Aquatic catch

Rashod Staten reaches for a football thrown from the diving board during a pool game at the Summer Playground program.

Clinton Roundup Club holds first pro rodeo

Even though this is the 77th annual rodeo put on for the town of Clinton, it is the first year a professional rodeo has come to town.

Athletic physicals due now for fall seasons

As the beginning of the school year approaches, physicals for extracurricular activities need to be turned in soon.For the athletes playing sports in the fall, Clinton Athletic Director Eugene Jefferson said physicals need to be finished soon.

Getting last minute work in before the season

Getting last minute work in before the season

Cowboys face contract issues with star players

OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — Owner Jerry Jones knows the situation the Dallas Cowboys find themselves in as training camp started on Thursday.Quarterback Dak Prescott is going into the last year of his contract. Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is holding out, seeking a new contract.

Bittle represents Corn Bible volleyball in All-State game

The Corn Bible Academy Lady Crusaders were represented Tuesday in the OSSAA Small School All-State Volleyball game which was held at the Frank Hareld Field House in Jenks as recent graduate Elle Bittle was a member of the West team. Her team swept the east team, 3-0 to take the win.

U.S. men’s basketball team looks to find balance in hunt for gold

PARIS (AP) — The U.S. men’s basketball team is headed to the athletes village today to mingle with fellow Olympians before the opening ceremony.Next week, the group wants to see Simone Biles compete. Stephen Curry hopes to watch beach volleyball and swimming.

Clinton soccer earned multiple All-State nods

Each year student athletes are recognized with All-State recognition.Recently, three members of the Clinton High School soccer program appeared in the Class 4A All-State game at Fort Gibson.

Niners look to keep Aiyuk

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have no intention of granting star receiver Brandon Aiyuk his trade request and remain committed to getting a longterm extension done with one of their most important offensive players.

Football booster club becomes second job

Even though football is only in the fall, the Clinton Red Tornadoes booster club, led by President Chris Jones, operates on a year-round basis to help raise money for the program.For Jones, he said it is a responsibility for a parent to be in the booster club if their work schedule permits it.