Navajo’s Tilden Smith – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma
Tilden Smith has learned to embrace pressure, whether he’s standing at first base or stepping into the show ring with his heifers. The Navajo High School junior plays first base for the Indians’ varsity baseball team while juggling multiple Future Farmers of America activities, including livestock showing, livestock judging, shooting sports and public speaking. “In […]
Elk City High School’s Rhaziah Reese – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Barber Dyson Ford
Freshman sprinter Rhaziah Reese is quickly making a name for himself on the Elk City High School boys track team, but he says his motivation starts at home. The ninth-grader points to his mother, Shena, as the person who keeps him grounded and focused as he navigates his first year of high school competition. “My mom Shena, she inspires me […]
Sayre High School’s Cam Plummer – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Terry Davis Construction
Senior sprinter and jumper Cam Plummer has learned to live in the fast lane, whether he is circling the track for Sayre High School or juggling a schedule that barely leaves room to breathe. A multi-event standout for the Sayre boys track team, Plummer competes in the 400-meter relay, 800-meter relay, 1,600-meter relay and the […]
Sayre High School’s Kambryn Millar – Athlete Spotlight – Presented 2M Ranch & Puckett’s Food Store
Senior sprinter Kambryn Millar has found more than medals and fast times at Sayre High School. She has found a second family and a place where hard work, discipline and belief in herself are tested every day on the track. Millar, a 12th-grader for the Sayre girls track team, anchors a sprint group that features her […]
Sayre High School’s Kinley Hickey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Hickey Farms & Route 66 Meat
Sayre High School freshman Kinley Hickey is already making her mark on the track, but it is her attitude and work ethic that stand out just as much as her times. A multi-event runner for the Lady Eagles, she is quickly becoming a reliable presence in several events and a key piece of the team’s […]
Elk City Boys Track Team Spotlight Presented by Daniel Garbarino / State Farm
ELK CITY ELKS Coach: Andy Peffer OUTLOOK The Elk City boys track team enters the season with momentum and high expectations as head coach Andy Peffer looks for his squad to make significant strides this spring. “We are excited for our boys’ team to take a big leap this year,” Peffer said. “We have a great mixture […]
Elk City’s Kirbey Mouse – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by First National Bank
Junior Kirbey Mouse enters her final high school tennis season as Elk City’s most seasoned varsity player, ready to guide a new generation from the baseline. “I am most proud of winning tennis academic state my sophomore season,” Mouse said. That success came with lessons that reach beyond the scoreboard. “Tennis has taught me that you […]
Elk City’s Josie McConnell – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by First National Bank
Freshman singles player Josie McConnell is still new to the Elk City High School tennis program, but she is already embracing the work and mentality it takes to compete. She said tennis has reshaped how she thinks about competition and confidence. “Tennis has taught me mindset is one of your most important tools,” McConnell said. “In […]
Elk City’s Anna Price – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Great Plains Bank Elk City
Junior golfer Anna Price approaches every round at Elk City High School with a mindset built on encouragement and daily growth. “My main goal this season is to keep a positive attitude and to improve every day,” she said. The Elkettes radiate team spirit like never before. “I feel that our team morale this year is better than ever, and […]
Elk City’s Crew Keyes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Great Plains Bank Elk City
Junior middle infielder and pitcher Krew Keyes has grown up with Elk City baseball, and now he’s helping set the standard for the Elks’ next wave. He said the program’s recent postseason success still stands out as one of his favorite memories. “Going to the state tournament back-to-back,” Keyes said. Baseball, he added, has taught him […]