OK Preps Extra

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. Related Antwain Jimmerson ready to return `home' as East Central's football coach Edmond North defeats Owasso for TofC boys title; Metro Christian, Weatherford, Dale show gold-ball form  | Barry Lewis' four takeaways Owasso's Jalen Montonati exp...

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. Related Early Signing Period 2023: Complete coverage of OU, OSU and TU, loc...

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. Related Bixby offensive lineman...

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 Pa...

Barry Lewis shares his thoughts and insights on the retirement of a local coaching legend who is retiring after 40 seasons as a coach. Related 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 tran...

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. Related 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 Xa...

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. Related High school football: Complete playoff glance Week 14's must-see game: Bixby (12-0) vs. Jenks (8-4) Muskogee h...

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.  Related 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 Reis...

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 t...

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. Related 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 Hogs...

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. Related Bill Haisten: For the Owasso Rams and QB Knox Dyson, a 509-yard home run Sapulpa joins 5A rankings while Kelley, Claremore,...

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 O...

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 Book...

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...

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. Related El Reno's Malachi Nicholson sets s...

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...

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...

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 g...

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...

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:                                                             ...

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. Related Union dominates Westmoore on opening night Bill Haisten: A 42-16 reminder that Bixby still is the gold standard in Class 6AI How Loren Mont...

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...

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.  Related NOAH's Danny Okoye narrows college choices to OU, five others Broken Arrow looks to make early statement; OSU, TU, others offer Ha...

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...

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. Related Bill Haisten: All-World winner Stailee Heard’s final 8.2 seconds of Sapulpa...