sept. 17 – vs. Booker T. Washington Sept. 22 – at Jenks Sept. 24 – at Edmond Santa Fe Sept. 25 – Owasso Tournament Sept. 29 – vs. Bixby Oct. 1 – at Bishop Kelley Oct. 6 – vs. Broken Arrow

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amount of experience. Senior pitcher Jentri Sinor and senior catcher McKenzie Lloyd have both been threeyear starters and have built an amazing rapport together. Fellow senior Devin Hale will start at third base for the Lady Rams and is a player Eicher calls “one of the best third basemen he has ever seen.” Juniors Allie Eicher and Daelyn Denny are also poised to have big years for the Lady Rams this season. Eicher will start at shortstop this year with Denny getting the nod in center. Senior Amber Hodge and freshman Jordan Hausher are also names fans should get to know this year according to coach Eicher. Hodge is a player who has paid her dues in the program and patiently waited her turn and this year will start as the team’s designated player. Hausher meanwhile is an ultra-talented freshman that will give the Lady Rams some good balance in the circle along with providing some relief for Sinor by allowing the senior pitcher to get some rest during a grueling season.

OWASSO SOFTBALL PROGRAM HAS ITS SIGHTS SET ON CLASS 6A’S TOP PRIZE Owasso softball is a program with more tradition than it knows what to do with. The one thing the Lady Rams don’t have a lot of is titles. In fact the only state championship in program history came in 1995 when Owasso won the Class 5A crown. The 2015 group of Lady Rams are hoping to change that according to head coach Shane Eicher. “I think obviously our main goal is to get back to the state tournament. Just like everyone else we want to win it but you have to get there first,” Eicher said. The path to the state tournament won’t be an easy one for the Lady Rams though and Eicher is well aware of the hurdles his team will have to overcome. “With our re-aligned district that includes Broken Arrow, Stillwater, Muskogee, Union and Claremore it’s going to be extremely tough and there won’t be a night off, we will have to bring it every day if we want to win,” Eicher said. Leading the way for Eicher’s squad this year is a solid group of returning upperclassmen who have a good

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Patriot Games 10 Questions With Abe Anderson Our team moms feed us a great meal. Of course, winning is the ultimate reward for working hard all week. VYPE: Who is the funniest guy in the locker room?

Anderson: We have quite a few funny guys on the team. Sam Holder and Josh Wolfe are probably the funniest.

Abe Anderson The Metro Christian quarterback is one of the top players in the state and is looking to lead the Patriots to another successful season. But before he can take the field, VYPE editor Brad Heath fires off 10 questions to the VYPE Top 100 selectee.

VYPE: Who does the best coach impression? Anderson: Chris Mad-

Anderson: No, I’m not superstitious. VYPE: Some people have a love/ hate relationship with practice. Where do you fall?

Anderson: Love it. I think it’s cool to play football with my friends every day.

VYPE: Who has made an impact on your life on or off the field? Anderson: My parents, coach McCoy and coach Taylor have all been supportive and mentors in my life. VYPE: In 10 years when I do a “Where Are They Now” story on Abe Anderson, where do you think I’ll find you? Anderson: I hope to still be involved in football, have a degree and maybe have a family of my own.

VYPE: Last year you threw for over 3,600 yards and over 30 touchdowns. What was the key to all of that production last year? Anderson: I think I had the best receivers in Class 4A. The offensive line might have been undersized but they did a great job. VYPE: What’s new for the Patriot offense this season? Anderson: Not a lot will change. Along with Jake Koenig and Cavan Gary, we have a few new receivers this year that will make big plays. VYPE: What is game day like for you?

Anderson: It’s the best day of the week! I like wearing my jersey to school. I like hanging out in the locker room for pregame with my team.

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VYPE: During a game has an opponent ever said something to you while you are going through your cadence? Anderson: I’m sure there have been a lot of “encouraging” words, but I have a pretty loud cadence so I am able to block it out. VYPE: Do you have a pair of lucky socks or something you wear or do every game?

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HOLLAND HALL CHEER Holland Hall Varsity Cheer is excited for the 2015 - 2016 season. The squad has six returning cheerleaders, as well as a new junior, and eight new freshman. The squad ended the summer at the Nationals Cheerleading Association (NCA) summer camp, receiving a bid to their high school nationals in January. Two seniors were named All-Americans, Cerease Armour and Chloe Zahn. They are ready to represent this year's athletic motto of Finish Strong. This year’s complete squad is: Seniors: Cerease Armour, Sara Iftikhar, Kelsey Marr, and Chloe Zahn. Juniors: Sierra Dale and Austen Hubbard. Sophomore: Alley Doyle Freshmen: Lexie Farmer, Alex Howard, Lexi Lake, Ashley Mabrey, Savannah Sawyer, Corbyn Secrest, Olivia Van Pelt, and Mikaela Zahn

CROSS COUNTRY

The boys cross country team returns all seven varsity runners from last year squad including this years team captains Michael Saliba (senior) and Ben Watkins (junior). The girls return five of their top seven with seniors Kelly Keglovits and Hannah Cruickshank taking over the leadership responsibilities as captains for the girls. Coach Greg Spencer said, “The whole team has worked hard all summer and look to improve from last years performance.” This will be the Dutchs’ last year competing in SPC before moving on to the OSSAA next year. Even though Holland Hall is a high school of only 300 students, they still compete against the top schools in state each week to keep sharp for conference meet because the SPC is so competi-

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tive. Also, this will be the last year the girls will be competing at the 5k distance, as they will move down to two mile distance runs next year when they begin membership in the OSSAA.

