Wow! Old Falcons never would have won Oct 13, 2008
I THOUGHT THE TEAM MADE A MAJOR MISTAKE WHEN IT DID NOT TAKE GLEN DORSEY BUT OBVIOUSLY ONLY MY THINKING WAS THE MISTAKE MATT RYAN HAS BEEN UNBELIEVABLE AND RODDY, JENKS, TURNER AND NORWOOD WHO MAYBE THE BEST KICKOFF RETURNER IN THE NFL ... Sure enough, as he was falling backwards, with one of the big D-linemen right in his face, Matty threw it right on the money to Jenks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Recruiting coast to coast: Oklahoma Oct 11, 2008
They are in the running for Oklahoma's top overall player (Jenks, Okla ... Jenks HS Considering: Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Nebraska, North Carolina, Arkansas ... His head coach at Jenks High School, Allan Trimble, agrees. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Mountain lion heads 600 miles north Oct 10, 2008
Jonathan Jenks, a wildlife professor at South Dakota State University, said there are no other documented cases of mountain lions traveling that far. "That doesn't necessarily mean that it's unusual because we're learning more and more about these critters," said Jenks, who's leading a study of some 80 radio-collared cats in the Black Hills ... "This was one of the first GPS collars on a subadult. Unfortunately, it failed while it was still in Custer State Park (in April). Then what happens is,... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Lady Bruins play today; CVHS on Thursday Oct 10, 2008
Jenks will battle Sand Springs afterward in the other bracket game, set for 2 p.m.. Meanwhile, Caney Valley s softball team travels Thursday to Oklahoma City to compete in Class 3A tourney at 1:45 p.m.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Sox face changes with playoff ouster Oct 8, 2008
Closer Bobby Jenks was 30-for-34 on saves. Guillen had his Ozzie moments, especially after a frustrating series in June against the Rays when the White Sox struggled offensively. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Rice - Tulsa Preview Oct 3, 2008
Rice has 3 players on their roster from Oklahoma junior Offensive Lineman from Oklahoma City, Red-shirt Freshman Offensive Tackle , and Red-shirt Freshman Linebacker from Jenks. Shuck was the Tulsa World 6A Defensive Player of the Year in Oklahoma. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Goodwin picking up steam Sep 22, 2008
A name that emerged not too long ago as a potential target for the full back position at Oklahoma State should they decide to take on in the class is Jenks, Oklahoma native Grant Goodwin. OSI checked in recently with the 5-foot-9, 210-pounder to get the latest on where his recruitment stands early in the football season. (Oklahoma State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Another Titan Star Sep 16, 2008
While Lynn is from Jenks' 6A powerhouse perhaps the state's top defensive back for 2010 hails from their 5A equal, Midwest City Carl Albert. That player is 6-foot, 180-pound cornerback Tre'Vante Porter. (Oklahoma Sports -- Rivals.com)
Backyard Bowl Sep 12, 2008
Union and Jenks (Okla ... "The game's just been a dogfight," Jenks coach Allan Trimble said ... "There are kids in the same neighborhood," Union coach Kirk Fridrich said, "(One) kid will go to Jenks, and the other one will go to Union.". (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Oklahoma standout making return trip to NU Sep 11, 2008
It was a little over a week ago that Jenks (Okla. cornerback Gabe Lynn took in the Cornhuskers' season opening win against Western Michigan. (Nebraska Sports -- Rivals.com)
Baseball (18) Sep 9, 2008
Scoreboard: Baseball. Don't have an account. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Stanford Looks to Get Back on Winning Track at TCU Sep 9, 2008
Cut to the Chase As a reminder, it's -- OG (Jenks, OK), LB (El Paso, TX), S (Atherton, CA) and DE (Marietta, GA). 2007 Rewind Stanford finished the 2007 season with a 4-8 overall record and a 3-6 mark in the Pac-10 Conference. (Gostanford.com)
Kickoff Fever Grows: 3 days left until grid frenzy starts Sep 5, 2008
Some of the great tradition of the now-natural-grass past of Custer includes the heroics by then-future-NFL ers-to-be Bobby Joe Green (Chicago Bears) and David Baker (San Francisco 49ers), the grass-burning runs of Dee Ketchum, the slashing ground-pounding style of Mitch Nash, who ran like the hybrid of a bulldozer and jaguar, and, in more recent times, the aerial bombardments of Kolby Williams, who engineered the near-upset of Jenks during a week 10 meeting in 2002. A part of its past the... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Busy Sports Week: Grid openers, Dewey tourney set Sep 4, 2008
