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Clinton looks to fight through schedule

Saturday, August 22, 2026

With the start of a new era, Coach Trevor Powers, in his first year with the team, looks to get the Red Tornadoes to bounce back from a 4-7 season in 2025 Clinton looks to be competitive this year with a new district formation despite fielding a younger roster this year.

Easten Powell, front, gets watched by Head Coach Trevor Powers during 7-on-7 at the Tornado Bowl. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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CHS holds long history of successful coaches

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Clinton is not just any football town. In a lot of circles Clinton is THE football town. That’s thanks in part to a lengthy legacy of winning and constant support from the community.It also takes dedicated coaches to guide the program.

Freshman Liam Lofland pulls his arm back as he prepares to throw the ball during practice at the Tornado Bowl. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Freshmen players to get valuable experience

Saturday, August 22, 2026

With Coach Trevor Powers taking over, the freshman team has gained enough players and looks to build the foundation for future teams as it plays at its own level this year.For Powers, he said among the players they have currently, there are good things he has noticed.

Jordan Rhoads craddles the ball as he catches it during practice. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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JV team looks to get as much playing experience

Saturday, August 22, 2026

With the new regime for Clinton High School football, the junior varsity team will look to be a development team for some of the players who also gain time playing on varsity.

Zaithan Whiteshirt, left, hands the ball off to Camron Lime during the first day of middle school football practice at the high school practice field. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Whirlwinds have shown dedication to football

Saturday, August 22, 2026

In the new era of Clinton Red Tornado football, new coach Trevor Powers looks to rebuild the program from the lowest levels.When it comes to the junior high team, Powers said he understands the importance of the kids playing at that level.

Randy Kiesau in action while playing for the Red Tornadoes. Kiesau was a defensive back for the Wichita State football team. He was killed when the team plane he was on crashed Oct. 2, 1970. CDN | Archive photo

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CHS football features two major historic awards

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Clinton’s rich football tradition includes a player, Randy Kiesau, and a coach, Fred Friedrich, who have been remembered through awards given every year at the CHS football banquet.Kiesau and 13 other players were killed in an Oct.

CBA Crusaders to start new era off strong

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CBA Crusaders to start new era off strong

Saturday, August 22, 2026

In a new era of Corn Bible Academy Crusaders eight-man football, there is a lot of excitement for the season.For first-year coach Payton McNutt, he said they are ready to go and get to work.“We’re rocking and rolling,” he said. “We’ve had a pretty good attendance since starting workouts.

BF-DC football looks to improve in new district

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BF-DC football looks to improve in new district

Saturday, August 22, 2026

After a 2-8 season last year, Burns Flat-Dill City looks to rebound and make noise in a new district.For Coach Jason Jones, he said he is ready to get things going with his players this season.“We’re excited for it,” he said. “I mean, we have got kids that come up here and work hard.

Jake Peeler hustles to first during his game in the Masonic Lodge’s softball tournament.

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Softball tournament showcases the spirit of Clinton

Friday, August 21, 2026

Jake Peeler hustles to first during his game in the Masonic Lodge’s softball tournament.Bailey Troub hits the ball Saturday during Clinton’s Masonic Lodge’s softball tournament at Acme Brick Park.Jett Cunningham throws the ball in from the outfield during the softball tournament.

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Former Clinton grad moves into administration role

Friday, August 21, 2026

Every career is finite in the world.Former Clinton graduate Jon Hunter has seen that, as he has hung his coaches hat up, but has picked up his administration neck tie and become the assistant athletics director at the University of Central Oklahoma.