Idabel’s Jahmauri McElroy-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Weyerhaeuser
Finding a job and getting his own car have given Jahmauri McElroy two reasons to feel proud of his senior year. The Idabel High School athlete counts those milestones alongside the progress he has made in football and powerlifting. McElroy plays outside linebacker, wide receiver and defensive end for Idabel. He also competes in track […]
Idabel’s Jakovi Jackson-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Weyerhaeuser
A championship performance may last only a few minutes, but Jakovi Jackson understands that it is built through countless ordinary days. The Idabel High School sophomore plays football and basketball, bringing the same disciplined approach to both sports. One of his proudest moments came this summer when he scored 15 points in an AAU basketball […]
Wright City’s Violet Christie-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Weyerhaeuser
Wright City freshman Violet Christie stays busy throughout the year, moving from cross country to basketball, softball and track. No matter the season, she approaches competition with the same priorities: work hard, finish strong and keep her faith at the center of what she does.Of everything Christie has experienced, one personal milestone stands above her […]
Valliant’s Kaleb Kyle-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Work Ready Idabel
Some of Kaleb Kyle’s most meaningful time away from football and basketball is spent in his mother’s special education classroom. When the Valliant High School junior’s schedule allows, he volunteers with the students. He fits it between sports, school and the National Honor Society. “I’ve always had a soft spot for those kids, and I […]
Valliant’s Abriana “Roo” Suhr-Athlete Spotlight-Presented by Weyerhaeuser
The streets of New York City are a long way from Valliant, but Abriana “Roo” Suhr carried a piece of her hometown with her when she performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Suhr earned that opportunity after being selected as an All-American cheerleader. Dancing through Manhattan became a defining memory, but the Valliant High […]