Cross country had a great first meet! Brayson Roberts medaled, placing 30th. Three girls medaled. Sofia Zamora placed 12th, Lola Pheatt placed 14th and Baylea Robison placed 16th. The girls team placed 3rd in the meet.
The 3rd grade had their first mystery reader of the year! Thank you, Veronica Krause, for reading to our students. They enjoyed your visit!
Our Whippet Cross Country Team Store is LIVE! Hurry and get your orders in before the August 29th deadline: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/OKENXC225
First grade had their very first Special Reader today! 📚✨ They were honored to welcome Mrs. Schultz, who taught for 38 years—35 of those right here at Okeene Schools. 🤍🩵Fun fact: Out of Mrs. Unruh's 19 students, she actually taught 11 of their parents! How special is that?! 🥰
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets Can't Quite Erase 5-Run Deficit In Loss To Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals
By GameChanger Media
Despite a 5-run deficit in the second inning, Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets almost came all the way back, eventually falling 7-6 to Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals on Friday at Government Springs Park South. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets closed the gap by scoring on a single, a single, an error, and a ground out.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets was right in it until Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals in the third inning.
A ground out by Maddie Unruh put Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets on the board in the top of the first.
Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals made the score 3-1 in the bottom of the first after Lily Herrera singled, scoring two runs, and Jonney Williams drew a walk, scoring one run.
Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning when Kenna Kilian tripled, scoring two runs, and one run scored on another play.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets scored five runs on five hits in the top of the third inning. Makienze Morrison singled, scoring two runs, Kadence Lewis singled, scoring one run, an error scored one run, and Paislee Price grounded out, scoring one run.
Williams earned the win for Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals. The starting pitcher gave up six hits and six runs (four earned) over four innings, striking out two and walking none. Morrison took the loss for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. The righty went two innings, allowing six runs (five earned) on six hits, striking out three and walking four.
Morrison provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets with two runs batted in. The number three hitter went 1-for-3 on the day. Keri McBride led Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets with two hits in three at bats from the leadoff position.
Herrera provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals with two runs batted in. The left-handed hitter went 2-for-2 on the day. Williams paced Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, accumulating five walks for the game. Kaydence Kilian stole two bases.
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By GameChanger Media
Despite a 5-run deficit in the second inning, Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets almost came all the way back, eventually falling 7-6 to Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals on Friday at Government Springs Park South. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets closed the gap by scoring on a single, a single, an error, and a ground out.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets was right in it until Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals in the third inning.
A ground out by Maddie Unruh put Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets on the board in the top of the first.
Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals made the score 3-1 in the bottom of the first after Lily Herrera singled, scoring two runs, and Jonney Williams drew a walk, scoring one run.
Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning when Kenna Kilian tripled, scoring two runs, and one run scored on another play.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets scored five runs on five hits in the top of the third inning. Makienze Morrison singled, scoring two runs, Kadence Lewis singled, scoring one run, an error scored one run, and Paislee Price grounded out, scoring one run.
Williams earned the win for Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals. The starting pitcher gave up six hits and six runs (four earned) over four innings, striking out two and walking none. Morrison took the loss for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. The righty went two innings, allowing six runs (five earned) on six hits, striking out three and walking four.
Morrison provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets with two runs batted in. The number three hitter went 1-for-3 on the day. Keri McBride led Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets with two hits in three at bats from the leadoff position.
Herrera provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals with two runs batted in. The left-handed hitter went 2-for-2 on the day. Williams paced Medford Varsity Lady Cardinals with two walks. Overall, the team had patience at the plate, accumulating five walks for the game. Kaydence Kilian stole two bases.
