Cushing’s Ava Hebensperger – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Signature Loans
Under the bright Oklahoma lights, Ava Hebensperger plays with a quiet intensity that reflects more than just competition, it reflects purpose. The Cushing High School junior balances life as a two-sport athlete in softball and track, but her drive runs deeper than wins and losses. “I’m motivated because God keeps waking me up, giving me […]
Cushing’s Harli York – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Cushing Primary Care
On a cool spring afternoon, the track at Cushing High School hums with energy, and sophomore Harli York is right in the middle of it, spikes laced, pole in hand, eyes fixed on the bar ahead. Whether she’s sprinting through the 800, grinding out the 1600, or soaring in the pole vault, Harli brings a […]
Cushing’s Jordan Kersey – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Cushing Family Practice
On any given meet day, Jordan Kersey can be found bouncing between events, carrying both speed and confidence wherever he goes. A senior at Cushing High School, Jordan has built his reputation as a versatile track athlete, competing in the 4×100, 4×200, 4×400 relays, and the long jump. No matter the event, his focus is […]
Wellston’s Savanah Gaylord – Athlete Spotlight – City Glass of Stillwater Inc.
At Wellston High School, junior middle-distance standout Savanah Gaylord has become one of the Tigers’ most reliable competitors on the track and one of the program’s most grounded leaders off of it. Gaylord, a multi-event athlete, competes in the 400-meter relay, 1600-meter relay, 3200-meter relay, 400-meter run, 800-meter run and high jump for Wellston. She […]
Wellston’s Wylee Terre – Athlete Spotlight
Wellston High School senior distance runner Wylee Terrell has built his career on a simple idea: success is measured less by medals and more by the perseverance it takes to chase them. Terrell, a standout for the Wellston track program, competes in the 3,200-meter run, 3,200-meter relay, 1,600-meter run and 1,600-meter relay, embracing the grind […]
9 Questions with Jones’ Aleah Hankins – Basketball Spotlight – BancFirst Luther
Jones’ Aleah Hankins VYPE: Aleah, what grade are you in and what position do you play? Aleah Hankins: I’m a shooting guard in basketball. VYPE: What accomplishment are you most proud of as a student-athlete? AH: Being named to the All-Tournament Team at the Wheat Capital Tournament this year. VYPE: What has sports taught you […]
Chandler’s Gentry Garner – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Route 66 Bowl
Chandler High School’s Gentry Garner has built a reputation as a versatile, hardworking two-sport athlete who thrives wherever her teams need her most. She plays basketball and softball for the Lady Lions, handling guard duties on the hardwood and serving primarily as an outfielder and true utility option on the diamond. “I consider myself a […]
Jones’ Nash Pinto – Baseball Spotlight – Presented by Blue and Gold Sausage
Jones’ Nash Pinto Jones High School junior Nash Pinto has built a reputation as a versatile varsity baseball player who measures success by more than what happens between the lines. A shortstop, second baseman and pitcher for the Longhorns, Pinto said one of his proudest accomplishments so far was earning first-team all-district honors as a […]
Chandler’s Derek Perkins Jr. – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Gordon Cooper Technology Center
For Chandler High School senior Derek Perkins Jr., life is all about balance, balancing classes, athletics, and his passion for learning a trade at Gordon Cooper Technology Center in Shawnee. A driven student-athlete, Derek competes in cross country, wrestling, and track and field, but much of his excitement this year has come from the hands-on […]
Mannford’s Adley Elliott is at Home on the Court – Presented by Results Physical Therapy
For Mannford High School junior forward Adley Elliott, basketball is more than a game. It is her escape, her platform and her way to give back to the community that raised her. “My favorite part of Mannford Lady Pirates basketball is being able to escape everyday life and compete with my best friends,” Elliott said. […]