Body HUGO LADY BUFFALO NADALIE BOWDEN scoops up a ground ball hit to the outfield in recent action against Rock Creek, and throws the ball to second base. Backing Bowden up in center field is Alley Ivy. Hugo News Photo / Stan Stamper

Body An early season news story saying the Oklahoma Sooners “had no chance making it into a National Championship position” was all it took for the OU women’s gymnastic team to fight their way into their fifth National Championship last week.

Body The Hugo Buffaloes put up an impressive win against the Idabel Warriors last week, sparked by a strong five-run second inning. Ashton Barnett, Hunter Sims and Kane Worthy each booked two hits for the Buffaloes.

Body IN THE GAP — Racing to cut off a hit into their outfield position for the Hugo Lady Buffaloes are Chanda Barnett (left) and center fielder Laney Cox. The Lady Buffs were at home Friday against the Rock Creek Lady Mustangs. Hugo News Photo / Stan Stamper

Body The Rattan RAMS put on a massive fourth and fifth-inning surge to slam the Dale Pirates 20-10 last week. Keegan Robertson had a big day, slamming not one, but two home runs during the game to lead the RAMS.

Body BOSWELL — The Hugo Buffaloes saw the ball well in the first inning against Boswell last week, and plated four first-inning runs that turned out to be the difference in the ball game.

Body HUGO — The Hugo Buffaloes put a trio of Ws into the 2022 baseball season book since last week, edging out the Kingston Redskins in a very tight game, 3-2 and following that win up with another W over the Calera Bulldogs, 6-5.

Body HUGO LADY BUFFALO KAYDRIN SCOTT has been named to the Oklahoma Girls Basketball Coaches Association All-State Team. A four-year starter, Scott led the Buffaloes in several scoring and rebounding categories.

Body RATTAN — The Rattan RAMS put three wins in the 2022 season book over the weekend with two wins over Kingston and a 12-3 Monday victory over Boswell. Jace May had a five-RBI day against the Scorpions Monday, that included a big home run in the fifth inning.

Body HUNTER SIMS steps toward home plate and delivers a pitch to an Atoka batter during weekend baseball action.