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Nick Sardis joined The Oklahoman in 2017, and he covers high school sports. Born and raised in Norman, he played baseball at Norman North High School and is a student at the University of Oklahoma.
Oklahoma high school swimming: Norman North’s Aiden Hayes shatters personal records at USA Swimming meet
Aiden Hayes keeps getting faster.
Oklahoma high school wrestling: Edmond North wins COAC Tournament
The Edmond North wrestling squad is the Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference champion.
The Oklahoman's 108th All-State football first-team selections for 2020 season
The Oklahoman's high school sports staff has revealed its first-team selections of the 108th All-State football team. The...
Oklahoma high school wrestling season extended, will include two-week breaks between major events
The Oklahoma high school wrestling season will end a little later this year.
Oklahoma high school swimming: 5 observations from start of the season
Here are five observations from the opening months of action.
The Oklahoman's high school athletes of the week for Jan. 4-10
Here are The Oklahoman's Athletes of the Week for Jan. 4-10: Boys basketball Reid Lovelace, Jr., Crossings Christian: Lovelace...
Oklahoma high school boys basketball: Mount St. Mary cruises past Blanchard in Noble tournament championship game
NOBLE — The Mount St. Mary boys basketball team has several players who can make a big impact on any given night.
Oklahoma high school girls basketball: Carly Craig scores 23 points, Blanchard beats Bridge Creek for second straight Noble tournament title
Craig commanded Blanchard’s offense and finished with 23 points, leading the Class 4A Lions to a 64-48 victory Saturday night.
Oklahoma high school wrestling: Broken Arrow beats Mustang in battle between premier Class 6A programs
The third-ranked Tigers defeated No. 2 Mustang 37-26 in a battle between the top two finishers in the state last season.
OU wrestling: Mustang junior John Wiley commits to Sooners
Wiley is one of two Mustang wrestlers who intend to compete for the Sooners.
Oklahoma high school sports: Carl Albert's football streak, Trey Alexander's finale and the 21 things to look forward to in 2021
With the turn of the calendar comes another opportunity for lifelong highlights, record-breaking seasons and more. Here are 21...
Meet The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City girls cross country first team
Runner of the Year finalist Tabitha Fox, Deer Creek Class: Sophomore The story: Fox was coming off a season in which she won...
The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City girls cross country teams
First team Kaitlyn Byrd, Sr., Moore Audrey Hill, So., Edmond Santa Fe Kinley Kite, Fr., Norman North Avery Stanley, Jr., Yukon...
Oklahoma high school football: Looking back on the 2020 season
The craziest Oklahoma high school football season in state history is finished.
The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City boys cross country teams
First team AJ Antonelli, Jr., Deer Creek Halen Biggs, Sr., Westmoore Beckam Hartis, Sr., Piedmont Ethan Stovall, So., Oklahoma...
Meet The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City boys cross country first team
Meet The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City boys cross country first team Runner of the Year finalist: David Boulanger, Westmoore Class:...
Oklahoma Class A football: Cashion tops Thomas for title, becomes first team in state history to win 16 games
EDMOND — Thomas quarterback Jaxon Ward saw some open space and decided to try to run for the first down. As soon as Ward made...
Oklahoma high school wrestling: 5 observations from start of the season
High school wrestling is underway in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma high school football: The Oklahoman's signing day 2021 Super 30 rankings
No. 1: Kendal Daniels, DB, Beggs, 6-4, 198: Daniels, who signed with Texas A&M on Wednesday, helped guide Beggs to the...
Tatum brothers reunite on National Signing Day, make their allegiances official
Rejhan Tatum and his older brother, Ron Tatum III, each signed their National Letter of Intent on Wednesday.Rejhan, a star...
Oklahoma high school football: Sophomore QB Kirk Francis a rising star for Tulsa Metro Christian
TULSA — Tulsa Metro Christian football coach Jared McCoy had a question for Kirk Francis during the offseason. “Coach McCoy...
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With the high school football season winding down, the state's top teams and players continue to shine on the brightest...
Oklahoma Class 5A football: Carl Albert beats McGuinness for fifth straight state title
EDMOND — Ben Harris faked a pass, took a step to his left and had a small opening in front of him. The Carl Albert senior...
Oklahoma Class A football: Cashion tops Pawhuska in defensive struggle, advances to title game for second straight year
PAWHUSKA — The Cashion offense had been struggling all night. Battling a noisy crowd of Pawhuska fans and frigid...
Oklahoma high school football: Washington QB Emitt Wilk peaking at the right time
WASHINGTON — The Washington football team dug itself into a hole during the Class 2A quarterfinals at Adair on Friday night....
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As the football season winds down, there continues to be no shortage of stellar performances each week. The Oklahoman's...
Oklahoma Class 6A-II football: Bixby edges Choctaw for third straight state title
EDMOND — The pressure was on Bixby’s defense less than a minute into the fourth quarter against Choctaw in the Class 6A-II...
Oklahoma Class A football: Cashion advances to semifinals with dominant win against Woodland
CASHION — Cashion quarterback Ben Harman faked a handoff and fired a bullet to Landon Lagasse. As Lagasse cut inside on...
Oklahoma high school football: Davenport's Carson Funk wins Fans’ Choice Player of the Week poll
Davenport's Carson Funk won The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll.
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll
The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for the top games by OKC-area players is now live.
Oklahoma Class 3A football: Heritage Hall set to play Tulsa Lincoln Christian in semifinals for third straight season
Heritage Hall will play Tulsa Lincoln Christian in the Class 3A football state semifinals for the third consecutive year.
Oklahoma Class 2A football: Washington edges Jones in thriller
WASHINGTON — Lane Steele knew the football was coming his way. “I just looked over at the sideline and saw my coach call...
Friday night lights: All eyes on Dorian Plumley as El Reno makes Class 5A state title run
EL RENO — Dorian Plumley had a major setback at the beginning of the football season.
Oklahoma high school football: How DeAngelo Irvin Jr. helped Midwest City reverse a Class 6A-II trend
MIDWEST CITY — The Midwest City football program usually struggles against Tulsa Booker T. Washington. Entering Friday’s...
Vote in The Oklahoman’s Fans’ Choice Player of the Week poll
Another week of playoff action brought more incredible performances.The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for...
Oklahoma high schools remain cautious as they turn attention to winter sports: 'We try not to take it for granted'
Lonnie Nunley called it one of his hardest days as Cache’s athletic director. After beating Tecumseh last week to open the high...
Oklahoma Class 5A football: Guthrie edges Lawton MacArthur in second round of playoffs
The Bluejays held off seventh-ranked Lawton MacArthur for a 42-39 road victory Friday night in the second round of the Class 5A...
Oklahoma Class 4A football: Tuttle holds off Newcastle, advances to quarterfinals
Sixth-ranked Tuttle held on for a 31-21 home victory in the second round of the Class 4A playoffs, advancing to play at...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Mustang’s Gabe Simonsen wins Meet of Champions
Mustang senior cross country runner Gabe Simonsen won the Meet of Champions on Saturday at Broken Arrow.
Oklahoma high school football: Del City routs Ponca City in first round of Class 6A-II playoffs
Overall, Del City coach Mike Dunn was pleased with how the Eagles (4-5) played in every phase of the game.
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll
The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for the top games by OKC-area players is now live.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters about the games they covered Friday...
Oklahoma high school football: Westmoore cruises past Southmoore in opening round of Class 6A-I playoffs
The Class 6A-I eighth-ranked Jaguars earned a 41-17 victory against one of their biggest rivals in the opening round of the...
