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Tulsa World High School Sports Editor Barry Lewis offers insight and access into the teams, players and coaches for fans who follow high school sports.
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In the first OK Preps Extra podcast of 2024, Barry and Patrick break down a thrilling Tournament of Champions and discuss the return of Antwain Jimmerson.
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Edmond North defeats Owasso for TofC boys title; Metro Christian, Weatherford, Dale show gold-ball form | Barry Lewis' four takeaways
Owasso's Jalen Montonati explodes for 40 in thriller over Dale in TofC semifinal classic, sets up title showdown with Edmond North | Barry Lewis' four takeaways
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Who are the top area recruits who are still uncommitted? How important will February signing be for area athletes? Plus, TU's recruiting class collected local stars like Bixby's Brody Duffel as well as many top DFW area recruits. Juwan Lee, Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince discuss early signing period, which began Wednesday.
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Early Signing Period 2023: Complete coverage of OU, OSU and TU, local high schools
Bill Haisten: Kevin Wilson savors an old-fashioned recruiting triumph at TU
Beggs' Red Martel stays loyal to Kansas
Tulsa signs top All-World O-linemen Brody Duffel, Colten Christian
TU Sports Extra podcast: Bixby OL Brody Duffel explains why he's signing with TU
Danny Okoye diary: Stories from the recruiting trail
Bishop Kelley D-linemen's decisions `to be great' result in college signings
Where are the top 24 seniors in the class of '24 going to play college football?
A football season to remember: Barry Lewis' best and Bill Haisten's most significant games of the year
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The early signing period begins Wednesday when the majority of high school football players will sign with colleges. Today, Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince discuss the area's top talent, where they are planning to go and who's the best un-committed players and could there be any drama like last year when local star Micah Tease flipped from Arkansas to Texas A&M.
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Bixby offensive lineman Brody Duffel commits to Tulsa
A football season to remember: Barry Lewis' best and Bill Haisten's most significant games of the year
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Barry and Patrick agree that the OSSAA's ruling allowing a one-time transfer is an appropriate one for today's game. But, exactly how it will affect high school sports won't be known until the rule is implemented.
Plus,
- Owasso makes good move naming Antonio Graham as Bill Blankenship's successor
- The amazing life of Tulsa historian Wayne McCombs
- A loaded TofC field features star players, teams
- Parker Friedrichsen making early impact at Wake Forest
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Bill Haisten: Regarding OSSAA's stance on open transfers – the key word is ‘capacity’
OSSAA board approves one-time free transfer for high school athletes
Bill Haisten: A celebration of Wayne McCombs, a baseball man who had a layered, rich life
Tournament of Champions releases brackets featuring marquee matchups
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Barry Lewis shares his thoughts and insights on the retirement of a local coaching legend who is retiring after 40 seasons as a coach.
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Bill Blankenship retires as Owasso's coach, DC Antonio Graham promoted to head coach
Bill Haisten: As the Rams did football really well, Bill Blankenship retooled Owasso’s identity
'Pressure' doesn't faze new Owasso head coach Antonio Graham
The Owasso transition began when Bill Blankenship relinquished play-calling
Bixby answers Owasso's challenge with second-half onslaught | Barry Lewis' five takeaways
Bill Haisten: In what might have been Bill Blankenship's finale, Bixby flexes again
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Bixby, Muskogee and Lincoln Christian captured state football titles over the weekend while Wagoner and Kiefer had heart-breaking ends to their seasons. Barry Lewis breaks down all the ups and downs.
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Lincoln Christian completes incredible comeback to win 3A title
Bixby repeats, continues historic run with 6AI state championship
Bill Haisten: Bixby caps best six-year run in state history
Xavier Robinson, other OU commits star in Carl Albert's 5A state title win | Barry Lewis' three takeaways
Kiefer stunned in 2A semifinals against top-ranked Millwood on game's final play
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Several state titles are on the line this weekend, highlighted by the 6AI matchup of two powerhouses. Plus, a look at the 6AII championship between Stillwater and Muskogee, Wagoner looks to cap a perfect season in 4A and Lincoln Christian and OKC Heritage Hall battle for 3A title.
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Week 14's must-see game: Bixby (12-0) vs. Jenks (8-4)
Muskogee headed to first state championship since 1986 after semifinals thriller against Deer Creek
Bill Haisten: Jenks isn’t afraid of Bixby, and the Trojans rally for a chance to prove it
Charboneau, Wagoner going to 4A championship game again
Bixby's Hank Puckett, Jenks' Jett Calmus overcome injuries to lead their teams into Class 6AI title showdown
Jones continues push towards its first state title since 2003 with win over Victory Christian
Lincoln Christian relies on defense in semifinals win against Perkins-Tryon
Week 13: Barry Lewis' five takeaways from Bixby's onslaught, Jenks ready for state title? | See our complete coverage
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The 6AI semifinals feature a pair of rematches among perennial powers and teams like Muskogee, Claremore, Wagoner, Lincoln Christian and Victory Christian look to keep their state-title dreams alive this weekend as high school playoffs continue.
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This week's top games
This week's rankings
This week's schedule
Bill Haisten: The 'refreshing' return of the state's top QB – Union's Shaker Reisig
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Barry Lewis looks back at last week's playoff openers and previews another stellar week of matchups. Plus, a discussion about free transfers and a little love for the Canadian Football League.
After a discussion Wednesday at its November meeting, the OSSAA board of directors is planning to survey its members on whether to allow students one free transfer that would not require sitting out a year to become eligible for athletics unless they moved their residence.
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This week's must-see game
Claremore edges Sapulpa in `unbelievable' playoff thriller | Barry Lewis' five takeaways
This week's best games
Bill Haisten: Best-kept secret in Tulsa football -- JohnMark Roller and the Regent Rams
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Barry Lewis breaks down the playoff bracket in classes 6A through 2A. Also, what did we learn from Bixby's Week 10 win over Jenks? Plus, a little about TU and Bedlam.
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This week's best game
Stillwater moves on top of 6AII; Broken Arrow rejoins 6AI rankings
Bixby's Blake Hogshooter, defense lead comeback at Jenks | Barry Lewis' five takeaways
Bill Haisten: Why not just throw it to Blake Hogshooter? Bixby does and succeeds
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Bixby at Jenks is the obvious headliner this week. But, Week 10 is filled with intrigue as a number of teams are jockeying for playoff positioning. For some, it's win or go home.
Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince break it all down with a look at this week's best games.
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Bill Haisten: For the Owasso Rams and QB Knox Dyson, a 509-yard home run
Sapulpa joins 5A rankings while Kelley, Claremore, Collinsville move up
This week's schedule
Breaking down this week's best games
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In this week's episode, Barry recounts a "wild" Bishop Kelley-Claremore game that was "thrilling until the very end." What and who stood out in that great game?
Other topics this week:
- Barry breaks down this week's top game: Edmond Santa Fe at Owasso. Can Owasso stop ESF elite running back Demarius Robinson, who is on pace for a 2,000-yard season? Union was able to somewhat contain Robinson. Can Owasso do the same?
- Jenks plays a struggling Broken Arrow team. Could the Trojans overlook the Tigers with Bixby looming next week?
- A shout-out for Kiefer. The 2023 Trojans are bidding for their program’s first 10-0 regular season since 2014.
- Reminder on our Winter Photo Day, which is Tuesday, Oct. 24. Email Barry.lewis@tulsaworld.com for details.
- Jenks captures the 6A volleyball title
- Catching up with Ty Pennington (Sand Springs) and Noah Hernandez (Jenks) both of whom are currently playing at Pitt State.
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Bill Haisten: Jentry Pendergraft and unbeaten Kiefer surge to contention in 2A
This week's top games
Holland Hall, Berryhill join Class 3A rankings
Bishop Kelley rallies past Claremore again in `best game of the year.' Barry Lewis' five takeaways
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In this week's episode, Barry Lewis breaks down Union's impressive win over Mustang with a freshman quarterback. Plus, a look at Union's matchup with Demarius Robinson and Edmond Santa Fe this week.
Other topics this week:
- A preview of Claremore at Bishop Kelley. Claremore is undefeated, but Kelley is tough at home.
- Barry explains how Coweta made its way into the 5A rankings
- Looking back at Booker T. Washington's undefeated 1973 team and Barry's personal connection to that team
- Briefly catching up with Tre Brown, Tyler Lockett and Dax Hill.
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This week's best games
Coweta enters 5A rankings; Regent Prep moves up in Class B
Week 8's must-see game: Claremore (7-0) at Bishop Kelley (5-2)
Barry Lewis' three takeaways from Union's dominating win over Mustang in matchup of freshman QBs
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In this week's episode, Barry Lewis explains why this could be Bixby's best-ever team, which is saying a lot. Plus, what's wrong with Bixby's opponent this week, Broken Arrow, who is 1-5 on the season.
Other topics this week:
- Wagoner's Witt Edwards commits to Vanderbilt in a unique way in yet another example of why players like playing for Dale Condict.
- Barry Lewis picks his first-half offensive and defensive MVPs
- Breaking down this week's top game, Mustang at Union
- Patrick Prince talks about interesting facts about the NOAH football program
- Barry tells us who should be on upset watch
- Finally, catching up with Josh Proctor and Chance Wilson
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This week's best games: Mustang at Union tops the list
This week's rankings
Barry Lewis' takeaways from Wagoner's win over Cushing
Redhawk QB Shaker Reisig’s status uncertain for Mustang-Union district game
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In this week's episode, Owasso easily defeats previously unbeaten Mustang, Westmoore surprises Jenks, Bishop Kelley hands Collinsville its first loss of the season and more.
Plus, Barry breaks down this week's marquee game: Cushing at top-ranked Wagoner.
And, finally, El Reno's Malachi Nicholson breaks state record for most rushing yards in a single game.
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El Reno's Malachi Nicholson sets state rushing record
Major shakeup in Class 6AI rankings after Jenks' upset loss
Week 6's must-see game: Cushing (4-1) at Wagoner (5-0)
Bill Haisten: Instead of a Mustang statement, a mismatch rout for Owasso
Barry Lewis' five takeaways from Owasso's romp past Mustang
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Union was impressive in its win over Owasso last week. It's looking like 6A, behind Bixby, will be the mad scramble we thought it was going to be.
In this week's marquee matchup, Owasso hosts Mustang. Barry has mixed feelings about Mustang, despite its 4-0 record.
It's unclear whether Rams impact receiver Deuce Chalk will play as the Rams look to avoid falling below .500 on the season.
Plus, it's another week of solid matchups, including Holland Hall at Verdigris, Collinsville at Bishop Kelley, Sapulpa at Coweta and Beggs at Victory Christian.
Lastly, Barry's Final Thoughts and an update on Luke Hasz.
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Barry ranks this week's best games
Victory Christian's Teyton `Tot' Chandler sets state career tackles record
Union's win over Owasso shuffles Class 6AI football rankings
Bill Haisten: Joe Medina savors win No. 300 and a lifetime bond with Cascia Hall
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Owasso at Union is this week's blockbuster matchup. The two teams played a classic six-overtime game last season in the 6AI semifinals. Barry Lewis expects another special matchup between the 2-1 teams and explains why it could come down to kicking.
Other topics this week:
- Why Muskogee is the favorite this week over Sand Springs
- Shout-out to Rejoice Christian QB Camden Ryan
- Wagoner safety Anthony Coleman continues to impress
- NOAH's Danny Okoye to commit this week
- Cascia Hall coach Joe Medina looks for career win No. 300
- Holland Hall graduate Alex Felkins doing impressive things at Penn State
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Barry Lewis' top Week 4 games
Jenks, Union move past Mustang in 6AI rankings
Bill Haisten: Fifty weeks later, a Friday night of ‘glorious’ normalcy for McLain
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In this week's episode, Barry and Patrick break down Jenks' win over Union in the Backyard Bowl. Barry explains how Jenks' performance against Owasso, even though it was a loss, was important in boosting the Trojans' confidence heading into the Union game.
Plus, Barry offers an explanation to a reader's question about his weekly rankings.
Also, Patrick discusses where he thinks Danny Okoye will go to college. The NOAH standout announced that he'll pick a college on Sept. 20. This comes a few weeks after an impressive official recruiting visit to Oklahoma.
And finally, Barry offers a shout-out to former Lincoln Christian cross country standout, Andrew Smithwick, who's starting to make some noise at ORU.