The Lady Bruins mauled Jenks, 8-5, during a home game last Thursday. Their next appearance in Bartlesville will be next week. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Lynn Still Thinking Sep 3, 2008
While one lives in Midwest City, the other lives in Jenks, Oklahoma in the person of Gabe Lynn whose recruitment has taken on a life of its own. One school in the mix for the 6-foot, 185-pounder is Oklahoma State about whom Lynn recently gave OSI his latest thoughts. (Oklahoma Sports -- Rivals.com)
Stanford Looks For 2-0 Start Saturday Night at Arizona State Sep 2, 2008
Cut to the Chase As a reminder, it's -- OG (Jenks, OK), LB (El Paso, TX), S (Atherton, CA) and DE (Marietta, GA). (Gostanford.com)
Lady Bruins host Jenks today; Dewey falls on road Aug 30, 2008
Two days after what their head coach labelled as one of their poorest performances of the season, the Bartlesville High Lady Bruins will look to bounce back today against Jenks ... They have won both contests their so far, but Jenks will be the first Class 6A foe they ve faced at home this season. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
More of this story Aug 29, 2008
Lady Bruins host Jenks today; Dewey falls on road By E-E Sports Editor. Two days after what their head coach labelled as one of their poorest performances of the season, the Bartlesville High Lady Bruins will look to bounce back today against Jenks ... They have won both contests their so far, but Jenks will be the first Class 6A foe they ve faced at home this season. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Stanford roster Aug 28, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008. East Stroudsburg, PA. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Littledeer (2) Aug 28, 2008
She is survived by a very loving family that includes her husband Dee Littledeer of the home in Stilwell; stepson, Kevin Littledeer of Stilwell; her parents Terry and Clariece Bennett of Altus; one brother, Dennis Bennett and wife Nettie of Beggs; two sisters, Carla Sharpe and husband Barry of Altus, and Pamala Thacker and husband Brent of Jenks; two sisters-in-law, Irene Fourkiller of Stilwell, and Anita Campbell and husband Tom of Wagner; mother-in-law, Annie Littledeer of Stilwell; one... (Altus Times, OK)
Receptive Receiver Aug 19, 2008
Become a member of our community. College Football Men's Hoops Women's Hoops Colleges Local sports Sports Blogs Other favorite sports on the web Sports Columnists. (Nusports.com)
More Kids Ride School Buses Aug 13, 2008
"The fuel prices are hitting everybody hard. Tulsa Public, Union, Jenks, Sand Springs, all of us are in the same boat," said Jarod Mendenhall with Union Public Schools. But while the district tries to cut back - more parents, also trying to save, may decide to put their kids on the bus. (FOX23.com, OK)
Lynn still without a favorite Aug 8, 2008
The 6-foot, 185-pound defensive back from Jenks, Oklahoma is still without a leader, and will apparently go into the fall that way. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Colorado Sports -- Rivals.com)
ESPN RISE Fab 50 season preview Aug 8, 2008
and Jenks (Jenks, Okla ... Last season's record: 13-1, Class 6A finalist Key players: RB (6-0, 205, Sr.); WR (5-11, 170, Sr.); DB (5-9, 165, Sr.); WR (6-3, 210, Sr.); DB (6-0, 185, Sr.) Outlook: It's always a two-horse race at the top of the pack in Oklahoma between the Redskins and Jenks ... This year, Jenks has overall returnees and a lot returnees on defense. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Punters still inconsistent in camp Aug 5, 2008
The Beavers received their sixth known verbal, this one from wide receiver Tramaine Thompson, a 5-foot-8, 159-pounder from Jenks High in Oklahoma. He is a two-star athlete. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
GAME REPORT: White Sox 4, Royals 2 Aug 2, 2008
W: J. Vazquez (W, 8-9); L: L. Hochevar (L, 6-9); S: B. Jenks (S, 22) ... Bottom of the 9thPitching Change: (P) Dotel replaced by (P) Jenks ... Bobby Jenks pitched the ninth for his 22nd save. (USA Today -- Sports)
County trio tees it up in All-State golf Aug 1, 2008
