Sports

Over 1,000 Toys Donated

In the spirit of giving, the Shawnee Police Department orchestrated a heartwarming toy drive that brought joy to the lives of 215 children in need. Over 1,000 toys were generously donated by the community, reflecting the true spirit of the Christmas season.
Fishing Report

Fishing Report

Fishing Report

Fort Gibson: December 25. Elevation is 1.5 ft. above normal (rising). Water temperature 55°F and clear. (USACE Lake Level) Blue catfish good on shad around channels, main lake, and points. Crappie fair on hair jigs, minnows, and tube jigs around brush structure, docks, and main lake.
Asher’s Cadence Leba recovers the ball and looks to pass in the home game with Varnum on Jan. 2. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Asher’s Cadence Leba recovers the ball and looks to pass in the home game with Varnum on Jan. 2. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Caught In Action - Asher Basketball

Photos by Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan
The Class 2A Dale Pirates basketball team, their coaches and the Dale cheerleaders pose after winning the 2022 Tournament of Champions in Tulsa on Dec. 30. They are the first small school to win the tournament since 1978. The team returned to defend their title in the 58th TOC on Dec. 27, 2023. Photo provided.

The Class 2A Dale Pirates basketball team, their coaches and the Dale cheerleaders pose after winning the 2022 Tournament of Champions in Tulsa on Dec. 30. They are the first small school to win the tournament since 1978. The team returned to defend their title in the 58th TOC on Dec. 27, 2023. Photo provided.

Amazing, Dedicated Athletes In Pottawatomie County

Multiple schools in the county celebrated athletic achievements in 2023. We have rounded up a few of them. The month of January 2023 was a memorable one for the residents of Pottawatomie County, as it was marked by many sporting achievements and personal milestones.
North Rock Creek recognized Coach Evan Smith for his 100th win as a head coach, Tuesday, Dec. 12. The NRC back-2-back State softball championship team was also recognized. NRC played Tecumseh Tuesday night and won both games. Girl's score was 55-47 and the boys 71-38. Photo provided courtesy of Gowin Photography

North Rock Creek recognized Coach Evan Smith for his 100th win as a head coach, Tuesday, Dec. 12. The NRC back-2-back State softball championship team was also recognized. NRC played Tecumseh Tuesday night and won both games. Girl's score was 55-47 and the boys 71-38. Photo provided courtesy of Gowin Photography

The Earlsboro Wildcats basketball team and their coaches pose with their plaques after winning the Little River Conference Tournament, held at Seminole High School, Dec. 5-9. They won all three of their games, beating Moss, 67-27; Mason, 68-38; and Varnum, 68-65, with a three-point buzzer beater. Photo provided by Coach Chad Rochelle.

The Earlsboro Wildcats basketball team and their coaches pose with their plaques after winning the Little River Conference Tournament, held at Seminole High School, Dec. 5-9. They won all three of their games, beating Moss, 67-27; Mason, 68-38; and Varnum, 68-65, with a three-point buzzer beater. Photo provided by Coach Chad Rochelle.

Shawnee freshman Chrishelle Milum tries for a basket but is fouled in the third quarter of the Dec. 15 game against Crossings Christian. Playing back on the newly-repaired Performing Arts and Athletic Center, the Lady Wolves won, 56-34. The Wolves came up short, 47-67. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Shawnee freshman Chrishelle Milum tries for a basket but is fouled in the third quarter of the Dec. 15 game against Crossings Christian. Playing back on the newly-repaired Performing Arts and Athletic Center, the Lady Wolves won, 56-34. The Wolves came up short, 47-67. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

WOLVES BASKETBALL

Tecumseh’s Kohen Warden tries to block the shot as North Rock Creek’s David King leaps to the basket. Photo courtesy of Gowin Photography

Tecumseh’s Kohen Warden tries to block the shot as North Rock Creek’s David King leaps to the basket. Photo courtesy of Gowin Photography

Savages Suffer Double Loss At NRC, Heading Into Holiday Break

It was a double dip of losses for the Savages and Lady Savages on the court on the final night of the pre-Christmas schedule at North Rock Creek last Tuesday night.