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How OU gymnast Spencer Goodell used his COVID lockdown to prepare for ‘statement’ junior year
Spencer Goodell turned a challenging, lengthy offseason into a pivotal opportunity. When the COVID-19 pandemic brought the...
Oklahoma State basketball: Cowboys learning how to 'survive' in Big 12 with overtime win at Texas Tech
Although Cade Cunningham wasn’t on the court during the final minutes of overtime, he galvanized the Oklahoma State men’s...
OU men's basketball: Austin Reaves scores 32 points to lead Sooners past TCU in Big 12 opener
Lon Kruger didn’t have much time to make sure the Oklahoma men’s basketball team was prepared to dive into conference play. He...
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OSU football: How Tyler Lacy's mom helped bond other Cowboy parents in face of COVID pandemic
From a distance, Veronica Lacy waves at her son as he joins his Oklahoma State football teammates on their traditional pregame...
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OSU football: Tyler Lacy continues to grow during second season as starting defensive end
Tyler Lacy’s role on the Oklahoma State football team has changed dramatically in two years. Lacy, a defensive end from...
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OSU football journal: Injuries, limited practice reps can’t stop Cowboys from rallying at Kansas State
With a slew of injuries affecting the starting lineup, the Oklahoma State football team relied on its grit and adaptability...
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How Oklahoma State safety Tre Sterling’s love for graphic design complements his football career
After about one week of experimenting with designs and edits during breaks in his busy schedule, Tre Sterling had completed his...
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OSU football: Cowboys deal with injuries on both sides of the ball
Cowboys deal with injuries on both sides of the ball Wearing sweatpants and a jersey with no shoulder pads, defensive back...
OSU football: Cameron Murray has grown into ‘a force to be reckoned with’ on Cowboys’ defensive line
During a football season constantly evolving because of schedule rearrangements and other COVID-19 precautions, Cameron Murray...
OSU women's soccer: Claire Gantzer’s goal provides Cowgirls with first-round NCAA tournament victory
STILLWATER — Claire Gantzer jubilantly raised her arms and embraced teammate Megan Haines. Gantzer, a senior defender on the...
High school football: Stillwater defeats Del City 48-23 to win District 6A-II-1 championship
STILLWATER — Chris Jones and Anthony Bland got a district title for their birthday. The Stillwater High School football team...
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New Renaissance Village adds medieval flair to state fair
Melinda Parsons’ idea of introducing a jousting troupe to the Oklahoma State Fair blossomed into a larger plan. Parsons, the...
Xtreme Bulls tour brings 'double trouble' to fair
The sounds of live country music will fill an arena at the Oklahoma State Fair after cowboys ride bulls and broncos. Each year,...
OSU football: Johnny Wilson's love of metal music reflects tough on-field attitude
STILLWATER — Johnny Wilson’s teammates usually don’t let him have the aux cord. Wilson, a redshirt senior center on the...
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OSU football journal: Mike Gundy, staff examining options for playing two quarterbacks at Oregon State
STILLWATER — Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy said Tuesday there has not been any significant separation between quarterback...
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OSU football: Calvin Bundage cleared to practice after back strain
Calvin Bundage is active again, but coach Mike Gundy hasn’t determined the extent of the linebacker's role in the season opener.
OSU football: No clear starter at left tackle between Dylan Galloway, Bryce Bray
Although several positions on the Oklahoma State offensive line have clear-cut starters, the left tackle spot is a bit of a...
OSU football: Mike Scott enters senior season with Cowboys stronger and in a larger role
STILLWATER — Mike Scott refuses to let his teammates outwork him in the weight room. Scott’s arms might shake when he...
OSU football: A.J. Green is ready to take a leap and lead Cowboys
STILLWATER — The idea of skydiving thrills A.J. Green. Leaping out of an airplane thousands of feet above the ground would...
Entering first season at OSU, Charlie Dickey strives to strengthen 'mental toughness' in O-linemen
STILLWATER — Charlie Dickey shares Mike Gundy’s focus on discipline. Although Dickey hasn’t seen how the Oklahoma State...
OSU football: Tylan Wallace makes Walter Camp preseason watch list
Tylan Wallace is one of 40 players on the Walter Camp Foundation’s watch list for the 2019 Player of the Year award.
Teammates since childhood, Korie Black and Trent Pullen plan to continue football journey together at OSU
As Korie Black walked away from the car, he heard his friend shouting familiar words. Trent Pullen dropped off Black at his...
Thunder Buddies podcast: Talking Paul George’s presser, new Thunder unis and new assistant coaches
Welcome to the home of our Thunder Buddies podcast, named, in part, from Universal Studios' comedy 'Ted,' but inspired by our...