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Bill Haisten: Dazzling Jenks holds on for a Backyard Bowl victory
This week's rankings
This week's best games
Danny Okoye diary: My visit to OU was everything I would have wanted from an official visit
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Barry Lewis breaks down some of the marquee matchups of Week 2.
No. 2 Union at No. 6 Jenks: These programs that have combined for 23 state titles since 1996. The teams have split the last two Backyard Bowls. Union quarterback Shaker Reisig and three other Union starters return to play at Allan Trimble Stadium for the first time since moving from Jenks.
6AI: No. 7 Broken Arrow at No. 4 Owasso: This one has the potential to be a thriller similar to Owasso’s 27-26 win last year when the Rams stopped Broken Arrow’s 2-point conversion with 30 seconds left. Owasso head coach Bill Blankenship will be on the opposing sideline from his son, Josh, who is in his third year as Broken Arrow’s head coach. Broken Arrow hasn’t been 0-3 since 2017.
5A No. 1 MWC Carl Albert at 6AII No. 1 Muskogee: A matchup between two top-ranked teams. Muskogee’s 35-28 victory over Carl Albert last year was a springboard moment for the Roughers. The Titans have won 13 in a row since then, including their sixth state title in seven years.
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Barry Lewis breaks down Week 2's best games
No changes at the top, but Owasso moves up in 6AI rankings
Five takeaways from Owasso's win over Jenks
Bill Haisten: Historic – for only the fourth time in 55 seasons, an 0-2 start for Jenks
Bill Haisten: BA shows up, but Union's Shaker Reisig responds like a boss
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It's rare for the best game of the week to be between a pair of 0-1 teams. But such is the case for perineal 6A powers Jenks and Owasso, who sustained Week 0 losses and face each other Friday night in Owasso. Barry Lewis expects a close game this week as each school looks to avoid an 0-2 start.
Other topic that Barry and Patrick discuss:
- Barry talks about how impressed he was with Bixby linebacker Hank Puckett and his performance against Owasso. “All he does is make plays.” Puckett 19 tackles versus the Rams.
- Barry commends Rejoice Christian’s Cale Marley on his near-perfect performance last week.
- Patrick was in attendance on Friday to see Kiefer defeat NOAH at Webster. But, it was a moving post-game NOAH huddle that made the strongest impression.
- A look at Broken Arrow’s struggles.
- In Final Thoughts, Barry gives a shout-out to security staff at high school events. “They are needed now more than ever."
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How Loren Montgomery built a football powerhouse at Bixby
Bill Haisten: For wholesome Oklahoma prep football, a shocking first Friday
Week 1's must-see game: Jenks (0-1) at Owasso (0-1)
Bill Haisten: How Hudson Ball, a soon-to-be hot football recruit, wound up at Jenks
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With a pounding defense and powerful running game, top-ranked Bixby surprised many with such a dominating performance over No. 3 Owasso.
Union was impressive as well with a 49-7 win at Westmoore. Shaker Reisig threw for 322 yards and five touchdowns.
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Union dominates Westmoore on opening night
Bill Haisten: A 42-16 reminder that Bixby still is the gold standard in Class 6AI
How Loren Montgomery built a football powerhouse at Bixby
Bixby blows out Owasso in Battle of the Burbs
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That's what former Jenks coach Allan Trimble would say sometimes when he was asked in preseason how good his teams were.
In this episode, Barry Lewis breaks down the potential of many teams and explains his picks for the 2023 season, which begins this week.
In 6AI, Barry details why he picked the teams this way: Bixby, Union, Owasso and Jenks.
Barry also offers his thoughts on other classes where Muskogee is poised to win its first state title in many years and loaded Wagoner looks to repeat in 4A.
Plus, of all the talent in the Tulsa area, who are this year's must-see players?
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Bill Haisten: How Bixby built a football machine and the state’s No. 1 program with eight state titles in nine years
Bill Haisten: Hudson Ball – an ‘elite’ Trojan and a Player of the Year type of figure
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Barry Lewis weighs in on two important OSSAA rulings. One he likes, the other he doesn't. Hear him explain his reasoning. Plus, a glimpse into the Bixby football dynasty, which will be the cover story of this Sunday's 2023 High School Football Preview section.
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NOAH's Danny Okoye narrows college choices to OU, five others
Broken Arrow looks to make early statement; OSU, TU, others offer Hale tackle Javion Antai
The best high school football players around Tulsa. We rank the 2023 All-World top 10 at each position
'He's a generational talent': Danny Okoye aims to become first home-schooled player drafted to NFL since Tim Tebow
OSSAA Board of Directors approves class realignment
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It is hard to stay at an elite level after a legendary coach like Allan Trimble retires, but the Jenks Trojans enter the 2023 with high expectations. Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince discuss 6AI (Union among few programs with returning starting quarterback in Shaker Reisig) as preseason practices are underway. Reminders: All-World Preseason Football Contest voting ends 3 p.m. Tuesday, and the Tulsa World's special section previewing the high school football season will publish Sunday, Aug. 20.
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Tulsa World Fall Sports Photo Day set for Wednesday
Jenks opens fall practice with healthy Jett Calmus, `sense of urgency'
Bill Haisten: For Shaker Reisig and Union, the season begins with a midnight special
'He's a generational talent': Danny Okoye aims to become first home-schooled player drafted to NFL since Tim Tebow
Barry Lewis: Fairland football coach Doug Winters looks ahead to `new adventure'
'My little Red': Beggs' running back Red Martel uses 'little guy' label as motivation
Barry Lewis: OU commit Xavier Robinson named Tulsa World's state football player of the year
Collinsville's 'electric' Hudson Henslick high in All-World receiving pack
'Killer instinct': Union's Devon Jordan driven by stone-cold mentality
Through 42 vocal surgeries, Victory Christian's Ayden Hamilton holds reins as team's QB1
Starting QBs still to be determined for `Battle of the 'Burbs' between Owasso, Bixby
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Another great night of honoring local high school athletes. Barry and Patrick discuss the banquet's highlights, including keynote speaker Felix Jones. Plus, one of the area's top basketball prospects, David Castillo, leaves the state and Allan Trimble set to enter the National High School Hall of Fame posthumously.