FIELD HOCKEY

The 2015 Holland Hall field hockey team is primed for another successful season. After graduating ten seniors, some would think the Dutch were in a rebuilding year. Not the case for this talented and fit squad. Dominant returning starters include All Conference senior Tara Smith, senior power player Merich Frizzell, senior forward Gracie White, senior midfielder Morgan Kramer, junior goalkeeper Maddie Murphy, and standout junior midfielder Annie Wise. These returners provide a solid foundation for a fit and fast team. Seniors forward Paige Rudd, senior midfielder Jana Sanders and senior defender Abi Campbell will add additional experience to the squad. After graduating four starting defenders, the Dutch's focus will be on the backfield during preseason. Rising stars ready to make an immediate impact include juniors Anna Albright and Morgan Nall, sophomores Sydney Edwards, Emily Elmburg and Asha Richardson. The top six teams compete at the Southwest Preparatory Conference championships in November, so the Dutch look to solidify a spot as early as possible. The Dutch compete in the North Zone of the conference featuring dominant teams such as returning champion Dallas Hockaday, OKC Casady, Ft. Worth Trinity Valley, and Dallas Greenhill to name a few. With early preparation tournaments in St. Louis, MO, Dallas, TX and Oklahoma City, Holland Hall will be ready to compete for its first counter game on September 25th at Trinity Valley. See the Dutch in action at home on October 2, 2015 at 4pm.

VOLLEYBALL

This season, coach Inna Felkins will have a relatively young team, with three freshmen who will most likely be playing on the varsity team. Seniors Audrey Warren and Molly Lohrey, alongside juniors Victoria Terry, Krystal Wang and Laurel Salisbury, will lead the Dutch this season. “Like last year, our goal is to make the D1 playoffs in SPC,” Felkins said. “We had one senior, Anna Bezhan, who was a key player for our team, and we will definitely be missing her this year.” Bezhan is now playing volleyball at Stetson University. “It will be a challenge for our freshman to become competitive with our juniors and seniors,” Felkins said. “I’m looking forward to a great season, and I’m excited to watch our young players develop their skills and knowledge of volleyball.”

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SEPTEMBER 2015 Mazzio’s Corporation and VYPE have teamed up to grant a $2,000 Scholarship for one boy and one girl to be presented in the June issue of VYPE. Here is how it will work: • Each month, VYPE will take nominations for an Athlete of the Month and a boy and girl will be elected the Mazzio’s Athlete of the Month. This will be a chance for boys and girls of all sports to be recognized for their performances. • Nominees can be mailed to scholarship. Oklahoma@VYPE.com. Give the nominee’s name, school, sport and reasons you believe the athlete should be awarded the scholarship. • The nominees will need to be seniors this season but keep in mind that their accomplishments as juniors will be taken into consideration as well. • Each monthly recipient will be a candidate for the scholarship that will be awarded in June. • All sports will be eligible to have a nomination. • The male and female athletes who are chosen each month will have a pictured bio, highlighting their accomplishments, placed on this page.

Nick Williams Sapulpa High School Nick Williams is a standout cross country runner at Sapulpa High School. Last season Williams finished in 24th place overall at the Class 6A state meet with a time of 16:43. This season Williams hopes to improve on those results in his final year as a high school runner. “My goals for this season are to keep improving my personal best time and eventually run under 16 minutes in the 5k. Another goal I have is to finish in the top 10 at the state meet,” Williams said. After high school Williams said he plans on continuing his athletic career and running at the next level. “I absolutely plan to run in college! I feel very honored to have visited with many college coaches already and I look forward to finding the school and running program where I can contribute best,” Williams said. Williams is also in the top 15 of his graduating class and is the president of the Sapulpa Key Club. For his efforts as a student-athlete Nick Williams is the Mazzio’s Male Athlete of the Month.

Elexa Yessen Jenks High School Jenks senior Elexa Yessen started cheering when she was in fourth grade. Fast forward to today and all those years of hard work have paid off into Yessen earning the honor of being captain of the Trojans cheer squad. Looking ahead to this year Yessen said she has high hopes for her team. ‘My goals for this season are to hit perfect routines at both state and nationals. The ultimate goal would be to win, but as long as we hit a solid routine and give it our all, I couldn’t ask for anything else,” Yessen said. In fact the goal of working for perfection is what Yessen said is her favorite part of cheering at Jenks. “The best part is how competitive and driven we are. We don’t settle for anything less than perfection,” Yessen said. After high school Yessen said she plans to attend a university and try out for the cheer team there. For her effort as a student-athlete Elexa Yessen is the Mazzio’s Female Athlete of the Month.

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Jake Northern Coweta High School

How long have you been involved with FCA? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been in the FCA since the eighth grade..

Who influenced you to join? My former head football coach, coach Burcham influenced me to join.

How has FCA made an impact in your life on and off the field? The FCA makes me realize how blessed I am for the talents that were given to me. How have your beliefs helped you as an athlete? Knowing that, win or lose, when I play for him the end result will always be right. It makes me enjoy the game more.

What is your favorite Bible verse and why? My favorite Bible verse is Deuteronomy 31:6 "Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you," Because it states all the traits that are needed to be a successful football player and person.

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