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    Record: 11-2 | Rank: 9
    vs MoorelandW7-0
    8/26
    @ Crooked OakW8-46
    9/2
    vs MorrisonW18-7
    9/9
    vs WatongaW48-15
    9/23
    @ CHAW13-26
    9/30
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    10/13
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    10/21
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    10/21
    @ Minco42-32
    GAME LIVE NOW!
     
    @ CashionW21-28
    11/3
    vs Dibble
    OSSAA State First Round at Crescent
    W46-14
    11/11
    vs Mooreland
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    W19-18
    11/18
    vs Gore
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    L13-69
    11/25

    Week 1 - OKpreps Standouts

    9/7/2020 |  Ben Johnson

    Top performers 

    Dewar

    Joey Fowler - Passing 20 of 22 for 252 yards and 4 TD’s 0 int’s / Rushing 19 for 156 yards and 1 TD / 11 tackles on defense


    Vian

    Javyn Wright - 24 rushes 249 yards 3 tds / 1 passing td


    Grove

    Emmanuel Crawford - 29 rushes, 197 yards, 1 TD / 2 receptions, 33 yards


    Lawton Mac

    Nasir Kemper - 4TDs / Kickoff return TD / 98 yard TD run / 2 yard TD run / 21 yard TD reception / 250+ all purpose yards


    Tonkawa 

    Tristan Burdick - 231 yds on 15 carries for 4 tds


    Kellyville

    Trevor Jones - 19 carries for 236 yds and 3 tds


    Durant

    Fransisco Avila - 19 rushes, 332 yards, 5 TDs


    Stillwater

    Qwontrel Walker - 29 carries, 228 yards, 5 TDs


    Chelsea

    Cash Ramsey - 23 carries, 300 yards, 4 TDs


    Bixby

    Mason Williams - 26/40 passing, 5 TDs, 231 yds





    Honor roll

    McLoud 

    Clint Campbell - Soph. RB - 15 carries for 121 yards, 2-TD’s, 2-2 pt. conv.

    3 catches for 67 yards. 1 TD


    Holland Hall

    Owen Ostroski: 9 solo tackles/2 assisted/6.5 for loss/ 4 QB hurries/2 sacks/ 1 forced fumble


    Depew

    Tavin Hunt - 10 carries 117 yards and 2 rushing TDs. 2 catches for 25 yards. 15 tackles and 2 picks (1 being a pick 6)



    Tulsa Memorial 

    Elvis Grayson: Senior - 2 rushing TDs / 1 catch for a 2pt Conv. / 8 Tackles 1 TFL

    Scored 14 of team’s 15 points

    He helped stop Central on 4th and inches late in the fourth quarter and got the first down to seal the game! 



    Inola

    Landon Prows was 20-33 for 345 yards, 3 td's and 0 picks.

    Gavin Williams caught 4 passes for 165 and 2 td's.



    Thomas

    Ethan Hamberlin 15 carries 211 yards 2 TD

    Jayce Miller 8 tackles- Int- blocked punt


    Cache 

    Hunter Tate. 6 carries 118 yards 2TDs, 2 receptions 63 yds 1TD / 7 Tackles / He only played first half


    Dewar

    Ty Whitlow - 11 catches for 193 yards and 3 TD’s



    Lawton 

    Christian Houston - 20 carries 150 yards 2 tds



    Ardmore

    Anton Scallion - 16 carries for 190 yards & 3 TDs



    Wagoner

    Braden Drake - 159 yards on 18 carries with 2 tds.  Also had 8 tackles

    Isaac Smith - 8 tackles, 3 sacks, and a fumble recovery



    Christian Heritage

    Kye Davis - 10/17 passing, 262yds. 3 TDS and 1 int / 3 carries, 47 yds

    Cade Hale - 5 receptions, 186 yds, 1 TD / 4 tackles



    Cashion

    Brexton Green - 7-198-4TDs receiving


    Purcell

    Sam Wofford - 12 tackles, 1 sack

    Kody Kroth - 19-34 for 339 2tds no Ints 


    Crescent

    Hunter Wilmoth - 10 rushes 150 yds 3 rushing td. 1 passing td


    Chandler

    Casmen Hill - 10 carries for 143 yds, 2 TD / 95 yard kick return for a TD / 4 receptions for 53 yds


    Frederick

    Adrian Gaytan - 9-14 passing, 167 yds 2 td’s


    Pawnee

    Trevor Mitchell - 19 rushes, 144 yards, 1 TD

    Blake Skidgel - 20 rushes, 109 yards, 3 TDs


    Carl Albert

    Noah Dobson (offensive tackle) - Coaching staff graded him at a 90 percent


    Antlers

    Isaac Sorrells - Kick return for a TD / Rushing TD / two 2pt conversions / 48 yards receiving / 12 tackles 


    Grove

    Greg McCurdy - 4 catches, 124 yards, 2 TDs


    Weatherford 

    Sam Hoffman - 14 carries 174yds 4 TD’s / 7 tackles



    Piedmont

    Caden Hendren - 3 catches for 100 yards 2 TDS / 11 tackles on defense.



    Collinsville

    Oscar Hammond (WR/FS  Junior) - 3 catches for 119, 2tds / 6 tackles


    Verdigris

    Alec James - 117 rushing yards and 2 TD / 40 receiving yards and 1 TD  / 4 tackles



    Checotah 

    Dontierre Fisher  - 11 carries 156 yards, 3 tds



    Washington 

    Luke Hendrix - 4 receptions 132 yards and 2 td



    Atoka

    Andrew McCall - 3 carries 158 yards rushing, two touchdowns



    Salina

    Jack Wilkins soph QB - 17 carries 157 yds rushing long of 66, 2 TD, 1 pass TD



    Skiatook

    Jace Woodrow (Corner) - 2 interceptions, 1 pick 6, 4 tackles. 



    Barnsdall

    Hunter Auschwitz - 13 carries, 128 yards, 3 TDs / 4 tackles, 1 sack

    Carson Auschwitz - 12 tackles, 5 for loss / 1 rush, 25 yards / 5 catches, 38 yards



    Enid

    Nate Gamble - 5 pancake blocks after rehabbing sprained ankle all week long



    Porter

    Caleb Brewer - 14 tackles, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery



    East Central

    Cunu Fields - 6/10 passing, 241 yards, 5 TDs + 1 67-yard rushing TD



    Stigler

    Ridge McClary - 14 rushes, 115 yds, 1 TD

    Bruce Engle - 12 tackles, 2 sacks



    Chelsea

    William Hampton - 4/9 passing, 63 yards, 2 TDs + 12 rushes, 121 yards, 2 TDs



    Tahlequah 

    Malik McMurtrey - 26 rushes, 135 yards, 1 TD





    Have a player of the week candidate? Let us know. Email Ben Johnson at  benjohnsontdp@gmail.com 





    **PHOTO CREDIT - JASON ELMQUIST - STILLWATER NEWSPRESS





    WEEK 3 PICKS

    9/20/2019 |  Ben Johnson

    Here’s how things stand through Week 2 and 44 games picked by the Skordle fellas (and a few wives).

    Last week

    Michael Swisher: 11-2
    Whitt Carter: 8-5
    Ben Johnson: 11-2
    Alicia Johnson: 11-2
    Madison Carter: 9-4

    Overall

    Swisher: 37-7
    Whitt: 27-17
    Ben: 30-14
    Alicia: 29-15
    Madison: 25-19


    Holland Hall at Metro Christian

    Michael Swisher: Metro Christian
    Whitt Carter: Metro Christian
    Ben Johnson: Metro Christian

    Kingfisher at Bethany

    Michael Swisher: Bethany
    Whitt Carter: Bethany
    Ben Johnson: Bethany

    Kingston at Sperry

    Michael Swisher: Sperry
    Whitt Carter: Sperry
    Ben Johnson: Sperry

    Putnam City North at Choctaw

    Michael Swisher: PC North
    Whitt Carter: PC North
    Ben Johnson: PC North

    Edison at Claremore

    Michael Swisher: Claremore
    Whitt Carter: Edison
    Ben Johnson: Edison

    Mustang at Westmoore

    Michael Swisher: Mustang
    Whitt Carter: Westmoore
    Ben Johnson: Mustang

    Elgin at Plainview

    Michael Swisher: Plainview
    Whitt Carter: Plainview
    Ben Johnson: Plainview

    Clinton at Lawton MacArthur

    Michael Swisher: Lawton Mac
    Whitt Carter: Lawton Mac
    Ben Johnson: Clinton