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Bill Haisten: All-World winner Stailee Heard’s final 8.2 seconds of Sapulpa greatness
Bill Haisten: From every chapter of Allan Trimble’s life, loved ones remember the great Jenks coach
Night of Excellence: See local winners of 2023 All-World Awards Banquet
Photos: 2023 All-World Awards, honoring the best in high school achievement
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Barry Lewis ranks his top-five best performances he's witnessed in his nearly 40 years of covering high school sports on a regular basis. Three running backs, one quarterback and a kicker made the list. Four of the performances came in 2004 or after and one occurred in 1986.
Plus, Barry weighs in on the LIV/PGA merger and Oral Roberts University making the College World Series.
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Metro's Kirk Francis has amazing day in 2022 state-title game loss to OKC Heritage Hall
Braylin Presley's huge night powers Bixby past Booker T. Washington in 2020
Gerald Jones has incredible day as Pawnee wins Class A title in 2004
McLain's Josh Jacobs rushes for 445 yards and six TDs in loss to Cascia Hall in 2015
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The Tulsa World’s Bill Haisten and Barry Lewis take a look at the extraordinary high school football culture in the Tulsa area. Also: a quick review of LIV golf and a little Thunder talk.
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Click here to buy tickets to the 2023 All-World Awards banquet
Bill Haisten: Pillars of strength in Owasso — Blake Cherry, Ryker Haff and the O-line
Collinsville 'out for blood' after last year's early playoff exit
Bill Haisten: Recovering and reloading – Union should contend again in 6AI
Wagoner `back to business' after 'surreal' championship
Bixby is hungry, and versatile Kordell Gouldsby is ready for 'more on his plate'
Jaxson Grimes a `right piece' in Metro Christian's All-State QB tradition
The best high school football players in the Tulsa area: The 2022-23 All-World finalists
Bill Haisten: LIV Tulsa review — in every way, it was better than expected
Bill Haisten: Intriguing possibility -— beyond 2023, LIV Tulsa golf at Cedar Ridge
Criticism of LIV Golf is personal for some: 'The kingdom is not to be trusted'
Bill Haisten: Ready or not, it’s time for LIV Tulsa and a healthy attendance response
Bill Haisten: Agreeing with Cedar Ridge on having said yes to LIV golf
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What factored into this season's All-World and All-State boys and girls basketball selections? Barry Lewis lists his factors and most difficult choices. Plus, the latest on spring postseasons.
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Click here to buy tickets to the 2023 All-World Awards banquet
OSSAA surveys 6A-5A basketball coaches on moving to a district format
Catch up on all the All-World teams in fall and winter sports
All-State girls basketball: The state's best players and teams, plus explaining the selection process
All-State boys basketball: The state's best players and teams, plus explaining the selection process
2022-23 All-World girls basketball: Meet the player of the year finalists and see the rest of the first team, second team and honorable mention selections
2022-23 All-World boys basketball: Meet the player of the year finalists and see the rest of the first team, second team and honorable mention selections
Former Dallas Cowboys/BTW standout Felix Jones will be All-World Awards' featured speaker
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Barry Lewis is very much in favor of basketball adding district play. A number of coaches agree while some feel the system is fine the way it is. Plus, Barry talks about the local players he's looking forward to seeing in Major League Baseball and Jenks hires away Hale's coach.
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Click here to buy tickets to the 2023 All-World Awards banquet
OSSAA surveys 6A-5A basketball coaches on moving to a district format
Barry Lewis: `Awesome' MLB debut for Verdigris' Peyton Battenfield; BA's Archie Bradley signs with Marlins
Jenks hires Hale's Daniel McChesney as boys basketball coach; Regent Prep names Hannah Nethon as girls coach
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With his high school basketball career over, the four-star recruit talks about what led him to commit to Wake Forest, which in-state school he liked, playing high school golf with his brothers, winning a national 3-point contest and being an elite shooter.
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Bill Haisten: An in-season surprise – Part III of Parker Friedrichsen's process
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This week’s guest is Jenks coach Keith Riggs. Riggs revisits all aspects of the unforgettably historic Jenks-Bixby football game, played on Nov. 3 and televised on ESPN. The Trojans prevailed 38-35, ending Bixby’s state-record winning streak at 58 games.
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The former star quarterback at Metro Christian reflects on a high school career that included big stats and lots of wins. How did another former Metro great help him grow? What was it like to get that first phone call from new TU coach Kevin Wilson? How did he deal with being under-recruited and what's his goal at TU this year?
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In this week's episode, Barry Lewis takes a look back at last week's high school state basketball tournament. What were the standout performances? What happened to some of the Tulsa-area teams? Who should we pay attention to next year?
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Stailee Heard's late basket lifts Sapulpa past Holland Hall in classic 5A girls final
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In this week's episode, Barry Lewis analyzes the state tournament being held this week, plus offers some thoughts on the new rules changes in Major League Baseball.
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A lot of local teams are still in the high school basketball postseason. Barry and Patrick discuss 6A and 5A boys basketball's matchups, how coaches handle playing on back-to-back days and more. Plus, the girls will be continue their postseason Thursday. Barry recalls talking to Rhyian Mayberry's dad, Lee Mayberry, many years ago when he was also a sophomore standout.
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Hale boys take 5A regional title 70-61 over Bishop Kelley
Bixby girls roll Owasso 74-22 to claim regional title
Rhyian Mayberry's OT trey gives BTW a wild win over Jenks in 6A regional
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The potential of a Booker T.-Owasso matchup is full of interesting storylines. Plus, catching up on wrestling and swimming.
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In this week's episode, Bixby proves it's more than Parker Friedrichsen in ending Owasso's winning streak and the Bixby girls are also impressive in their win over the Rams. Plus, Barry recaps the Super Bowl and offers additional insight into the All-World and All-State selection process.
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Bixby's younger players ensure Parker Friedrichsen's Senior Night win over Owasso
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Barry Lewis discusses the selection process of All-World and All-State. Plus, he talks about the 10 players who are the All-World finalists for player of the year considerations.
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New Tulsa Golden Hurricane coach Kevin Wilson has been on Union’s campus four times since his hiring, and his first recruiting class has Union offensive lineman Bennett Ringleb, defensive back Devin Robinson and athlete Grayson Tempest. Did this Union-to-TU pipeline begin with Shamari Brooks under the previous coaching staff? Barry Lewis also talks about other locals that committed on National Signing Day, plus an update on high school basketball --- key matchups got wiped out due to the winter weather. Also, TU men's basketball might also be looking to recruit locally like the football team.
