Afton Eagles Boys Basketball – Team Spotlight – Presented by Comforting Hands Hospice
AFTON EAGLES BOYS Coach: Bryson Cottrell 23-24 Record: 11-14 OUTLOOK Things are looking up for the Eagles of Afton entering the new season. Head coach Bryson Cottrell said the team is putting in the work and the excitement is building. “We are excited for the upcoming season. The guys are looking forward to improving on […]
Grove Ridgerunners Boys and Girls Basketball Team Spotlight – Presented by The Cole Organization
GROVE RIDGERUNNERS BOYS Coach: Zach Trimble 23-24 Record: 7-17 OUTLOOK Grove head coach Zach Trimble returns for the new season with an experienced team that returns several players from last season. Coach Trimble said the team has added a few young players that he is excited to see compete this season. “The core of our […]
VOTE NOW! Grand Lake Area Fan’s Choice Miss Softball – Presented by NEO Orthopedic (Poll Ends 11/21)
With another softball season in the books, it can easily be said that the state of Oklahoma is home to some outstanding high school softball players. VYPE wants to know who you, the fans, think is the best softball player in the area. Vote for your choice from the list below. The winner of this […]
9 Questions with Jay’s Zariah Kingfisher – Presented by Eye Care of Grand Lake
VYPE: What grade are you currently in and how long have you been playing softball? Zariah Kingfisher: I’m currently in the ninth grade at Jay High School and I’ve been playing softball since I was four years old. VYPE: What position do you play and what position would you like to play? ZK: The position […]
Commerce’s Gracen Shelton – Football Spotlight – Presented by Absolute Royalty Roofing
Gracen Shelton Commerce High School Playing the position of quarterback requires a player to accept a certain level of responsibility and leadership on and off the field. Commerce High School’s Gracen Shelton embraces both as a senior. Shelton started playing football early in elementary school, but it’s not the only sport he plays at CHS. […]
Commerce Football – Team Spotlight – Presented by Absolute Royalty Roofing
Commerce Football When the Tiger started the 2024 season, head coach Logan Cawyer said the team had positions to fill after losing 12 seniors to graduation, but he was confident they had younger players who were ready to step up and play at a high level. “We have some skill kids coming back that will […]
Q&A with Vinita’s Josie Henry – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Welch State Bank
Josie Henry Vinita High School VYPE: Josie, as a member of the varsity cheer team at Vinita High School, what are your responsibilities on the mat and field and what are you working on this most? Josie Henry: I am a back-spot. I have been trying to improve on my technique and sharpness. VYPE: What have you […]
Vinita’s James Stonebarger – Football Spotlight – Presented by Welch State Bank
James Stonebarger Vinita High School By Trina Walker James Stonebarger’s dad always tells him, “Don’t love what you do, do what you love.” James takes this advice onto the field or the court where he does what he loves, play ball. This sophomore at Vinita High School is a multi-sport athlete playing football, baseball, and basketball. “Sports have taught me to work hard and that nothing is ever given but […]
Q&A with Vinita’s Lauren Fraley – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Patrick Kauffman Shelter Insurance
Lauren Fraley Vinita High School VYPE: Lauren, how is the season going for the Vinita cross country team? Lauren Fraley: This season our XC team is full of talented young girls who have the potential to be amazing runners. VYPE: What is your favorite memory while competing for VHS? LF: My favorite memory as a student-athlete for VHS […]
Vinita’s Bailey Huffman – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Patrick Kauffman Shelter Insurance
Bailey Huffman Vinita High School By Trina Walker Being selected as All-American in cheer is an accomplishment awarded to the top cheerleaders during NCA summer camps. Bailey Huffman is proud to have achieved this distinction her senior year. “If it was easy everyone would do it,” is advice that pushes Bailey to be the best cheerleader she can be for her team. Bailey has cheered on the varsity team at Vinita High […]