National Signing Day: Picklo twins of Mustang sign with Bedlam rivals
MUSTANG — Tate Picklo wasn’t always a die-hard OU fan. In fact, the Mustang star wrestler was a staunch supporter of Oklahoma...
OSU wrestling: Stillwater’s Cade Nicholas commits to Cowboys
Stillwater senior wrestler Cade Nicholas announced Tuesday on Twitter his commitment to Oklahoma State.
Oklahoma high school football: The Oklahoman’s 2020 state title picks for Classes A to C
The Oklahoman’s high school beat writers make their football state title picks for Classes A to C.
Oklahoma high school football: Wayne set to host Hinton in first round of Class A playoffs
The Bulldogs are set to host Hinton in the first round Friday.
Oklahoma high school football: McLoud LB Caleb Summerlin’s transformation on and off the field is ‘something special’
MCLOUD — Caleb Summerlin expected to be on the sideline when McLoud’s defense was on the football field Friday. The senior...
Oklahoma high school football: Breaking down the Class B playoff bracket
The Class B football playoffs begin Friday across the state. Here is a breakdown of the bracket. Team to watch Shattuck: The...
Oklahoma high school football: The Oklahoman’s 2020 state title picks for Classes 6A-I to 2A
The Oklahoman’s high school beat writers make their high school football state title picks for Classes 6A-I to 2A.
Oklahoma high school football: Breaking down the Class 6A-II playoff bracket
The Class 6A-II football playoffs begin Friday across the state.
Oklahoma high school football: Breaking down the Class 3A playoff bracket
The Class 3A football playoffs begin Friday across the state.
Oklahoma high school football: OSSAA announces 2020 Class A playoff bracket
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association announced Sunday the bracket for the Class A football playoffs.
Oklahoma high school football: OSSAA announces 2020 Class 5A playoff bracket
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association announced Sunday the bracket for the Class 5A football playoffs.
Oklahoma high school girls cross country: Noble finishes second in Class 5A state race
The Noble girls cross country program has come a long way in a short period of time.
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 10
The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for the top games by OKC-area players in Week 10 is now live. Fans can...
Oklahoma high school football: Bethany ends regular season with win against Clinton
The Bronchos earned a 23-19 home win Friday against Clinton.
Oklahoma high school football: Blanchard edges Tuttle for District 4A-2 title
Sixth-ranked Blanchard beat No. 3 Tuttle 7-0 for the District 4A-2 title.
Oklahoma high school girls cross country: Norman North places second at Class 6A state meet
The Timberwolves placed second at the Class 6A state meet Wednesday at Edmond Santa Fe.
Oklahoma high school boys cross country: Piedmont captures Class 5A state championship
EDMOND — The Piedmont boys cross country team ended its dominant season with another victory. The Wildcats beat Tahlequah...
Oklahoma high school boys cross country: Oklahoma Christian School claims Class 4A state crown
EDMOND — Members of the Oklahoma Christian School boys cross country team were ecstatic when they heard the news. As the...
Oklahoma high school boys cross country: Riley Randall becomes first Meeker runner to win championship
EDMOND — Riley Randall waited to make his move during the Class 3A cross country state race. The Meeker sophomore knew he...
Oklahoma high school boys cross country: Gabe Simonsen leads Mustang to Class 6A state title
The Broncos beat Deer Creek by five points at the Class 6A state meet at Edmond Santa Fe, winning their third boys cross...
Oklahoma high school cross country: How identical twins have made Noble contender for Class 5A state title
NOBLE — Most people can’t differentiate between Autumn and Leah Hickok. The Noble sophomore cross country runners are identical...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Runners to watch at the state races
The high school cross country state races for Classes 6A-2A are set for Wednesday at Edmond Santa Fe. Here are some local...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 9
The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for the top games by OKC-area players in Week 9 is now live. Fans can vote...
Oklahoma high school football: Heritage Hall cruises past Kingfisher
Class 3A second-ranked Heritage Hall defeated No. 7 Kingfisher 47-21.
Oklahoma high school cross country: OSSAA moves state races from Saturday to next week
The state races for Classes 6A-2A will be held at Edmond Santa Fe next Wednesday.
Oklahoma high school football: Del City's Se'Vaughn Sephus ‘honed his craft’ to shine on a defense with D-I talent
DEL CITY — Se'Vaughn Sephus made sure he was prepared for last week’s game against Deer Creek. The Del City senior defensive...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 8
Plenty of players across the city had big performances to help teams clinch pivotal wins with the regular season inching toward...
Oklahoma high school football: Midwest City blows past Putnam North
Midwest City dominated Putnam North on both sides of the ball.
Oklahoma high school football: Noble defense shines in win over Southeast
The Noble football team had on Friday night one of its best defensive performances in recent memory. The Bears finished...
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters about the games they covered Friday...
Oklahoma high school football: Terrill Davis developing into a star for Choctaw
He played a big role in his team’s 26-10 win over Muskogee last week, finishing with seven catches for 158 yards and a score.
Oklahoma high school football: Pauls Valley QB Justin Humphrey possesses ‘running back mentality’
The Oklahoman’s staff has named Pauls Valley quarterback Justin Humphrey its Player of the Week.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters about the games they covered Friday...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 7
The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for the top performances by OKC-area players in Week 7 is now live.
Oklahoma high school football: Second-half rally lifts Westmoore over Norman
The Jaguars trailed by 16 points at one point in the third quarter before scoring three unanswered touchdowns.
Oklahoma high school football: Blanchard holds off Tecumseh for fourth straight win
The Class 4A eighth-ranked Lions beat Tecumseh 34-14.
Oklahoma high school cross country: Mustang’s Gabe Simonsen, Edmond Santa Fe’s Audrey Hill named COAC runners of the year
Mustang’s Gabe Simonsen and Edmond Santa Fe’s Audrey Hill were named Tuesday the Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference cross...
Oklahoma high school football: Christian Heritage Academy looks to remain perfect in district play
The Christian Heritage Academy football team is getting hot at the right time.
Oklahoma high school fastpitch softball: OSSAA announces state tournament brackets for Classes 6A-4A
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activity Association released Monday the fastpitch softball state tournament brackets for Classes...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 6
Plenty of high school football players had big performances this week with the playoffs creeping closer.Some led big comebacks...
Oklahoma high school baseball: Roff starts strong, holds on to beat Red Oak for Class B state championship
The Roff baseball team was on fire at the plate in the opening two innings of the Class B state title game against Red Oak.
Oklahoma high school baseball: Colby Maddox tosses shutout, Canute edges Fort Cobb-Broxton for Class A state title
The junior right-hander pitched a complete game and allowed just four hits.
Oklahoma high school football: Washington improves to 6-0 with win at Community Christian
Fifth-ranked Washington defeated CCS 37-8, improving to 6-0 overall and 3-0 against District 2A-3 teams.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters about the games they covered Friday...
Oklahoma high school volleyball: Christian Heritage Academy advances to Class 4A state semifinals with win over Verdigris
The Crusaders lost to Verdigris twice earlier in the season but didn’t have many issues this time around, winning the first two...
Oklahoma high school fastpitch softball: Washington routs Chisholm in Class 3A quarterfinals
The Warriors beat Chisholm 19-1 in five innings in the Class 3A quarterfinals Thursday at The Ball Fields at Firelake.
Oklahoma high school baseball: How Fort Cobb-Broxton's Jaxon Willits, an OU commit, is following in footsteps of his father
FORT COBB — Jaxon Willits has an intimate view of life as a professional baseball player. There are several perks of having a...
Oklahoma high school football midseason awards: Who is the state's Most Valuable Player?