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Metro Christian quarterback Kirk Francis commits to TU
TU signs nine including Union's Bennett Ringleb, Owasso's Tyler Rich
TU mid-year additions bolster Kevin Wilson's 2023 signing class
Union's OT win over BTW results in a 6A East boys playoff `scramble'
Bill Knight Automotive basketball players of the week for Jan. 30-Feb. 5: Owasso's Jalen Montonati, BTW's Tierra Owens
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The former Booker T. Washington star explains his decision to de-commit from Arkansas and sign with Texas A&M. More than football went into his decision. What was Jimbo Fisher's pitch to him? What was it like to tell Arkansas coaches he wasn't coming and what he expects his first year in College Station to look like.
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Bill Haisten: Union’s Big E – 7-foot Erik Madrid is a great kid and an intriguing athlete
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Barry Lewis talks standout high school basketball midseason tournament performances, including Catoosa's Titus Miller scoring 74 points in three games in the Port City Classic. How good are the Broken Arrow Tigers, led by Oklahoma State signee Connor Dow? Will Bixby, led by Notre Dame signee Parker Friedrichsen, challenge in 6A? Plus, updates on signing day; 2022 All-World football honors and more.
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Bill Haisten: Broken Arrow embraces the pressure of wearing the No. 1 ranking
Sports Writer Barry Lewis' most memorable stories of 2022
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This summer, the Tulsa World will once again honor this year's top high school athletes at the annual All-World Awards. Football's finalist announcements will begin Feb. 11. In tribute to this, Barry Lewis names the top 10 Oklahoma high school football players he's "covered and seen" from the past several decades.
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"It's the best setup that the OSSAA has had for its state championship games in the totality that they've really ever had." In this week's episode, Barry and Patrick discuss the future of UCO hosting state football championship games, as the OSSAA looks for a five-year deal for hosting. Should there be an exception if two Tulsa-area teams make the state championship to have a closer host? How do 6AI coaches feel about the Edmond site? Plus, an update on high school basketball, including Holland Hall moving to 5A mid-season. Also, an update on football and basketball recruiting.
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OSSAA sends Holland Hall basketball to 5A at mid-season
Boys basketball: Notes, rankings, games and players to watch
Girls basketball: Notes, rankings, games and players to watch
Dayton Forsythe leads giant-killing 2A Dale to historic TofC boys title over Memorial
Sports Writer Barry Lewis' most memorable stories of 2022
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"A very good class of seniors in the Tulsa area this year for major college football." In this week's episode, Barry, Dean and Patrick preview early signing period, which begins Wednesday. Which players are they looking forward to watching the most at the college level?
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BTW's Micah Tease decommits from Arkansas, will still sign Wednesday
Heritage Hall takes advantage of Metro Christian mistakes in record-setting 72-56 Class 3A final
Bill Haisten: The bottom line on Cole Adams’ process — Alabama outhustled OU
Barry Lewis: All-America' honormeans a lot' to Bixby's Luke Hasz
Braylin Presley finalizes transfer from OSU to TU: 'Always bet on yourself'
New coach Kevin Wilson brings reputation of developing players to TU
Sports Writer Barry Lewis' most memorable stories of 2022
Sports Writer Dean Ruhl’s most memorable stories of 2022
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Sadly, the 2022 Oklahoma high school football season is over. In this week's episode, Barry, Dean and Patrick talk about the high points and memorable moments, plus breakout players who can have impacts next season. Plus, talking about the potential for shot clocks in Oklahoma high school basketball.
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Jenks Trojans mount a 19-point comeback in the fourth quarter to stun Mustang, 34-31
Verdigris routs Beggs in 40-6 win, Demons honor former running back with field dedication
Heritage Hall takes advantage of Metro Christian mistakes in record-setting 72-56 Class 3A final
Edriece Anderson puts Rogers 'on his back', lifts Ropers over Eagles in historic win
Meet Muskogee's Jamarian Ficklin, an avid film junkie becoming the next great QB in Oklahoma
Beggs stuns 2A No. 2 Rejoice Christian with blitzes, aggressive special teams
OSSAA notebook: Shot clock implementation delayed, fast-pitch softball postseason changes
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Barry Lewis has seen a lot. In this week's episode, Barry talks about where the 2022 Bixby team ranks among the best ever in this area and why he thinks last year's Spartans team was a little better. Plus, Barry and Dean discuss Stillwater’s perfect season and Wagoner’s improbable state title in 4A and an amazing performance by Kirk Francis in a losing effort in the 2A finals.
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With its next football title-game contract, the OSSAA wants a five-year situation
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In this week's episode, Barry, Dean and Patrick discuss Owasso's amazing win over Union and what that might mean for the Rams in this week's title game. Plus, a preview of other state title games.
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Week 14's must-see game: Bixby vs. Owasso
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In this week's bonus episode, Dean Ruhl sits down with Muskogee quarterback Jamarian Ficklin, who, while only a sophomore, has emerged this season as one of the area's top QBs. Ficklin shares where his love of football came from, explains his nickname "Byrd," the Roughers' impressive turnaround, his relationship with head coach Travis Hill and more.
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Individual area state leaders
Week 13 high school kickoff: Chandler’s Casmen Hill looks to continue climbing the all-time rushing list
Class 6AII semifinals preview: Muskogee vs. Choctaw, Deer Creek vs. Stillwater
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In this week's episode, Barry and Dean break down the Jenks-Bixby rematch, this week's marquee game. Also, a look at the other 6AI semifinal between undefeated Union and surging Owasso. Plus, a breakdown of the 5A matchup between Grove and Midwest City Carl Albert. Finally, a shoutout to our student picker, Ella Drake of Regent Prep.
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Final rankings: Grove moves to No. 1 in 5A
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Barry, Dean and Patrick break down the highlights of the first round of the playoffs, plus look ahead to this week's matchups.
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Week 11 scores
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Barry Lewis and Dean Ruhl select state title winners in classes 6A through 2A. Dean and Barry pick their favorites, the contenders, the sleepers and who should be on upset watch as playoffs begin Friday.
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Pawhuska senior quarterback Todd Drummond talks about the impact Andrew Luck had on him, his famous mom and her cooking, growing up on TV and why committing to South Dakota was a no-brainer.