Oh, baby! Baker Mayfield's name increasingly popular for newborns in Oklahoma, nationwide
Stephen Shomo picked a name before he and his wife, Bailey, knew they were expecting their third child. As they watched Baker...
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BIG3 showcases high competition level in OKC games
Brandon Rush sealed the victory with a maneuver that dazzled the crowd in Chesapeake Energy Arena. He made a shifty...
OSU basketball: Mike Boynton envisions Cannen Cunningham as 'terrific' long-term coach
Mike Boynton recognizes that people have made assumptions about his recent hire, but he is focused on the big picture. In late...
OKC Dodgers: No. 3 prospect Dustin May becomes 'different person' on start days
With a pair of headphones, Dustin May blocks the distractions and welcomes his inner competitor. Sometimes he hears the...
OSU baseball: Matt Holliday joins brother’s coaching staff
Although Matt Holliday pursued his major-league dreams instead of attending Oklahoma State, it isn’t too late for him to become...
Can the Cowboys get off to a quick start in Mike Boynton's 3rd year?
ORU, Georgetown, Wichita State highlight OSU's non-conference home schedule
OSU men's basketball: Isaac Likekele has sense of leadership after U19 World Cup championship
Isaac Likekele returned from a summer trip to Greece with a gold medal as his souvenir. Now that he is back in Stillwater, the...
Inside the world of rodeo recruiting: IFYR provides stage for college coaches to find prospects
SHAWNEE — Gabe Burrows browsed through a thick three-ring binder bursting with pages of information about the contestants....
Edmond teenager Cashen Turner devotes herself to rodeo — but has big-city fashion dreams
SHAWNEE — The horse’s hooves steadily clomped along the gravel road as Cashen Turner guided him from the arena to the shiny...
The Oklahoman's Super 30: Tight end Jake Roberts showcases versatility on Norman North football team
NORMAN — Jake Roberts has a place in each of the Norman North football team’s offensive formations, and his role constantly...
OKC Dodgers newcomer Jon Kemmer benefits from Mexican League experience
The day after Jon Kemmer learned about the opportunity, he boarded an airplane and departed for Mexico. The Minnesota Twins...
Thunder's trade of Paul George to Clippers caught fans off-guard
Jeff Byrum reacted with disbelief when he woke up and saw the notification on his cellphone screen Saturday morning. An ESPN...
Johnny Bench returns to OKC and shows he can still call a good game
Johnny Bench studied the bronze statue of a man wearing catcher’s gear and offered his opinion. “That’s too good-looking,”...
IYFR 2019: Contestants from U.S., Australia to compete in Shawnee
Aly Ghormley will have a busy week at the rodeo, but she is looking forward to it. Ghormley, from Madisonville, Texas, is...
OKC Dodgers manager Travis Barbary thrilled about Johnny Bench’s upcoming visit
Barbary said he would love for Bench to visit the clubhouse and talk to his players.
OKC Dodgers defeat Round Rock Express 1-0 in first game of doubleheader
With a double play, the Oklahoma City Dodgers sealed the shutout.
OSU women's golf: Greg Robertson welcomes high expectations as Cowgirls' new coach
Alan Bratton said nothing to Greg Robertson. As Bratton played a practice golf match against Robertson, his freshman teammate...
The Oklahoman's Super 30: Midwest City linebacker Jacobi Johnson plays with no fear
MIDWEST CITY — If Darrell Hall hadn’t stopped to chat with Jacobi Johnson at the State Fair, then Johnson might have never...
The Fresh Prince of Dodger Stadium: Will Smith enjoys major league experience
As Will Smith looked up at a video board in Dodger Stadium, the meaning of the moment sank in. Smith, a catcher from...
OKC Dodgers notebook: Gavin Lux, Dustin May chosen for All-Star Futures Game
Gavin Lux and Dustin May haven’t been called up to Los Angeles, but they will soon play in a major league venue.
Dodger prospects arrive in OKC through Tulsa Drillers pipeline
Gavin Lux loaded his two-door car to the top with luggage and made the short trip to his new home. He doesn’t know how long he...
OKC Dodgers notebook: Newcomer Jon Kemmer hits walk-off double to defeat Baby Cakes
In Jon Kemmer’s first game as an Oklahoma City Dodger, he gave his team the final push it needed.
OKC Dodgers manager Travis Barbary's son joins father's team as bullpen catcher
Chase Barbary spent his childhood immersed in the minor league baseball lifestyle, hopping from clubhouse to clubhouse with his...
OKC Dodgers journal: Star prospect Gavin Lux promoted to OKC
The next wave of elite talent is beginning to arrive in Oklahoma City. One night after starting the Texas League All-Star Game,...
OSU basketball: Netherlands recruit Hidde Roessink signs with Cowboys
Hidde Roessink, from Arnhem, The Netherlands, signed with the Oklahoma State men’s basketball team, the school announced...
