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Nic Anderson says Oklahoma Sooners put through ‘toughest summer’
Coaches and players would argue that every fall camp is the most important. However, the Sooners are heading into a season with a whole new set of challenges. If they’re able to make the College Football Playoff in their first year in the SEC, Oklahoma will need to be physically prepared to handle the added number of games. After their second fall camp practice, a select group of players met with the media, and Nic Anderson was asked what the offseason was like. “(Jerry Schmidt) got after us,” Anderson said. “I feel like this was the toughest summer that we’ve had since...
Barbeque, music and fun at Ardmore festival
ARDMORE, Okla. (KTEN) — It's that time of year again: The 11th annual BBQ Showdown at Regional Park, presented by Valero and benefitting the United Way of South Central Oklahoma. Gates open Friday at 5 p.m. for Cajun Night, sticking with the original theme for the start of the...
JayRoy Is the Music Aficionado Versed in a Multifaceted Range of Talents
When it comes to being musically inclined, JayRoy is among one of the most diversified artists in the game with sensational singles like his debut, “Who Gonna.”. Throughout the industry, in the underground, among artists, the name JayRoy from Ardmore, Oklahoma holds weight when it comes to being a master of the craft, both as a producer and artist. This recognition was sparked into being when he ran his fingers along the guitar strings at the early age of 10. From that moment, it was like an epiphany that showed him the musical path meant for him to journey.
CCSO: Meth, fentanyl seized from driver with suspended license in Bristow
BRISTOW, OK (KTUL) — According to the Creek County Sheriff's Office (CCSO), deputies pulled over a man on Monday for operating a vehicle without a working headlight. The deputies learned that the driver, 47-year-old Randall Mashburn, was driving with a suspended license. CCSO said Mashburn was previously cited or...
Pet Of The Week: Luna
Our Pet of the Week is a 2-month-old puppy named Luna. She loves to cuddle, snuggle, give kisses and play for hours. She is still a puppy and loves to chew things since she's teething, so make sure she has tons of fun toys to play with. She's still learning...
Oklahoma Sooners running back named to Wuerffel Trophy watch list
Watch List season has begun in college football, and another offensive star is on award watch. On Friday, Oklahoma Sooners running back Gavin Sawchuk was named to the Wuerffel Trophy watch list. The Wuerffel Trophy is awarded to the player who best combines community service with academic and on-field success. Sawchuk, who took over midseason for the Oklahoma Sooners, closed 2023 with five straight 100-yard games. On the season, he carried the ball 120 times for 744 yards and nine touchdowns. He also caught 14 passes for 94 yards. Gavin Sawchuk » Wuerffel Trophy Watch List 🏆 https://t.co/NSVRqvHGSQ | #OUDNA pic.twitter.com/128atgNm3J — Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football) August 2, 2024 Two Oklahoma Sooners have won the award since its inception in 2005. Former Oklahoma offensive linemen Gabe Ikard (2013) and Ty Darlington (2015). Sawchuk is looking get off to a faster start in 2024 and with a healthy offseason, has a chance to have a big season for the Sooners. Contact/Follow us @SoonersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oklahoma news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow John on X @john9williams.
Upbeat for ‘24, Gundy and the Cowboys face gentler-than-most travel, and Pressley on a watchlist
Oklahoma City -- Coach Mike Gundy's Oklahoma State Cowboys are upbeat about their 2024 football season prospects. A wave of pre-season honors for players, including this week's listing of Brennan Presley on the Hornung Award "watch list," adds to the hopes and dreams of the Cowboy faithful. Bookies.com study of...
Yukon High School announces inaugural Hall of Fame class
Longtime Yukon sports editor Chuck Reherman and former YHS baseball star Joe Cooper are among nine individuals and two state championship teams chosen for induction into the inaugural Yukon High Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024. Lorie Halbert-Beckner, Darryl Andrews, Jane Clough-Deskis, Jennifer Stewart-Barrett, coach Leroy Estes and the...
Blonien, Darr in lead groups as U.S. Women’s Amateur begins Monday at Southern Hills
The two Oklahoma residents competing in the U.S. Women’s Amateur at Southern Hills Country Club will be among the first to take a shot when the competition begins Monday. Natalie Blonien of Altus will be in the first group to tee off at 7:15 a.m. on the first hole. Lucy Darr of Stillwater will tee off at the same time on hole 10. The tournament will feature 18 holes of stroke play on Monday and Tuesday with the top 64 advancing to match play beginning Wednesday and concluding with the 36-hole final on Sunday.
Starring deaf and hearing actors, OKC theater's staging of 'Cinderella' is extra magical
Talk about your heartwarming Cinderella story: As "Impossible" — or at least, as unlikely — as it may seem, Lyric Theatre's bilingual production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's fairytale musical casts a uniquely enchanting spell that adults and children alike can fall in love with. For the final title of Lyric's three-show "Summer...
Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Drops 20 points in win
Gilgeous-Alexander posted 20 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 9-13 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Canada's 88-85 win over Spain on Friday. Gilgeous-Alexander has unsurprisingly been integral to Canada's undefeated run in the group stage of the Olympics, and he's scored at least 20 points in two of his three appearances. He was particularly effective from the charity stripe Friday and drained several late free throws to help clinch the win. Gilgeous-Alexander should remain heavily involved during the knockout round.
Mayor Gives Glimpse of Olympic Event Planned for Oklahoma City
The Paris Olympics are wrapping up its first week, and there have been several historic wins for Team USA that already have people thinking about the 2028 Olympics, which are set to be hosted in Los Angeles. But Oklahoma City will be the site for for two of the competitions: softball and canoe slalom.
OBN raids grow operation, seizes more than 2k plants
PONTOTOC COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - Thousands of marijuana plants were seized by state agents in Pontotoc County on Thursday. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) raided a growing operation on County Road 3420 in Byars for cultivation without an active OBN registration. OBN MET agents seized 2,217...
Leading Morris Public Schools with Vision and Dedication
Becky Alexander, the newly appointed Superintendent of Morris Public Schools, is ready to lead the district with her deep-rooted connection to the community and extensive experience in education. Alexander shared her journey and vision for the future in an interview. “I grew up in the area and I’m a Preston...