Marcus Trevino

Sean Patrick Flanery helps with jiu-jitsu training Tuesday at the Stillwater High School wrestling room. Marcus Trevino | CNHI photo

Abbie Rivero was the true definition of a Pioneer in the 2024 wrestling season, so it’s only right for the Stillwater junior to blaze another trail.

LaDarion Lockett’s junior year at Stillwater High School was unlike most in America.

Oklahoma State receiver De’Zhaun Stribling goes up for a pass Sept. 23, 2023, in the Iowa State game. News Press file photo

Oklahoma State junior linebacker Collin Oliver comes off the edge to pressure on Kansas State quarterback Will Howard. Oliver clinched the victory for OSU when he knocked down a Howard pass attempt on fourth down in the final minutes. News Press file photo

The Oklahoma State offense is on track to receive a major boost come fall camp at the end of July or beginning of August: the fully cleared return of De’Zhaun

Despite being in the largest metropolis of the state with the most football talent, it’s easy to overlook the University of Houston.

Meet the area girls who ran the fastest and jumped the highest.

The athletes in Payne County and the surrounding area consistently prove to be among the best in the state and this year was no exception.

Corbin Galt was runner-up in the 1600-meter (4:24.41) and 3200-meter (9:24.29) races at the 2024 3A-4A State Track & Field Championship.