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2012 High School Football Preview


Keifer's Carlos Capehart, Booker T. Washington coach Marvin Dantzler, Cascia Hall's Abrm McQuarters and Lincoln's Austin Grauer at the Penthouse of the Mayo Hotel. Photo by TOM GILBERT/Tulsa World.

High school football preview - Movin' on up:  If there was a song that would best describe the upcoming football season it would be, “Movin’ on Up,” the theme from the classic 1975-85 television sitcom, “The Jeffersons.”
 The song starts, “Well we’re movin’ on up, to the east side. To the deluxe apartment in the sky.”
 In keeping with the spirit of the song, the Tulsa World invited representatives from four East powerhouses that are moving up a classification to participate in this special section’s cover shoot.
 Cascia Hall tailback Abrm McQuarters, Lincoln Christian quarterback Austin Grauer, Kiefer defensive end Carlos Capehart and Booker T. Washington coach Marvin Dantzler posed for the photo taken in the Penthouse of downtown Tulsa’s historic Mayo Hotel.
 All are hoping for such a beautiful view at the top of their new classes this season.

  Read the full story by Barry Lewis, World Sports Writer.


1. Devon Thomas: Broken Arrow, running back, 6-0, 205, Junior
2. Brayden Scott: Tahlequah Sequoyah, quarterback, 6-3, 205, Senior
3. Jordan Smallwood: Jenks, wide receiver, 6-2, 190, Senior
4. Dalton Rodriguez: Union, defensive end, 6-6, 255, Senior
5. Stanvon Taylor: East Central, cornerback, 5-11, 175, Senior
6. Kerwin Thomas: Wagoner, cornerback/receiver, 5-11, 160, Senior
7. Hunter Atyia: Union, quarterback, 5-10, 165, Senior
8. Jake Gandara: Fort Gibson, running back/cornerback, 5-8, 180, Senior
9. Dominique Alexander: Booker T. Washington, defensive end/receiver, 6-2, 200, Senior
10. Zach Webb: Metro Christian, offensive line/defensive line, 6-2, 280, Senior
HEADLINES
High School Football: Class 4A preview

High School Football: Class 4A preview   8/26/2012

The Bulldogs graduated the state's player of the year, Kevin Peterson, from their 2011 state championship team but return many returning starters.
Your Best Kicker: Cory Barnett

Your Best Kicker: Cory Barnett   8/26/2012

Catoosa head coach Aaron Meier said he couldn't be happier about having placekicker Cory Barnett for another year.
Your Best Receiver: Trey Michalczewski

Your Best Receiver: Trey Michalczewski   8/26/2012

As long as his football career has to end in a few months, Trey Michalczewski can say he went out on top.
Your Best Linebacker: Trent Taber

Your Best Linebacker: Trent Taber   8/26/2012

In 2011, Trent Taber had a rare feat for a sophomore at Jenks.
High School Football: Class 2A preview

High School Football: Class 2A preview   8/26/2012

Wolverines are holding a lot of aces, but head coach Brandon Tyler isn't content to play a pat hand.
High School Football: Class 5A preview

High School Football: Class 5A preview   8/26/2012

The defending state-champion Bluejays were perfect in 2011 and have that potential again behind four-year starting quarterback Bryan Dutton, a pass-run threat who accounted for 2,913 yards and 32 TDs last season.
High School Football: Class 6A preview

High School Football: Class 6A preview   8/26/2012

Whenever a team has won four straight state championships, returns its head coach and many of its key players, as is the case with Union, it deserves to be ranked No. 1. Returning quarterback Hunter Atyia will throw to a pair of University of Tulsa commits - Chris Hall and Khalid Kornegay - behind an offensive line led by major college prospect Blake Mejia. A defense that stopped last-minute drives to preserve one-point wins in the last three playoff games last year is led up front by Oklahoma commit Dalton Rodriguez. The Redskins have a stellar linebacking corps that includes last year's title game hero, Coleby Evans, and the secondary is filled with playmakers. Special teams are strong again. There are no weaknesses. The only question mark is the lack of a proven running back, but Union has several candidates with potential.

