Jay C. Upchurch

In Norman, the University of Oklahoma has forged a football tradition steeped in history, filled with more than a century’s worth of colorful characters, unforgettable moments and unparalleled success. Across campus at the OU College of Engineering, the fan base pales in comparison. Saturday crowds are practically nonexistent and the roster of talent contains nary […]

Ten years ago this summer, a hotshot kid from Fort Worth, Texas, turned the amateur golf world on its ear with a dominating string of performances that included wins at the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship and the Porter Cup, and a semifinal appearance in the 99th edition of the U.S. Amateur. LINK PRESSURE Hunter […]

Ten years ago this summer, a hotshot kid from Fort Worth, Texas, turned the amateur golf world on its ear with a dominating string of performances that included wins at the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship and the Porter Cup, and a semifinal appearance in the 99th edition of the U.S. Amateur. LINK PRESSURE Hunter […]

Every major city in the United States has at least one. College campuses all over the country have joined in the fun as well. Over the last decade or so, climbing gyms have become popular destinations for athletes and non-athletes. Maybe it’s the challenge or the adventure, or just an escape from the ordinary ” […]

Weekend golfers looking to add a little competitive spice to their game should check out the Golf Galaxy Golf Tour, which offers two-person teams the opportunity to vie for prizes and merchandise in a tournament setting. LOCAL TOUR DIRECTOR PARTNERSHIP One of 63 cities nationwide offering a version of the unique tour, Oklahoma City boasts […]

At this rate, the respective Oklahoma City University golf programs are going to have to take on a new shared moniker ” something that appropriately describes their recent success. Something like, say, “Dynasty Central.” IMPRESSIVE RUN STARTING FIVE The Stars have been dominating the NAIA world of golf for almost a full decade now, and […]

Warm-weather amateur sports enthusiasts are already counting down to the next Summer Olympic Games, which are set to get underway on 2012 in merry old London. Not the sunniest of climates, but that’s where the next Michael Phelps will makes his or her big splash. For local fans unwilling to wait until then to get […]

A road trip to Iowa doesn’t exactly sound life-changing. At least that’s what Ryan Lenhart thought when he loaded up with friends for a 2007 Memorial Day weekend journey. Prior to accepting the invitation, Lenhart was a casual bicyclist more interested in riding to stay in shape than anything else. But by the time he […]

Imagine a place so rich in tradition the list of names adorning the walls and displays reads like a who’s who of amateur and professional sports. Overhead, a video continuously plays Lee Roy Selmon’s greatest hits, while a few feet down, one of the many hallowed halls one can relive dozens of memorable moments in […]

in”>As the sisters traversed the scenic course, beginning at 6:30 a.m. near the Memorial, their focus on the ultimate cause was occasionally interrupted by the aches and pains that can often accompany distance running. Because of the heat, both sisters suffered from dehydration, and Mayes was slowed by a sore knee that had bothered her […]