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North Rock Creek's Jesse Todd signs with East Central University. Todd is picured seated between his parents (from left) Jeff, Jesse, and Darlene Todd. His sister Hannah and her son Kyler also attended the signing. Photo courtesy of Gowin Photography

North Rock Creek's Jesse Todd signs with East Central University. Todd is picured seated between his parents (from left) Jeff, Jesse, and Darlene Todd. His sister Hannah and her son Kyler also attended the signing. Photo courtesy of Gowin Photography

NRC Signings

News Staff
Thursday, December 14, 2023
After stealing the ball, Tecumseh's Aveon Stokes aims for the basket and is fouled by McLoud's Bryce Cowns in the Consolation Round of the First United Basketball Classic, held on Dec. 9 at Bethel High School. McLoud won, 60-39, for the third-place trophy. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

After stealing the ball, Tecumseh's Aveon Stokes aims for the basket and is fouled by McLoud's Bryce Cowns in the Consolation Round of the First United Basketball Classic, held on Dec. 9 at Bethel High School. McLoud won, 60-39, for the third-place trophy. Countywide & Sun/Natasha Dunagan

Tecumseh Savages Take Fourth in Bethel Tournament

Danny Chambers
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Last week was a tough one for the Tecumseh Savage basketball squad. The Savages opened the week on the road at Ada on Tuesday and took a 7251 loss before starting a tough Bethel Tournament on Thursday.
The Tecumseh Lady Savages and their coaches pose with the First United Basketball Classic Girls Champion trophy after beating Bethel, 55-46, on Dec. 9 at the newly remodeled Bethel High School gym. The Lady Savages won all three of their games at the three-day tournament with Perkins-Tryon, Sallisaw and Bethel.

The Tecumseh Lady Savages and their coaches pose with the First United Basketball Classic Girls Champion trophy after beating Bethel, 55-46, on Dec. 9 at the newly remodeled Bethel High School gym. The Lady Savages won all three of their games at the three-day tournament with Perkins-Tryon, Sallisaw and Bethel.

Lady Savages Crowned Tournament Champions

Danny Chambers
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
After going 1-1 in their opening week, the Lady Savage round ballers rolled through their second week with four straight wins and a Bethel Tournament Championship. Tecumseh opened the week on the road facing a tough Ada squad and managed to squeak out a 38-34 over the Lady Cougars.

Lady Indians Edge Out Tupelo

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
It was a busy week for Asher as both teams competed in the Pontotoc Conference Tournament at Stonewall. The Lady Indians tipped off Monday, Dec. 4, against the tournament host, the Stonewall Lady Longhorns.
Lady Wildcats Triumph Over McLoud, Fall Short In Finals

Lady Wildcats Triumph Over McLoud, Fall Short In Finals

Lady Wildcats Triumph Over McLoud, Fall Short In Finals

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Bethel Lady Wildcats began last week with a 50-37 win over the Sulphur Lady Bulldogs. Josie Megehee scored 20 points, Ava Gascon scored 18, Lexi Tucker scored 10, and Layla Menhusen scored two. On Thursday, Dec. 7, the Lady Wildcats played host to the First United Basketball Tournament.
Dale Lady Pirate Karsen Griggs lifts her Cushing opponent off the ground as she tries to rip the ball loose, but ends up with a jump ball during the game Thursday, Dec. 7. The Lady Pirates won the first round game of the Boomarang Classic Tournament, 56-21. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Dale Lady Pirate Karsen Griggs lifts her Cushing opponent off the ground as she tries to rip the ball loose, but ends up with a jump ball during the game Thursday, Dec. 7. The Lady Pirates won the first round game of the Boomarang Classic Tournament, 56-21. Countywide & Sun/Suzie Campbell

Dale Sweeps Boomerang Classic Tournament

Suzie Campbell
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
In another successful week for Dale basketball, both the Lady Pirates and the Pirates emerged champions in the Boomerang Classic Tournament. The tournament saw both teams showcase strong performances to secure their respective titles. The Lady Pirates tipped off Thursday evening against Cushing.
Fishing Report

Fishing Report

Fishing Report

News Staff
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Greenleaf: November 26. Elevation is normal and stable, water temperature 58°F and stained. Largemouth bass good on Alabama rigs, crankbaits, plastic baits, and spinnerbaits around brush structure, docks, main lake, and points.
Bethel graduate and now OBU Freshman, Parker Stevenson, drives between two Southeastern defenders. The freshman guard Parker Stevenson was tabbed as Great American Conference Co-Player of the Week on Monday, after leading the Bison to a 56-54 comeback win at Southeastern Oklahoma State over the weekend.

Bethel graduate and now OBU Freshman, Parker Stevenson, drives between two Southeastern defenders. The freshman guard Parker Stevenson was tabbed as Great American Conference Co-Player of the Week on Monday, after leading the Bison to a 56-54 comeback win at Southeastern Oklahoma State over the weekend.

Parker Stevenson Leads OBU To A Come From Behind Win

Alex Wheeler
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
DURANT – Oklahoma Baptist met Southeastern State’s Savage Storm on Saturday in Durant. Led by freshman Parker Stevenson, the Bison rallied from a nine-point halftime deficit and claimed a 56-54 win in Great American Conference action at Bloomer Sullivan Arena.
North Rock Creek Cougars Bring Home The Gold

North Rock Creek Cougars Bring Home The Gold

North Rock Creek Cougars Bring Home The Gold

News Staff
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
North Rock Creek Cougars win the Okemah Tournament, beating Henryetta 77-39 in the finals. The Lady Cougars won the consolation beating Morris 57-37. Photos courtesy of Gowin Photography Pictured left, North Rock Creek’s Caleb Hawkins brings the ball up the court.