OK Preps Extra

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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Greyson Lewallen, Titus Miller propel Catoosa past Victory in Port City Classic semifinals; Kelley edges Edison

Boys basketball: Notes, rankings, games and players to watch for Jan. 16

Bill Knight Automotive basketball players of the week for Jan. 9-15: Holland Hall's Jadon Cool, Mannford's Kylie Hewitt

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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All-World Awards: See the 2021-22 winners in all categories

2021 All-World football: Player of year finalists, first team, second team and honorable mention

2021 All-State football first and second team and honorable mention

Sports Writer Barry Lewis' most memorable stories of 2022

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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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E-mail nominees to: [email protected] (basketball) and [email protected] (wrestling and swimming)

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The 6AI football championship: should it stay in Edmond or be played in Tulsa?

Bill Haisten: 6AI football idea – a stand-alone Monday situation and a local title game

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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Bill Haisten: TU's local movement starts to really roll with two Union commits

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' honor `means 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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Bill Haisten: The Bixby-Owasso showdown — a beautiful gift on opening night

Bill Haisten: With guts and a 357-yard run game, Jenks shocks Bixby and ends the streak

NBC's 'Today' show football segment features Bixby High School

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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Bixby's Cale Fugate receives top 6AI-1 defensive award, but state champion Spartans shut out on MVP honors

Connor Kirby leads Bixby's 69-6 rout over Owasso for title

Breaking down Bixby’s 69-6 win against Owasso in the Class 6AI state title game

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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This week's top games

Barry Lewis: Owasso's Anthony Hills, J'Kharri Thomas develop into key playmakers

Fantastic finish: Owasso 50, Union 47, 6 OTs

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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Meet Jamarian Ficklin, an avid film junkie becoming the next great QB in Oklahoma

This week's schedule

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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This week's schedule

Individual area state leaders

This week's top games

Barry Lewis: Hominy ready to resume Thanksgiving tradition

Final rankings: Grove moves to No. 1 in 5A

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Nominations, scores and stats:

Barry Lewis will be taking nominations for Athletes of Week this season. 

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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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Barry Lewis: Football newcomer Cameron Sarey becomes `real weapon' for top-ranked Union

This week's rankings

This week's must-see game: Broken Arrow at Union

Week 11 scores

This week's schedule

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High School Sports Editor Barry Lewis: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories

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Nominations, scores and stats:

Barry Lewis will be taking nominations for Athletes of Week this season. 

[email protected]

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