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OSU Star Running Back Arrested, Accused Of DUI; How It Could Affect Incoming Season
There are a lot of questions surrounding the arrest of Oklahoma State star running back Ollie Gordon II. He's accused of speeding and driving drunk. OHP says he was driving 17 miles over the speed limit and swerving through traffic outside of Oklahoma City. Troopers say they also found half...
Thunder Stadium project progressing quickly
I drove by the new Thunder Stadium project on Sunday evening, June 30, and was pleasantly surprised by the progress since I’d last seen it at the public tour on June 10. A representative from Hutton Construction was on-site, despite the day and time. He gave me an update as to how things are progressing.
LA28 announces updated venue plan, includes OKC
Today, the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games proposed the first series of updates to its venue plan that will stage some of the most popular Olympic and Paralympic sports in world-class arenas and stadiums, creating the ideal experience for athletes and fans. While Southern California has more professional and collegiate...
Former OU softball star Haley Lee, now with OKC Spark, embracing life as a pro
It’s only been a little more than a year since Haley Lee ended her college softball career as a national champion at OU. After spending her first four seasons at Texas A&M, Lee arrived in Norman and became one of the Sooners’ top offensive stars and was named to the All-Big 12 First Team. ...
Jett Lawrence Shoulder: "For how slow it’s taken to heal, we might get an MRI or something."
After Jett Lawrence won the Thunder Valley National the weekend after a big crash at Hangtown, it appeared he was well on his way to recovering back to 100 percent. But one part of his list of injuries from then, his shoulder, has actually not gotten much better since then.
Former OU softball star Tiare Jennings joins OKC Spark
OKC Spark adds former OU softball star Tiare Jennings. Former OU softball star Tiare Jennings signed with the Oklahoma City Spark for the remainder of the 2024 season, the organization announced Monday. A four-time Women's College World Series champion with the Sooners, Jennings will debut Tuesday against Chattanooga. A star...
Live updates: OU marks transition to SEC with day-long festivities
This story will be updated throughout Monday as Oklahoma makes its official transition to the Southeastern Conference. Oklahoma is officially a member of the SEC. The University of Oklahoma and OU Athletics released a series of events scheduled to take place on July 1 in Norman and various events in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
Preston’s Kia Prepared for Annual Independence Day Spectacular at Thunder Road
Both Montpelier’s Preston’s Kia and Thunder Road officials are excitedly anticipating Thursday’s Independence Day showdown this Thursday, July 4 to celebrate the 248th birthday of these United States with the help of Northstar Fireworks set to provide Central Vermont’s Largest Fireworks Display! Race teams and fans alike are also looking forward to the Preston’s Kia Independence Day Spectacular with good, hardnosed racing on tap alongside the Fourth of July festivities!
Tiare Jennings signs with the Oklahoma City Spark
The Oklahoma City Spark added another Sooner superstar to their lineup. Already boasting a squad that features former OU greats Keilani Ricketts, Jocelyn Alo, Alex Storako, Haley Lee, Jayda Coleman, Kinzie Hansen, Rylie Boone, and Alynah Torres, the Spark have added one of the best to ever play the game, Tiare Jennings.
Adirondack’s Mead receives 2023-24 Blake Cullen Award
The ECHL announced today that Adirondack Thunder President Jeff Mead is the 2023-24 recipient of the ECHL Executive of the Year Award. The award, which is determined in voting by the ECHL Board of Governors, is presented annually to the top executive in the League. In January, the award was renamed in honor of Blake Cullen, who, who was inducted into the ECHL Hall of Fame in 2009. Cullen founded the Hampton Roads Admirals in 1989, and owned the team for seven seasons through 1995-96.
Angel Hamilton Leads SNU Cheer and STUNT Program to Victory with Strong Ethos
Angela Hamilton has transitioned into a full-time coaching role at Southern Nazarene University, leading both the cheer and STUNT programs with fresh enthusiasm and extensive knowledge. Hamilton joined SNU as an assistant cheer coach in July 2022. Under her leadership, SNU's STUNT program started with 18 new athletes and achieved...
Jones lands offer from Emporia State
Emporia State is after another Yukon High School prospect. Wide receiver Lucas Jones is the latest Miller to be offered a scholarship by ESU, the Class of 2025 prospect reported the offer June 24 on his X account, formerly Twitter. “It means a lot and feels really good,” Jones told...
UCO to improve female athletics equality after court-approved Title IX settlement
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — A federal court approved a class action settlement on Monday that requires the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) to provide female student-athletes with equal treatment and opportunities. The settlement also requires the university to hire an outside expert to conduct a review of its intercollegiate...
Celebrate Independence Day All Weekend Long with OKC Baseball Club; Team Remains Home Through July 14
OKLAHOMA CITY – Join the Oklahoma City Baseball Club to celebrate Independence Day weekend at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark as the team opens a three-game home series against the Las Vegas Aviators at 7:05 p.m. Thursday, as well as a nine-game homestand that will lead the team into the Pacific Coast League All-Star Break.
Tatum, Rennie are 2024 Oklahoma Golf Hall of Fame scholarship recipients
The job of the Oklahoma Golf Hall of Fame scholarship committee never gets easier. Every year the committee is overwhelmed by the quality of applicants applying for the two $5,000 scholarships it awards annually. This year was no different as there were outstanding applicants from throughout the state. Which should...
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