Miami’s Lane Walther – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Vance Auto Group
Miami’s Lane Walther By Bryce McKinnis Basketball, Miami High School sophomore Lane Walther said, is “unlike any other sport.” “The things I love about basketball is that it requires me to compete at the highest levels of competition and athleticism,” Walther said. “It requires elite speed and agility.” A natural competitor, Walther was introduced to […]
Vinita’s Ty Purcell – Wrestling Spotlight
Vinita’s Ty Purcell By Mike Moguin The first year he ever wrestled is one season upcoming freshman Ty Purcell of Vinita is proud of. “I went undefeated and won Novice State Championship,” said Purcell, who is also known by the nickname “TyTy” by his teammates. “Another one was when I won third place at Junior […]
Vinita’s Zaden Nowlin – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Sam’s Tire Shop
Vinita’s Zaden Nowlin By Elizabeth Contreras For senior Zaden Nowlin, basketball became a part of life more than a decade ago through a common interest between father and son. From the early days of dribbling in the driveway, basketball has positively impacted his character and his approach to life. Now wrapping up his final season […]
Vinita Lady Hornets – Wrestling Preview – Presented by Welch State Bank
GIRLS Coach: DYLAN ENYART OUTLOOK Every program embracing girls wrestling has experience the growing pains of getting a program off the ground. Vinita HS has coach Dylan Enyart to help with that process and the response has been excellent. “Vinita’s girls team although new, is growing and ready to compete this winter,” coach Enyart said. […]
Vinita Hornets – Wrestling Preview – Presented by Welch State Bank
VINITA WRESTLING BOYS Coach: DANNY HICKS OUTLOOK There is optimism surrounding the Vinita wrestling program as coach Danny Hicks is preparing his team for the long, grueling season on the mat. “The Hornets swarm into the 2025-26 season with a roster full of young talent. The Hornets will be led by senior, Luke Prince a […]
Fairland’s Max Stephens – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Nichols-Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services
Fairland’s Max Stephens By Elizabeth Contreras For the first time in a century, Fairland boys basketball punched its ticket to the state tournament, a milestone that brought chills, pride and an unforgettable sense of accomplishment to the entire community. Among the athletes who helped make history is Max Stephens, a key contributor known for his […]
Fairland’s Fallon Kinsey – Basketball Spotlight
Fairland’s Fallon Kinsey As the new basketball season arrives, players like Fairland High School’s Fallon Kinsey has worked all summer putting up shots and working on her game. Only a freshman, Kinsey plays the position of point guard and is expected to come in and help the Lady Owls. Kinsey said she loves being part […]
Q&A with Jay’s Peyton Stump – Cheer Spotlight – Presented by Goodfella’s Pizzeria
9Qs with Jay’s Peyton Stump VYPE: Peyton, what is your job on the cheer squad at JHS? Peyton Stump: I’m a flyer. My job is to stay tight in the air and to get the crowd pumped up throughout the game! VYPE: What grade did you start cheering and what grade are you in now? […]
Bartlesville’s Joshua Vashus – Wrestling Spotlight – Presented by Honey’s Flowers
Bartlesville’s Joshua Vashus By Elizabeth Contreras For Joshua Vashus, a sophomore at Bartlesville High School, wrestling began as a pursuit of medals. “I didn’t want to go to tournaments at first,” Vashus recalled. “But kids in my old club started coming back with medals and trophies, and that made me want to start going.” He […]
9 Questions with Bartlesville’s Travis Lief – Swim Spotlight – Presented by Matt Spence – State Farm Agent
9Qs with Bartlesville’s Travis Lief By Elizabeth Contreras VYPE: What grade are you in and how long have you been swimming? Travis Lief: I am a senior in this year. I have been swimming competitively for 10 years for Bartlesville Splash Club and four years for Bartlesville High School. I started swimming lessons when I was three […]