Cole Wiederkher of Jenks and Tulsa Washington's Matthew Lamoreaux both shot 68 to pace the East boys on Monday. The top girls' score was a 73 turned in by Broken Arrow's Crytal Reeves. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Gonzalez, Santos take part in Small East victory Aug 1, 2008
In the large school contest, Jenks' Mark Ginther cracked a two-run, go-ahead homer in the fifth inning to lead the Large East past the Large West. . (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
White Sox win 000028FAon Dye's shot Jul 26, 2008
Yet, there were the White Sox, exchanging high-fives on the field after Bobby Jenks earned his 20th save with a perfect ninth, and increasing their leads to 3 1/2 games over the Twins and 6 1/2 games over the Tigers. For at least this evening, Chicago ultimately featured the look of a champion. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Michigan Hanging in With Gabe Lynn Jul 25, 2008
comDate: Jul 25, 2008 Gabe Lynn, the five-star cornerback from Jenks, Oklahoma spoke with GBW yesterday. In his interview he talks about his upcoming season and what he is doing to be prepared for it, as well as a camp he attended recently and how recruiting is going. (GoBlueWolverine.com)
Bird and Lynn make Top Gun Hot 11 Jul 24, 2008
com - Top Gun Showcase: Final Defense Hot 11. Football Recruit Search. (Oklahoma Sports -- Rivals.com)
OEA renews push for forced rural school consolidation Jul 21, 2008
In late 2005, the union filed a lawsuit on behalf of the super-wealthy Jenks and Western Heights school districts claiming they were underfunded. The OEA lawsuit was modeled after an Arkansas plan that forced the closure of 57 school districts in that state. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Foster headlines Sunday Top Gun surprises Jul 21, 2008
Narbonne and of Jenks, Okla. were also among the best in the deep group. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Friday's Sports Transactions Jul 19, 2008
CHICAGO WHITE SOX_Activated RHP Bobby Jenks from the 15-day DL. Optioned RHP D.J. Carassco to Charlotte (IL). NEW YORK YANKEES_Signed 1B Richie Sexson. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Top talent to compete at Top Gun Showcase Jul 19, 2008
Football Recruit Search. Basketball Recruit Search. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Top High School Students Converge on Alva Jul 14, 2008
Greeeting her from left to right are Alisa Collins of Yukon, Haley Beard of Tulsa; Chris Krittenbrink of Norman and Sallena Samuel of Jenks. Second photo: A few minutes before the Student Council Camp started, a group of students engage in a get acquainted exercise. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Packers won't give Favre his release Jul 13, 2008
White Sox closer Bobby Jenks, who has been on the DL with bursitis in his left (non-pitching) shoulder since June 30, expects to be ready to pitch after the All-Star break. Astros righthanded starter Roy Oswalt reported that his left hip is sore - and he doesn't know when he'll pitch again. (Boston Globe)
Wednesday's Transactions Jul 13, 2008
CHICAGO WHITE SOX_Placed RHP Bobby Jenks on the 15-day DL, retroactive to June 30. Purchased the contract of RHP D.J. Carrasco from Charlotte (IL). (International Herald Tribune)
AT&T U-verse Arrives in Tulsa Jul 7, 2008
Customers can currently order ATrse services in parts of Tulsa, Jenks and Owasso. AT make U-verse services available to more homes throughout the area on an ongoing basis. (PR Newswire)
Lynn to narrow it down soon? Jul 4, 2008
Undoubtedly the top in-state cornerback prospect that the Cowboys and seemingly everyone else around the country is hoping to land come signing day 2009 is Jenks, Oklahoma product Gabe Lynn. After a whirlwind visit tour of several interested schools, the 6-foot, 185-pounder talked with O-State Illustrated about the different trips, OSU, and recruiting in general. (Oklahoma State Sports -- Rivals.com)
What have you missed this month on Blitz? Jul 2, 2008
But the speedy 5-foot-8, 159-pound wide receiver from Jenks (Okla. Jenks does indeed have a scholarship offer from the Beavers and he couldn't be happier. (Oregon State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Garza hurls one-hitter; Lee and Harden dominant Jun 28, 2008
Bobby Jenks pitched a perfect ninth inning for his 17th save. Clayton Kershaw (0-2) gave up two runs, six hits and four walks in four-plus innings. (Altus Times, OK)