The Oklahoman’s high school coverage team breaks down some midseason award winners, but keep in mind, this is not a prediction...
Oklahoma high school baseball: OSSAA releases fall state tournament brackets
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association announced Monday the brackets for the fall baseball state tournaments.
Oklahoma high school football: Jaden Gilliland carrying the load for Bethany
BETHANY — Jaden Gilliland hasn’t spent much time on the sideline this year. The Bethany sophomore tailback and linebacker’s...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 5
There were no shortages of great performances at the halfway point of the high school football season.The Oklahoman's Fans'...
Trae Young is back in OKC. Here's what the NBA star and former Sooner had to say.
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young hosted a youth basketball camp Saturday at Santa Fe Family Life Center in Oklahoma City. He spoke...
Oklahoma high school football: Tuttle routs Tecumseh, improves to 5-0
The Class 4A third-ranked Tigers earned their fifth straight victory Friday night, defeating Tecumseh 40-7.
Oklahoma high school football: Qwontrel Walker runs for 3 TDs, Stillwater tops Del City
Walker finished with 29 carries for 272 yards and three touchdowns, leading Class 6A-II second-ranked Stillwater to a 48-27...
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Goliath matchup lives up to billingAlthough the scoreboard wouldn't indicate it, Friday's matchup between Bixby and Carl Albert...
What's the most unique sibling rivalry in Oklahoma high school football? Meet the Wolfes of Moore and Westmoore.
MOORE — Kyle Wolfe is locked in when his son Dayton leads Westmoore’s offense. The only time the father takes a mental break...
The Oklahoman's Athletes of the Week for Sept. 24-30
Boys cross country Brendan Robeaux, Mustang: The senior placed fourth in the Class 6A race at the pre-state meet at Edmond...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Edmond Memorial boys hitting their stride
With sophomore Josh Cherry and seniors Jack Carter and Carson Kardokus leading the way, Edmond Memorial is one of the top...
Oklahoma high school football: Dorian Plumley’s return from injury brings optimism to El Reno
El Reno is a different football team with Dorian Plumley on the field.
Oklahoma high school football: Midwest City defense, Makale Smith shine in win over Lawton
Fifth-ranked Midwest City opened District 6A-II-1 play with a 34-9 victory.
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The first week of district play came with numerous big performances across the city.The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the...
Oklahoma high school football: Norman North routs Mustang in district opener
Ninth-ranked Norman North made a statement in its District 6A-I-2 opener, defeating No. 6 Mustang 42-14 at Bronco Stadium.
Oklahoma high school football: Oklahoma Christian Academy overcomes slow start, tops Hinton
Oklahoma Christian Academy had an old-school matchup Friday against Hinton.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters about the games they covered Friday...
The Oklahoman's Athletes of the Week for Sept. 17-23
Boys cross country Josh Cherry, Edmond Memorial: He earned a second-place finish in the Class 6A-5A division at the OK Runner...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Relentless drive makes Westmoore’s David Boulanger an elite runner
On Saturday, he placed first in the Class 6A-5A division at the OK Runner Classic in Norman, finishing the 5-kilometer run in...
Oklahoma high school football: Half-brothers Drae Wood, John Gordon form dynamic wide receiver duo for Bethel
Drae Wood and John Gordon have made the Bethel football team difficult to stop this season.
Oklahoma high school football: Piedmont's Caden Hendren holds just one Division-I offer. Expect that to change.
PIEDMONT — Caden Hendren’s ability to provide a spark has been crucial for the Piedmont football team this season. The senior...
Oklahoma high school football: Seth Wisby leading the way for Putnam City
Wisby has led Class 6A-I Putnam City to two straight wins, running for six touchdowns during that span. Last week, he had 18...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for Week 3
The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll for the top games by OKC-area players in Week 3 is now live.
Oklahoma high school football: Austin Mages scores 5 TDs as Perkins-Tryon dominates Chisholm
The Perkins-Tryon football team dominated Chisholm from start to finish on Friday night.
Oklahoma high school football: Mount St. Mary edges Christian Heritage Academy to remain undefeated
The Class 3A Rockets didn’t necessarily have a perfect game, but they did enough to earn a 23-21 victory and remain undefeated.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman’s high school sports reporters about the games they covered Friday...
Oklahoma high school cross country: OK Runner Classic set for Saturday in Norman
Norman will host Saturday the 15th annual OK Runner Classic.
Oklahoma high school football: Davenport brings 2-0 record into game against Alex
The Bulldogs will have one of their biggest tests of the season when they host No. 7 Alex on Friday.
Oklahoma high school football: Casmen Hill leads Chandler to strong start
The Chandler football team has started strong this year.
Oklahoma high school football: Westmoore’s Dayton Wolfe gaining momentum early in the season
Dayton Wolfe needed a few plays to get back into a groove. The Westmoore quarterback had a season-ending injury last season,...
Oklahoma high school football: Carson May scores 5 TDs, Jones routs Luther
May finished with 11 carries for 115 yards and two touchdowns. He was 14-of-24 passing for 320 yards and three scores.
Oklahoma high school football: Harrah gives coach Chris Bliek his first win while playing without 12 starters
Earlier in the week, 12 Harrah starters were forced to quarantine.
Oklahoma high school football: Ethan Mullins runs for 3 TDs as Wayne edges Lexington
Ethan Mullins came through for the Wayne football team on both sides of the ball Friday.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
Here are some highlights and observations from The Oklahoman’s high school sports reporters about the games they covered.
Varsity podcast: Road to Wantland continues
The Oklahoman's Cameron Jourdan, Nick Sardis and James D. Jackson discuss the week's latest games, big OSSAA news regarding...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Audrey Hill emerging as a star for Edmond Santa Fe
The Edmond Santa Fe sophomore won the Carl Albert Titan Invitational, the first victory of her high school cross country career.
Oklahoma high school football: Offensive playmakers make John Marshall a team to watch
John Marshall has an exciting football team this season.
Oklahoma high school football: Oklahoma Christian School's Collin Matteson 'lets his play do the talking'
EDMOND — Collin Matteson isn’t the most vocal football player at Oklahoma Christian School. The wide receiver and defensive...
Oklahoma high school football: Choctaw wide receiver, TCU commit Chase Jackson out for season with fractured patella
One of the state’s top high school wide receivers will miss the remainder of the season.
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Oklahoma high school football is in full swing, and with that comes some fantastic performances from around the city.The...
Oklahoma high school football: Dominique Dunn runs for 4 TDs, Mustang tops Yukon
Dunn took advantage of his opportunities and ran for four touchdowns, leading Mustang to a 35-21 win over its Canadian County...
Oklahoma high school football: New starting quarterback Carson Laverty leads Putnam North past Putnam City
Carson Laverty was efficient in his debut as Putnam North’s starting quarterback.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters covered games throughout the metro area. Here are some highlights and things we...
Oklahoma high school football: Piedmont dominates El Reno in 31-7 victory
Piedmont opened its season with a 31-7 home victory Friday night.
Friday Night Lights: Senior Nights move up as future remains uncertain
Seniors on the McGuinness football team lined up along the sideline and patiently waited for the stadium announcer to call out...
Varsity podcast: Football in a COVID world
The Oklahoman's Cameron Jourdan, Nick Sardis and James D. Jackson discuss Week 0 of high school football, the differences in...
The Oklahoman's Athletes of the Week for Aug. 24-Sept. 2
The Oklahoman's Athletes of the Week for Aug. 24-Sept. 2: Boys cross country Maverick Stephenson, Community Christian School:...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Piedmont’s Beckham Hartis having impressive senior season
He will be one of the main draws Friday at Carl Albert’s invitational.