    Pawhuska at Morrison

    Michael Swisher: Pawhuska
    Whitt Carter: Pawhuska
    Ben Johnson: Pawhuska

    Ponca City at Collinsville

    Michael Swisher: Collinsville
    Whitt Carter: Collinsville
    Ben Johnson: Collinsville

    Chickasha at El Reno

    Michael Swisher: El Reno
    Whitt Carter: El Reno
    Ben Johnson: El Reno

    Oologah at Hilldale

    Michael Swisher: Oologah
    Whitt Carter: Oologah
    Ben Johnson: Oologah

    Checotah at Eufaula

    Michael Swisher: Checotah
    Whitt Carter: Eufaula
    Ben Johnson: Checotah

    Millwood at Cascia Hall

    Michael Swisher: Millwood
    Whitt Carter: Millwood
    Ben Johnson: Millwood

    Cashion at Crescent
    Michael Swisher: Cashion
    Whitt Carter: Cashion
    Ben Johnson: Cashion

    Hominy at Barnsdall
    Michael Swisher: Hominy
    Whitt Carter: Hominy
    Ben Johnson: Barnsdall


    SKORDLE ALL-STATE: Small school team and top honors

    1/11/2019 |  Ben Johnson

    Putting together an All-State team sounds like fun and games, but when you start narrowing down the field, you hate yourself for leaving off a player here or a player there. Trust me when I say it was not pleasant leaving off guys like Lincoln Christian’s Chase Ricke, Metro Christian’s Asher Link or Fairview’s Kade Dillard on the small school All-State list.

    For the small school team, it consists of players in Class 3A through Class C. Each class also had a designated Player of the Year, Offensive MVP and Defensive MVP.

    The teams were chosen by those who covered high school football for Skordle all year long: Michael Swisher, Whitt Carter and myself (Ben Johnson).

    And ps, there’s some hope in doing a podcast here before too long to discuss the thought process and how we ended up picking the teams. As for now, check out this year’s small school selections…

    Class superlatives

    Class 3A

    Player of the Year: CONNER CAREY (Heritage Hall) - A receiver by trade throughout most of his varsity career, Carey was called upon to switch to running back for his senior season. And he passed the test with flying colors. At 5 feet, 11 inches and 195 pounds, Carey rushed for 1,844 yards and 32 touchdowns on 204 carries. While leading the Chargers to another championship, Carey accounted for 163 yards on the ground and five touchdowns (four rushing, one receiving). On offense, Carey finished with 2,002 yards rushing and 1,315 yards receiving and 48 combined touchdowns. Carey was also a key contributor on defense during his senior season with 57 tackles, two sacks and two interceptions.
    Heritage Hall coach Brett Bogert: “Conner had one of the best individual all-around seasons by a Charger since I’ve been coaching here. He broke (Wes) Welker’s single-season touchdown record! It was awesome to watch him grow as a player and leader while excelling on the big stage this season. We will miss him.”

    Offensive MVP: JETT STERNBERGER (Kingfisher) - Despite missing two games, the Yellowjackets quarterback propelled Kingfisher all the way to the 3A semifinals. Sternberger, little brother of Texas A&M star Jace Sternberger, crushed opponents on the ground and through the air during his senior campaign. He completed 180 of 270 passes for 2,411 yards and 33 touchdowns and only five interceptions. He also ran for 481 yards and 13 touchdowns on 127 carries.
    Kingfisher coach Jeff Myers: “Jett has been a tremendous asset to us the last two years. His ability to run our offense has been a big reason for our success. Add in the injuries and changes we’ve endured at running back and offensive line, and his performances are even more impressive. We will certainly miss his presence as a player and a leader next year.”

    Defensive MVP: TREY KISER (Sulphur) - One of the state’s best two-way players in 2018, Kiser was a standout at 6 feet, 200 pounds. On defense, Kiser racked up 131 tackles and eight sacks for a Sulphur defense that yielded only 16.9 points per game. Kiser was also one of the state’s best ball carriers with 2,572 yards and 39 touchdowns on 293 carries. He even set a new Sulphur record with 403 yards on just 15 carries in the Bulldogs’ win over rival Davis on Sept. 7.
    Sulphur coach Jim Dixon: “He’s the best player I’ve ever coached. He’s truly as good as anyone I’ve ever coached. I’m really proud of the way he worked every year and his effort each day. And he was very, very blessed with a lot of ability. He’s a great kid and was a heck of a player.”

    Class 2A

    Player of the Year: BEAU TEEL (Sperry) - A two-year standout for the Pirates, Teel guided Sperry to its first-ever OSSAA championship without a blowout victory over Beggs. Along the way, the senior quarterback passed for 2,305 yards and 23 touchdowns while completing 133 of 233 passes. At 6-foot-1, 185 pounds, Teel accounted for 31 tackles, two sacks and an interception at linebacker. He polished off his career with 10,046 total yards through the air (7,635) and on the ground (2,411).
    Sperry coach Robert Park: “State champion quarterback for the Sperry Pirates. Nobody else can say that.”

    Offensive MVP: RYAN JOHNSON (Metro Christian) - Was the closest thing to a 1,000-yard rusher and 1,000-yard receiver in Oklahoma during the 2018 season, right alongside Heritage Hall’s Billy Ross Jr. Johnson was a nightmare for opposing defenses with 2,036 yards and 28 touchdowns on 184 carries. He also hauled in 47 passes from quarterback Asher Link for 609 yards and five touchdowns. And just for the heck of it, he completed 4 of 5 passes for 70 yards and two touchdowns. Johnson helped spark the Patriots to a 2A semifinal run, which ended with a loss to eventual runner-up Beggs.
    Metro Christian coach Jared McCoy: “He’s a great player. His best games were against our best competition and he did whatever he had to do to help us win. He averaged over 100 yard rushing and 100 yards receiving in our four playoff games. His kind of stats are really difficult to attain while operating in a pass-first offense where our quarterback also led 11-man football in passing yards. Ryan also had two late interceptions against Broken Bow to help us win that game and a couple of key tackles on defense in the playoffs that helped us beat Jones and Washington. I’m most proud of the type of young man Ryan is. He’s a 4.0 student that’s loved by his teachers, coaches and fellow students. He’s extremely gifted, yet very grounded and humble for the way God has gifted him.”

    Defensive MVP: RIVER SIMON (Vian) - Perhaps the hardest postseason superlative to hand out goes to a soon-to-be West Point cadet. The Army signee is another in a long line of Simon standouts at Vian. The 6-foot, 215-pound middle linebacker guided the Wolverines to the 2A quarterfinals, thanks to 128 tackles and eight sacks to cap off his senior season. “He was really, really good,” an opposing 2A coach said. “A great linebacker and one of the best tacklers I have seen.” On offense, he rushed for 466 yards and scored 11 touchdowns, and he even graded at 92 percent while blocking at tight end.
    Vian coach Gary Willis: “Toughest- and hardest-working player that I’ve ever coached. He’s played through a lot of pain throughout his high school career.”

    Class A

    Player of the Year: ZACH HALE (Christian Heritage) - The Crusaders had themselves a solid regular season, and they capped it off with a win over Crescent to steal the No. 4 spot in District A-3. That’s when the real fun started for Christian Heritage. While captivating the state as postseason darlings, the Crusaders knocked off Ringling, Thomas, Stroud and Rejoice Christian on their way finishing as Class A runners-up to Tonkawa. And leading the charge was Hale, a two-way standout at quarterback and free safety. Hale finished the season with 2,638 yards and 33 touchdowns while completing 193 of 309 passes, and he also ran for 867 yards and 11 touchdowns. On defense, he amassed 202 tackles, including 73 in the playoffs. Hale also finished his senior season with one sack and eight interceptions.

    Offensive MVP: JACOB BRUCE (Hulbert) - When you finish as the state’s leading rusher for a season, you’re probably due for some accolades. When you re-write the state’s record book for rushing yards, you’re guaranteed some postseason shine. And that’s what Bruce did in 2018, finishing his senior season with 3,268 yards and 41 touchdowns on 306 carries. He capped his career with 8,586 yards, which is 143 more than the previous record holder, Luther’s Larry Dupree (8,443). Bruce also scored on two kickoff returns this season while averaging 28.6 yards per return. For good measure, he added 57 tackles and five interceptions on defense.

