Hooker’s Kinley McGaha – Presented by First National Bank of Hooker

Hooker High School junior Kinley McGaha’s resolve has been commended by her fastpitch coaches. “She played first as a freshman and moved to catcher last year,” Hooker head coach Aaron Ruiz said. “She is super tough and does a great job behind the plate. She had 38 hits last year and was second in batting […]

Mooreland Cross Country Spotlight

The Mooreland Bearcats cross country program is in its eighth year of competition. While there is a lot that goes into starting a new program, head coach Kendra Hoover says that her athletes have worked hard and are having a solid season. “Both the boys and girls squads are doing a great job holding their […]

Seiling’s Karis Warner – Presented by Gates Roofing

By Ariel Casida “To be an athlete, a strong mindset is key,” said Seiling High School’s Karis Warner. “You need to be positive and resilient, able to handle challenges and bounce back from setbacks. Confidence in yourself and your teammates fosters trust and unity. Being supportive and encouraging helps create a motivating environment. Embracing teamwork […]

Buffalo’s Yarely Mesta – Presented by Great Plains Bank

Buffalo High School senior Yarely Mesta is a multisport athlete, playing both softball and basketball from the Buffalo Bison. In softball, Yarely plays the position of catcher, and in basketball, Yarely plays the position of guard. A veteran of both sports, Yarely has played softball for 14 years, and basketball for 10 years. As far […]

Q&A with Enid’s Cassidy Patterson – Presented by Rib Crib

VYPE: What grade are you in and what sports do you play? Cassidy: I am a sophomore at Enid High School. I am on the pom, softball, and track teams.  VYPE: What has been the highlight moment of your career? Cassidy: A highlight moment of my career was when I got to spend my freshman […]

Woodward’s Brayan Lopez – Presented by Great Plains Bank

One of the greatest things about participation in sports is the ability to be a role model to younger kids and to teach them about the game and show them all of the reasons that they can love it. Brayan not only participates in cross country and track, but also takes time out of his life […]

Q&A with Woodward’s Madison Harmon – Presented by Randy’s Pharmacy

VYPE: What grade are you in and what sports and activities are you involved in? Madison: I am a junior at Woodward High School. I do cheerleading, powerlifting, golf, and shooting for my FFA chapter. VYPE: What has your sport taught you that makes you a better person? Madison: My sport has taught me leadership, […]

Woodward’s Alyssa Barnett – Presented by Randy’s Pharmacy

What’s the best part of Cheer? For Alyssa Barnett, it’s the excitement, energy, and anticipation of the Friday night lights. She says it’s a lot of things: the roar of the crowd, the smell of the turf, and the fall chill in the air, looking up in the crowd and seeing the smiling faces, getting […]