Q&A with Sand Springs Baller Saori Welch – Presented by Shelter Insurance Agent – Alan Copeland
VYPE: What goals do you have for this year in basketball? Saori Welch: To be a better version of myself than last season. VYPE: What has basketball taught you that you use in your daily life? SW: Basketball has taught me how to have a growth mindset and to stop dwelling so much on the past. VYPE: […]
Several Sandites Grab Post-Season Honors – Presented by Tulsa Bone and Joint
Head coach Shelli Brown led the Lady Sandites to the OSSAA Regional Tournament thisseason and several players picked up some post-season honors including Addie Hugheswho grabbed Class 6A All-District as a pitcher, All-Region team as well as All-State honorsfor the East team.Here are the award winners for the 2024 fastpitch season. 6A All-DistrictsAddie Hughes PitcherBella […]
Q&A with Sand Springs’ Wrestler Rylee Allen – Presented by RibCrib
VYPE: Rylee, what grade are you in and how long have you been involved in wrestling?Rylee Allen: I am in 9th grade, and I started wrestling three years ago.VYPE: What have you enjoyed most about the sport?RA: Getting pushed to do my best. VYPE: What is the strength of your skill set and what have you […]
Q&A with Sand Springs’ Tessa Urrey – Presented by Fred Ballard Insurance
VYPE: Tessa, what grade are you this year and when did you start wrestling?Tessa Urrey: I am a junior, and I started wrestling my sophomore year.VYPE: What have you enjoyed most about the sport?TU: The thing I enjoy most is the discipline it has taught me, and that no matter what thatyou just have to […]
Sand Springs’ DeShayna Custard: Mom of the Month – Presented by RibCrib
DeShayna Custard is the mother of multiple children, but currently has one competing under the gold and black Sandite colors. Kaydrin Bowden is a sophomore who has tried many sports, but basketball is her life, according to Custard. Custard is a very hands-on parent especially when it comes to supporting her children in their endeavors. […]
Tulsa Area Underclassmen to Watch – Presented by Advanced Orthopedics of Oklahoma
Boys Basketball Mike Alexander – Bishop Kelley Just a freshman, Mike has athleticism ready for the varsity level. He has a great motor and can knock down the three. He has a great chance to see varsity minutes this season. Aiden White – Bixby Aiden was a solid member of the eighth grade team last […]
Sand Springs’ Alex Dudley – Football Spotlight – Presented by Inkwell
Alex Dudley Charles Page High School Sand Springs football standout Alex Dudley has played the game for as long as he can remember. Now a junior, Dudley started his football journey when he was entering elementary school. “I am in the 11th grade, and I started played my when I was in the 1st grade,” […]
Sand Springs’ Dawsen Briscoe – Golf Spotlight – Presented by Tour Quality Golf
Sand Springs’ Dawsen Briscoe By Trina Walker Dawsen Briscoe’s athletic pursuits are diverse. He can be found on the golf course and on the wrestling mat. Whatever sport he represents, Dawsen enjoys wearing the black and gold of Charles Page High School in Sand Springs. Dawsen is a senior this year. He has learned valuable lessons playing […]
Sand Spring’s Deke Thompson – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Alan Copeland, Shelter Insurance
Deke Thompson – Sand Springs When the Sandites and head coach Eric Savage take the court this season, it’s with the intention of making a deep run in the playoffs. One player the Sandites will lean on this season is Deke Thompson. Thompson will play point guard and shooting guard as a senior. Thompson said […]
Sand Springs Sandites – Boys Basketball Team Preview – Presented by Eric Davidson, State Farm Insurance
SAND SPRINGS SANDITES BOYS Coach: Eric Savage 23-24 Record: 17-10 OUTLOOK The season is setting up nicely for the Sandites and head coach Eric Savage as he returns plenty of experience to the court. “Look to build off a 17-10 record from last year. Returning all five top producers from last year,” said coach Savage. […]