Oklahoma high school football: Yukon set to host county rival Mustang
The Yukon football program will attempt to regain bragging rights in Canadian County.
Oklahoma high school football recruiting: Del City linebacker Rejhan Tatum commits to Boise State
The Del City senior linebacker announced Sunday on Twitter his commitment to Boise State.
Oklahoma high school football: Luke Tarman leads McGuinness to 20-13 win against Muskogee
Luke Tarman led McGuinness to a big home win against Muskogee on Friday night.
Oklahoma high school football: Highlights, numbers and things we learned from Zero Week
Mask up or pause game?Moore Public Schools has a simple mask policy: if you are in the stadium, you have to wear a mask at any...
Oklahoma high school football: Jones cruises to 31-7 victory against Bethany
The Jones football team had a smooth season-opening victory on Friday night.
Oklahoma high school football: Guthrie pulls away for 34-16 win against Shawnee
The Bluejays wore down Shawnee en route to a 34-16 win.
Oklahoma high school football: Friday night takeaways
The Oklahoman's high school sports reporters covered games throughout the metro area. Here are some highlights and things we...
Oklahoma high school football: The Oklahoman's preseason 2021 Super 30 rankings
No. 1: Kendal Daniels, DB, Beggs, 6-4, 198: The long and athletic Texas A&M commit is one of the nation’s top defensive...
The Oklahoman’s 2020 preseason Class 2A All-State football team
Offense Pos. — Name, school — Class — Ht. — Wt. QB — Carson May, Jones — Jr. — 6-5 — 205 RB — Noah Alexander, Eufaula — Sr. —...
Oklahoma high school football: The Oklahoman’s 2020 Class 2A preseason rankings
1. Vian (13-2): The Wolverines have unfinished business after losing in last year’s state football final. 2. Jones (10-2):...
The Oklahoman’s 2020 preseason Class 4A All-State football team
The Oklahoman’s 2020 preseason Class 4A All-State football team
Oklahoma high school football: The Oklahoman’s 2020 Class 4A preseason rankings
1. Wagoner (10-3): The Bulldogs have won at least 10 games in 10 consecutive seasons and will attempt to claim their fifth...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Piedmont boys win Field Run Festival, girls place third
The Piedmont cross country program opened its season with a statement.
Oklahoma high school football: Highlights, things we learned from second night of scrimmages
More high school football scrimmages happened across the state Friday night, with a flurry of them in the Oklahoma City metro.
Oklahoma high school football: Highlights, things we learned from first night of scrimmages
High school stadium lights kicked on for the first time Thursday night across the state as teams participated in their first...
Class 2A football Districts 5-8 previews: Coaches' polls, storylines, players and games to watch
Top storylines Will Tulsa Metro Christian continue to roll? The Patriots went 15-0 last season and won their first state title...
Class 2A football Districts 1-4 previews: Coaches' polls, storylines, players and games to watch
Will Washington get over the hump? The Warriors have lost to Tulsa Metro Christian in the quarterfinals in two consecutive...
Oklahoma high school cross country: Season outlook and 5 runners to watch
The Oklahoma high school cross country season is underway.
Class 4A football district previews: Coaches' polls, storylines, players and games to watch
Top storylines Weatherford aims for fourth title. After a 9-7 loss to Poteau in last year’s state title game, Weatherford is...
Oklahoma high school football: Moore moves forward after memorable season
MOORE — Moore had a magical 2019 football season. With quarterback Daniel Hishaw Jr. and running back Jayce Gardner making...
Oklahoma high school football: Westmoore QB Dayton Wolfe ‘taking over right where he left off’
Dayton Wolfe has looked sharp in Westmoore’s opening week of practices.
Oklahoma high school football: Joe Maytubby an intimidating player for Shawnee
With long and bushy hair that protrudes from his helmet and a 6-foot-5, 253-pound frame, the Shawnee senior is easy to notice.
Oklahoma high school football: Newcastle relying on veterans as season nears
Newcastle hasn’t won more than four games in a season since 2014, but the Racers have a solid group of veterans trying to...
Oklahoma high school football: Tuttle looks to replace last year’s stars
Coach Brad Ballard plans to use the next couple of weeks to evaluate and make critical decisions, such as naming a starting...
Oklahoma high school football: Washington preparing for new season, tough schedule
The Washington football team won’t have any easy matchups at the beginning of the season.
Oklahoma high school football: Derrick Adams eager to lead Douglass in first season as coach
In June, Oklahoma City Public Schools announced Adams had been hired to take over the Class 3A program, which has won one game...
Oklahoma high school football: Ethan Feuerborn looks to make impact in first year as Little Axe’s coach
After serving as Choctaw’s offensive line coach the past three seasons, Feuerborn was hired as Little Axe’s head coach in...
Oklahoma high school football: Millwood’s first practice has different feel
Millwood’s first practice of the season looked different than in previous years.
'Totally different': OKC Thunder adjusting to earlier game times
The NBA’s earlier game times have caused some challenges for the Thunder.
Oklahoma high school football recruiting: Beggs defensive back Kendal Daniels commits to Texas A&M
Beggs defensive back Kendal Daniels announced his commitment to Texas A&M on Saturday in the Beggs High School cafeteria.
OKC Metro Officials Association to hold meeting Monday for new and second-year football referees
The OKC Metro Officials Association will hold a meeting for new and second-year football referees at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the...
Oklahoma high school football: Oklahoma Christian Academy's new assistant coaches trying to help revamp program
EDMOND — Oklahoma Christian Academy has a different feeling within its football program this summer. Although OCA has won just...
A look at The Oklahoman's 2021 Super 30 feature series
High school sports writers Cameron Jourdan, Nick Sardis and James D. Jackson compiled this list, which is based primarily on...
Oklahoma high school football: Moore alters workout schedule after player tests positive for COVID-19
The Moore football program has suspended its workouts until Aug. 3, coach Brad Hill said in a letter to parents on Sunday.
Oklahoma high school football: Playing in All-State game ‘means everything’ to Noble’s Austin Fisher
Austin Fisher was told he wouldn’t be able to throw again after suffering a compound fracture in his elbow at age 11.
High school golf: Former OU coach Gregg Grost takes over Norman boys program
Gregg Grost has been hired as the Norman boys golf coach, Norman Public Schools announced Friday.
Oklahoma Football Coaches Association announces updated All-State rosters
The Oklahoma Football Coaches Association released Thursday updated rosters for the All-State game.
OSSAA executive director David Jackson says fall sports are still on as scheduled
Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association executive director David Jackson spoke to reporters in a Zoom meeting Thursday...
Oklahoma high school football recruiting: Southmoore’s Cameron Little commits to Arkansas
One of the nation’s top kickers and punters in the 2021 recruiting class has made his college decision.
The Oklahoman's Super 30: Arkansas commit Javion Hunt a poised and mature leader for Carl Albert
Javion Hunt is No. 6 on The Oklahoman's Super 30 list.
OU men’s golf: Norman North’s Jake Hopper commits to Sooners
The Norman North golfer announced Monday night on Twitter he has committed to OU.
All-State golf notebook: West boys and girls teams top East
The opportunity for the event taking place was in jeopardy after the Oklahoma Coaches Association canceled its All-State week...
Oklahoma high school sports: Fall coaches adjusting to coronavirus reality
Wednesday marks the unofficial start to the 2020-21 Oklahoma high school athletic calendar. Cross country, fall baseball,...
The Oklahoman’s Super 30: Del City’s Rejhan Tatum is a prized recruit thanks in part to 'freakish strength'
Rejhan Tatum has several qualities that make him a star linebacker. Speed. Anticipation. Vision. But one trait really sticks...