Danks and Chisox bullpen beat Dodgers 2-0 Jun 27, 2008
Bobby Jenks followed relievers Matt Thornton, Octavio Dotel, and Scott Linebrink with a perfect ninth for his 17th save in 20 attempts. The White Sox bullpen, which has had the fewest innings pitched in the AL in each of the previous four seasons, again trails the pack this year with 204 2-3. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Pea, Covington reunite for All-State softball win Jun 26, 2008
"It wasn't as intimidating as I thought it would be because we had players from Jenks and Tahlequah and Muskogee on our team," said Covington. Pea played shortstop and batted 0-for-1 with a walk and an RBI. She plans on attending Northeastern State University and was pleased to close out her high school career with a win. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
2010 First Look: Beau Marsaln Jun 24, 2008
Jenks got a nice surprise when they found out that they were getting a transfer in from Beau Marsaln, a talented quarterback who put up huge numbers for Blackwell a year ago ... It will be a tough task for anyone to fill the shoes of Jenks quarterback , who led the team on back-to-back State Championship runs, but someone will have to do it. (OUInsider.com)
A trip to LSU is on Lynn's Agenda Jun 19, 2008
By Recruiting AnalystDate: Jun 19, 2008 The state of Oklahoma has produced one of the nations most explosive athletes for the 2009 class in Jenks High cornerback Gabe Lynn. Throughout most of the recruiting process, the battle for the five-star prospect has been looked at as a two team race. (TigerRag.com)
Heavy Rains Roll Through Green Country Jun 19, 2008
FOX23's Sharon Phillips reports on some areas in Tulsa and Jenks that got a lot of rain. Email Story. (FOX23.com, OK)
Long trail leads coach to HOF Jun 17, 2008
After working with Tolin at Sooner High, Holliday eventually became Jenks coach, where he brought Bart on board. He told me You ve got to get to know Doug, Bart recalled. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
The real high-school musical Jun 12, 2008
Check out this production of "Oklahoma." Maybe it is so because it was staged in Jenks, Okla. Maybe there is an oil well behind the school. (Salon)
New physician greets prospective patients at Health Fair Jun 10, 2008
She had the option of going to places like Owasso or Jenks, near the Tulsa area. I put in some basic information, just that I had been to this particular site, she said. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox beat Rays, take lead in East Jun 5, 2008
David DeJesus hit a tying two-run single in the ninth off White Sox closer Bobby Jenks, who blew his third save in 17 chances. Twins 7, Orioles 5: Joe Mauer hit his second homer in three days and drove in three runs, helping Boof Bonser get a win out of the bullpen in Minneapolis. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Gabe Lynn Photo Gallery May 29, 2008
comDate: May 28, 2008 Gabe Lynn is one of the most highly recruited players in the nation and coaches from all over the country were in Jenks this Spring to watch him practice. In this feature Sooners Illustrated presents some images of the five-star corner in action from the Trojan Spring Game. (OUInsider.com)
Oklahoma Jubilee Chorus May 29, 2008
There are members from Bartlesville, Dewey, Jenks, Sand Springs, Bixby, Coweta, Broken Arrow, Miami and Sapulpa. The Oklahoma Jubilee Chorus sings four-part barbershop harmony. (FOX23.com, OK)
Click for Full Story May 27, 2008
On This Date:In 1818, American reformer Amelia Jenks Bloomer, who popularized the garment that bears her name, "bloomers, was born in Homer, New York.In 1896, 255 people were killed when a tornado struck St. Louis, Missouri, and East St. Louis, Illinois.In 1933, Walt Disney's Academy Award-winning animated short "The Three Little Pigs" was first released.In 1935, the Supreme Court, in Schechter Poultry Corporation v. United States, struck down the National Industrial Recovery Act.In 1936, the... (KWTX.com, TX)
Fab five: local softballers make All-State May 24, 2008
Large East: Natalie Pea, Roland; Ashley Covington, Sallisaw; Paige Johnson, Union; Shelbi Brown, Tahlequah; Lisa Ripperger, Jenks; Lorin Hammer, Sequoyah-Tahlequah; Chasity Morrow, Chouteau; Ashley Townsend, Checotah; Olivia Rivera, Heavener; Maggie Roper, Heavener; Megan Mattingly, Antlers; Jaime Obannon, Valliant; Alyssa Wagner, Muskogee; Krysten Kosofsky, Jenks; Lindsey Polk, Valliant; Kody Briggs, Antlers; Kyonna Syrys, Muskogee; Alison Tunnel, Sapula. Coach - Todd Williams, Jenks. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Departments attend Northwest Regional Fire School May 23, 2008