    Defensive MVP: SIMEON SHEPARD (Tonkawa) - In a district full of offensive stalwarts, Tonkawa used defense to win the District A-5 crown -- and eventually the Class A championship. The Buccaneers gave up more than 20 points only twice, and neither one of the occurrences surfaced in the postseason. And all the while, Shepard was leading the way as the Bucs’ leading tackler, alongside fellow defensive star Braydon Hampton. Shepard’s impressive senior season included 176 tackles, 27 sacks/tackles for loss, four interceptions, including to returns for touchdowns (69 and 48 yards).

    Class B

    Player of the Year: GATLIN GOODSON (Shattuck) - Leading the Indians to their second consecutive title -- and third in four years -- was Goodson, who did it all for Shattuck. The senior quarterback rushed for 1,760 yards and 31 touchdowns on 124 carries. He passed on occasion and finished with 441 yards and nine touchdowns while completing 21 of 37 attempts. At free safety, he recorded 72 tackles and three interceptions.

    Offensive MVP: BRADEN GILBERT (Regent Prep) - Only two other passers in the history of Oklahoma high school football have had better seasons, yardage-wise, than what Gilbert put forth for the Rams. Gilbert passed for 4,065 yards and 63 touchdowns this season, and settled just behind Locust Grove’s Mason Fine (5,006 in 2014 and 4,227 in 2015) and Norman North’s Brandon Marquardt (4,609 in 2016). Gilbert’s 63 touchdowns were third-best in a single season, and he completed 195 of 328 passes along the way. The junior quarterback also rushed 105 times for 555 yards and 14 touchdowns while leading the Rams to the Class B title game.

    Defensive MVP: JAXSON WALKER (Davenport) - The junior middle linebacker made sure life was miserable for opposing offenses throughout the 2018 season. The Bulldogs gave up only 11.5 points per game prior to losing to Shattuck in the Class B semifinals, and leading the way was Walker with 98 tackles, one sack and two interceptions.


    Class C

    Player of the Year: SEMAJ MCBRIDE (Tipton) - The Tigers’ dynamic ball carrier finished off his varsity career by guiding Tipton to its third consecutive championship. And to help secure the Tigers’ seventh title, McBride took over in the second half of the championship game with 154 rushing yards and two touchdowns while adding in 43 receiving yards and a TD catch. He logged 128 carries for 1,654 yards during his senior campaign, and he hauled in 18 catches for 611 yards. He scored 26 total touchdowns. On defense, he collected 46 tackles, four interceptions and three fumble recoveries.

    Offensive MVP: BEN WEBB (Southwest Covenant) - Junior quarterback was instrumental in getting the Patriots to the Class C title game. Capped his year off by completing 109 of 177 passes for 2,130 yards and 40 touchdowns, and he also ran for 374 yards and nine touchdowns on 63 carries.

    Defensive MVP: BRYCE WAUGH (Tipton) - Senior defensive end led the Tigers’ defense throughout the season, including five shutout victories throughout the regular season. Waugh was instrumental for the Tigers while coming up with 73 tackles, five sacks and three interceptions.


    SMALL SCHOOL ALL-STATE TEAM

    Coach of the Year: ROBERT PARK (Sperry) - He’s spent two decades at Sperry, and in his 20th season Park claimed his first championship with the Pirates. In fact, it was Sperry’s first OSSAA championship with a 35-14 victory over Beggs in the 2A title game. Not bad for a coach of a program who most figured to have no shot at winning the gold ball. That’s because Millwood was the clear frontrunner by most who follow 2A football, but that was all derailed by Vian in the second round. The Pirates may have lost the District 2A-3 crown to Beggs with a Week 10 loss, but the Pirates rebounded and outscored opponents 252 to 55 in the playoffs, including a 56-8 thrashing of Adair to reach the state finals.


    Offense

    QB: Braden Gilbert (Regent Prep) - Junior quarterback logged the fourth-best season in Oklahoma history, yardage-wise. Threw for 4,065 yards and 63 touchdowns, which is the third-best among single season TD records in the Sooner State.
    RB: Andrew Crow (Rejoice Christian) - Senior tailback rushed for 2,554 yards and 43 touchdowns and even had 10 catches for 192 yards and a score.
    RB: Jacob Bruce (Hulbert) - Became the state’s all-time leading rusher by churning out 3,268 yards and 44 touchdowns during his senior season. Finished his career with 8,586 yards on the ground.
    RB/WR: Ryan Johnson (Metro Christian) - One of the state’s best rushing-receiving players with 2,036 yards and 28 touchdowns on the ground and 47 receptions for 609 yards and five touchdowns through the air during his senior season.
    WR: Jack Wright (Regent Prep) - Led the state in receiving as Gilbert’s top target. Junior wideout hauled in 81 catches for 1,840 yards and 34 touchdowns.
    WR: Sam Brueggeman (Lincoln Christian) - Was quarterback Chase Ricke’s favorite target in the passing game, and Brueggeman finished with 67 receptions, 1,487 yards and 17 touchdowns during his junior season.
    OL: Melvin Swindle (Heritage Hall) - Sophomore offensive lineman paved the way for the Chargers offense, which averaged 39.5 points per game, including 69 and 50 in the 3A semifinals and finals, respectively.
    OL: Baylor Christy (Beggs) - Senior Missouri State signee was the key cog on the Golden Demons’ offensive line, which spearheaded Beggs’ efforts in averaging 43.3 points per contest.
    OL: Eli Russ (Plainview) - Senior Oklahoma State signee received a 95 percent overall grade for his efforts along the Indians’ offensive front.
    OL: Perry Lewis (Millwood) - Junior guard was instrumental in the Falcons averaging 352.3 yards and 48.3 points per game.
    OL: Brandon Collier (Cashion) - Junior tackle led the Wildcats’ high-octane offense that posted 375.5 yards and 40.5 points per game.

    Defense

    DL: Walker Niver (Sperry) - Junior defensive end finished with 80 tackles and 10 sacks for a Pirates defense that only allowed 174 points in 15 games.
    DL: Kaavn Green (Crescent) - Senior tackle had 81 tackles, 18 tackles for loss and seven sacks for the Tigers.
    DL/LB: Jaden McDaniel (Heritage Hall) - Senior defensive specialist had 100 tackles and 12 sacks.
    LB: Zac Anderson (Eufaula) - Finished his career with the Ironheads with 159 tackles and 12 sacks during his senior season.
    LB: Trey Kiser (Sulphur) - Senior standout had 131 tackles and eight sacks on defense while also serving as one of the better running backs in the state.
    LB: Laike Wilhelm (Newkirk) - Senior collected 129 tackles and two sacks on defense and also turned produced 2,243 yards and 25 touchdowns rushing on offense.
    LB: Simeon Sheperd (Tonkawa) - Set a new Tonkawa record with 176 tackles during his senior season. Also had 27 sacks, four interceptions and six fumble recoveries.
    DB: Conner Carey (Heritage Hall) - Senior two-way player had 57 tackles, three sacks and two interceptions. Also led the Chargers with 1,844 rushing yards and 32 TDs.
    DB: Zach Hale (Christian Heritage) - The Crusaders’ sparkplug through the playoffs who finished off his senior season with 202 tackles, one sack and eight interceptions. Also passed for 2,600-plus yards and 33 touchdowns.
    DB: Gatlin Goodson (Shattuck) - Senior free safety had 72 tackles and three interceptions. Also served as quarterback and ran for 17,60 yards during his senior season.
    DB: Dawson James (Berryhill) - Sophomore snagged 12 interceptions while also recording 30 tackles for the Chiefs.

    Special teams

    K: Alex Felkins (Holland Hall) - Columbia signee was the state’s leader with 15 field goals. Senior kicker’s longest in 2018 was 41 yards.
    P: Zach Ramay (Fairview) - Senior averaged 39.7 yards per punt for the Yellowjackets in 2018.
    KR/PR: DeMariyon Houston (Millwood) - Finished the season with three kickoff returns for 184 yards and one touchdown, and also had four punt returns for 145 yards and a touchdown. Senior wideout also caught 35 passes for 772 yards and 11 TDs.
    ATH: Beau Teel (Sperry) - Passed for 2,305 yards and 23 touchdowns and rushed for 14 touchdowns. Senior linebacker also had 31 tackles, two sacks and one interception.
    ATH: Jett Sternberger (Kingfisher) - Senior quarterback completed 180 of 270 passes for 2,411 yards and 33 touchdowns. Also ran for 481 yards and 13 touchdowns on the ground.

    And let us know what you think. Tweet at Skordle or email Ben Johnson at benjohnsontdp@gmail.com.


    *Photo credit: Russell Stitt

    Week 10: Top 10 games

    10/30/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    The playoffs are here! Well, not quite but for some teams it will feel that way. Some teams are playing to extend their seasons while some are playing to better position themselves for long postseason runs. Week 10 is always a whirlwind, so buckle up and hold on!

