Q&A with Choctaw’s Malerie Hawk – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Landers of Norman

Malerie Hawk  Choctaw High School  VYPE: What has your sport taught you that you use in your daily life?  Malerie Hawk: My sport has taught me how to use leadership with those at our school and throughout my other sports.  VYPE: Why are you passionate about your sport? MH: I am very passionate about my sport because I want to inspire younger kids to play.  VYPE: Who inspires […]

Choctaw’s Baylee Tapley – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Landers of Norman

Baylee Tapley Choctaw High School  By Trina Walker  Running is taking Baylee Tapley places. This summer, it took her to Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, where she competed in the Nike Outdoor Nationals. Baylee is a senior at Choctaw High School. She runs cross country and track. She is a mid-distance runner competing in the 800m, 1600m, and 4x8m. She is passionate about running. Baylee thrives on the individual aspect of running while pushing […]

Choctaw’s Madi Barnes – Volleyball Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central

Madi Barnes Choctaw High School  By Bryce McKinnis Madi Barnes, a Choctaw High School volleyball player, strives to glorify God in her sport. “When I step on the court, I focus on playing for an audience of one,” the CHS senior said. “He is where I get my strength.” Barnes, an Oklahoma Baptist University commit, has […]