Mangum’s Giselle Rowell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Cattlemen’s Bank
Sophomore infielder Giselle Rowell already has a signature moment in a Mangum softball uniform, but she says the game has given her far more than one big swing. “My positions are third base and second base,” Rowell said. “Hitting my first over the fence grand slam when we played against Marlow” is the accomplishment she […]
Hollis’ Matt Parker – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Cattlemen’s Bank
For the first time in more than a decade, Hollis High School basketball has topped the 20-win mark, and senior guard Matt Parker has been at the heart of the Tigers’ resurgence. A dynamic playmaker and fierce competitor, Parker has helped turn potential into progress, guiding Hollis to a Shortgrass Conference title and deep postseason […]
Altus Baseball Team Spotlight Presented by Cattlemen’s Bank
ALTUS BULLDOGS BASEBALL Coach: Brady Davis OUTLOOK “We are experienced, but inexperienced all at the same time,” said head coach Brady Davis. “We will have a good group to build and motivate to recreate a strong culture. We will be playing a good blend of seniors and juniors, with sprinklings of sophomores and freshmen. Top […]
Hollis High School’s Promise Tubbs – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Shortgrass Community Health Center
Promise Tubbs has always looked up to her mother, not just as a parent but as a living example of faith, grit and hard work. Those qualities now show up every time the Hollis High School senior steps onto the track in a Tiger uniform. A Senior at Hollis, Tubbs is a key contributor for the varsity […]
Hollis’ Wyatt Warren – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Harmon Memorial Hospital
For Hollis High School basketball, the 2025–26 season has marked a long-awaited resurgence. The Tigers have won more than 20 games for the first time in over a decade, capturing the Shortgrass Conference title and surging into the area tournament. At the core of that success stands senior forward Wyatt Warren—a quiet leader whose grit and […]
Altus Area Mom of the Month – Amanda Montgomery – Presented by Jackson County Women’s Clinic
In the small-town rhythm of Kiowa County, Amanda Montgomery’s days begin before sunrise and rarely slow until long after sunset. As the County Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency, she balances the demands of agriculture and administration with the beautiful chaos of being a sports mom to three active kids. Her oldest, Esperanza, graduated from […]
Altus Area Mom of the Month – Jill Abernathy – Presented by Jackson County Women’s Clinic
Jill Abernathy is the proud mother of two busy student-athletes who keep her life filled with energy, pride, and purpose. Her oldest son, Cade, is a 16-year-old sophomore at Altus High School. Cade plays on the Bulldog golf team, where his focus, patience, and competitive spirit truly shine. When he’s not at school or on […]
Colton Rother Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Western Oklahoma State College
For freshman baseball player Colton Rother, the transition from Cache High School to Western Oklahoma State College brought unexpected challenges and rewarding moments as he navigates his first season with the Pioneers. Rother, a business major who plays third base and occasionally first base, chose WOSC for reasons that mattered most to him: quality coaching […]
Mangum Academic Team Spotlight Presented by Jackson County Memorial Health Clinic
MANGUM TIGERS Coach: Brian Lively OUTLOOK After putting together a 15-2 record so far this season, the Mangum Academic Team continues to build momentum under head coach Brian Lively. “Currently 15-2,” Lively said. “Finished Oklahoma Great Plains Academic Conference season at 9-2; runner-up. OSSAA portion of season: 6-0, including district and regional champions.” Mangum’s success has been […]
Altus Girls Track Team Spotlight Presented by Gallagher Orthopedics
ALTUS LADY BULLDOGS Coach: Robert Garrison OUTLOOK The Altus Lady Bulldogs enter the season facing a rebuilding year, but head coach Robert Garrison believes his group will compete with determination as younger athletes step into larger roles. “This year will be a rebuilding time for our Lady Bulldogs,” Garrison said. “We will be depending on […]