    Here's what's on tap:

    1. 6AII No. 1 Stillwater (9-0) at 6AII No. 4 Del City (7-2): It has been a day or two since Stillwater last laid claim to a district championship. Since 1995 to be exact. Pioneers can clinch the District 6AII-1 title with a win. A Del City victory (plus a Midwest City win over PC West) creates a three-way tie at the top of the district with district points deciding the champion. Stillwater is 2-0 against Del City, but they haven't played since 2007.

    2. 5A No. 1 Carl Albert at 5A No. 4 Bishop McGuinness (8-1): If these two are squaring off, there's always something significant on the line. Last season it was the Class 5A championship. This time, it's for 5A-2 supremacy. The winner claims the district crown. For Carl Albert, it would two years in a row. For the Irish, it would be the third district title in four years.

    3. A No. 2 Cashion (9-0) at A No. 3 Minco (8-1): Take the Stillwater-Del City playoff scenario and apply it here. Cashion wins the District A-3 title with a win. A victory for Minco creates a logjam atop the district with Crossings Christian off for the way and cemented at 7-1 in the district. A Cashion win also moves Minco to third. 

    4. 2A No. 2 Sperry (9-0) at 2A No. 4 Beggs (8-1): It's been 77 years -- SEVENTY. SEVEN. -- since Sperry was 9-0. The Pirates have won a district title more recently than that (1992), but it's still been a long time for that, too. Beggs, on the other hand, is coming off a runner-up finish in Class 3A, so this is familiar territory for the Demons. The winner here claims the District 2A-3 title, and the loser finishes second. The quarterback matchup -- Sperry's Beau Tell against Beggs' Dalton Spring -- should be a good one, too.

    5. 3A No. 3 John Marshall (8-1) at 3A No. 7 Kingfisher (6-3): Winner finishes second in 3A-1 and gets a home playoff game. Loser finishes third and hits the road -- likely to Plainview -- in the first round of the playoffs.

    6. 4A No. 8 Hilldale (8-1) at 4A No. 1 Poteau (9-0): Poteau will have to reverse a recent trend if it wants to win District 4A-4. The Pirates can win the district with a win, but a Hilldale victory likely creates a three-team tie atop the standings with Broken Bow also involved. The streak Poteau has to end is its losing ways to Hilldale, who has beaten the Pirates four times in a row, dating bcak to 2010. Poteau's last win over Hilldale was 2009.

    7. 6AI No. 7 Owasso (5-4) at 6AI No. 5 Putnam City North (8-1): Neither one can catch Union in 6AI-2, but the Panthers can lock up second place with a win over Owasso, the reigning 6AI champion. An Owasso win likely means the Rams, PC North finish in a tie for second and resort to district points. A win for PC North would be its first ever against Owasso. The Rams are 4-0 all-time against PC North.

    8. 5A No. 7 Tahlequah (8-1) at 5A No. 9 Claremore (6-3): This one is simple enough -- winner gets second place in 5A-4, the loser finishes third. The running back battle between Tahlequah's Dae Dae Leathers and Claremore's Jace Hightower should be fun to watch.

    9. 6AII No. 2 Bixby (8-1) at 6AII No. 7 Muskogee (6-3): Regardless of records, it seems as though Bixby always struggles with Muskogee. The Spartans have secured the 6AII-2 title and can look toward a home playoff game next week, while Muskogee needs a win to finish third in 6AII-2.

    10. 5A No. 5 Altus (8-1) at 5A No. 10 Duncan (8-1): Same at the Tahlequah-Claremore game -- winner gets second place, loser finishes third.


    Honorable mention

    Edmond Santa Fe at Norman: The Wolves are in the playoffs, but a win would assure a third-place finish. A Norman victory gives the Tigers a chance to make the playoffs with Westmoore headed to Jenks.

    Ada at Edison: Winner finishes second in 5A-3, loser gets third since both Edison and Ada are vastly ahead of McAlester in district points.

    Clinton at Cache: The Red Tornadoes are no strangers to district titles with 38, according to Iwasatthegame.com. Yet, Clinton hasn't won one since 2011. Cache hasn't won one since 1983. It's a winner-take-all game in 4A-1.

    Oologah at Catoosa: A Catoosa win likely means third place and would leave Bristow and Wagoner to settle the district title. An Oologah victory likely means Bristow, Wagoner and Oologah finish tied for the district title, and would likely go to Bristow based on district points.

    Checotah at Lincoln Christian: Well, the best way to describe the District 3A-3 standings is jumbled. But don't over-think it. More likely than not, Seminole, Stigler and Idabel should bag victories this week, so this game will decide whether there's a five-way tie for first place or a three-way tie for second place. Either way, it's all about district points at that stage.

    Locust Grove at Vinita: After Berryhill at the top of this district, it gets a bit chaotic. Vinita need to win to keep its playoff hopes alive, whereas Locust Grove claims second place with a win.

    Lindsay at Kingston: Even if Lindsay wins here, Kingston will have wrapped up its first district championship since 1987. That's how sizeable Kingston's district points lead is.

    Panama at Holland Hall: The Dutch win a district title with a win over Panama, whereas a Panama victory likely hands the district title to Vian.

    Christian Heritage at Crescent: Someone's season will end here. District A-3 is deep so this game will decide who finishes fourth. Crazy to think Crescent could go from Class A runner-up to out of the playoffs, but that's the scenario headed into this week's slate of games.

    Pawhuska at Pawnee: Pawnee has to win to keep its playoff hopes alive. A Pawhuska win would assure the Huskies of third place in District A-5.

    Hobart at Frederick: Simple enough on this one. The winner claims the District A-2 title and the loser finishes second.

    Ringling at Apache: Did you read the Hobart-Frederick breakdown? Same thing applies here. Would be Ringling's eighth straight district title.

    Gore at Central Sallisaw: Gore is looking for its first district championship since 2011. A Central Sallisaw win would give it a chance at a district title for the first time since 2001.

    Weleetka at Wetumka: District B-5 will be decide in this one. Winner gets first place, loser gets second place.

    Regent Prep at Foyil: These two clubs have played some stout defense this year, giving up only a combined 112 points in 17 games. The better defense here will help its win a district championship. The loser of the game stays home for the playoffs but won't claim a district title.

    Paoli at Graham-Dustin: Winner claims the District C-4 championship. Loser finishes second.



    *Photo courtesy of Jason Elmquist/Stillwater NewsPress

    Week 5 picks

    9/27/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    Whitt and I have reached red-alert status for this season. If we're not careful, we may be stripped of our picking duties. Either that, or our picks will be distributed for pure comedy.

    Week 4 picks - Swisher 15-3 | Coach Turney 16-2 | Whitt 15-3 | Ben 13-5

    Overall - Swisher 66-25 | Turney 64-27 | Ben 57-34 | Whitt 57-34

    My apologies in advance to the teams I pick below:


