Salina’s Parker Ballard – Coach Spotlight – Presented by Hooker’s Sports Grill
By Elizabeth Contreras Salina High School girls’ basketball coach Parker Ballard believes the most impactful lessons are often taught with a basketball in hand. For him, basketball is a vessel by which character, discipline, and faith are instilled into the athletes he leads. At Salina, his mission is to prepare his players not only to compete, […]
Locust Grove Sisters Claire & Cambree Hooker – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Pirates Git-N-Split
Locust Grove Sisters Claire & Cambree Hooker For Locust Grove senior Claire Hooker and sophomore Cambree Hooker, basketball has always been part of who they are. “I started in 2nd grade,” Claire said. “I started in 1st grade,” Cambree added. “Our family is a big sports family and loves basketball. We just always wanted to play.” […]
Locust Grove’s Tiffany Applegate – Cheer Coach Spotlight – Presented by Red Crown Credit Union, Locust Grove
Locust Grove Cheer By Bryce McKinnis Seasoned coaches like Locust Grove High School cheer Tiffany Applegate cheer coach know what it takes to build a great squad. “I think it takes love for the sport and love for the athletes,” Applegate said. “I try to get to know my girls and they know I […]
Mayes County Mom of the Month – Salina’s Sherry Wilkins – Presented by Red Crown Credit Union, Pryor
Mayes County Mom of the Month – Salina’s Sherry Wilkins By Elizabeth Contreras Annalea has loved cheerleading since elementary school, cheering for her beloved Salina Wildcats all the way from youth football to high school. Her passion for the sport quickly became a family affair, and her mom, Sherry Wilkins, has eagerly joined her journey […]