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Sidelined by injury, Ty Walls became the silent leader for Jenks
All-World weekly rankings
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A nationally-televised game leads the slate of Week 10 matchups in Jenks-Bixby. Barry Lewis, Dean Ruhl and Patrick Prince talk about the keys to this game, from college recruiting potential to needing to minimize mistakes; plus previewing Stillwater-Muskogee; which teams really need a win this week and more.
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High school rankings: Coweta remains No. 1, but Grove makes another big move in 5A
Barry Lewis: Sapulpa, Liberty prevail in pivotal thrillers; Cascia extends playoff streak
High school football: Week 10 schedule
Bill Haisten: For Union's Shaker Reisig, an 89% Friday and a masterpiece season
Week 9: Jenks and Coweta claim OT wins, area teams clinch district titles and playoff berths
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This week's topics: The amazing Emmanuel Crawford. Is Grove under-rated even after a big win? Muskogee continues to impress with young QBs and are the Roughers under-rated? Which teams have big Week 9 games. Barry Lewis, Dean Ruhl and Patrick Prince discuss.
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Week 9's best games: Broken Arrow at Jenks is top game
Barry Lewis: QB depth growing in importance for state title contenders
High school rankings: Grove makes big jump in 5A after win over Collinsville
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In this bonus edition of the OK Preps Extra podcast, Dean Ruhl talks with the Stillwater senior quarterback about a variety of topics, including his thoughts that kids in the Tulsa area transfer too much, his thoughts on NIL as well as what it's like to have Mike Gundy for a dad.
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Bill Haisten: In Bixby, a commitment to basics and amazing results
Grove-Collinsville, Muskogee-BTW, Kiefer-Beggs highlight Week 8's matchups
Tulsa World Winter Sports Photo Day set for Oct. 26
Barry Lewis: Veteran coaches guide Owasso, Ponca City, Holland Hall through stormy starts
Week 7 full coverage: Big scoring nights for Union's McKinney, Rejoice's Marley, Sand Springs' McCoy
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The Spartans have no doubt been dominant, but Union might have something to say about that. Plus, Dean and Barry break down their top games this week: Grove at Collinsville and Muskogee at Booker T. Washington. Also, Rejoice Christian offense comes up big without its star quarterback.
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Bill Haisten: In Bixby, a commitment to basics and amazing results
Grove-Collinsville, Muskogee-BTW, Kiefer-Beggs highlight Week 8's matchups
Tulsa World Winter Sports Photo Day set for Oct. 26
Barry Lewis: Veteran coaches guide Owasso, Ponca City, Holland Hall through stormy starts
Week 7 full coverage: Big scoring nights for Union's McKinney, Rejoice's Marley, Sand Springs' McCoy
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It's here regardless. Barry and Dean have opposing views. Plus, Booker T. finds its offense, concerns at Jenks and Union and Mustang in a marquee 6AI matchup.
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Week 7 schedule
This week's must-see game
Mason Ford helps Coweta vault to No. 1 in 5A rankings
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Bixby won by 80 points last week. Stillwater won by 85 the week before. A discussion about mercy rules and the running clock. Plus, Barry and Dean pick their first-half MVPs and well as look ahead to another week of intriguing matchups.
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Fantastic finish: McAlester 34, Del City 33
Week 6’s must-see game: Wagoner (3-2) at Cushing (5-0)
Meet Solomon Morton, Rejoice Christian's under-the-radar scoring machine who's 'identical' to Cole Adams
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One of the area's top recruits has an interesting conversation with Dean Ruhl in this bonus edition of the OK Preps Extra podcast. Why did he pick Arkansas? Why didn't he pick USC or Notre Dame? What are his thoughts on NIL? Tease also talks about why he remains loyal to Booker T. Washington while some other high profile athletes have left for other schools.
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Week 5 top games
Micah Tease No. 2 in All-World rankings
Must-see game: Stillwater at Booker T. Washington
Week 5 numbers to know and players to watch
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In this week's episode, Barry Lewis and Dean Ruhl break down 3A, a class we knew was stacked, but it's proving to be even better. Dean shares his thoughts on Muskogee's Jamarian Ficklin, a "star in the making." Dean and Barry disagree on the week's best game. Appears as if a shot clock in high school basketball is going to happen. Is that a good idea? And, finally, Barry and Dean -- two big baseball fans -- share their thoughts on the latest rule changes.
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This week's must-see game
Bixby football's Christian Kaiser 'rolling with it' after becoming viral TikTok sensation
Week 5 rankings
Week 5 schedule
Barry Lewis: Claremore Sequoyah soaring again with 4-0 start
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In this bonus episode of the high school podcast, Dean Ruhl talks to the Bixby QB about his dreams, his recruitment, growing up around football and being a Tom Brady fan and more.
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NOAH's Daniel Okoye, enamored with strength training, has become a Division I darling
Metro Christian QB Kirk Francis debuts in All-World rankings
Week 4's top games include longtime rivalries like Union-Owasso and Muskogee-Sand Springs
This week's games
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In this week's episode, Barry Lewis and Dean Ruhl reveal their surprise 3-0 teams. Rogers has impressed Barry. Dean is very impressed with Reese Roller and Verdigris. Dean and Barry also talk about which player has stood out so far this season.
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Verdigris routs Beggs in 40-6 win, Demons honor former running back with field dedication
This week's rankings
All-World QBs shine in Week 3
This week's games
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Plus, Travis Hill's Muskogee squad a surprise at 3-0 and what's up with Broken Arrow being 0-3? Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince discuss.
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Next All-World QB candidates: Coweta's Carson Laverty, Bixby's Connor Kirby, Muskogee's Jamarian Ficklin
Wagoner-Grove rematch highlights Week 3's top games; 3A powers visit Arkansas
High school rankings: Rejoice Christian moves up to No. 2 after winning 2A showdown over Beggs
Barry Lewis: Union playmaker Jino Boyd follows NFL star's example
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As the Backyard Bowl between Jenks and Union is nearly here, Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince talk about Bill Haisten's column today that discussed the reason why quarterback Shaker Reisig moved from the Trojans to the Redhawks. Lewis and Prince also break down the rivalry and other top Week 2 games. Plus, Booker T. Washington and Holland Hall's slow starts to the season.