    Midwest City at Stillwater

    Michael Swisher: Stillwater 28, Midwest City 17

    Ben Johnson: Stillwater 37, Midwest City 32

    Whitt Carter: Stillwater 34, Midwest City 27

    Randy Turney: Stillwater 34, Midwest City 20


    Heritage Hall at John Marshall

    Michael Swisher: Heritage Hall 24, John Marshall 22

    Ben Johnson: John Marshall 20, Heritage Hall 18

    Whitt Carter: Heritage Hall 27, John Marshall 14

    Randy Turney: Heritage Hall 24, John Marshall 21


    Booker T. Washington at Bixby

    Michael Swisher: Booker T. Washington 27, Bixby 20

    Ben Johnson: Bixby 21, Booker T. Washington 20

    Whitt Carter: Bixby 21, Booker T. Washington 20

    Randy Turney: Bixby 28, Booker T. Washington 20


    Altus at Ardmore

    Michael Swisher: Ardmore 23, Altus 17

    Ben Johnson: Ardmore 20, Altus 19

    Whitt Carter: Ardmore 35, Altus 21

    Randy Turney: Ardmore 21, Altus 20


    Tahlequah at Skiatook

    Michael Swisher: Skiatook 24, Tahlequah 14

    Ben Johnson: Tahlequah 24, Skiatook 20

    Whitt Carter: Tahlequah 35, Skiatook 31

    Randy Turney: Skiatook 28, Tahlequah 21


    Lincoln Christian at Seminole

    Michael Swisher: Lincoln Christian 31, Seminole 21

    Ben Johnson: Lincoln Christian 27, Seminole 19

    Whitt Carter: Lincoln Christian 42, Seminole 28

    Randy Turney: Lincoln Christian 22, Seminole 14


    Davenport at Dewar

    Michael Swisher: Davenport 41, Dewar 33

    Ben Johnson: Davenport 37, Dewar 22

    Whitt Carter: Davenport 52, Dewar 42

    Randy Turney: Davenport 48, Dewar 40


    Berryhill at Locust Grove

    Michael Swisher: Berryhill 30, Locust Grove 29

    Ben Johnson: Berryhill 29, Locust Grove 20

    Whitt Carter: Berryhill 28, Locust Grove 21

    Randy Turney: Berryhill 34, Locust Grove 21


    Yukon at Edmond Santa Fe

    Michael Swisher: Edmond Santa Fe 31, Yukon 20

    Ben Johnson: Edmond Santa Fe 24, Yukon 17

    Whitt Carter: Edmond Santa Fe 27, Yukon 17

    Randy Turney: Edmond Santa Fe 21, Yukon 14


    Yale at Regent Prep

    Michael Swisher: Regent Prep 42, Yale 28

    Ben Johnson: Regent Prep 38, Yale 30

    Whitt Carter: Regent Prep 38, Yale 32

    Randy Turney: Regent Prep 38, Yale 14


    Crescent at Crossings Christian

    Michael Swisher: Crescent 29, Crossings Christian 24

    Ben Johnson: Crossings Christian 27, Crescent 23

    Whitt Carter: Crossings Christian 24, Crescent 20

    Randy Turney: Crossings Christian 28, Crescent 20


    Jones at Meeker

    Michael Swisher: Jones 35, Meeker 20

    Ben Johnson: Jones 42, Meeker 27

    Whitt Carter: Jones 36, Meeker 28

    Randy Turney: Jones 34, Meeker 22


    Clinton at Weatherford

    Michael Swisher: Clinton 18, Weatherford 14

    Ben Johnson: Clinton 22, Weatherford 17

    Whitt Carter: Weatherford 24, Clinton 18

    Randy Turney: Weatherford 22, Clinton 20


    Broken Bow at Hilldale

    Michael Swisher: Hilldale 21, Broken Bow 20

    Ben Johnson: Hilldale 27, Broken Bow 21

    Whitt Carter: Hilldale 34, Broken Bow 28

    Randy Turney: Hilldale 22, Broken Bow 14


    Woodward at Bishop McGuinness

    Michael Swisher: Bishop McGuinness 31, Woodward 14

    Ben Johnson: Bishop McGuinness 33, Woodward 22

    Whitt Carter: Bishop McGuinness 37, Woodward 21

    Randy Turney: Bishop McGuinness 38, Woodward 20


    Memorial at Collinsville

    Michael Swisher: Collinsville 28, Memorial 17

    Ben Johnson: Collinsville 23, Memorial 12

    Whitt Carter: Collinsville 28, Memorial 13

    Randy Turney: Collinsville 22, Memorial 21


    Union at Mustang

    Michael Swisher: Union 28, Mustang 26

    Ben Johnson: Union 37, Mustang 17

    Whitt Carter: Union 27, Mustang 16

    Randy Turney: Union 38, Mustang 18



    Let us know what you think. Tweet your predictions to us at @Skordle.

    Week 5: Top 10 games

    9/25/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    District play has arrived in full force, and there are great games all over the state this week.

    Narrowing down the list to the top 10 games wasn't easy, but here it is:

    1. 6AII No. 2 Midwest City (3-1) at 6AII No. 1 Stillwater (4-0): In a loaded Class 6AII District 1, the winner here has to feel good about having the inside edge to a district title. The Bombers, having beaten Stillwater four of the last six matchups since 2012, topped the Pioneers in a 35-21 clash last season. In that game, Midwest City quarterback Preston Colbert accounted for 234 yards through the air, including three touchdowns. For good measure, he also rushed for two scores. Last week, Lawton's Miles Davis torched Midwest City for 181 yards and two touchdowns, and now Stillwater will deploy Qwontrel Walker, who rushed for 300-plus yards against Deer Creek last week.

    2. 3A No. 1 Heritage Hall (3-1) at 3A No. 2 John Marshall (4-0): Heritage Hall's Billy Ross is closing in on 2,000 career rushing yards. John Marshall quarterback Jerod Leviston is closing in on 1,000 yards through the air this season. And while the offenses may have superb star power, it's the defense stealing the spotlights here. Heritage Hall has only given up 51 points -- most coming in a 30-20 loss to Millwood. John Marshall has yielded only 28 points -- most recently only giving up 10 in a 76-10 win over Bridge Creek last week. These two -- both reigning state champions: Heritage Hall (4A) and John Marshall (3A) -- have met in non-district play the last two seasons with the Chargers winning both. Now they get to square off with district supremacy on the line.

    3. 6AII No. 4 Booker T. Washington (2-2) at 6AII No. 3 Bixby (3-1): Rematch of last year's 6AII title game -- one that saw Booker T. Washington come from behind to win. Both teams showcase stellar defensive units. Bixby is led by Ryan Kerr, Brody Sartin, Ethan Hall, Noah West and others, while Booker T. Washington's defense is led by Dax Hill, one of the nation's top recruits who just committed to Michigan. The key for both teams will be finding offensive success. Bixby will lean on quarterback Mason Williams, tailback Braden Roller and wideout Brennan Presley. Booker T. Washington was without its top tailback, Thomas Grayson, against Bartleville last week, and primary quarterback Dwight Hamilton also suffered an arm injury against the Bruins. If Hamilton is unable to go, the Hornets are likely to turn to Tai Dobbins. These two clubs have met every year since 2014, and the Hornets have won three of the five games.

    4. 5A No. 3 Altus (4-0) at 5A No. 2 Ardmore (4-0): This might end being the quickest game of the week. Lots and lots of running and by a multitude of players. The Bulldogs have had at least seven players carry the ball at least 16 times and for more than 130 yards to this point in the season. And six of those seven have found the end zone. Ardmore has five -- Cameron Petties, Tero Roberts, Jadrien Monor, Jermaine Scallion and Eean Ross -- primary ball carries, all of which have shared the ball for more than 1,100 yards. Since 2010, Altus and Ardmore have shared district space, and Ardmore has gone 5-2 in those contests.

    5. 5A No. 7 Tahlequah (4-0) at 5A No. 4 Skiatook (4-0): Two of the most unheralded players in the state -- Tahlequah's Dae Dae Leathers and Skiatook's Jayden Garner -- will battle it out this week. Leathers and the Tigers rushing attack has been nearly impossible to stop, and Skiatook has been extremely balanced on offense with Garner and Cody Evans at quarterback. One area where Skiatook could have the advantage is defense; the Bulldogs have given up only 19 points through four games. Twice opponents have scored 20 or more points against the Tigers.

    6. 3A No. 4 Lincoln Christian (4-0) at 3A No. 7 Seminole (4-0): Much like Heritage Hall and John Marshall, Lincoln Christian and Seminole spent the last two seasons playing as non-district foes (with Lincoln Christian winning both). Seminole will undoubtedly turn to Cameron Gunville (761 yards on 70 carries) in the ground game, while Lincoln Christian will spread it around, thanks to quarterback Chase Ricke (875 yards, 10 TDs on 41 of 69 attempts), tailback Brendyn Harris (402 yards on 66 carries) and Sam Brueggemann (436 yards on 14 catches).

    7. B No. 2 Davenport (4-0) at B No. 4 Dewar (4-0): Jacob Acord and Stevie Orr have been nothing short of stellar on the offensive side of the ball for Davenport. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs' defense remains tough to crack. These two teams put on a show last year in a 44-42 win for Davenport.

    8. 3A No. 3 Berryhill (4-0) at 3A No. 9 Locust Grove (4-0): Here's a solid matchup of two quarterbacks that don't get the credit they deserved. Berryhill's Cody Ross has tossed for 750 yards and six touchdowns while completing 46 of 80 attempts. For Locust Grove, Caden Bendabout is completing 71 percent (54 of 76) of his passes for 865 yards and seven touchdowns. These two teams have met every year since 2013, and Locust Grove has won three of the five, although Berryhill has won the last two (a 46-14 win last year).

    9. 6AI No. 6 Yukon (4-0) at 6AI No. 4 Edmond Santa Fe (4-0): The winner here might announce itself as a potential threat to Broken Arrow, Jenks or Union at the top of 6AI. The Wolves have won the past seven games dating back to 2011, and they'll test Yukon's defense with Kanan Hansen at quarterback.

