9 Q’s with Afton’s Brady Robinson – Presented by Comforting Hands Hospice
VYPE: When and how did you first get into playing your sport? Brady: I started playing football in second grade because all of my friends were playing. I started playing basketball and baseball in kindergarten because my parents started me as soon as possible. VYPE: What has your sport taught you that you use in your daily life? […]
Vinita’s Caydence Livingston – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Comforting Hands Hospice
By Payton Moody In the heart of Vinita, Oklahoma, one young athlete is making waves on the cross country course. Caydence Livingston, a standout runner for Vinita High School, has not only excelled in her sport but also embodies the qualities of dedication and compassion. When asked about her favorite coach, Livingston credits Vinita Head Cross Country […]
Afton’s Addisyn McElhaney – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Grove Dental Associates
by Trina Walker The excitement of the crowd and fan spirit make high school sports the heart of a community. Cheerleaders are at the center building this spirit. Addisyn McElhaney, a sophomore cheerleader at Afton High School says, “I love being one of the first people that everyone sees and thinks of when they see Afton and I love […]
9 Q’s with Grove’s Scott Cox – Presented by Mark Lee Shelter Insurance
VYPE: What teammate has left the biggest impression on you? Scott: Last year’s senior, Cooper Edwards. He is one of my closest friends and we spent all summer lifting together and working on our footwork. VYPE: You can pick any place for a summer vacation, where do you go and who do you take with you? Scott: Florida to […]
Grove’s Jennifer Hiatt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Mark Lee Shelter Insurance
Jennifer Hiatt is a 10th grader who plays softball at Grove High School. She loves playing first base but has been playing right field for Grove and really enjoying it as well. Jennifer says that softball has taught her perseverance and the importance of putting in the work the make improvements as a player and team. A teammate who […]
9 Q’s with Commerce’s Haven Ragsdale – Presented by Trench Brothers Graphics
VYPE: Who is your favorite person you follow on social media? Haven: My favorite person I follow on social media is probably MaxPreps. And also Michael Turk because he posts inspirational videos about being a Christian athlete. VYPE: What does it mean to you to represent your school and community when you play? Haven: It means a lot to […]
9 Q’s with Commerce’s Ally Schmidt – Presented by Trench Brothers Graphics
VYPE: What motivates you? Ally: My biggest motivation is making my mom proud. I am also motivated by my failures to push myself harder. VYPE: Who are some of your biggest influences or role models? Ally: My biggest influence and role model is my mom. Some others are Jayda Coleman, Grace Lyons, and Riley Boone. VYPE: What teacher has had […]
9 Q’s with Grove’s Elliot Geer – Presented by TH Rogers Lumber
VYPE: Which professional athlete do you look up to and why? Elliot: I look up to Simone Biles a lot. The discipline and dedication she puts into her sport is admirable. VYPE: Who is your favorite teacher from any grade and why? Elliot: Mrs Tharp, my chemistry teacher from junior year. She has helped me learn about so many […]
Jay’s Armando Newcomb – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by TH Rogers Lumber
By Payton Moody At Jay High School, the Bulldogs have found a rising star in Armando Newcomb, a sophomore football player whose dedication and hard work are already making ripples. As he takes his steps toward excellence on the football field, Newcomb shares insights into his journey, his goals and the valuable life lessons he’s […]
9 Q’s with Fairland’s Ella Oswald – Presented by Goodfellas Pizzeria
VYPE: What has been your favorite memory of playing? Ella: My favorite memory is from my freshman year when we played at state and I got put in to run bases. VYPE: When and how did you first get into playing your sport? Ella: I started playing softball when I was eigth years old in the Miami league. VYPE: What […]