Aline Fire Department, Alfalfa County 4 Alva Fire Department, Woods County 18 Amorita Fire Department, Alfalfa County 2 Capron Fire Department, Woods County 6 Cole Fire Department, McClain County 2 Collinsville Fire Department, Tulsa County 2 Dacoma Fire Department, Woods County 6 Deer Creek Fire Department, Grant County 2 Diamondback Correctional Facility, Blaine County 1 Dibble Fire Department, McClain County 3 Fire Service Training, Payne County 17 Freedom Fire Department, Woods County 5... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Tiger duo makes All-State baseball team May 22, 2008
Large East: Joe Spring, Owasso; Chris O'Brien, Bishop Kelley; Nick Grimmett, Beggs; Mark Ginther, Jenks; Caleb Bushyhead, Mannford; Nick Henson, Miami; Ryan Williams, Bixby; Antonio Horn, Muskogee; Dallas Beeler, Jenks; Austin Dean, Stillwater; Hunter Cunningham, Sequoyah-Tahlequah; Bobby Bundy, Sperry; Denny Clement, Cascia Hall; Brian Flynn, Owasso. Large West: Josh Rosecrans, Santa Fe; Billy Balak, Moore; Justin Barnes, Yukon; Nick Rountree, Enid; Kyle Ebert, tuttle; Derek Glenn, Jones; Josh... (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
Oklahoma Students Win Be Smart-Don't Start! Contest May 16, 2008
Eighteen more students were chosen as winners in their divisions: Eastern Oklahoma Winners: K - 1st Grade Category 1st Place Aubrey Brown Maryetta Elementary, Stilwell 2nd Place Stone Daniels Liberty Elementary, Sallisaw 3rd Place Kolbe Booker Home schooled, Muskogee 2nd - 3rd Grade Category 1st Place Plizia Bishop Maryetta Elementary, Stilwell 2nd Place Giovanni Jaquez Madill Elementary, Madill 3rd Place Nicole Murphy Vian Elementary, Vian 4th - 5th Grade Category 1st Place Molli Provine Jenks... (PR Newswire)
2008 Oil Bowl Rosters May 16, 2008
6-3, 250 OG-DE, Jenks (Tulsa) ... 6-1 330 RB-DT, Jenks (). (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
The State Rests in Alleged Trooper Killer Case May 14, 2008
It took just two days, but it was hard for the Jenks family to hear the details of Calvin's death for the second time in 6 months. "It's hard on the family but we think it's going ok and maybe, hopefully by the end of the week we can get some type of closure," said Father Norm Jenks ... One by one including the medical examiner who told the jury exactly how Calvin Jenks was killed. (WREG.com, TN)
Ex-Bruin QB passes on knowledge May 14, 2008
Rolling to a 6-4 regular season record (including a nearly-stunning upset of Jenks), the Bruins made their only appearance in the playoffs since the 92 campaign. But, coming into 2003, the Bruins prospects for any kind of measurable success appeared, at best, bleak. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Wal-Mart introducing healthier on-the-go eating May 12, 2008
On a recent afternoon, Jenks residents Dwight and Shelley Durant slip into a local Camille's for a quick nosh after a bike ride. Their favorites at the eatery: the breakfast wraps and the turkey sandwich. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
PGE gets the OK to install new meters May 8, 2008
"This technology is a key part of the foundation we're laying to meet Oregon's future energy needs, Peggy Fowler, PGE's chief executive, said in a statement. Residential ratepayer advocates aren't happy with PGE's plan or regulators' decision to back it. They say smart meter technology isn't mature, and PGE's new meters may not have the functionality needed to take advantage of some the best that advanced metering technology can provide. Exhibit one, they say, is the 3,500 smart meters PGE... (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
G/T Debate - Part 2: Cluster grouping, continuum of services important, say experts May 2, 2008
Jenks, Yukon, Moore Public Schools, those are three schools that we look to when we talk about cluster grouping ... Officials at Jenks and Moore Public Schools did not return calls seeking comment on their programs. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
2009 Oklahoma Top 25 May 2, 2008
Oklahoma Sooners Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. com covers University of Oklahoma athletics on the Scout. (OUInsider.com)