    10. B No. 7 Yale (4-0) at B No. 3 Regent Prep (3-0): Yale hasn't gotten the credit it deserves this season, but that'll end if it's able to knock off Regent Prep. The Rams' Braden Gilbert has thrown for 957 yards and 14 touchdowns while completing 37 of 57 passes this season. The two teams have only met once, and Yale won 38-14 in 2011.

    Honorable mention

    Crescent at Crossings Christian: Another week, another big showdown in District A-3. These two haven't met since 2015 with the series tied 2-2.

    Jones at Meeker: Meeker's unbeaten start will be tested with these two clubs facing off for the first time since 2009.

    Clinton at Weatherford: These two Interstate-40 rivals have met every year since 1957, including several some memorable playoffs showdown. Weatherford won last year's meeting 30-7.

    Broken Bow at Hilldale: Hornets have beaten Broken Bow two years in a row, including last year's 21-6 decision.

    Woodward at Bishop McGuinness: Woodward hasn't beaten Bishop McGuinness since 1996. The Irish have won the last seven matchups between the two clubs.

    Memorial at Collinsville: Jamoni Jones rushed for 300-plus yards against East Central last week, but now he'll face a test in the Cardinals' stout defense. Collinsville's defense has been a lockdown unit since allowing 250-plus yards to Bartlesville's DeAndre Young in week two.

    Union at Mustang: Union has won all six games against Mustang in the series between the two. Three times it has finished as a one-possession game, but Union won last year 48-28.




    So who wins all the matchups? Check back for our weekly picks on Thursday.

    *Photo by Jimmy Gillespie/Stillwater NewsPress

    Week 3 picks

    9/13/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    Coach Turney got tired of Old Man Swisher's winning ways every week, so he did something about it. Randy dropped off a 15-4 mark in Week 2, one game better than Swisher. Whitt wasn't too far off with a 12-7 record, and then there was yours truly rounding out the pack with a disgraceful 11-8 week of picks. Unacceptable. Just have to be better -- no two ways about it.

    Week 2 picks - Turney 15-4 | Swisher 14-5 | Whitt 12-7 | Ben 11-8

    Overall - Swisher 40-19 | Turney 28-21 | Ben 35-24 | Whitt 33-26

    Without further ado, here the Week 3 picks:


    Cascia Hall at Millwood

    Michael Swisher: Millwood 28, Cascia Hall 7

    Ben Johnson: Millwood 20, Cascia Hall 12

    Whitt Carter: Millwood 34, Cascia Hall 21

    Randy Turney: Millwood 34, Cascia Hall 21


    Bethany at Kingfisher

    Michael Swisher: Bethany 30, Kingfisher 13

    Ben Johnson: Bethany 29, Kingfisher 22

    Whitt Carter: Bethany 27, Kingfisher 20

    Randy Turney: Bethany 20, Kingfisher 14


    Metro Christian at Holland Hall

    Michael Swisher: Metro Christian 28, Holland Hall 26

    Ben Johnson: Holland Hall 25, Metro Christian 24

    Whitt Carter: Holland Hall 31, Metro Christian 21

    Randy Turney: Holland Hall 35, Metro Christian 21


    Crescent at Cashion

    Michael Swisher: Cashion 23, Crescent 20

    Ben Johnson: Cashion 37, Crescent 22

    Whitt Carter: Cashion 35, Crescent 30

    Randy Turney: Cashion 28, Crescent 21


    Alex at Davenport

    Michael Swisher: Davenport 31, Alex 24

    Ben Johnson: Davenport 44, Alex 20

    Whitt Carter: Davenport 32, Alex 22

    Randy Turney: Davenport 42, Alex 34


    Rejoice Christian at Haskell

    Michael Swisher: Rejoice Christian 34, Haskell 7

    Ben Johnson: Rejoice Christian 24, Haskell 19

    Whitt Carter: Rejoice Christian 42, Haskell 32

    Randy Turney: Rejoice Christian 31, Haskell 20


    Choctaw at Putnam City North

    Michael Swisher: PC North 24, Choctaw 14

    Ben Johnson: Choctaw 28, PC North 20

    Whitt Carter: Choctaw 31, PC North 18

    Randy Turney: Choctaw 34, PC North 20


    Del City at Bartlesville

    Michael Swisher: Del City 34, Bartlesville 31

    Ben Johnson: Del City 45, Bartlesville 34

    Whitt Carter: Del City 41, Bartlesville 14

    Randy Turney: Del City 28, Bartlesville 13


    Duncan at Ada

    Michael Swisher: Ada 18, Duncan 15

    Ben Johnson: Duncan 22, Ada 20

    Whitt Carter: Ada 21, Duncan 20

    Randy Turney: Duncan 21, Ada 14


    Piedmont at Noble

    Michael Swisher: Noble 28, Piedmont 23

    Ben Johnson: Piedmont 20, Noble 18

    Whitt Carter: Noble 24, Piedmont 17

    Randy Turney: Piedmont 20, Noble 14


    Lawton MacArthur at Clinton

    Michael Swisher: Lawton Mac 30, Clinton 20

    Ben Johnson: Lawton Mac 31, Clinton 27

    Whitt Carter: Lawton Mac 24, Clinton 20

    Randy Turney: Lawton Mac 31, Clinton 14


    Westmoore at Mustang

    Michael Swisher: Westmoore 29, Mustang 25

    Ben Johnson: Westmoore 33, Mustang 21

    Whitt Carter: Mustang 22, Westmoore 18

    Randy Turney: Mustang 24, Westmoore 20


    Catoosa at Coweta

    Michael Swisher: Catoosa 19, Coweta 12

    Ben Johnson: Coweta 35, Catoosa 31

    Whitt Carter: Coweta 34, Catoosa 28

    Randy Turney: Catoosa 18, Coweta 12


    Barnsdall at Hominy

    Michael Swisher: Hominy 31, Barnsdall 20

    Ben Johnson: Hominy 39, Barnsdall 35

    Whitt Carter: Hominy 30, Barnsdall 23

    Randy Turney: Hominy 34, Barnsdall 14


    Let us know what you think. Tweet your predictions to us at @Skordle.

    Week 3: Top 10 games

    9/11/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    Week 3 is upon us. I'd be lying if I said there were a lot of stellar games. But there are some solid matchups here and there.

    Here are this week's top 10 games:

    1. 3A No. 5 Cascia Hall (2-0) at 2A No. 1 Millwood (2-0): This is becoming a mainstay in the non-district landscape. Millwood owns a 3-2 edge in the matchup, which was a title game showdown in 2001. Since then, they've met every year since 2014 with Millwood winning the last two.

    2. 4A No. 5 Bethany (2-0) at 3A No. 9 Kingfisher (1-1): Former district mates earlier this decade, but now they're meeting for the fifth straight season. Bethany won last year's matchup, 30-13.

    3. 2A No. 9 Metro Christian (2-0) at 2A No. 6 Holland Hall (1-1): Metro Christian running back Ryan Johnson against Holland Hall's defense should be one entertaining chess match. The two teams have split two games in the past two seasons with Holland Hall winning 45-14 last year.

    4. Crescent (2-1) at A No. 2 Cashion (3-0): Cashion's track record against Crescent is remarkably successful. Since 2008, the Wildats have won nine of the 10 games between the two; the only slip-up was last season when Crescent won 54-14 in District A-5 action on its way to a state runner-up finish later in the year. Now they shift their district game to A-3, and it'll be Cashion's defense -- which has only allowed 12 points in three games -- against Crescent's offense, led by quarterback Hunter Bowers. Oh, and Skordle will be there for all the fun.

    5. B No. 4 Alex (2-0) at B No. 2 Davenport (2-0): Davenport has been busy doing Davenport things in its first two games of the season, blowing out both Weleetka and Wetumka. Now, though, comes a top-10 clash with Alex, which has hammered both Laverne and Central Marlow. Davenport won last year's game against Alex, 26-16, and it leads in the series, 4-1.

    6. A No. 6 Rejoice Christian (2-0) at Haskell (2-0): First time these teams are squaring off, and Haskell quarterback Tayden Lucero against Rejoice Christian's defense will be vastly compelling.

    7. 6AII No. 7 Choctaw (2-0) at 6AI No. 9 Putnam City North (2-0): PC North enters on the heels of sweeping through its fellow Putnam City cohorts, and it did so by only allowing six points in two games. Meanwhile, Choctaw is unbeaten after taking down Lawton Eisenhower last week. This series has belonged to PC North over the years (18-4), but Choctaw picked up a 42-14 win over PC North last season.

