Crescent’s Leighton McNair – Presented by Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma

Showing Brahman heifers and commercial sheep takes time, patients and persistence. All qualities you will find in Crescent High School’s Leighton McNair. McNair first joined FFA when she was in the 8th grade. Now a sophomore and a guard on the varsity basketball team, McNair said she got involved in FFA after some encouragement from […]

USAO’S Kamryn James – Presented by USAO

Kamryn James (Cushing HS ‘22) describes herself as a proud member of the Cherokee Nation. The University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma junior also stars in the outfield for the Drovers softball team. “USAO has made me feel welcome as a Native American student because it demonstrates its commitment to diversity through theresources it […]

USAO’s Jaden Harrell – Presented by USAO

Jaden Harrell (Carl Albert High School ‘21) has led a college career most up-and-coming basketball stars dream of. Four years after guiding the Carl Albert Titans to a 5A state championship, Harrell is an exemplary student and the starting point guard at the University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma. While juggling college athletics, rigorous […]

Crescent Lady Tigers Basketball – Presented by Integris

Last season did not go as planned for the Lady Tigers, but head coach Kary Heath is optimistic and looks forward to what the team will do this season. “We bring back every player from last season’s roster,” Heath said. “And we have a huge opportunity with our challenging schedule to take a big step […]

Cimarron Trailblazers Basketball – Presented by Integris

Thanks to some new hires at Cimarron, the Trailblazers will have some new faces that will look to make an impact on the court. “We received a big boost with coach kids who moved into Cimarron,” said new boys head coach Reggie Island. “Our girls coach, Tom Butler, moved over with his sons, Avery, Drake, […]

Oklahoma Bible Academy Teacher – Samantha Cheatham

By Jay Hoberecht Samantha Cheatham is in her 32nd year of teaching!  As a veteran of the classroom, she teaches sixth grade math at Oklahoma Bible Academy.  Plus, she is the Educational Therapist for the Discovery Program, Academic Support Services Director and Varsity Cheer Coach.  Add-in 34 years of marriage to James Cheatham, four children […]

NWOK Area Underclassmen to Watch

Boys Basketball Maddux Beck – Alva Maddux is a big and strong post player. He did not see any significant playing time a year ago but had a great summer and is projected to have an impact for Alva this season.  Hayden Roberts and Price Poe – Cherokee Hayden is an outstanding guard that can […]