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Stroud senior Jessen Leathers (22) stiff-arms a would-be tackler out of his way. Photo/BethYoung

Stroud romps past Newkirk

News Staff

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Stroud made quick work of Newkirk last week, putting up a 70-0 district win.The Tigers now stand 6-1 for the season and 4-0 in district, with a showdown looming with district coleader Hennessey on Halloween night in Stroud.

The Olive ball carrier has no chance to get away from a pack of Dawgs, from left Tyler Gilkison (2), Jaxson Brinkley (6), Brody Robinson (9) and Devin Murfin (4). Photo/Rick Hester

Davenport 40, Olive 6

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Powered by the rushing of running back Brody Robinson and quarterbackAydan Stancell, the Davenport Bulldogs rolled over Olive last week to secure a 40-6 homecoming win and earn their first district win.

Chandler coach Jack Gray talks to the team after the winover Westville. Photo/Brian Blansett

Lions 54, Westville 6

News Staff

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Chandler dominated a district opponent for the second straight week, drubbing the Westville Yellowjackets, 54-6, Thursday It was the second blowout in a row, following a 52-6 win over Tulsa Webster a week ago, and it left the Lions in a four-way tie for third place in District 2A-1-4.

Langston Hall of Famer Tim Whitfield. Photo/Emily Kalka

Whitfield in Langston Hall of Fame

Emily Kalka Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

There’s nothing quite like Friday Night Lights.As Meeker High School and Langston University grad Tim Whitfield sat in the bleachers of his high school stomping grounds, he said this is where the true Friday Night Lights exist.

Bryson Taylor runs alone to the end zone after battling for a catch and leaving the defenders in his wake during the second quarter Friday night. Photo/Brian Blansett

A runaway

Brian Blansett Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Chandler unveiled a new spread-the-wealth offensive approach Friday night and used it to pound Tulsa Webster, 52-6.

Sports week in pictures

News Staff

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Top, Chandler High School photographer Brenlee Corea takes advantage of a break to get a shot of the Chandler Lions on the bench Friday night at Tulsa Webster.

Hearing set

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for a Stroud man facing a felony and misdemeanor following his arrest by a Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputy.

Tigers roll, go to 5-1

News Staff

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Jeremiah Cropp and Aiden Collins hooked up for 290 yards passing Friday and led the Stroud Tigers to a 39-14 comeback win over the Alva Goldbugs.The victory lifted the Tigers’ record to 5-1 for the season and leaves them tied for the district lead with Hennessey.

Davenport falls to Cherokee

Mike Mccormick Staff Writer

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

With three starters out already, Davenport’s Bulldogs dropped their district opener 64-28 on the road last Friday.Going into this week’s homecoming clash with Olive on Thursday, the Bulldogs will be without a fourth starter as well.Coach Grant Powell said kickoff is at 7:30 p.m.

NRC’s Aubree Shivelhood and Chandler’s Gentry Garner made difficult look easy last week in super regionals. Above, Shivehood makes a diving catch against Tecumseh. Photo/Sheryl Gowin. Below, Garner makes a running backhand grab of a drive against Jones. Photo/Brian Blansett

Chandler sweeps Super regional

News Staff

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

ChandlerFor the week: 2-0 with a tie. Wins overJones (11-1 and 11-1) and a 1-1 tie with Latta. Now 29-3-1, ranked No.2 in Class 3A and Super regional champions.Chandler’s Lady Lions made quick work of their Super regional Thursday, beating Jones 11-1 twice.

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