High School Football: Class C preview   8/26/2012

The most prolific Oklahoma eight-man team of the 21st century must replace a coaching legend and record-setting quarterback. The Indians have won seven state titles since 2002, finished runner-up once, lost in the quarterfinals and won eight district championships while posting a 135-9 record. Former coach Troy Bullard now tackles private business as new coach Seth Mills inherits five returning starters. Gone, too, is quarterback Aaron McCandless, who scored 89 career TDs, had 7,569 total yards and 8,453 all-purpose yards. Kadyn Schick, who rushed for 785 yards and nine TDs last season, replaces McCandless. Senior receiver Cory Floyd caught 26 passes for 591 yards and eight TDs.
High School Football: Class B preview

High School Football: Class B preview   8/26/2012

The Cougars go from the Class A, 11-man state runner-up into eight-man Class B.

High School Football: Class A preview   8/26/2012

Who needs tradition? Dating as far back as 1959, the Bulldogs had never reached the playoff semifinals until last year's championship run.
Your Best Running Back: Tanner Smith

Your Best Running Back: Tanner Smith   8/26/2012

Tanner Smith doesn't shy away from the physical aspects of football.
Your Best Defensive Lineman: Dalton Rodriguez

Your Best Defensive Lineman: Dalton Rodriguez   8/26/2012

Last year, Cascia Hall linebacker Conner Sherwood had the largest victory in the readers' voting.
Your Best Offensive Lineman: Brandon Waggoner

Your Best Offensive Lineman: Brandon Waggoner   8/26/2012

Offensive linemen continue to be popular.
Your Best Defensive Back: Connor Drake

Your Best Defensive Back: Connor Drake   8/26/2012

Connor Drake was voted the area's top defensive back, but the versatile athlete easily could have been a candidate at other positions.
Your Best Quarterback: Hunter Atyia

Your Best Quarterback: Hunter Atyia   8/26/2012

For the second straight year, Atyia is the readers' choice as the area's top quarterback.
The World's best: Devon Thomas

The World's best: Devon Thomas   8/26/2012

Last year, it could be hard to identify Broken Arrow tailback Devon Thomas. Because of the color scheme on the team's uniforms, it was often difficult to distinguish between Thomas, who wore 28, and another running back, Cameron Wrenn, who wore 20.
The World's best: Dominique Alexander

The World's best: Dominique Alexander   8/26/2012

Dominique Alexander will be all over the field for Booker T. Washington.
The World's best: Zach Webb

The World's best: Zach Webb   8/26/2012

Zach Webb wasn't the No. 1 offensive lineman in the All-World rankings, and he wasn't the No. 1 defensive lineman.
The World's best: Jake Gandara

The World's best: Jake Gandara   8/26/2012

Jake Gandara has gained a lot of attention because of his accomplishments as an offensive player, but he is a standout in all three phases of the game.
The World's best: Hunter Atyia

The World's best: Hunter Atyia   8/26/2012

Hunter Atyia has the chance to become only the second player in Union history to start at quarterback in the finals on two state championship teams.
The World's best: Kerwin Thomas

The World's best: Kerwin Thomas   8/26/2012

Kerwin Thomas enters this season in a very similar situation as former Wagoner teammate Kevin Peterson was in last summer.
The World's best: Stanvon Taylor

The World's best: Stanvon Taylor   8/26/2012

Although Oklahoma commit Stanvon Taylor was recruited as a cornerback, he also is a big-time offensive threat as a wide receiver.
The World's best: Jordan Smallwood

The World's best: Jordan Smallwood   8/26/2012

Jordan Smallwood smiled when told USA Today's Super 25 preseason ranking of teams mistakenly included him in rival Union's description.
The World's best: Brayden Scott

The World's best: Brayden Scott   8/26/2012

For Tahlequah Sequoyah quarterback Brayden Scott, the 2012 Summer Olympics had special meaning.
The World's best: Dalton Rodriguez

The World's best: Dalton Rodriguez   8/26/2012

Union defensive end Dalton Rodriguez was at his best when the games meant the most in the Redskins' drive for their fourth straight Class 6A state title last year.

2012 High school football schedules   8/26/2012

High School Football: Class 3A preview

High School Football: Class 3A preview   8/26/2012

Time flies when you're having fun. Mike Snyder has 298 wins in 32 years at the Seminole helm, including a state title in 1996 and four runner-up finishes.

