Author: Hunter Sheppard
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Dewar vs Laverne: Thursday Night for the B-I Crown
Dewar and Laverne collide at 7 p.m. Thursday at Chad Richison Stadium for the Class B-I state championship, a rematch of last year’s title game and a meeting between two programs that have traded dominance over the past half-decade. Dewar enters 11–2 and operating at a championship pace on both sides of the ball. The…
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Seiling vs Weleetka: Trilogy for the B-II Title
Seiling and Weleetka meet at noon Thursday at Chad Richison Stadium in Edmond for the Class B-II state championship, the third straight postseason showdown between two programs that have defined the bracket the last two years. Seiling enters 11–2 on paper, though both losses were administrative forfeits. On the field, the Wildcats are a perfect…
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Higbee out as Clinton head coach after eight seasons
Higbee out as Clinton head coach after eight-year run CLINTON — Clinton Public Schools has parted ways with head football coach John Higbee, ending an eight-year run that saw the Red Tornadoes return to the top of Class 4A and add to one of the state’s most decorated traditions. Higbee finished his Clinton tenure with…
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State Semis Roundup: Two 16s, Two Shutouts, Three Finals Set
OKLAHOMA CITY— Friday at Devon Park produced everything October softball can offer: two 16-inning marathons, two airtight 1–0 gems, and a statement win to lock in Championship Saturday. The finals are set: Howe vs. Oktaha (2A), Caddo vs. Arapaho-Butler (A), and Leedey vs. Red Oak (B). Class 2A Game 1 — Howe 5, Preston 2…
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OKPreps Mailbox: When Football Dies, Does the Town Die Too?
Porum football is gone after decades of struggle and one last win in 2023. Can Panther pride survive without Friday night lights?
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OKPreps Mailbox: Does the Flexbone Still Work in 2025?
A Column by Hunter Sheppard In this week’s OKPreps Mailbox, we tackle a classic question from coaches, fans, and football junkies alike: “Can you still win running the flexbone?” The short answer? Yes.The long answer? It depends — on where you are, who you’ve got, and how much you’re willing to commit. In an era…
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Road to Gold: Your Guide to the 2024 Class 6A Girls State Tournament
It is that time of season and we have finally reached the State Tournament and congratulations, You have made it to the big house! This is the last year at the big house before the new arena is open so let’s make this the best one yet! Follow along as I preview the State Tournament…
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Road to Gold: Your Guide to the 2024 Class 6A Boys State Tournament
It is that time of season and we have finally reached the State Tournament and congratulations, You have made it to the big house! This is the last year at the big house before the new arena is open so let’s make this the best one yet! Follow along as I preview the State Tournament…
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Road to Gold: Your Guide to the Class 5A Boys State Tournament
It is that time of season and we have finally reached the State Tournament and congratulations, You have made it to the big house! This is the last year at the big house before the new arena is open so let’s make this the best one yet! Follow along as I preview the State Tournament…
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Road to Gold: Your Guide to the 2024 Class 5A Girls State Tournament
It is that time of season and we have finally reached the State Tournament and congratulations, You have made it to the big house! This is the last year at the big house before the new arena is open so let’s make this the best one yet! Follow along as I preview the State Tournament…
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