    8. 6AII No. 5 Del City (1-1) at Bartlesville (1-1): First time these two are ever seeing each other, and the Bruins will have their hands full with Del City quarterback Quinlan Ganther. But the same goes for the Eagles' defense when Bartleville's DeAndre Young touches the ball. The senior tailback rushed for almost 300 yards against Collinsville last week.

    9. 5A No. 9 Duncan (2-0) at Ada (1-1): Javion Dangerfield, a Week 2 player of the week candidate, has been a weapon all over the field for the Demons in their unbeaten start to this point. Meanwhile, Ada rebounded nicely with a win over Noble after a season-opening loss to Ardmore.

    10. 5A No. 10 Piedmont (1-1) at Noble (1-1): These two started squaring off in 2014, and they've met every year since. Not once has it gone Piedmont's way. Noble's wins over Piedmont in 2016 and 2017 were by a combined 15 points.

    Honorable mention

    Lawton MacArthur at Clinton: Highlanders are 6-0 against Clinton since 1972.

    Westmoore at Mustang: Westmore leads 12-5 in the series, including a 55-42 win in the most recently showdown in 2011.

    Catoosa at Coweta: Catoosa beat Coweta 19-0 last season to stop a seven-game losing streak against the Tigers.

    Barnsdall at Hominy: Two Osage County rivals with Hominy owning a 15-0 record against Barnsdall since 2000.



    So who wins all the matchups? Check back for our weekly picks on Thursday.

    Week 2 picks

    9/6/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    Can't sugarcoat the truth: it was a rough go of it for everyone not named Michael Swisher last week. Old man Swisher managed to pull off a 16-8 slate with Week 1 picks, but we can all assume he cheated somehow. As it stands now, Swisher leads the pack through two weeks at 27-13, and I'm three games off his pace. Randy Turney is currently third at 23-17 and Whitt Carter is hovering just above .500 at 21-19.

    It's our vow to you to be better this week (or something like that). Week 2 picks right here:


    Broken Arrow at Owasso

    Michael Swisher: Broken Arrow 24, Owasso 14

    Ben Johnson: Broken Arrow 37, Owasso 20

    Whitt Carter: Broken Arrow 31, Owasso 17

    Randy Turney: Broken Arrow 21, Owasso 17


    Carl Albert at Del City

    Michael Swisher: Carl Albert 31, Del City 20

    Ben Johnson: Carl Albert 34, Del City 16

    Whitt Carter: Del City 28, Carl Albert 27

    Randy Turney: Carl Albert 24, Del City 20


    Union at Jenks

    Michael Swisher: Union 33, Jenks 24

    Ben Johnson: Union 20, Jenks 17

    Whitt Carter: Jenks 34, Union 24

    Randy Turney: Union 24, Jenks 23


    Lincoln Christian at Vian

    Michael Swisher: Lincoln Christian 22, Vian 19

    Ben Johnson: Vian 32, Lincoln Christian 27

    Whitt Carter: Lincoln Christian 28, Vian 21

    Randy Turney: Lincoln Christian 34, Vian 24


    Tuttle at Plainview

    Michael Swisher: Tuttle 21, Plainview 20

    Ben Johnson: Tuttle 29, Plainview 22

    Whitt Carter: Tuttle 34, Plainview 31

    Randy Turney: Tuttle 35, Plainview 21


    Booker T. Washington vs. Horn Lake (Miss.)

    Michael Swisher: Booker T. Washington 35, Horn Lake 14

    Ben Johnson: Horn Lake 24, Booker T. Washington 22

    Whitt Carter: Booker T. Washington 35, Horn Lake 27

    Randy Turney: Horn Lake 28, Booker T. Washington 17


    Bishop McGuinness at Bishop Kelley

    Michael Swisher: Bishop Kelley 31, Bishop McGuinness 24

    Ben Johnson: Bishop Kelley 16, Bishop McGuinness 13

    Whitt Carter: Bishop McGuinness 20, Bishop Kelley 16

    Randy Turney: Bishop Kelley 21, Bishop McGuinness 20


    Heritage Hall at Clinton

    Michael Swisher: Heritage Hall 30, Clinton 20

    Ben Johnson: Heritage Hall 35, Clinton 18

    Whitt Carter: Heritage Hall 35, Clinton 21

    Randy Turney: Heritage Hall 31, Clinton 20


    Anadarko at Blanchard

    Michael Swisher: Blanchard 29, Anadarko 18

    Ben Johnson: Blanchard 29, Anadarko 16

    Whitt Carter: Blanchard 42, Anadarko 21

    Randy Turney: Blanchard 24, Anadarko 7


    Davis at Sulphur

    Michael Swisher: Sulphur 18, Davis 16

    Ben Johnson: Sulphur 30, Davis 14

    Whitt Carter: Sulphur 34, Davis 12

    Randy Turney: Sulphur 21, Davis 20


    Coweta at Tahlequah

    Michael Swisher: Coweta 23, Tahlequah 17

    Ben Johnson: Coweta 27, Tahlequah 19

    Whitt Carter: Coweta 34, Tahlequah 27

    Randy Turney: Tahlequah 17, Coweta 10


    Southwest Covenant at Empire

    Michael Swisher: SW Covenant 48, Empire 28

    Ben Johnson: SW Covenant 44, Empire 29

    Whitt Carter: SW Covenant 38, Empire 22

    Randy Turney: SW Covenant 34, Empire 17


    Stillwater at Norman North

    Michael Swisher: Stillwater 29, Norman North 19

    Ben Johnson: Stillwater 42, Norman North 19

    Whitt Carter: Stillwater 34, Norman North 24

    Randy Turney: Stillwater 24, Norman North 17


    Mustang at Edmond Santa Fe

    Michael Swisher: Edmond Santa Fe 24, Mustang 21

    Ben Johnson: Edmond Santa Fe 28, Mustang 24

    Whitt Carter: Edmond Santa Fe 35, Mustang 28

    Randy Turney: Edmond Santa Fe 18, Mustang 16


    Lawton MacArthur at Lawton

    Michael Swisher: Lawton 28, Lawton MacArthur 20

    Ben Johnson: Lawton 33, Lawton MacArthur 31

    Whitt Carter: Lawton MacArthur 41, Lawton 28

    Randy Turney: Lawton 21, Lawton MacArthur 14


    Ada at Noble

    Michael Swisher: Noble 24, Ada 18

    Ben Johnson: Noble 33, Ada 23

    Whitt Carter: Noble 21, Ada 13

    Randy Turney: Ada 21, Noble 7


    Edison at Memorial

    Michael Swisher: Memorial 23, Edison 16

    Ben Johnson: Edison 26, Memorial 24

    Whitt Carter: Edison 27, Memorial 21

    Randy Turney: Memorial 14, Edison 13


    Adair at Locust Grove

    Michael Swisher: Adair 38, Locust Grove 22

    Ben Johnson: Adair 38, Locust Grove 22

    Whitt Carter: Adair 34, Locust Grove 18

    Randy Turney: Adair 28, Locust Grove 13


    Oklahoma Christian Academy at Crescent

    Michael Swisher: Crescent 30, OCA 15

    Ben Johnson: OCA 35, Crescent 30

    Whitt Carter: Crescent 21, OCA 20

    Randy Turney: OCA 28, Crescent 21


    Let us know what you think. Tweet your predictions to us at @Skordle.


    Week 1 picks

    8/30/2018 |  Ben Johnson

    Full slate of games greets us on this last week of August. Rejoice! Also, fans of Swisher, Coach Turney and myself will be happy to know we tied at 11-5 last week. Whitt is lagging way behind at 10-6.

