2025 Idabel Cross Country Preview – Presented by Kiamichi Family Medical Center
Young would be the word of the day to describe the cross-country teams for Idabel this upcoming fall. On the boys’ side, the team is led by junior Cassidy Pondexter. “He’s a solid worker and the leader of our team,” said coach John Harjo. “He’s a sprinter in track but he’s done well in cross […]
Idabel’s Chris Bloodsoe – Football Spotlight – Presented by New Century Abstract
High school football has been a pretty sweet ride for Idabel senior Chris Bloodsoe. For the last three years the Warriors have made it to the state quarterfinals in a sport the big lineman loves. “I just like the physicality of football where you can just go out and hit people and have fun,” you […]
Idabel’s Cassidy Pondexter – Football Spotlight – Presented by Smith Equipment Company
For Idabel’s Cassidy Pondexter, every run has purpose. With a clear vision for what he wants to achieve, this junior cross-country runner isn’t just chasing miles—he’s chasing a dream. “To do my best and make it to state,” Cassidy said of his personal goals heading into the season. It’s not about perfection, it’s about progress—and […]
2025 Valliant Football Photo Spread – Presented by McCurtain County National Bank
2025 Broken Bow Football Spread – Presented by McCurtain County National Bank
Valliant’s Ryder Evans – Football Spotlight – Presented by Weyerhaeuser
“Ryder Evans is the definition of a program kid.” That’s how Valliant second-year coach Joe Jones describes the young sophomore linebacker and tight end. “He does things right on and off the field and is self-motivated to get better every day and has a strong work ethic. He’s a good football player but an even […]
2025 Valliant Football Preview – Presented by Work Ready Idabel
VALLIANT BULLDOGS Coach: JOE JONES 5-6 OFFENSE After reaching the playoffs in 2024, the Valliant Bulldogs are hungry for more in 2025, and head coach Joe Jones is confident his squad has what it takes to push even further. “We return eight starters on both sides of the ball. I think our experience and the […]
2025 Wright City Cross Country – Presented by Pine Cellular
WRIGHT CITY LUMBERJAX & LADY JAX Coach: JOHNNY CRABTREE 2024 Boys Record: Won Two Meets 2024 Girls Record: Did Not Win a Meet BOYS The Wright City Lumberjax cross country team is poised for a breakout season following a strong finish last fall. With a talented and determined group returning, head coach Johnny Crabtree is […]
VOTE NOW! Which McCurtain County Area running back should we feature? – Presented by Pine Cellular (Poll Ends 7/17)
The 2025 high school football season is just around the corner, and VYPE is looking for which area running back to feature in an upcoming issue of our magazine. Take a moment to vote for your nominee below. If you know of a running back who deserves to be added to the list, please email […]
2025 Idabel Warriors Football Preview – Presented by Idabel Express Pharmacy
IDABEL WARRIORS Coach: BRAXTON KINCADE 8-4 OFFENSE A fresh era of Idabel football is underway, and head coach Braxton Kincade is making sure the Warriors are ready to make some noise. Entering his first year as head coach and third overall with the program, Kincade is leaning on a gritty group of veterans while grooming […]