High school soccer: 4 Oklahoma players named United Soccer Coaches All-Americans
Two boys soccer players from the Oklahoma City metro area and two girls from the Tulsa area have been named high school...
The Oklahoman’s Super 30: Del City’s Donovan Stephens ‘the complete package’
DEL CITY — Donovan Stephens didn’t dream about playing college football when he was growing up. Although Stephens enjoyed the...
Former Broken Arrow football star DeMeco Roland commits to Texas Tech
Former Broken Arrow football standout DeMeco Roland announced Friday on Twitter he has committed to Texas Tech.
5 Oklahoma high school swimmers earn NISCA All-America honors
Five Oklahoma swimmers have earned national recognition for their performances during the 2019-20 high school season.
The Oklahoman’s Super 30: Cancer survivor Owen Ostroski of Tulsa Holland Hall has bright future
TULSA — Owen Ostroski’s life began with a scare. When Ostroski was 7 months old, his parents received dreadful news. They...
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The Oklahoman’s Super 30: Broken Arrow’s Darryan Moss looking to fulfill promise he made to father on death bed in 2017
BROKEN ARROW — Darryan Moss had one thing he needed to say. With his father, Lloyd Moss III, on his death bed in November 2017,...
Former Carl Albert football standout Reise Collier flips from UCO to Coffeyville Community College
Former Carl Albert High School football star Reise Collier announced Sunday on Twitter he will attend Coffeyville Community...
The Oklahoman’s Super 30: Southmoore’s Cameron Little one of nation’s top kicker/punter recruits
Cameron Little wasn’t sure what to expect during his first football practice at Southmoore High School.
Oklahoma high school sports: OSSAA board amends policy to address possible COVID-19 interruptions of school activities
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association board of directors voted 12-0 Thursday to amend the OSSAA's policy for...
Heritage Hall’s Daphne Matthews named 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year
Heritage Hall’s Daphne Matthews was named Thursday the 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year.
Oklahoma Football Coaches Association to host All-State game on July 25 at Oklahoma Baptist University
The Oklahoma Football Coaches Association will host the All-State game at 7 p.m. on July 25 at Oklahoma Baptist University's...
Former Oklahoma high school football coach August Deets dies at 70
Former high school football coach August Deets died of heart failure Friday in Norman. He was 70.
Former Tulsa Kelley standout Madison Tokarchik named 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Girls Soccer Player of the Year
Former Tulsa Kelley standout Madison Tokarchik is the 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Girls Soccer Player of the Year.
OKC-area high schools begin summer workouts with safety protocols
An interesting blend of music blared from the speakers inside Newcastle High School’s weight room. Michael Jackson’s “Smooth...
Former Jenks star Will Edwards named Gatorade’s Oklahoma Boys Soccer Player of the Year
Former Jenks standout Will Edwards was named Monday the Gatorade Oklahoma Boys Soccer Player of the Year for the second...
Oklahoma Baseball Coaches Association to hold All-State games at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark on July 18
The Oklahoma Baseball Coaches Association announced Friday its All-State games will be held at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark on...
Oklahoma high school sports: Heritage Hall names new coaches for volleyball, girls basketball, cross country
Heritage Hall has filled three head-coaching vacancies.
Putnam City Schools announces 2020 Athletic Hall of Fame class
Putnam City Schools announced Tuesday the 2020 inductees for the Putnam City Athletic Hall of Fame.
Former McGuinness star running back Dominic Richardson will not play for TCU
Dominic Richardson will not attend TCU in the fall.
Oklahoma City-area school districts to follow OSSAA’s proposal to resume sports, beginning June 8
Oklahoma City-area school districts will follow the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association’s proposal for restarting...
Former Putnam North football star Will Taylor leaves Missouri State
Will Taylor is leaving the Missouri State football program.
Edmond North golfer, Oklahoma State commit Jordan Wilson wins Oak Tree Junior Classic
Edmond North golfer Jordan Wilson won the Oak Tree Junior Classic on Tuesday.
Former Oklahoma high school football coach Larry McBroom takes over program in Arkansas
Larry McBroom is resuming his legendary high school football head coaching career.
Oklahoma Soccer Coaches Association announces 2020 All-State rosters
The Oklahoma Soccer Coaches Association announced Wednesday the 2020 All-State soccer rosters.
Oklahoma Coaches Association announces 2020 All-State tennis rosters
The Oklahoma Coaches Association announced Monday the 2020 All-State tennis rosters.
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Edmond North soccer player Carley Davenport was valuable leader on and off the field
Carley Davenport, Edmond North girls soccer: Davenport was on Edmond North’s varsity squad for three years and had a stellar...
OSU wrestling: Cowboy signee Konner Doucet of Comanche named state winner of Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award
Comanche senior Konner Doucet is the state winner of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award, the National Wrestling Hall...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Gabby Crampton had productive soccer career at Crossings Christian
Gabby Crampton, Crossings Christian girls soccer: Crampton was looking to end her soccer career with another productive season...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Southmoore soccer standout Jordan Morrison led by example
Jordan Morrison, Southmoore boys soccer: Morrison was a key leader for the Sabercats. A four-year team captain, he had seven...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Oklahoma State soccer signee Kylee Munson made immediate impact at Westmoore
Westmoore soccer coach Robert Williams quickly realized Kylee Munson needed to be on the field. Even as a freshman in 2017,...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Hayes Sullivan was a versatile athlete at Casady
Hayes Sullivan, Casady fastpitch softball: Sullivan was having a great season before it was canceled. In seven games, Sullivan...
High school baseball: Oklahoma State Games set for July 20-21 in Enid
The Oklahoma State Games will be held at a different venue this year.
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Washington’s Carson McMahon was poised for stellar senior track season
McMahon was one of Washington’s main leaders on the track squad.
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: McGuinness track and field star Emiline Henderson was looking to defend her state title
Emiline Henderson, McGuinness girls track and field: Henderson starred in track and field throughout her career at McGuinness....
High school football: Choctaw wide receiver Chase Jackson commits to TCU
Choctaw wide receiver Chase Jackson announced Sunday on Twitter his commitment to TCU.
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Kyler Melton left his mark on Deer Creek tennis program
EDMOND — Kyler Melton was devastated. After learning the high school tennis season was canceled because of the coronavirus...
High school football: Vian defensive lineman Solomon Wright commits to Texas Tech
Vian defensive lineman Solomon Wright announced Friday on Twitter he has committed to Texas Tech.
High school football: Altus hires Dan Cocannouer as coach
Dan Cocannouer was announced Wednesday as the new football coach at Altus.
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Putnam West's Jakob Brandenberger was dominant during shortened baseball season
Jakob Brandenberger, Putnam West baseball: The star pitcher and shortstop was thriving for Putnam West until the season was...
High school wrestling: Tuttle coach Matt Surber steps down to become principal
Matt Surber has stepped down as Tuttle’s wrestling coach.
High school cross country: Santa Fe South’s Christian Arenivar signs with Oklahoma Baptist
Santa Fe South star runner Christian Arenivar signed Tuesday with Oklahoma Baptist.
