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Clinton’s Brady Chittum tenses up as he prepares for the pitch in his at bat during the Reds’ home game against Bishop McGuiness. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Senior hitter eyes career in ag finances after college

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

With his season nearing the halfway point, senior designated hitter Brady Chittum is turning his attention toward his future after high school.For Chittum, he said he has enjoyed his time playing for the Reds during high school.“It’s been a ride these last four years,” he said.

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College basketball appeal changing for older coaches

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

(AP) — More than the deep runs in March Madness, the 660 victories over 37 years or even the 20 or so players he coached who ended up making millions in the NBA, Leonard Hamilton is proud of a number he can count on one hand.

Bryan Rodriguez Guerra, right, outraces Na’tsis’ta Black for the soccer ball during recess at Southwest. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Saturday, April 5, 2025

SWOSU’s Gage Gaunt rounds third in the Bulldogs’ game against East Central University. CDN | Courtesy photo

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Clinton’s Gaunt recognized with weekly award

Saturday, April 5, 2025

For the week of March 24, former Clinton Red Tornado Gage Gaunt was recognized with the Bulldog of the Week Award for Southwestern Oklahoma State baseball.Gaunt received this honor after collecting eight hits in the four games during the week, including two home runs.

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Clinton girls’ golf team finishes second in Kingfisher

Saturday, April 5, 2025

The Clinton girls’ golf team continues to see success this season, as it finished second with a score of 339 at the Kingfisher Tournament Wednesday.Addyson Littke finished the day in third with a score of 78.Grace Meacham carded an 83, which tied her for 12th.

For the cause

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For the cause

Friday, April 4, 2025

Mindy King nears the finish line at the recent 5K fundraiser for Sha Carpenter.

No. 7 Easten Powell throws the ball back to the pitcher during Clinton’s game against Bethany. CDN | Sam Goodwyn

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Clinton Reds baseball falls to Bethany at home

Friday, April 4, 2025

After Mother Nature forced many games to be rescheduled Tuesday, Clinton (3-11) fell 9-3 to Bethany at home.Coach Kelly Gaunt said there are somethings they need to work on going forward if they want to succeed.“I honestly thought we were flat in the game today,” he said.

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Most fishing reported to be fair at Foss Lake

Friday, April 4, 2025

According to the fishing report from Custer County Game Warden Clint Carpenter, on March 30 the water at Foss Lake was back to its normal elevation level, and it remained in stable condition.The water was clear with the temperature around 51°F.

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OKC and SGA take down short-handed Pistons

Friday, April 4, 2025

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the short-handed Detroit Pistons 119103 on Wednesday night for their 11th straight win.Jalen Williams scored 23 points and Chet Holmgren added 22 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks for the Thunder.

Future All-Stars

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Future All-Stars

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Rustyn Evans hurls the ball to first base for the out during Clinton Middle School’s game against Kingfisher.Gavin Evans throws the ball to second after recording an out against Kingfisher in the Whirlwinds’ game.