OSSAA District Assignments for 2012-13 seasons   8/26/2012

B.T. Washington, Bartlesville, Enid, Owasso, Ponca City, Sand Springs, Stillwater, Union.

Ranking the State's best football players   8/26/2012

Had 98 tackles as he helped the Hornets win the 5A state title in 2010.
High school football: Larger competition to test perennial powers

High school football: Larger competition to test perennial powers   8/26/2012

IF there was a song that would best describe the upcoming football season it would be, 'Movin' on Up,' the theme from the classic 1975-85 television sitcom, 'The Jeffersons.'

Coaches, statisticians: Enter your high school football stats online   8/26/2012

Coaches or statisticians are encouraged to participate in our Preps by the Numbers by entering your stats online following each game or on Saturdays or Sundays. These are the stats we run weekly during football season. Each coach should have a username and password to log in to stats.tulsaworld.com If you need help with your password, contact mark.foster@tulsaworld.com or barry.lewis@tulsaworld.com We'll also have someone in the office to help on weekends during the season. We'll have someone available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Call 918-581-8355 or 800-944-PLAY.

High school football: Pre-season top 10 rankings   8/26/2012

Everything you need to get ready for the 2012 season.

High school football: Inside the All-World rankings   8/26/2012

As has been the case for several years, the overall rankings and the rankings for each position were established after consulting with other Tulsa World writers, correspondents and some coaches.

World Preseason Picks   8/26/2012

High school football: Move up a downer for Edison

High school football: Move up a downer for Edison   8/26/2012

All four schools represented in this special section's cover story go into the season moving into a higher classification with realistic hopes of a deep playoff run due to confidence gained by past success.

High school football: On the air   8/26/2012

Aug. 30: OKC Heritage Hall at OKC Casady, 7:30 p.m.
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PRESEASON RANKINGS
CLASS 6A
1. Union
2. Broken Arrow
3. Jenks
4. Edmond Santa Fe
5. Owasso
6. Midwest City
7. Lawton
8. Edmond North
9. Booker T. Washington
10. Yukon

Complete analysis of Class 6A from
Tulsa World Sports Writer Barry Lewis.

CLASS 5A
1. Guthrie
2. Lawton MacArthur
3. East Central
4. MWC Carl Albert
5. McAlester
6. Coweta
7. Central
8. OKC McGuinness
9. Ardmore
10. Bishop Kelley

Complete analysis of Class 5A from
Tulsa World Sports Writer Barry Lewis.

CLASS 4A
1. Wagoner
2. OKC Douglass
3. Clinton
4. Cascia Hall
5. Sallisaw
6. Anadarko
7. Glenpool
8. Ada
9. Catoosa
10. Fort Gibson

Complete analysis of Class 4A from
Tulsa World Sports Writer Barry Lewis.

CLASS 3A
1. Seminole
2. Berryhill
3. OKC Heritage Hall
4. Metro Christian
5. Kingfisher
6. Tahlequah Sequoyah
7. Tuttle
8. Plainview
9. Verdigris
10. Lincoln Christian

Complete analysis of Class 3A from
Tulsa World Sports Writer Mike Brown.

CLASS 2A
1. Vian
2. Hennessey
3. Stroud
4. Davis
5. Okemah
6. OKC MIllwood
7. Lindsay
8. Adair
9. Okla. Christian
10. Commerce

Complete analysis of Class 2A from
Tulsa World Sports Writer Mike Brown.

CLASS A
1. Wayne
2. Wynnewood
3. Thomas
4. Texhoma
5. Kiefer
6. Rush Springs
7. Morrison
8. Velma-Alma
9. Foyil
10. Okeene

Complete analysis of Class A from
Tulsa World Sports Writer Mike Brown.

CLASS B
1. Woodland
2. Laverne
3, Davenport
4. Dewar
5. Wetumka
6, Pond Creek-Hunter
7. Seiling
8. Garber
9. Welch
10. Fox

Complete analysis of Class B from
Tulsa World Correspondent John D. Ferguson.

CLASS C
1. Shattuck
2. Tipton
3. Cherokee
4. Timberlake
5. Deer Creek Lamont
6. Sharon-Mutual
7. Forgan
8. Ryan
9. Temple
10. Arkoma

Complete analysis of Class C from
Tulsa World Correspondent John D. Ferguson.
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