All-state fastpitch

After playing each other countless times through the years, four players from Dale and Stroud were on the same side at the All-State fastpitch game. Emelia Idleman, far left, and Danyn Lang from Dale and Jadyn Young and Emma Davis, right, were on the east squad for the small school teams.

Playday in Chandler

Clu Harkins, top, leads a horse ridden by Peanut Harkins at the Chandler Roundup Club Play Day Saturday. Anabelle Lee, left, and Bailey Taylor, the young girl, right, are both seen riding at the Play Day. The Chandler Roundup Club will have another Play Day starting at 6 p.m. on June 19.

Gwin to play at All-State

Evan Gwin, a 2021 senior at Chandler High school, made the All-State Golf team. The game is at the Cherokee Golf Club in Catoosa, Oklahoma on July 26 according to the Oklahoma Coaches Association. He began playing golf in the eighth grade, while he was attending Community Christian School.

All-State hoops

Dale graduates Emily Witt (5) and Danyn Lang (21) participated in the OGBCA All-State Game. Photo/Rick Hester

Chandler softball camp

The rain last week moved the Chandler softball camp indoors for some spirited action with plastic balls. Above, Preslyn Goeller rifled several line drives despite having to swing with one arm. Right, Lady Lion Grace Hulsey helps camper Parker Guinn throw to the right base.

Stroud baseball complex construction

Stroud’s administration is hopeful that the school’s new baseball complex will be completed for use as early as next spring. The complex is located on Allied Rd, and construction is well underway.

Signing to compete in college

Athletes from area schools recently signed to pursue their careers in college. Above, Chandler cheerleader Emyley Mullen signed to cheer at Northeastern.

Stroud scholarship recipients

Officials at Stroud Public Schools announced the scholarships and awards presented to graduating seniors as listed below.

Pirates fall in semifinals

The Dale Pirates’ bid for a Class 2A spring baseball championship fell short as they dropped their semi-final contest to Christian Heritage.

Stroud athletic awards

Presented at the all-sports banquet last week Football: Freshman of the Year - Bruce Collins Sophomore of the Year - Stetson Bunyard Junior of the Year - Bryce Hughey Seniors of the Year - Devin Prewitt Maxx Williams Blue and White Award - Amariyae Morris Defensive Player of the Year - Will...