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Gunner Smith had historic athletic career at Bethel
Gunner Smith, Bethel baseball: Smith was a starting infielder for the fourth consecutive year before the season was canceled...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Golfer Emily Miller leaves Edmond North with long list of accomplishments
Emily Miller, Edmond North girls golf: Miller was looking to lead Edmond North to its third consecutive Class 6A state title...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Westmoore tennis player Ben Richmond had his sights on a state title
Ben Richmond, Westmoore boys tennis: Richmond was one of the top contenders to claim the No. 1 singles title in Class 6A before...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Lexie Davis played big role in Christian Heritage Academy basketball’s recent dominance
Lexie Davis, Christian Heritage Academy basketball: The four-year starter helped CHA advance to the state tournament in every...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Ben Lawson was a special competitor, leader for Bethany baseball
Ben Lawson, Bethany baseball: The shortstop and relief pitcher led Bethany to a 6-0 start before the season was canceled...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Dylan Howard was a veteran leader for Yukon tennis
Dylan Howard, Yukon boys tennis: Howard was in the midst of a breakout season before the coronavirus pandemic ended all high...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Mary Streller was a dual-sport star at Oklahoma Christian School
Mary Streller, Oklahoma Christian School girls tennis: Streller was looking to end her tennis career on a high note before the...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Mount St. Mary tennis player Emily Emery was aiming for big season
Emily Emery, Mount St. Mary girls tennis: Emery was primed for a solid season before the coronavirus pandemic canceled all high...
Oklahoma high school senior spotlight: Gracie Cornelius was a key leader for Mustang girls soccer
Gracie Cornelius, Mustang girls soccer: The veteran starting midfielder had lofty goals for her senior year before the...
All-City girls swimming: Shawnee's Piper McNeil begins high school career with impressive season
Piper McNeil maintained a carefree attitude throughout her first high school swimming season.
The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City girls swimming roster
First team 50 freestyle: Isabel Webb, Jr., Shawnee 100 freestyle: Gracie Shapard, So., Heritage Hall 100 butterfly: Ashley...
Meet The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City girls swimming first team
Isabel Webb, Shawnee Class: Junior Event: 50-yard freestyle The story: Webb placed fourth in the 50 freestyle at the Class 6A...
Meet The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City boys swimming first team
Caleb Gregory, Bridge Creek Class: Senior Event: 50-yard freestyle The story: Gregory capped his stellar high school career...
The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City boys swimming roster
First team 50 freestyle: Caleb Gregory, Sr., Bridge Creek 100 freestyle: Max Myers, Jr., Edmond Memorial 100 butterfly: Aiden...
All-City boys swimming: Norman North’s Daniel Wilson has come a long way since his freshman season
NORMAN — Daniel Wilson started to panic. The Norman North swimmer lost his goggles moments into his first race at the 2017...
Meet The Oklahoman's 2020 All-City wrestling first team
Cael Hughes, Stillwater Weight: 106 Class: Freshman The story: Hughes went 42-0 in his debut season. He ended the year with a...
All-City wrestling: OU commit Tate Picklo is backbone of Mustang wrestling
MUSTANG — Tate Picklo had high expectations heading into the 2019-20 wrestling season. The Mustang star was full of confidence...
High school girls soccer: Norman North's Annabella Potts finds positives in shortened senior season
Annabella Potts had an odd feeling after dropping to the ground during last year’s Class 6A soccer semifinals against Broken...
High school wrestling: OCA announces 2020 All-State rosters
The Oklahoma Coaches Association has announced its selections for the 2020 All-State wrestling teams.
High school swimming: OCA announces 2020 All-State rosters
The Oklahoma Coaches Association has announced the rosters for the annual All-State swim meet.
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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: High school basketball coaches react to postponement of state tournaments
Chuck London accepted a phone call while driving on the turnpike in a bus filled with his Fort Gibson girls basketball players....
High school basketball: Your 5-minute guide to the Class 2A state tournament
BOYS The Oklahoman’s championship picks Cameron Jourdan: Cashion. The Wildcats are tested. Behind seniors Jacob Woody, Alex...
High school basketball: Your 5-minute guide to the Class 3A state tournament
BOYS The Oklahoman’s championship picks Cameron Jourdan: Millwood. The Falcons have had some bumps, but the adversity will...
High school basketball: Your 5-minute guide to the Class 5A state tournament
Class 5A Boys The Oklahoman’s championship picks Cameron Jourdan: Del City. The Eagles have been one of the best teams in the...
High school basketball: Your 5-minute guide to the Class 6A state tournament
Boys The Oklahoman’s championship picks Cameron Jourdan: Tulsa Washington. The defending state champs will defend their crown...
High school basketball: The Oklahoman’s 2020 Class A and B All-Tournament teams
The Oklahoman’s 2020 Class A and B All-Tournament teams Here’s a look at The Oklahoman’s selections for the 2020 Classes A and...
Class 2A basketball: OSSAA sets state tournament brackets
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association announced Sunday brackets for the Class 2A boys and girls basketball state...
Class 3A basketball: OSSAA sets state tournament brackets
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association announced Sunday brackets for the Class 3A boys and girls basketball state...
Class 4A basketball: OSSAA sets state tournament brackets
The Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association announced Sunday brackets for the Class 4A boys and girls basketball state...
Class A boys basketball: Garber edges Arapaho-Butler in overtime thriller
Players on the Garber boys basketball team frantically sped around the court after Arapaho-Butler’s final shot from beyond half...
Class B girls basketball: Varnum pulls away for state semifinal win against LeFlore
Uncertainly surrounded the Varnum girls basketball team after winning last year’s Class B state championship. “We lost five...
Class B boys basketball: Duke routs Paden in state semifinals
Jameson Richardson got the ball on a fast break and slashed through the Paden defense as he entered the paint.
Class B girls basketball: Lindsey Waits hits 3-pointer as time expires, LeFlore beats Leedey in state quarterfinals
Lindsey Waits made a corner 3-pointer along the left wing as time expired to give Class B No. 5-ranked LeFlore a 53-50 victory.
Class B girls basketball: Big second half lifts Varnum over Whitesboro
YUKON – The Varnum girls basketball team came out of the locker room for the second half against Whitesboro with a new mindset.
Class B girls basketball: Lomega tops McCurtain in quarterfinals, passes Byng for most state tournament wins
The top-ranked Raiders continued their winning ways Thursday, defeating McCurtain 62-40 in the state tournament quarterfinals...
Class B girls basketball: Lookeba-Sickles edges Boise City in state quarterfinals
YUKON – Abygale Mashaney took an inbounds pass and breezed past the Boise City defense.
Class B basketball: Your 5-minute guide to the state tournament
BOYS The Oklahoman’s championship picks Cameron Jourdan: Duke. The Tigers toughened their schedule this year to prepare for the...
Class A basketball: Your 5-minute guide to the state tournament
BOYS The Oklahoman’s championship picks Cameron Jourdan: Fort Cobb-Broxton. The Mustangs have been to five straight finals and...
Class 2A girls basketball: No. 5 Dale to play No. 1 Vanoss in area finals
The Pirates take a 19-8 record into the area finals against top-ranked Vanoss. The teams will play in Ada at 6:30 p.m. Friday.
Class 4A wrestling: Tuttle looks to move forward after setting records at state tournament
The Class 4A Tigers won their 12th consecutive state tournament title Saturday at State Fair Arena.
Class 4A boys basketball: Bethany takes hot streak into area finals against Kingfisher
The No. 8-ranked Bronchos will play defending champion Kingfisher in the area finals at 8 p.m. Friday at Stillwater High School.
Class B girls basketball notebook: Whitesboro set to make first state tournament appearance in school history
The Whitesboro girls basketball team will make its first state tournament appearance in school history.
High school girls wrestling: 4 Broken Arrow girls win at state tournament
Broken Arrow had four girls win championships Saturday night during the state wrestling tournament at State Fair Arena.
Class 6A wrestling: Edmond Memorial's Cruz Aguilar wins second state title despite wrist injury
Cruz Aguilar strutted around the wrestling mat at State Fair Arena and threw up a pair of peace signs.