The Oklahoman's Super 30: Preparation carrying Phillip Smitherman from Heritage Hall to Harvard
Phillip Smitherman was ready for his turn. When he was a member of the football scout team at Heritage Hall, he noticed how...
What's it like to play minor league baseball with Albert Pujols?
Ben Johnson doesn’t have much time to keep up with his former teammate Albert Pujols. The professional baseball lifestyle is a...
OKC Dodgers journal: Tony Gonsolin to make MLB debut
The No. 4 prospect in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization is set for his MLB debut. Tony Gonsolin, 25, has been called up from...
OSU softball: Virginia Tech pitcher transfers to Oklahoma State
The ACC Pitcher of the Year is transferring to Oklahoma State for her last season of softball.
Coaching, family and flight lead OSU's Joey Graham back to Stillwater
STILLWATER — When Joey Graham piloted an aircraft on his own for the first time, he didn’t realize he was doing it. Graham, who...
OSU basketball: Isaac Likekele selected for World Cup team
For the second straight summer, Isaac Likekele will play basketball in Greece. Likekele, an Oklahoma State men’s basketball...
Mike Boynton discusses new team, returning walk-ons
STILLWATER — When the eager freshmen recently united with the returners in Stillwater, they bolstered not only the roster but...
The college 3-point line will be moving back this season. Find out what the Cowboys had to say about it.
On June 5, the NCAA announced a rule that will move the men’s college basketball 3-point line to 22 feet and 1/34 inches, the...
Despite deeper waters, winner brings record-setting fish to Okie Noodling Tournament
PAULS VALLEY — With his body and his scuba tank entirely submerged in the cavernous catfish hole, Nate Williams couldn’t see...
Okie Noodling Tournament puts spotlight on catfish-catching craze
The contestants will arrive on Chickasaw Street with colossal catfish in tow. Each year, those who get a thrill from catching...
With boosted confidence, OSU's Isaac Likekele ready for USA Basketball camp
STILLWATER — Isaac Likekele immediately accepted the invitation. He heard the news from Mike Boynton, who had just received a...
Edmond's Austin Eckroat fulfilling dreams at U.S. Open
Austin Eckroat has watched the U.S. Open since childhood. Eckroat saw his golf inspirations, particularly Tiger Woods, compete...
Brothers aim to increase popularity of UCO Endeavor Games' new sport, goalball
EDMOND — The ringing of bells cut through the silence. During goalball games, fans didn’t scream for the athletes while they...
Ellie Todd gains confidence through four years at Endeavor Games
EDMOND — The first year Ellie Todd competed in the UCO Endeavor Games, she nearly withdrew from the race before she started....
Endeavor Games' youngest athlete, 4-year-old Poppy Cox, cherishes first events
EDMOND — The girl wore shimmery purple sneakers, tiny multicolored racing gloves and a sporty pint-sized helmet. As she...
UCO Endeavor Games cultivate Tennessee teenager's love for basketball, teamwork skills
EDMOND — Zion Redington zipped across the court in his glossy red chair as he carefully dribbled the basketball. He swiftly...
Oklahoma City man changes outlook after injury because of Endeavor Games athlete
EDMOND — With inspiration from a young athlete, Porter Berry pledged to stop feeling sorry for himself. Berry, an Oklahoma City...
Garcia gives OSU’s offense a spark
With a blast into the bullpen, Alix Garcia reminded the crowd of the Oklahoma State baseball team’s familiar power-hitting...
OSU baseball journal: Cowboys' Cade Cabbiness fights sun early as Cowboys fall to UConn
Cade Cabbiness intently watched the baseball as it sailed toward him in right field. His eyes followed its path until it was...
OSU baseball notebook: OKC Dodgers scramble to host tournament
Oklahoma City Dodgers general manager and team president Michael Byrnes knew the challenges from Oklahoma State’s request to...
NCAA baseball: UConn cruises past Harvard 10-2 in regional elimination game
The lightning disrupted the Harvard baseball team’s pitching plan against UConn’s steady offense.
OKC regional notebook: Jensen Elliott ‘very confident’ when Peyton Battenfield takes command
The frequent strikeouts couldn’t keep the Nebraska baseball team from winning. The Huskers rolled past UConn 8-5 on Friday in...
WCWS announcer Coffee looks forward to day with more women behind the microphone
Jaime Coffee’s so-called “side hustle” has carried her to the Women’s College World Series. Although Coffee works in media...
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WCWS notebook: Superfan makes first WCWS appearance
DeAngelo Sanchez couldn’t sit still for long. Donning his trademark purple — this time with a tie and a pinned ribbon to his...
OSU softball: Kenny Gajewski gives Michele Smith emotional ‘thank you’
Kenny Gajewski showed Michele Smith he cares.