    OK, let's do this. Week 1 picks for your enjoyment:


    Heritage Hall at Millwood

    Michael Swisher: Millwood 31, Heritage Hall 28

    Ben Johnson: Heritage Hall 24, Millwood 23

    Whitt Carter: Millwood 34, Heritage Hall 21

    Randy Turney: Heritage Hall 24, Millwood 20


    Midwest City at Carl Albert

    Michael Swisher: Midwest City 33, Carl Albert 29

    Ben Johnson: Midwest City 35, Carl Albert 34

    Whitt Carter: Carl Albert 27, Midwest City 24

    Randy Turney: Midwest City 28, Carl Albert 14


    Coweta at Wagoner

    Michael Swisher: Wagoner 22, Coweta 12

    Ben Johnson: Coweta 32, Wagoner 29

    Whitt Carter: Coweta 41, Wagoner 37

    Randy Turney: Coweta 21, Wagoner 14


    Del City at Bishop McGuinness

    Michael Swisher: Bishop McGuinness 31, Del City 17

    Ben Johnson: Bishop McGuinness 28, Del City 23

    Whitt Carter: Del City 27, Bishop McGuinness 26

    Randy Turney: Bishop McGuinness 28, Del City 10


    Kingfisher at Tuttle

    Michael Swisher: Tuttle 29, Kingfisher 20

    Ben Johnson: Tuttle 37, Kingfisher 22

    Whitt Carter: Tuttle 34, Kingfisher 28

    Randy Turney: Tuttle 21, Kingfisher 20


    Holland Hall at Cascia Hall

    Michael Swisher: Cascia Hall 21, Holland Hall 14

    Ben Johnson: Cascia Hall 33, Holland Hall 23

    Whitt Carter: Cascia Hall 31, Holland Hall 17

    Randy Turney: Cascia Hall 20, Holland Hall 14


    Laverne at Alex

    Michael Swisher: Laverne 34, Alex 30

    Ben Johnson: Laverne 47, Alex 28

    Whitt Carter: Laverne 28, Alex 20

    Randy Turney: Laverne 36, Alex 14


    Oologah at Collinsville

    Michael Swisher: Collinsville 16, Oologah 7

    Ben Johnson: Collinsville 30, Oologah 27

    Whitt Carter: Collinsville 37, Oologah 35

    Randy Turney: Collinsville 17, Oologah 14


    Norman at Norman North

    Michael Swisher: Norman North 38, Norman 14

    Ben Johnson: Norman North 30, Norman 13

    Whitt Carter: Norman North 41, Norman 24

    Randy Turney: Norman North 21, Norman 17


    Mansfield Lake Ridge (Texas) at Union

    Michael Swisher: Union 28, Mansfield Lake Ridge 19

    Ben Johnson: Union 26, Mansfield Lake Ridge 23

    Whitt Carter: Mansfield Lake Ridge 28, Union 17

    Randy Turney: Union 24, Mansfield Lake Ridge 10


    Mansfield (Texas) at Broken Arrow

    Michael Swisher: Broken Arrow 22, Mansfield 20

    Ben Johnson: Broken Arrow 28, Mansfield 17

    Whitt Carter: Broken Arrow 24, Mansfield 21

    Randy Turney: Broken Arrow 35, Mansfield 17


    Mansfield Legacy (Texas) at Jenks

    Michael Swisher: Mansfield Legacy 31, Jenks 20

    Ben Johnson: Mansfield Legacy 23, Jenks 13

    Whitt Carter: Mansfield Legacy 28, Jenks 20

    Randy Turney: Mansfield Legacy 20, Jenks 14


    Mustang at Yukon

    Michael Swisher: Mustang 31, Yukon 28

    Ben Johnson: Yukon 27, Mustang 26

    Whitt Carter: Mustang 37, Yukon 22

    Randy Turney: Mustang 24, Yukon 7


    Altus at Lawton

    Michael Swisher: Lawton 23, Altus 20

    Ben Johnson: Lawton 29, Altus 17

    Whitt Carter: Lawton 42, Altus 21

    Randy Turney: Lawton 28, Altus 7


    Owasso at Fayetteville (Ark.)

    Michael Swisher: Owasso 31, Fayetteville 30

    Ben Johnson: Owasso 41, Fayetteville 20

    Whitt Carter: Owasso 30, Fayetteville 27

    Randy Turney: Owasso 17, Fayetteville 14


    Ada at Ardmore

    Michael Swisher: Ardmore 33, Ada 14

    Ben Johnson: Ardmore 32, Ada 17

    Whitt Carter: Ardmore 37, Ada 24

    Randy Turney: Ardmore 32, Ada 20


    Idabel at Broken Bow

    Michael Swisher: Broken Bow 31, Idabel 20

    Ben Johnson: Broken Bow 20, Idabel 13

    Whitt Carter: Broken Bow 28, Idabel 16

    Randy Turney: Broken Bow 21, Idabel 20


    Jones at Lincoln Christian

    Michael Swisher: Lincoln Christian 30, Jones 17

    Ben Johnson: Lincoln Christian 44, Jones 37

    Whitt Carter: Lincoln Christian 41, Jones 27

    Randy Turney: Jones 34, Lincoln Christian 14


    Commerce at Adair

    Michael Swisher: Adair 28, Commerce 20

    Ben Johnson: Commerce 26, Adair 23

    Whitt Carter: Commerce 21, Adair 14

    Randy Turney: Adair 28, Commerce 7


    Thomas at Alva

    Michael Swisher: Alva 28, Thomas 24

    Ben Johnson: Thomas 35, Alva 33

    Whitt Carter: Thomas 34, Alva 13

    Randy Turney: Thomas 14, Alva 13


    Crescent at Morrison

    Michael Swisher: Morrison 23, Crescent 17

    Ben Johnson: Morrison 24, Crescent 16

    Whitt Carter: Crescent 35, Morrison 31

    Randy Turney: Crescent 31, Morrison 28


    Rejoice Christian at Crossings Christian

    Michael Swisher: Rejoice Christian 42, Crossings Christian 21

    Ben Johnson: Rejoice Christian 41, Crossings Christian 21

    Whitt Carter: Rejoice Christian 28, Crossings Christian 24

    Randy Turney: Rejoice Christian 34, Crossings Christian 18


    Pioneer at Coyle

    Michael Swisher: Coyle 38, Pioneer 31

    Ben Johnson: Coyle 44, Pioneer 40

    Whitt Carter: Pioneer 32, Coyle 20

    Randy Turney: Coyle 41, Pioneer 20


    Regent Prep at Prue

    Michael Swisher: Regent Prep 44, Prue 40

    Ben Johnson: Regent Prep 51, Prue 32

    Whitt Carter: Prue 21, Regent Prep 18

    Randy Turney: Regent Prep 48, Prue 6


    Let us know what you think. Tweet your predictions to us at @Skordle.


    Class A preview

    7/6/2018 |  Ben Johnson



    Look back at 2017

    2017 district champs

    A-1: Thomas - The Terriers hit the half-century mark in district titles with an unbeaten run against A-1 foes. A 20-0 win over Hooker set the stage for a district crown, and that was part of the Terriers' 10-game winning streak, which continued into December. But Afton derailed Thomas' playoff run in the semifinals.

    A-2: Watonga - A September win over Cordell proved to be the deciding factor for the A-2 crown for Watonga. The Eagles went on to avenge a season-opening loss against Okeene with a win to open the playoffs, but then Watonga was dispatched from the postseason in the next round against Oklahoma Christian Academy.

    A-3: Ringling - The Blue Devils knocked off Apache to begin district play, and they rolled the rest of the way against A-3 opponents. Ringling's playoff run lasted until the second round when Hooker moved on to the quarterfinals.

    A-4: Minco - Led by Cole Burchfield in the backfield, Minco motored to the district title last year. Eleven straight wins, including six in district play, preceded Minco's run to the Class A quarterfinals, where the Bulldogs were beaten by Afton.

    A-5: Crescent - Cashion, Pawnee and Morrison were no match for the Tigers during district play. Crescent manhandled every opponent it faced in its first 14 games, including wins over Cashion (54-14), Morrison (51-24) and Pawnee (35-14) during the regular season. The Tigers' unbeaten run, though, came to a halt in the Class A title game, which ended with a 44-12 loss to Afton.

    A-6: Kiefer - The Trojans started the season 0-4, but a 34-14 win over Woodland in late September turned Kiefer's season around. Kiefer, Woodland and Hominy all finished atop the district at 5-1, but it was the Trojans who prevailed, thanks to district points. Kiefer, though, was bounced quickly from the playoffs, a 28-0 loss to Morrison in the opening round of the postseason.

    A-7: Afton - The Eagles labored through a stout district -- that included Rejoice Christian, Barnsdall and Hulbert -- and emerged unscathed. A 22-20 victory over Rejoice Christian in mid October propelled Afton a district title, and from there the Eagles went into cruise control the rest of the season. In the playoffs, Afton outscored its opponents 214 to 46.

    A-8: Talihina - Led by seniors Heath Humphreys and Sooner Box, the Tigers coasted to the A-8 crown. Talihina dismantled Central Sallisaw, 36-0, in a showdown of the district's top two teams. The Tigers finished the regular season 9-1 and beat Barnsdall in the opening round of the playoffs before being upset by Hominy in the second round.

     

    Talking title game: Afton 44, Crescent 12