Class 5A wrestling: OU commit and Collinsville senior Caleb Tanner wins fourth state title
Collinsville’s Caleb Tanner wins fourth state title Caleb Tanner felt some pressure before the Class 5A state wrestling...
Class 6A wrestling: Mustang’s Picklo goes undefeated for second straight year
Mustang’s Picklo goes undefeated for second straight year Mustang junior Tate Picklo completed his second straight undefeated...
State wrestling tournament notebook: 11 Tuttle wrestlers advance to Class 4A finals
The Tuttle wrestling program’s dominance was on full display at the state tournament on Friday night.
Class 6A wrestling: Mustang sends five Broncos to state finals, trails Broken Arrow
John Wiley had a simple approach during his match against Jenks’ Thatcher Hall in the state tournament semifinals.
State wrestling tournament: Before heading to OSU, Comanche's Konner Doucet looks to cap perfect season with fourth title
COMANCHE — Konner Doucet always aspired to be an elite high school wrestler. “For as long I can remember, I wanted to be a...
High school wrestling: Five wrestlers to watch at the state tournament
The state wrestling tournament will be held Friday and Saturday at State Fair Arena. First-round matches begin at 11 a.m....
High school wrestling regionals notebook: Mustang's Tate Picklo remains undefeated
The high school wrestling regional tournaments were held Friday and Saturday throughout the state. Here are some takeaways.
Class 5A swimming: Carl Albert girls claim second consecutive state title
JENKS — Kirk Norman knew what was about to happen. The Mid-Del Public Schools swimming coach stood at the edge of the pool at...
High school swimming: Norman North’s Aiden Hayes, Daniel Wilson set Class 6A state meet records
Class 5A Heritage Hall’s Flynn wins two events Owen Flynn was nervous before the Class 5A state swim meet. “I threw up at the...
Class 6A swimming: Edmond North's Trysta Duerson making loud statements in and out of the pool
EDMOND — Trysta Duerson arrived at school this week with a new look. The Edmond North junior swimmer wanted to do something...
Six swimmers to watch at the Class 6A & 5A high school state meets
Swimmers to watch at the state meets The Class 6A and Class 5A state swim meets begin Friday in Jenks. The Class 5A...
High school boys basketball roundup: Shannon’s late layup propels Edmond North past Edmond Santa Fe
Edmond Santa Fe attempted to deny Dalante Shannon from getting the ball. Edmond North’s star junior guard caught it on the left...
High school girls basketball roundup: Bria Sanders-Woods scores 40, Putnam North beats Lawton Eisenhower 69-49
Bria Sanders-Woods stole the ball at mid-court and made her way down the floor. Just before crossing the arch, she stopped and...
High school wrestling: Broken Arrow edges Mustang for Class 6A dual state title
Class 6A Mustang fell short of winning its first dual state wrestling championship in school history. The Broncos fought back...
High school wrestling: Tuttle beats Cushing in Class 4A finals for 11th straight title
ENID — Members of the Tuttle wrestling team held up seven square signs as they posed for a photo after the dual state finals....
Dual state wrestling tournament notebook: Choctaw, Mustang, Edmond North among teams to advance
The top wrestling teams in Classes 6A-3A competed Friday at the dual state tournament in Enid. Here are some takeaways from the...
High school wrestling: Cruz Aguilar continues to shine for Edmond Memorial
EDMOND — Cruz Aguilar had a lofty goal heading into his senior year on the Edmond Memorial wrestling team. “Be the second...
High school swimming regionals notebook: Norman North, Edmond North continue to thrive
Edmond and Jenks hosted the high school swimming regionals on Friday and Saturday.
Varsity podcast: At the buzzer
The Oklahoman's Cameron Jourdan, Nick Sardis and James D. Jackson discuss the upcoming state tournaments, some news and whether...
High school basketball roundup: Norman girls overcome 42-point game from Moore’s Aaliyah Moore for 61-58 win
Kelbie Washington and Aaliyah Moore are accustomed to being together on the basketball court. They formed a friendship while...
Mustang’s Gabe Simonsen named 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year
Mustang junior Gabe Simonsen has been named the 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year.
Varsity podcast: Star performances
The Oklahoman’s Cameron Jourdan, Nick Sardis and James D. Jackson discuss some of the top performances they saw over the past...
High school basketball: Norman North girls beat top-ranked Deer Creek
The Norman North girls basketball players sported big smiles as they ran towards each other Friday night, clapping their hands...
High school girls basketball roundup: Piedmont tops El Reno in rematch of 2019 Class 5A title game
Delanie Crawford passed to Rain Peyton on the wing, as Peyton drove to the basket, Crawford took her place and received the...
High school boys basketball: Edmond Memorial routs Mustang 92-50
Nearly everything went right for the Edmond Memorial boys basketball team on Tuesday.
Win by Westmoore Junior High wrestler 'warmed our hearts'
MOORE — Cheers erupted when Eric Lee’s name was announced. The noise continued to increase as Lee rose from the bench and...
High school boys basketball: Bijan Cortes records triple-double, Kingfisher routs Dale
Bijan Cortes continues to flourish for Kingfisher.
High school girls basketball roundup: Rylee Langerman leads Christian Heritage Academy past Southwest Covenant
Rylee Langerman stole the ball and scored over a defender on the other end of the floor. On the ensuing play, she blocked the...
High school sports: The Oklahoman's Players of the Week for Jan. 23-29, 2020
BOYS BASKETBALL Brennan Burns, Bethany Brennan Burns couldn't miss. It seemed as if every shot he put up was going in the hoop....
High school girls basketball: Putnam West routs Putnam City
Jocelyn Fernandez crossed over a defender at the top of the key and made a drive toward the rim. As the help defense...
High school boys basketball: Southmoore holds on to beat Edmond Santa Fe 51-45
Steven Jackson swung a pass to J’Lynn Counter, who was wide open and ready to knock down a corner 3-pointer.
High school swimming: Edmond Memorial's Max Myers looks to make a run for state title
EDMOND — Max Myers has earned quite the reputation during his swimming career at Edmond Memorial. “Each time he gets up on the...
High school cross country: Broken Arrow’s Payton Hinkle named Gatorade Oklahoma Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year
Payton Hinkle was named Monday the 2019-20 Gatorade Oklahoma Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year.
High school girls basketball roundup: Moore tops Choctaw for John Nobles Invitational title
Peyton Andrews’ feet were set, and the junior was clearly ready to fire a 3-pointer when she received a pass from Breonest...
High school girls basketball roundup: Moore cruises past Bishop Miege
On a Moore fast break, Aaliyah Moore took the pass from Ashanti Day. She took one power dribble and scored a layup through...
High school girls basketball roundup: Norman powers past OKC Storm 75-42
To open the 2020 Titan Classic, Norman forced a turnover as Chantae Embry stole the pass and finished on the other end with a...
Boys basketball roundup: Lawton tops Millwood in overtime thriller
Laquon Williams’ corner 3-pointer from the right side of the court bounced off the rim and into a crowded group of players in...
High school girls basketball: Chantae Embry continues to excel despite move to Class 6A
NORMAN — Michael Neal was enjoying a summer visit to Texas when he decided to check the list of girls signed up to play...
High school boys basketball: Rickey Hunt leads Millwood past Oklahoma Christian School 75-62
Rickey Hunt fired one 3-pointer after another.
High school girls basketball: Millwood cruises past Oklahoma Christian School 64-19
The Millwood girls basketball team kept applying pressure.
Edmond Memorial’s Levings surpasses 1,000 career points
Edmond Memorial’s Katelyn Levings joined the 1,000-point club with a 15-point performance in the Norman North loss on Friday....