Related content:
Bill Haisten: From Shaker Reisig's dad, insight on the move that rocked a rivalry
After three consecutive losses to Jenks, Union 'fighting' to regain Backyard Bowl trophy
Barry Lewis: Rogers gives former OSU football standout Levy Adcock a memorable head coaching debut
Week 2's top matchups include Backyard Bowl, Patriot Bowl
High school rankings: McAlester solidifies No. 1 position in 5A after Battle of the Border win
Bill Haisten: For 2-0 but injury-riddled Jenks, a cruel set of circumstances
Bill Haisten: As Redhawks roll, it’s crystal clear — Union and Bixby are Oklahoma’s best
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Barry Lewis shares his biggest takeaways from Week 0 games as the 2022 high school football season is underway. Big statements from Bixby (over Owasso), Coweta (over MWC Carl Albert) and Lincoln Christian (over Holland Hall). Plus, a look ahead to Week 1's top games.
Related content:
Voting ends 10 a.m. Tuesday: Click here to vote for the Bill Knight Automotive high school football player of the week for Week 0
Barry Lewis: Lincoln Christian QB Luke Milligan learns from `playmaker' predecessor Max Brown
Bill Haisten: First impressions — Bixby, Union, Lincoln and Rejoice are really, really good
Owasso's Cole Adams likely out for regular season after injury versus Bixby
5A No. 6 Coweta surprises No. 2 MWC Carl Albert 44-14
Week 0: Lincoln Christian dominates Holland Hall in 3A finals rematch
Bill Haisten: Messy yet glorious – Bixby’s statement victory in its Class 6AI debut
Jenks holds on for 13-10 win over Edmond Santa Fe
Week 1's must-see game: Union (1-0) at Broken Arrow (0-1)
Week 1: High school schedule
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Barry Lewis breaks down the preseason high school football team rankings with Patrick Prince in this week's episode. Why is Jenks No. 1 over Owasso and Bixby in 6AI? Why Booker T. Washington over Stillwater in 6AII? Verdigris or Lincoln Christian in 3A? Plus, the top players to look forward to watching this fall.
Related content:
District football previews: Owasso, Union are a toss-up in 6AI-2; Jenks gets edge over Bixby in 6AI-1
6AI breakdown: Two-time defending champion Jenks in rare position as favorite
6AII breakdown: BTW, Stillwater, Choctaw are top contenders for gold ball
Oklahoma high school football preseason rankings: See the top-10 in all classes
2022 Oklahoma high school football state champion staff picks
Here are the 25 best high school football players in Oklahoma
2022 high school football preview: Analysis, picks, predictions and class breakdowns
Owasso's Cole Adams ranks No. 1 in All-World Preseason Top 10
Battle of the 'Burbs, Class 3A title rematch highlight Week 0's openers
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Jenks is in good shape regardless of who is starting at quarterback, but with Shaker Reisig to Union and Jackson Presley back to California, Ike Owens is the likely starter. Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince give an update on area high school football and recap the All-World Awards winners in their latest podcast.
Related content:
Bill Haisten: For the state’s top program, Jenks’ Ike Owens savors a heavy responsibility
Circumstances result in QB Jackson Presley’s move from Jenks back to Los Angeles
Watch Now: Jenks' Jalyn Stanford and Jaiden Carroll top Preseason All-World position rankings
Bill Haisten: As prep QB changes feel like free agency, a glimpse at how this season might look
Stars shine on area athletes at 2022 All-World Awards Banquet
How Owasso's Brennan Phillips was named All-World baseball player of the year over Jackson Holliday, the top pick in the draft
Stillwater's Jackson Holliday selected No. 1 overall by Baltimore in 2022 MLB Draft
Note: All-World preseason football contest winners will be announced in the Aug. 21 high school football preview section.
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The Owasso receiver announced he's going to Alabama, plus All-World preseason football contest starts soon and two in-state stars prepare for the July 17 baseball draft. Could one of them be the overall top pick?
Plus, Barry and Patrick talk about the joys of watching pro baseball in Kansas City.
Related
Bill Haisten: Cole Adams makes another big play as the Owasso receiver chooses Alabama
Bill Haisten: As prep QB changes feel like free agency, a glimpse at how this season might look
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Summer is supposed to be less busy, but Mick Wilson is staying plenty busy this summer with all that is going on with Tulsa Public Schools. He's been the Tulsa Public Schools AD for almost a year, he joins Barry Lewis on the OK Preps Extra podcast to discuss facilities improvements at Rogers, Hale and Booker T. Washington, student transfers, what he learned from Gil Cloud and how he manages to walk eight miles a day.
Related
Mick Wilson named new TPS director of athletics
As prep QB changes feel like free agency, a glimpse at how this season might look
Bill Haisten: Already with Power 5 offers, freshman QB Jackson Presley enrolls at Jenks
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There have always been movements among high school football teams, but Barry Lewis noted to Patrick Prince that former Jenks quarterback Shaker Reisig going to Union was shocking.
A freshman who won a 6AI state championship going to its rival is stunning. Lewis joked that it reminded him of the former TV series "Friday Night Lights."
Resig will have competition to start at Union; Simian Gilkey, a super athletic junior who last season was at Bartlesville, is also with the Redhawks.
Jenks also has a new quarterback for the new season: Freshman Jackson Presley. Twenty-nine years ago, Jackson's father, Brian Presley, was a sophomore when he quarterbacked Jenks to the Class 6A championship. When Brian graduated in the spring of 1996, he did so as a QB who had been 24-2 as the Trojan starter.
Is this like college football's transfer portal? What does the OSSAA think of these move-in athletes? Prince and Lewis discuss these offseason developments and more.
Notable All-World dates:
July 2-10: Spring sports All-World finalists and honorees
July 3: All-World preseason football position rankings unveiled and voting begins
Aug. 2: 2022 All-World Awards banquet, presented by Bill Knight Automotive
Related stories
Jenks rallies to retain 6AI gold ball with victory over rival Union
Bill Haisten: Prep football shocker – Jenks QB Shaker Reisig makes the move to Union
Kirk Fridrich, Emily Barkley: Arrival of Jenks QB complies with Union’s move-in rules
Bill Haisten: Already with Power 5 offers, freshman QB Jackson Presley enrolls at Jenks
Bill Haisten: As prep QB changes feel like free agency, a glimpse at how this season might look
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It's three months away, but Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince are ready for high school football season, as H.A. Chapman Stadium will host the “Battle of the ‘Burbs” season opener between Bixby and Owasso at 7:35 p.m. Aug. 25. Presenting sponsor is QuikTrip.
