2025 Hooker Softball Preview- Presented by FNB of Hooker
With a strong core of returning players and experienced leadership, the Hooker Lady Bulldogs are looking to take a big step forward this season. Coming off a 10-15 record in 2024, head coach Aaron Ruiz enters his 14th season with high hopes for his team’s growth and success. “We returned eight girls who had significant […]
2025 Hooker Bulldogs Football Preview – Presented by FNB of Hooker
HOOKER BULLDOGS Coach: TANNER MCBEE 12-2 OFFENSE The Hooker Bulldogs enter this season with one goal in mind: bringing home the state championship trophy. After falling just short in back-to-back title games, the team is more determined than ever to finish what they started. Head coach Tanner McBee believes his squad is ready to take […]
Q&A with Hooker’s Gunnar Martens – Presented by First National Bank of Hooker
VYPE: What grade are you in and what sports do you play? Gunnar: I am a sophomore at Hooker High School. I play football, basketball, and baseball, and I run track. VYPE: What accomplishment or memory are you most proud of? Gunnar: Making the state championship game in football two years in a row VYPE: […]
Hooker’s Justin Palacios – Presented by First National Bank of Hooker
Justin Palacios had nearly pitched a no-hitter. In a recent tournament game against Laverne, the Hooker High School sophomore dominated from the mound, leading his team to a shutout win. “One kid got a hit, but it was still a shutout,” Palacios said. “We played really well.” Palacios is not just a standout in baseball. […]
Hooker’s Trace Duncan – Presented by FNB Hooker
Athletes invest a lot of time and effort so that they are at the top of their game when they compete. But along with their play comes the responsibility to represent the name on the front of your uniform. Trace Duncan says he does not take representing his school lightly. “I wouldn’t want to play […]
2025 VYPE Spring Players to Watch – Presented by Rib Crib
Comments are directly from their coaches. To add someone to this list please email [email protected]. Academic Team – Ty Martin – Broken Bow Ty always has a positive attitude. It doesn’t matter what the situation is, how bad the score is, or how many games we’ve lost, Ty is always cheerful and ready to encourage […]
Hooker’s Hunter Ray – Presented by The Stock Exchange Bank
What does it take to be successful in sports? It takes a lot more than most would think, but for Hunter Ray, he only focuses on two specific aspects. “Consistency and dedication” is what Hunter says that it takes to be great. Hunter Ray is in his junior year at Hooker High School and is […]
Hooker Lady Bulldogs Basketball – Presented by First National Bank of Hooker
Last season was a good one for the Lady Bulldogs, but they are not satisfied with just being good. They are ready to hit the court this season and play longer in the postseason. “We return all five starters from an Area Tournament team,” said head coach Austin Elliiott. “With the experience that we have […]
Hooker Bulldogs Basketball – Presented by First National Bank of Hooker
The Bulldogs are coming off of a successful season that saw them make a trip to the state tournament. Head coach Todd Kerr is looking forward to seeing his team’s growth this season. “We hope to continue to build on our successes of last season,” Kerr said. Keilan Robinson (6-2, Jr.) is a do-everything guard […]
Q&A with Hooker’s Justin Palacios – Presented by First National Bank of Hooker
VYPE: What grade are you in and what sports do you play? Justin: I am a sophomore at Hooker High School. I play baseball, basketball, football, and I run track. VYPE: What has your sport taught you that makes you a better person? Justin: Football has taught me to be patient and stay disciplined. It […]