High school boys cross country: Mustang’s Gabe Simonsen finishes fifth at USATF junior cross country championships
Mustang junior Gabe Simonsen took fifth place Saturday in the 8-kilometer race at USA Track and Field’s junior cross country...
High school swimming: Norman North, Edmond North dominate at COAC meet
Norman North and Edmond North topped the 12-team field Saturday at the Central Oklahoma Athletic Conference swim meet in Edmond.
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High school girls basketball: Kelbie Washington hits two late free throws, Norman edges Edmond North 51-49
The noise was deafening in the Edmond North gym.
High school boys basketball: Strong second half helps Edmond North top Norman 62-58
Dalante Shannon approached the 3-point line and quickly bolted to the rim.
High school sports: The Oklahoman's Players of the Week for Jan. 9-15, 2020
Boys basketball Sean Pedulla, Edmond Memorial The sharpshooting junior caught fire in the championship of the 60th annual...
Littlepage-Buggs continues to dominate, Classen SAS girls beat Dale
The Classen SAS girls basketball team had a 30-point lead against Dale in the fourth quarter, but Darianna Littlepage-Buggs’...
High school boys basketball: Big second half lifts Classen SAS over Dale
Ben Patrick attempted a 3-pointer near the top of the key and quickly followed his shot.
High school girls basketball: Littlepage-Buggs continues to dominate, Classen SAS beats Dale 84-58
The Classen SAS girls basketball team had a 30-point lead against Dale in the fourth quarter, but Darianna Littlepage-Buggs’...
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High school girls basketball roundup: Putnam West beats Tulsa Union for Putnam City Invitational title
The Tulsa Union girls basketball team looked flustered.
High school girls basketball roundup: Sharonica Hartsfield hits game-winner, Putnam West beats Putnam North
Sharonica Hartsfield corralled a loose ball and streaked down the court. With the clock dwindling and Putnam West trailing by...
High school girls basketball roundup: Walker provides spark, Edmond Santa Fe tops Putnam City
Ahoneste Walker has a knack for blowing past opposing defenders. The 5-foot-4 senior point guard is never the tallest player on...
High school boys basketball: Edmond North routs Norman North 81-61
In Edmond North’s game against Norman North on Tuesday night, Dalante Shannon was the Huskies’ go-to scorer.
High school girls basketball: Edmond North pulls away for 42-33 win against Norman North
The Huskies scores nine unanswered points to open the third quarter and pulled away for a 42-33 victory at Edmond North High...
The Oklahoman’s 107th All-State football team
Here is The Oklahoman’s 107th All-State football team.
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Oklahoma All-State Football 2019: Reise Collier was key to Carl Albert's dominance
MIDWEST CITY — Reise Collier and his fellow Carl Albert football teammates had a clear goal when they began their high school...
Meet The Oklahoman’s 107th All-State football first team
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Brennan Presley, Bixby Senior wide receiver Ht./Wt.: 5-9, 170 College: Oklahoma State Presley...
The Oklahoman's 2019 Big All-City football roster
First team Offense Pos.;;Name, School;;Class;;Ht.;;Wt. QB;;Gunnar Gundy, Stillwater;;Sr.;;6-2;;196 RB;;Davontae Pickard,...
Meet The Oklahoman’s 2019 Big All-City football first team
Offense Offensive Player of the Year: Gunnar Gundy, Stillwater, senior quarterback, 6-2, 196: Gundy was efficient, completing...
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The Oklahoman’s 2019 Little All-City football roster
First team Offense Pos.: Name, School, Class, Ht., Wt. QB: Ethan Mullins, Wayne, So., 5-10, 165 RB: Lance Spaulding,...
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Meet The Oklahoman's 2019 Little All-City football first team
Offense Offensive Player of the Year: Phillip Smitherman, Heritage Hall, senior wide receiver, 6-0, 182: The Harvard commit...
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2019 Little All-City football: Sam Brandt leaves lasting legacy at Bethany
BETHANY — Sam Brandt knew he was going to make an impact as a freshman on the Bethany football team. Despite Brandt’s age and...
High school swimming notebook: Norman North’s Aiden Hayes dominates at junior championships
Norman North’s Hayes dominates at junior championships Aiden Hayes continues to prove he is one of the best swimmers in the...
High school girls basketball: Classen SAS fast out of the gate
Classen SAS begins season on high note Classen SAS has been one of the top teams in Class 4A this season. The Lady Comets...
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The Oklahoman's 107th All-State football first-team selections
The Oklahoman high school sports staff has revealed its first-team selections of the 107th All-State football team.The annual...
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OSU football: Choctaw star Jeff Roberson signs with his dream school
CHOCTAW — Jeff Roberson became a prized recruit after the 2018 football season. College coaches were mesmerized with what they...
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National Signing Day: Carl Albert's Rico Windham signs with Tulsa
Rico Windham’s high school football career was filled with success.
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High school football: Looking back on the 2019 season
It’s hard to believe the football season is finished. Over the past two weeks, nine teams added their names to the Oklahoma...
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Class 2A football: Tulsa Metro Christian beats Vian 42-34 for first state title in school history
EDMOND — Asher Link’s pump fake fooled the Vian defense. When Link decided to tuck the ball and cross the line of scrimmage,...
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High school football: Cashion QB Ben Harman finds his groove in the playoffs
CASHION — Ben Harman had a rough start to his sophomore football season. The Cashion quarterback got injured during a scrimmage...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll
The first weekend of state championships has come and gone, and along with it came plenty of spectacular performances.
High school softball: Mustang hires Lacy Darity as head coach
Lacy Darity was announced Monday as Mustang’s fastpitch softball coach.
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Class 5A football: Carl Albert beats McGuinness 30-15 for fourth straight state title
No. 1-ranked Carl Albert defeated No. 2 McGuinness 30-15 Saturday in the Class 5A state championship game at the University of...
High school football: Noah Miller ends career at Pond Creek-Hunter with Class C state title win
Noah Miller was eager for the 2019 football season to begin.
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Class A football: Cashion holds off Pawnee 34-16 in state semifinal
Lynn Shackelford was impressed with the Pawnee football team as he prepared for the Class A semifinals.
High school football: Kentrell Bizzell emerging as a star for Carl Albert
MIDWEST CITY — Kentrell Bizzell vividly remembers the Class 5A football championship game in 2016. “It was raining a little...
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High school football: Asher Link is Tulsa Metro Christian's latest star quarterback
Tulsa Metro Christian has a long list of prolific quarterbacks who have excelled in the past decade.
Class A football: Cashion meeting preseason expectations with run to state semifinal
CASHION — Cashion had high hopes at the beginning of the season. The Wildcats lost in the second round of the playoffs the past...
Vote in The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice Player of the Week poll
As the lights get brighter and games become more important, the performances continue to pick up.The Oklahoman's Fans' Choice...
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All-City girls cross country: Jones freshman Tabitha Fox is a rising star
JONES — Tabitha Fox wasn’t sure how she would fare at the Class 3A cross country state meet. The Jones freshman won the...
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The Oklahoman's 2019 All-City girls cross country teams
First team Cayden Brickman, So., Stillwater Kaitlyn Byrd, Jr., Moore Britton Russell, Jr., Edmond Santa Fe Avery Stanley,...
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Meet The Oklahoman's 2019 All-City girls cross country first team
Runner of the Year Tabitha Fox, Jones Class: Freshman The story: Fox began her high school career in style, winning several...
Class 4A football: Weatherford advances to state title game with 16-7 win over Tuttle
Sam Hoffman took a handoff and was off to the races.