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Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets Roll Past Waynoka Varsity
By GameChanger Media
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets easily dispatched Waynoka Varsity on Friday, 14-0.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets got on the board in the top of the first inning after an error scored one run, Jayce Schultz drew a walk, scoring one run, Paislee Price was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, and Bella Swartwood drew a walk, scoring one run.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets scored six runs on zero hits in the top of the second inning. An error scored one run, an error scored one run, Price grounded out, scoring one run, Miley Unruh drew a walk, scoring one run, Maddie Unruh was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, and Makienze Morrison drew a walk, scoring one run.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets added to their early lead in the top of the third inning after Tracy Madewell was struck by a pitch, and Unruh walked, each scoring one run.
Schultz earned the win for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. The starting pitcher surrendered one hit and zero runs over three innings, striking out two and walking none. Oakley Whitaker took the loss for Waynoka Varsity. The right-handed pitcher went one and two-thirds innings, allowing four runs (two earned) on one hit, striking out three and walking three. Temperance Bouziden started the game for Waynoka Varsity. The starting pitcher allowed zero hits and 10 runs (seven earned) over one and one-third innings, striking out four and walking six.
Unruh led the team with two runs batted in. Swartwood led Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets with one hit in two at bats. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets had patience at the plate, collecting nine walks for the game. Morrison and Unruh led the team with two bases on balls each. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets turned one double play in the game.
Rhyleigh Curtsinger led Waynoka Varsity with one hit in one at bat.
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By GameChanger Media
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets easily dispatched Waynoka Varsity on Friday, 14-0.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets got on the board in the top of the first inning after an error scored one run, Jayce Schultz drew a walk, scoring one run, Paislee Price was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, and Bella Swartwood drew a walk, scoring one run.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets scored six runs on zero hits in the top of the second inning. An error scored one run, an error scored one run, Price grounded out, scoring one run, Miley Unruh drew a walk, scoring one run, Maddie Unruh was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, and Makienze Morrison drew a walk, scoring one run.
Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets added to their early lead in the top of the third inning after Tracy Madewell was struck by a pitch, and Unruh walked, each scoring one run.
Schultz earned the win for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. The starting pitcher surrendered one hit and zero runs over three innings, striking out two and walking none. Oakley Whitaker took the loss for Waynoka Varsity. The right-handed pitcher went one and two-thirds innings, allowing four runs (two earned) on one hit, striking out three and walking three. Temperance Bouziden started the game for Waynoka Varsity. The starting pitcher allowed zero hits and 10 runs (seven earned) over one and one-third innings, striking out four and walking six.
Unruh led the team with two runs batted in. Swartwood led Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets with one hit in two at bats. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets had patience at the plate, collecting nine walks for the game. Morrison and Unruh led the team with two bases on balls each. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets turned one double play in the game.
Rhyleigh Curtsinger led Waynoka Varsity with one hit in one at bat.
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Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets Fall To Timberlake Varsity Tigers After Surrendering Big Third Inning
By GameChanger Media
Timberlake Varsity Tigers defeated Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets 12-4 on Friday at Government Springs Park South thanks in part to nine runs in the third inning.
Timberlake Varsity Tigers jumped out to the lead in the top of the first inning after Baliey Oldham singled, scoring two runs, and a wild pitch scored one run.
Timberlake Varsity Tigers scored nine runs on six hits in the top of the third inning. Henzley Thomas singled, scoring one run, an error scored one run, Oldham doubled, scoring one run, Casidee Parkhurst singled, scoring one run, Gracie Diller drew a walk, scoring one run, Thomas singled, scoring two runs, Amiah Ross singled, scoring one run, and Oldham singled, scoring one run.
Ryleigh Hunter earned the win for Timberlake Varsity Tigers. The righty allowed three hits and four runs (three earned) over three innings, striking out three and walking five. Makienze Morrison took the loss for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. The righty went two and two-thirds innings, giving up 11 runs (two earned) on four hits, striking out five and walking five.
Morrison, Jayce Schultz, and Paislee Price each collected one hit for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. Schultz went 1-for-2 at the plate and led the team with two runs batted in. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets had a strong eye at the plate, accumulating five walks for the game.
