Q&A with Altus’ Breyden Ball – Wrestling Spotlight – Presented by Chad Lee, State Farm
VYPE: What grade are you in, and what sports do you play? Breyden: I am a senior at Altus High School, where I wrestle. VYPE: What has your sport taught you that makes you a better person? Breyden: What my sport has taught me the most is discipline, hard work pays off, leadership, and never […]
Clinton’s Rylee Chagollia – Athlete Spotlight -Presented by Great Plains Orthopedics
“A blessing in disguise” is the way that Clinton girls’ basketball coach Eugene Jefferson II describes the arrival of senior Rylee Chagollia for the upcoming season. “She’s a natural point guard who is an excellent ball handler with a good basketball IQ. She’s showing signs of being a good leader on and off the court […]
Altus Boys Wrestling – Presented by Bar S Foods
The Altus Bulldogs enter this wrestling season with experience, depth, and determination. Under the guidance of head coach Keilan Torres, the Bulldogs are bringing back a strong group of veterans, including eight seniors, along with a talented crop of underclassmen ready to make their mark. Torres said the mix of leadership and youthful energy gives […]
Altus’ Hadley Wallace – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Quartz Mountain Chiropractic
For Hadley Wallace, every game, every practice, and every competition is an opportunity to push herself to the next level. Bursting with energy and determination, Hadley has quickly made her mark as a standout multi-sport athlete at Altus High School, competing in basketball, softball, and rodeo. Whether she’s sinking a clutch shot as a shooting […]
Elk City Mom of the Month: Heather Dixon – Presented by Moxy Realty – Amy Robbins
“Parental involvement is good for the parents, good for the kids, and good for the school.” Those are the words of Elk City mom Heather Dixon-this month’s VYPE Mom of the Month. Heather recently completed her first fund raising effort for her multi-sport son, Kingston’s Elk City basketball team. “I got included in a text […]
Mangum’s Mason Mitchell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by JCMH Family Care Clinic
At just a sophomore, Mason Mitchell has already made his mark as one of Mangum High School’s most dedicated athletes. Competing in wrestling, football, and track, Mason brings an unmatched level of drive and commitment to everything he does. For him, sports are more than just competition; they’re an opportunity to represent his town, his […]
Frederick Teacher – Brandon Gibson – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital
Brandon Gibson, a dedicated educator at Frederick High School, has spent the last seven years helping students explore the world through the lens of history, geography, and culture. Teaching grades nine through twelfth, he brings both passion and empathy to every lesson, creating an environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and […]
Elk City’s Lou Wyatt – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by P&M Auto Service
It’s a quick change of seasons for Elk City senior Lou Wyatt. A catcher on the Lady Elks fast pitch team that recently completed their second straight trip to the state tournament, Lou will have a month or so to change gears and get ready to perform on the hardwoods for new basketball coach Mason […]
Altus Teacher – Adam Pool – Teacher Spotlight – Presented by Jackson County Memorial Hospital
Music has always been more than just a subject for Adam Pool; it’s a lifelong calling. Now in his first year with Altus Public Schools, Pool serves as the Director of Bands and Fine Arts, teaching students in grades six through twelve. Though new to the district, he brings with him nearly two decades of […]
Altus’ Ali Waites – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Jackson County Orthopaedics
Altus freshman Ali Waites may be new to high school sports, but she’s already making a name for herself with her talent, determination, and positive attitude. A dual-sport athlete in volleyball and basketball, Ali thrives on the daily challenge of improving her skills and pushing herself to get better.“I’m motivated by the challenge to get […]