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Looking back: On Aug. 25, 1961, a jet fighter crashed into a Midwest City neighborhood
A midafternoon with fair skies turned into horror for a Midwest City neighborhood on Aug. 25, 1961, when a fully fueled jet fighter crashed and exploded on the doorsteps of several homes. The pilot of an F-100 jet had ejected safely, but the inferno that burned on the ground engulfed at least eight...
Temple Owls quarterback Forrest Brock game week preview
Forrest Brock, a redshirt junior quarterback for Temple, has a unique sense of humor when it comes to the competitive nature of football. Recently, he revealed to reporters that the initial snaps of Friday's scrimmage were decided by a game of Rock, Paper, Scissors. Despite this lighthearted approach, Brock is fully aware of the seriousness of his situation. He knows he has a legitimate opportunity to start in Temple's season opener against the Oklahoma Sooners on August 30 in Norman, Oklahoma.
The path to OU: Michael Fasusi looks back on timeline that led to the Sooners
The biggest addition of the 2025 recruiting cycle for Oklahoma was secured this week as five-star Michael Fasusi revealed his pledge. The Sooners landed their kingpin of the class, a highly ranked prospect with an incredibly high ceiling at a premium position. But how did we get here? Fasusi took...
OU football: What to know about Oklahoma Sooners' 2024 schedule, roster & more
Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 Oklahoma Sooners football team, all in one nice convenient place. The Sooners are entering Year 3 of the Brent Venables era in Norman, and they're entering a new league as well — bouncing from the Big 12 to join the Southeastern Conference. MORE: Buy tickets to Oklahoma...
Two candidates vie in runoff election for Rep. Rhonda Baker's seat
Mike Kelley and Ron Lynch run are in the primary runoff election to fill the seat of outgoing state Rep. Rhonda Baker, a Republican from Yukon. Lynch said the ranking of Oklahoma’s schools overall was disappointing, adding, “Our school system is a trainwreck.” He said he wants students to be taught better so...
OKC Council being asked to approve name change, rebranding for Will Rogers World Airport
Oklahoma City’s largest airport is getting a name change as it continues to see record-setting embarkments and prepares to add international flight connections. The name change, awaiting final approval Tuesday by the Oklahoma City Council, changes the airport from Will Rogers World Airport, a name established in the 1960s, to OKC Will Rogers...
Pawhuska, Dewey Do Battle in Pioneer Woman Classic
The Pawhuska Huskies were hosting the Pioneer Woman Classic last night. Rejoice Christian, Sperry and Dewey all made it to Ormond-Beach Memorial Stadium for a final tuneup before Week Zero gets underway next week. While each team faced off against eachother, it was Pawhuska and Dewey doing battle in the...
Bruins Tie in Scrimmage Against Bishop Kelley
The Bartlesville Bruins were getting some scrimmage action last night, as they were hosting Bishop Kelley. That game ended in a 7-7 tie. Bartlesville had a chance to win it with less than a minute remaining, but threw an interception in the endzone. The lone scoring drive for Bartlesville came...
Friday Night Notes: Oklahoma, Texas land 5-star talents from Lone Star State
USA TODAY High School Sports‘ Friday Night Notes is a weekly high school football recruiting recap that looks at the latest news from around the country—from the Class of 2025 to ’26 and beyond. It was a big week on the recruiting front as several more of...
Thunder Big Man “Hurt” After Shocking Offseason Trade
The Oklahoma City Thunder shocked the NBA world by earning the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference last season. En route to a 57-25 record, their best since the 2013-14 season, the Thunder were led by MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Coach of the Year Mark Daigneault. Ultimately, the team lost to the Dallas Mavericks in the second round. However, it is clear the Thunder are destined for greatness. And after their offseason moves this summer, the Thunder likely have further solidified themselves as title contenders. Most notably, the team traded Josh Giddey to the Chicago Bulls for defensive ace Alex Caruso. While Caruso is an excellent acquisition for the Thunder, some within the organization were upset about moving on from Giddey. Most notably, Thunder big man Chet Holmgren recently spoke about being “hurt” after the trade.
Tulsa to Host McNeese on Sunday
TULSA, Okla. — The Tulsa women's soccer team (1-1-1) is set to host the McNeese Cowgirls (1-2) in the second home game of the season and fourth contest of the year. Kickoff is slated for 1:30 p.m. at the Hurricane Soccer Stadium. Fans unable to attend the action in...
Jackson Arnold's high school coach gives insight into Sooners' new quarterback
DENTON, Texas — The University of Oklahoma has a long list of legacy quarterbacks winning the Heisman Trophy. There's a spot in OU's trophy room ready for the Sooners' next Heisman winner, possibly for the next quarterback. Jackson Arnold is set to take over Oklahoma's offense in 2024 after...
‘From the classroom to the courtroom’: Former Norman teacher’s battle over banned books isn’t over
But Boismier said the fight isn’t over yet. “I see this as a much larger fight beyond just me versus [State Superintendent Ryan Walters] or me versus [the State Board of Education], kind of situation,” Boismier said. “So what our next steps would be, essentially, is to move this fight from the classroom to the courtroom.”
Welcome to the SEC: What OU fans can expect from new road trips in new conference
After winning several conference championships in the Big 12, the University of Oklahoma football team is venturing into new territory as they enter the SEC. The season marks their first in the new conference. On top of the team getting its introduction to what the SEC is all about, OU fans will have new road trips and fanbases to experience.
Who is OU's new offensive coordinator Seth Littrell?
NORMAN, Okla. — Seth Littrell was a member of the University of Oklahoma football team's 2000 national championship squad. Now, he's back in the crimson and cream as the Sooners' new offensive coordinator. Littrell's family has a lot of ties to the OU football team's trophy room. On top...
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