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Potawatomi Fire’s DeShawn Munson sets single-game record for rebounds as the Fire cruised to its second win of the season, beating the Rockwall 7ers, 130-96. Photo by The Potawatomi Fire/Landon Kidney

Potawatomi Fire’s DeShawn Munson sets single-game record for rebounds as the Fire cruised to its second win of the season, beating the Rockwall 7ers, 130-96. Photo by The Potawatomi Fire/Landon Kidney

Potawatomi Fire Opens Season With Two Wins

Justin Wollard
Thursday, March 9, 2023
SHREVEPORT, LA, – On the ‘official’ opening night for the 2023 TBL season, the Potawatomi Fire delivered a resounding statement to the defending TBL champions and the rest of the league, with a 128-89 road domination of the Shreveport Mavericks.

Bethel Lady Wildcats Win Regionals

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Bethel traveled to Prague to begin Regional play Thursday, Feb. 23, and finished their season Friday in Kellyville. Friday, the Wildcats took on host Prague. It was a tie game by the end of the first quarter, 16-16.
Tecumseh senior Kenzli Warden shoots from under the basket during the Class 4A Regional game against Tuttle, at Crossings Christian on Feb. 25. The Lady Savages lost to Tuttle, 19-40, but in their first Regional game, Feb. 23, they won with Broken Bow, 59-26. They advance to Area play today (March 2) in Henryetta. Photo provided by Kenetta Lisenbee.

Tecumseh senior Kenzli Warden shoots from under the basket during the Class 4A Regional game against Tuttle, at Crossings Christian on Feb. 25. The Lady Savages lost to Tuttle, 19-40, but in their first Regional game, Feb. 23, they won with Broken Bow, 59-26. They advance to Area play today (March 2) in Henryetta. Photo provided by Kenetta Lisenbee.

Lady Savages Begin Area Play Tonight In Henryetta

Danny Chambers
Thursday, March 2, 2023
The Lady Savage round ballers advanced to the Area Tournament and are still in the hunt for a spot in the State Tournament next week and will try to take care of business starting today (Thursday) in Henryetta.
Dale’s Karsen Griggs wrestles the rebound free from a cashion player during the finals of the Regional Tournament at Dale Saturday, Feb. 25. The Lady Pirates won 54-34. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Dale’s Karsen Griggs wrestles the rebound free from a cashion player during the finals of the Regional Tournament at Dale Saturday, Feb. 25. The Lady Pirates won 54-34. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Lady Pirates Cruise Through Regionals

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, March 2, 2023
After cruising through Regionals, both Dale teams will travel to Cleveland Friday night to begin Area play. The Dale Lady Pirates had a slow start against the Wewoka Lady Tigers Thursday, Feb. 23. Dale finished the first quarter with a two-point lead (14-2).
Tecumseh’s Vivian Hayes sizes up her opponent from McLoud at the State Wrestling finals on Feb. 25. Photo provided by Kenetta Lisenbee.

Tecumseh’s Vivian Hayes sizes up her opponent from McLoud at the State Wrestling finals on Feb. 25. Photo provided by Kenetta Lisenbee.

THS Sends Six To State Tournament, Two Place

Danny Chambers
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Tecumseh Wrestling ended the season on a high note by sending six wrestlers, four men and two ladies, to the State Tournament and returned with two that placed, one Savage and one Lady Savage, a great accomplishment for an up-and-coming program.

Savages Come Up Short In Regionals, Season Ends

News Staff
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Tecumseh Savage basketball ended the season in the Regional Tournament, but not before the T-Town boys showed a lot of heart to extend the season for another game. The Savages came into the Regional Tournament in the consolation bracket after losing to Crossings Christian in District play.

Dale Breezes Through Regionals

News Staff
Thursday, March 2, 2023
The undefeated Dale Pirates outscored their opponents in two games of Regional play, 174-68. In the opening game, Thursday, Feb. 23, against Savanna, the Pirates led 21-15 in the first quarter. With continued pressure, the Pirates increased their lead to 4019 by halftime.
The Shawnee High School Girls Swim Team won the Class 5A State Championship Meet, Feb. 17-18, as well as several individual events. Shown, from left, are Team Manager Trent Ogden, Ashley McDonald, Harlee Bullard, Gracyn Simpson, McKayla Tinkle, Natalie Selman & Piper McNeil (holding trophy) Assistant Coach Bob McNeil, standing behind them, Head Coach Valarie Colburn, Clara Timmons, Emma Oller, Tenielle Kidd, Kelly Templeton, and Jadelyn Shotts. Photo provided.

The Shawnee High School Girls Swim Team won the Class 5A State Championship Meet, Feb. 17-18, as well as several individual events. Shown, from left, are Team Manager Trent Ogden, Ashley McDonald, Harlee Bullard, Gracyn Simpson, McKayla Tinkle, Natalie Selman & Piper McNeil (holding trophy) Assistant Coach Bob McNeil, standing behind them, Head Coach Valarie Colburn, Clara Timmons, Emma Oller, Tenielle Kidd, Kelly Templeton, and Jadelyn Shotts. Photo provided.

Shawnee Girls Swim Team Takes State

Natasha Dunagan
Thursday, February 23, 2023
For the second year in a row, the Shawnee High School Girls Swim Team is Class 5A’s State Champions. They scored 311 points overall during the State Championship Meet held at the Edmond Aquatic Center on Feb. 17 and 18. The girls team improved from 255 points last year.
Bethel junior Bray Bussell tries for a basket in the last few seconds of the Jones game and draws the foul on Feb. 13. The Wildcats won by one point, 56-55. On Feb. 17, they beat Okmulgee to win Districts, 65-63. Today (Feb. 23) they will play at Prague in Regionals at 7:30. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Bethel junior Bray Bussell tries for a basket in the last few seconds of the Jones game and draws the foul on Feb. 13. The Wildcats won by one point, 56-55. On Feb. 17, they beat Okmulgee to win Districts, 65-63. Today (Feb. 23) they will play at Prague in Regionals at 7:30. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Bethel High School Sweeps Districts

Suzie Campbell
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Bethel Lady Wildcats had plenty to celebrate Friday, Feb. 17, as they cruised to a 62-24 District Championship against the Okmulgee Lady Bulldogs.Lady Wildcat sophomore Josie Megehee led the charge with 23 points and joined the 1,000-point club in the process.
Tecumseh junior Jase Edwards aims for the bucket in the last 30 seconds of the fourth quarter during the Class 4A District game against Crossings Christian on Feb. 17. The Savages lost 67-84. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Tecumseh junior Jase Edwards aims for the bucket in the last 30 seconds of the fourth quarter during the Class 4A District game against Crossings Christian on Feb. 17. The Savages lost 67-84. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Savages Come Up Short In Title Game

Danny Chambers
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Tecumseh’s round ballers fought hard last Friday night in the District title game as they hosted a Crossings Christian team with a record of 18-2 but came up short in the end and dropped to the Consolation Regional Bracket beginning today (Thursday).