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Large turnout expected for 2nd annual Clay Tarter Memorial Invitational
With six weeks still to go, excitement is building as the 2nd Annual Clay Tarter Memorial Invitational. Races are set for Friday, September 6th, at Cottonwood Flats, where around 750 young runners will take to the course in what promises to be an unforgettable event. The event has already grown...
Thunder Thursday: New Thunder Girls And O'City Crew Dance Team
The Oklahoma City Thunder has new Thunder Girls and O'City Crew dance team members. The members for both teams were recently selected and started orientation on Thursday. OKC Thunder Performance Teams Manager Cristhian Guzman says members must try each year to be on the team. "No matter if they have...
Yukon’s Bedell was respected, adored by all
First Baptist Church in downtown Yukon was filled to capacity Thursday for funeral services to honor the life of legendary YHS track and football coach Clay Bedell. Though the much-loved and revered coach is gone, his spirit and legacy will not soon fade, that much is clear. “Bubba,” as he was affectionately referred to, will be remembered by one and all as a man with a deep passion for coaching and mentoring youth, unmatched dedication to the athletes he trained and endless love for his family.
Jaylin Williams hosts first Jaylin Williams Youth Basketball Camp in Fort Smith
FORT SMITH, A.R. (KNWA/KFTA) – Former Arkansas Razorback and current Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Jaylin Williams hosted his first ever Jaylin Williams youth basketball camp Friday morning in Fort Smith. Williams, who is graduate of Northside High School, spend the morning session with kids who ranged from six...
Mussatto: Imagine an All-Bedlam Team USA softball roster for 2028 Summer Olympics
Breakdancing, skateboarding and sport climbing are among the events at the 2024 Paris Games, but notably absent is a sport near and dear to our hearts: softball. Neither softball nor baseball will be played in these Summer Olympics, but the countdown is already on for 2028, when Oklahoma City will host Olympic softball...
Yukon girl will be honored at ‘Home Run for Life’ event
Kenna Lawson may only be six years old, but she’s become a regular at INTEGRIS Health Children’s in Oklahoma City. At just four months old, the Yukon girl was diagnosed with Angelman syndrome, a rare neurological condition. She is missing a gene on her 15th chromosome, which causes...
Edmond Santa Fe volleyball team wins AVCA academic award
The Wolves are one of four Oklahoma high schools to earn the annual award. The Edmond Santa Fe volleyball team was honored with the 2024 American Volleyball Coaches Association Academic Award, it was announced Wednesday. Due to their exceptional work in the classroom during the 2023-2024 academic year, the Wolves’...
UCO announces 2024 Athletics Hall of Fame class
Central adds to its prestigious Hall of Fame with six individuals and two historic teams. The University of Central Oklahoma Athletics Hall of Fame added six individuals and two national championship teams to its Class of 2024. UCO’s Hall of Fame induction class will honor individuals across five sports and...
From Rivals To Teammates: The River Bowl Classic Unites OKC Alumni On The Water
In high school, they were fierce rivals on the field and the court, but today the competition is called The River Bowl Classic, it’s a little friendlier and on the water. “I played competition football against all these schools, so I was like, let’s bring the competition back,” said Northeast graduate Richard Jones.
Economist Reacts To Olympic Events Coming To Oklahoma City
As the world prepares for the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, Oklahomans are anticipating their own Olympic future in 2028. Officials announced in June that Oklahoma City would host the Canoe Slalom and Softball events during LA28. Economist Steve Agee said basic economic principles have made the practice of spreading events to other cities more widely accepted.
Oklahoma coffee shop duo make a NASCAR pit stop to remember
A local NASCAR enthusiast can recite the career highlights of his favorite stock car driver as easily as he can share what's on the menu at the Oklahoma City coffee shop where he is a valued employee. That's why Oklahoma-based nonprofit Not Your Average Joe sent Brendon, 33, to a recent NASCAR Cup...
Oklahoma high school football: Putnam City defensive back Mykel Ford commits to Nevada
Putnam City senior defensive back Mykel Ford announced his commitment to Nevada on Wednesday. He chose the Wolf Pack after receiving Division I offers from Kent State and South Dakota. Ford, a 6-foot, 160-pound senior, is a recent addition to Putnam City after moving from Putnam City West over the summer. He joins a Pirates defense that already hosts talent defensively, with defensive back Elijah Asberry and recent Tulsa commit Brayden Knox. ...
Christi Erbar named Lady Jays assistant softball coach
Guthrie High School is excited to introduce Christi Erbar as the new assistant coach for the softball team, bringing a wealth of experience and accolades to the program. This marks Erbar’s fourth year teaching reading at Guthrie Junior High and her first year coaching softball at the high school. “I am so thrilled to be given an opportunity to assist my fellow coaches in taking the program to amazing heights and to help produce intelligent, confident, and strong young ladies,” Erbar shared.
Tennis Squad Earns Several Academic Awards
TEMPE, Ariz. – Central Oklahoma was well represented on the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) season-ending Academic Awards announced this week. The Bronchos had six student-athletes earn ITA Scholar Athlete honors, with the program nabbing an ITA All-Academic Team award as well. Student-athletes needed to carry at least a 3.5 grade point average. Teams with a combined 3.2 GPA earned All-Academic Team awards. Blythe Buntrock, Manon Hallemans, Pete Komada, Anika Ouwejan, Karyna Yurchenko, and Nefeli Zafeiri were each named ITA Scholar Athletes for their work in the classroom. "We are proud of them for their work in the classroom," UCO head...
Hibbing bats come alive vs. Thunder Bay
CLOQUET—There’s something about Thunder Bay that brings out the best in Hibbing bats. At the Ely Mid-Summer Classic, Post 222 scored 26 runs against the Lakers, and that offensive barrage continued at the Eighth District Substate Tournament Wednesday at Mettner Field. Hibbing pounded out 14 hits and even though Thunder Bay didn’t go down quietly, Post 222 earned a 15-9 victory in the first-round playoff game. ...
Sands, Hughes advance to match play at U.S. Junior Amateur
Junior standouts Parker Sands of Edmond and Chase Hughes of Oklahoma City have advanced to match play in the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at Oakland Hills Country Club. Among the 64 players who advanced to match play, Sands finished tied for 12th with rounds of 70-69 on the Oakland Hills South and North courses. Hughes finished tied for 32nd at 2-over after rounds of 74-68.
Karrah Dean named GHS assistant softball coach
Guthrie High School is excited to announce the addition of Karrah Dean as the new assistant coach for the Lady Jays softball program, joining Kara Tarrant’s staff in her inaugural season as head coach. Dean, a Guthrie alumna, brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the community.
3x Olympian loves flyover life
Three-time Olympian Bryan Volpenhein has lived all over the country, but the rowing coach ultimately chose Oklahoma as his home. Currently, Volpenhein lives in Norman, Oklahoma and is coaching the next generation of Team USA at RIVERSPORT’s OKC National High Performance Center, which is an official US Olympic & Paralympic Training Site.
Central Heights' Ellis drives in run; Rainiers with 4th straight
OKLAHOMA CITY (KTRE) - Former Central Heights Blue Devil Duke Ellis went 2-4 at the plate as Tacoma beat Oklahoma City 10-4 on Tuesday night. Ellis started in center field and batted second. In the third inning, Ellis reached base following a walk. He would advance to third base before...
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