Related stories
Watch Now: Bixby-Owasso 'Battle of the 'Burbs' football opener set for H.A. Chapman Stadium
Bill Haisten: A new QuikTrip treat – the Bixby-Owasso blockbuster on opening night
PGA Championship, final round: Shot of the day -- Justin Thomas' drive sets up winning playoff birdie
`Round the clock, final round: Fans treated to thrilling finish, extra golf after Tiger's exit changes some of their plans
Owasso returns to Class 6A baseball summit
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Lee Mayberry, Lou Dawkins take over at area programs. Mayberry grew up in Tulsa and played in the NBA. Dawkins is a TU legend.
Booker T. Washington standouts Kam Parker and Aaron Potter sign with colleges, but had to settle for jucos.
Former BTW football standout JJ Hester transfers to Oklahoma.
Bixby standout Parker Friedrichsen de-commits from Oklahoma State.
Related stories
Muskogee hires former TU great Lou Dawkins
Former NBA veteran, local basketball star Lee Mayberry takes over at Cascia Hall
BTW basketball standouts Aaron Potter, Kam Parker take juco route
Bixby guard Parker Friedrichsen decommits from OSU
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In this episode, Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince how the NFL Draft was kind of homegrown talent. Former local high school standouts Dax Hill (BTW), Malcolm Rodriguez (Wagoner) and Isaiah Thomas (Memorial) were all taken in last week's NFL Draft. Hill was taken in the first round.
Plus, a man who has seen tons of golf at Southern Hills, Barry explains why the 2001 U.S. Open tops his list of memorable majors.
Related stories
Memories of majors past: `Unbelievable' moments filled 2001 U.S. Open
Daxton Hill recalls moment Bengals called him during NFL Draft's first round
Memorial grad Isaiah Thomas drafted by Cleveland Browns
OSU linebackers Malcolm Rodriguez, Devin Harper taken in sixth round of NFL Draft
Guerin-teed it was quite a Saturday: Devin Harper's seeds, Perrion Winfrey's bark and Chris Paul's peace made for a memorable NFL Draft Day 3
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In this episode, Barry Lewis and Patrick Prince talk about the five All World Player of the Year finalists in boy's basketball: Memorial's Ty Frierson and Braydn Hubbard; Owasso's Caden Fry; Booker T. Washington's Aaron Potter; and Victory Christian's Joshua Udoumoh.
The Athletes of the Year winners will be announced at the sixth annual All-World Awards, presented by Bill Knight Automotive, on Tuesday, Aug. 2. Rod Thompson will be the keynote speaker hosted by the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center.
Also discussed:
- Why did Bixby junior Parker Friedrichsen, BTW senior Kam Parker and Bartlesville sophomore David Castillo make the All State first team, but not first team for All World?
- This year was the first year the Tulsa World had finalists for girl's Wrestler of the Year after feedback from readers.
- We are taking nominations for All World finalists in spring sports, as well as for the area's best fans, cheer squad, band, dance team and mascot. Details below.
Related content:
2021-22 All-World honorees: Boys wrestling | Girls wrestling | Boys swimming | Girls swimming | Girls basketball | Boys basketball | Fall sports
All-State honorees: Girls basketball | Boys basketball | Football
All World Awards tickets and nominations
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Talented, veteran QB Austin Havens transfers from Owasso to Bixby. Plus, an update on the All-World Awards.
Related content:
Bill Haisten: The plot thickens — Owasso QB Austin Havens transfers to Bixby
ICYMI: Here are the All-World teams in football, cross country, softball and volleyball
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Plus, could TU be a landing spot for Keylan Boone and comparing Owasso pitching star Brennan Phillips to former local star and current major league pitcher Dylan Bundy.
Related content:
Bill Haisten: Aaron Potter and Ty Frierson are ‘absolutely good enough' for TU or Oral Roberts
OSU's Keylan Boone transferring; twin Kalib plans to stay
Owasso's Brennan Phillips shuts out Sand Springs with 2-hitter
Fans hope Eric Konkol will restore TU basketball's glory days
Bill Haisten: Both for suddenly aggressive TU and Eric Konkol, a sensational event
All-State and All-World winter sports nominees and spring sports updates:
The Tulsa World is accepting nominees for All-State and All-World girls and boys basketball, wrestling and swimming through March 30. Email nominees to:
Wrestling and swimming: John Tranchina icelation@yahoo.com
Girls basketball: Kelly Hines kelly.hines@tulsaworld.com
Boys basketball: Barry Lewis barry.lewis@tulsaworld.com
Also, baseball, soccer, track and other spring sports coaches can email scores and updates to barry.lewis@tulsaworld.com or sports@tulsaworld.com throughout the season.
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Barry Lewis spent close to 36 hours watching basketball last week. In his weekly video here, he breaks down what he saw.
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The state basketball tournament is this week and Barry offers his breakdown on the 6A-4A boys. Plus, his quick thoughts on TU basketball, MLB lockout and Owasso baseball.
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It could be a difficult road for some teams as weather postponements forced shuffle in playoff schedule. There will be a lot of games in a short period of time.
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'The risk reward is not worth it now,' says high school sports editor Barry Lewis
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Barry Lewis breaks down the process of picking the finalists, the first and second team and honorable mention selections.
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Union's Dalen Fuller and Hale's Kabron Lewis are two of the area's top young players.
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Also, how the weather might affect the playoffs, how the transfer portal has affected recruiting and an update on All-World.
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Florida and Arkansas are landing Tulsa-area recruits. Plus, a recap of tournament week and breaking down the All-State process.
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Not that it's close to happening, but the OSSAA recently send a questionnaire to school administrators asking for their thoughts on the topic.
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How have Booker T. Washington and Central made dramatic turnarounds in 2022? Plus other area basketball news.
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Dax Hill making a name for himself at Michigan and Kevin Peterson and Zaven Collins starting to make their mark in NFL. Plus, Wagoner and Collinsville basketball on a roll.
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He's still very high on Memorial boys and the Bixby girls and how was Year 1 at the BOK Center?
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Previewing next week's Tournament of Champions. One local power is a contender again in basketball while one up north could be. Plus, a little about TU football.
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Tulsa World High School Sports Editor Barry Lewis offers insight and access into the teams, players and coaches for fans who follow high school sports.
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