Oldham provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Timberlake Varsity Tigers with four runs batted in. The left-handed hitter went 3-for-3 on the day. Thomas collected two hits for Timberlake Varsity Tigers in two at bats. Timberlake Varsity Tigers had a strong eye at the plate, tallying six walks for the game. Lilly Johnson and Diller led the team with two walks each. Timberlake Varsity Tigers turned one double play in the game.
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By GameChanger Media
Timberlake Varsity Tigers defeated Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets 12-4 on Friday at Government Springs Park South thanks in part to nine runs in the third inning.
Timberlake Varsity Tigers jumped out to the lead in the top of the first inning after Baliey Oldham singled, scoring two runs, and a wild pitch scored one run.
Timberlake Varsity Tigers scored nine runs on six hits in the top of the third inning. Henzley Thomas singled, scoring one run, an error scored one run, Oldham doubled, scoring one run, Casidee Parkhurst singled, scoring one run, Gracie Diller drew a walk, scoring one run, Thomas singled, scoring two runs, Amiah Ross singled, scoring one run, and Oldham singled, scoring one run.
Ryleigh Hunter earned the win for Timberlake Varsity Tigers. The righty allowed three hits and four runs (three earned) over three innings, striking out three and walking five. Makienze Morrison took the loss for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. The righty went two and two-thirds innings, giving up 11 runs (two earned) on four hits, striking out five and walking five.
Morrison, Jayce Schultz, and Paislee Price each collected one hit for Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets. Schultz went 1-for-2 at the plate and led the team with two runs batted in. Okeene Varsity Lady Whippets had a strong eye at the plate, accumulating five walks for the game.
Oldham provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Timberlake Varsity Tigers with four runs batted in. The left-handed hitter went 3-for-3 on the day. Thomas collected two hits for Timberlake Varsity Tigers in two at bats. Timberlake Varsity Tigers had a strong eye at the plate, tallying six walks for the game. Lilly Johnson and Diller led the team with two walks each. Timberlake Varsity Tigers turned one double play in the game.
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Our elementary students and teachers had a great first 2️⃣ days back at school. It's going to be a great year to be a Whippet!! 🐾
7th-12th Grade Parents: Forgot to send payment for your student's Chromebook? We've got you covered. You can now pay online via Revtrak: https://okeenepublicschools.revtrak.net/chromebook/#/v/chromebook-accessory-replacement
Today's fastpitch game is now a HOME GAME! Go out and cheer on our Lady Whippets to a victory at 4:30! 🥎
Educators from Okeene, Watonga, and Ringwood gathered at Okeene High School today to hear an inspiring message from Willie Spears of the Willie Spears Experience. Drawing on his background in education, along with his quick wit and humor, Spears deeply resonated with the audience. From moments of laughter to heartfelt reflection, teachers left motivated and encouraged, embracing a renewed sense of purpose, passion, and positivity for the upcoming school year. The Okeene athletes also met with Willie earlier this morning to be challenged as a team for the upcoming school year. #whateverittakes #okeenewhippets #backtoschool
Solid start, Lady Whippets! 🔥#wontheopener
Reminder that Open House is on Tuesday, August 12th this year!
JH/HS: Please pay for Chromebooks so you have them ready for the 1st day!
JH/HS: Please pay for Chromebooks so you have them ready for the 1st day!
2025-2026 Okeene JH/HS Class Supply List
School starts next Thursday, August 14th. Help your student get out their first day jitters by meeting their teacher TUESDAY NIGHT at Open House!
Reminder for all grade level parents! Please plan to attend this week to get needed information regarding the upcoming school year.
Enrollment starts today for our Pre-K through 6th graders. Please have the necessary documents to enroll your students.
Let our Whippets show you what they can do Monday night at 7:00pm!
Those that ordered yearbooks are welcome to pick them up at the High School art room tomorrow or Monday! Mrs. Penner also has a few extra for anyone wishing to buy one.
