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23-05-2025
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OU football lands Norman North alum Gavin Frakes in transfer portal from Virginia
NORMAN — OU football has reportedly added a fifth quarterback to its roster. Former Norman North standout Gavin Frakes, who spent two seasons at New Mexico State and last season at Virginia, is set to transfer to the Sooners, according to a report Thursday from OUInsider. Advertisement Frakes made five starts for New Mexico State in 2022 but didn't see action in 2023. He also didn't play for the Cavaliers in 2024 and has two years of eligibility remaining. Frakes served as Norman North's starting quarterback as a senior in the fall of 2021 and was a top-100 class of 2022 prospect in Oklahoma. Frakes led the Timberwolves to a 7-4 record and finished the regular season with 2,992 all-purpose yards and 32 touchdowns. Frakes joins John Mateer, Michael Hawkins Jr., Whitt Newbauer and Jett Niu as quarterbacks on the Sooners' roster. Frakes is OU's seventh spring transfer portal addition, joining Newbauer (Mercer), wide receiver Jer'Michael Carter (McNeese State), defensive tackle Siolaa Lolohea (Utah State), offensive lineman Jake Maikkula (Stanford), running back Jaydn Ott (Cal) and kicker Tate Sandell (UTSA). Advertisement More: Why OU softball is more prepared for Alabama this time around in NCAA super regionals Colton Sulley covers the Oklahoma Sooners for The Oklahoman. Have a story idea for Colton? He can be reached at csulley@ or on X/Twitter at @colton_sulley. Support Colton's work and that of other Oklahoman journalists by purchasing a digital subscription today at This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: OU football lands QB Gavin Frakes in transfer portal from Virginia
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26-04-2025
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Suspect in deadly motorcycle crash had prior DUI arrest, released on $1,500 bond
The Brief James Warren, of Douglas County, is charged with vehicular homicide in the Easter Sunday death of 68-year-old Norman North of College Park. Warren had been out on $1,500 bond for a March DUI and failure to maintain lane arrest in Douglas County. North's funeral service is scheduled for next week. DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. - James Warren is charged with first-degree vehicular homicide in connection with the Easter Sunday afternoon death of 68-year-old Norman North. Court records show Warren had been arrested on March 22 for DUI and failure to maintain lane charges. What we know North was riding his motorcycle in Douglas County along Highway 166 between Chapel Hill Road and Big A Road, when authorities say the suspect collided with North and allegedly fled the scene. According to the arrest warrants, Warren fled the scene, resisted arrest, and spat in the face and chest of a deputy at Wellstar Douglas Medical Center. Also, according to a warrant, 42 pills, described as Alprazolam, were found on the suspect. What they're saying North's brother, Brett North, says his brother was a motorcycle enthusiast. A big brother who was described as kind and generous. "Caring, tenacious, those are words that would sum him up," said North. "The last thing I got from him was a text around 2 o'clock, and it said 'Happy Easter. I love you.'" He says their family was stunned to learn of North's death and couldn't believe the suspect had bonded out of the Douglas County jail for an earlier DUI arrest. "Until us as a society stand up and say 'we've had enough,' I don't know what the answer is," exclaimed North. "We are not going to fill our jails with DUIs." The Source FOX 5's Kevyn Stewart spoke with Norman North's brother, Brett North, for this article. Additional details were pulled from court documents and warrants.
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25-02-2025
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Superstar Spotlight: Keeley Parks breaks Norman girls basketball all-time scoring record
In January, Keeley Parks became Norman High School's (Oklahoma) all-time leading scorer, surpassing 1,455 points. And she did it in style, averaging more than 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 steals as a senior. Parks is committed to Kansas for good reason. She currently profiles as a combo guard who can shoot but can also handle the ball when needed. In college, her rebounding prowess could allow her to develop into more of a small forward on the wing. In short, depending on what the Jayhawks need she should be able to help anywhere in the backcourt. Reigning Oklahoma Gatorade Player of the Year Keeley Parks dropped a cool 30 pc against Norman North in their Cross Town Clash win Friday eveningShe also had 11 rebounds, several steals and multiple blocked shotsHere are a few of her toughest plays — No-Look Media (@NoLookMedia1) February 23, 2025 As a junior, Parks was named the Oklahoma Gatorade Girls Basketball Player of the Year. Also, she was the OKC Metro High School Sports Awars Girls Basketball Player of the Year after averaging 26.3 points, 8.5 rebounds and 5.6 steals. Most impressively, she led a team that had graduated 10 seniors to within a game of the Class 6A state tournament. She also had 51 points in a game against Midwest City. Parks is listed as No. 16 on USA TODAY High School Sports' 25 in '25 Girls Basketball Recruiting Rankings. She will enter the postseason as the favorite to repeat as the top girls basketball awards winner at the 2024-25 OKC Metro High School Sports Awards, which are June 10 at the Young Family Athletic Center in Norman. The Girls Basketball Player of the Year Award is Presented by the Young Family Athletic Center. More: Superstar Spotlight: LSU women's basketball recruit Divine Bourrage has something to prove This article originally appeared on USA TODAY High School Sports Wire: Keeley Parks breaks Norman girls basketball scoring record
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21-02-2025
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Oklahoma Sooners predicted to land electric in-state wide receiver
The Oklahoma Sooners are trending in a positive direction for one of the best players in the state of Oklahoma, wide receiver Mason James. Oklahoma earned a Rivals Futurecast from national recruiting analyst Sam Spiegelman on Thursday evening. James is a talented four-star prospect in the 2026 recruiting class and is considered the No. 2 player in the state of Oklahoma by 247Sports. On Wednesday, he included Oklahoma in his top 10, along with Florida, Notre Dame, Michigan, Washington, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Kansas State, Missouri, and Arizona State. He had a huge season for Norman North with 56 receptions for 1,233 yards and 17 touchdowns. The first thing that jumps off the screen about James is his route running. The Norman North product does a fantastic job setting up defenders without having to slow down going into his break. That puts defensive backs out of position as he flies down the field. James is an electric playmaker with the speed to run past the secondary in the deep passing game or take a pass in the short passing game the distance for a touchdown. James shows fantastic lateral agility, making defenders miss in the open field. He also does a great job tracking the ball in the air and displays soft hands. James is one of the most dynamic players in the class and would make a huge impact with the Sooners. His route-running ability and speed make him an option to play on the outside or in the slot. He can be a threat in the return game. Just get Mason James the ball and watch him go to work. Projected Position Wide Receiver Height 6-feet Weight 170 pounds Hometown Norman, Okla. Site Stars Overall Position State Rivals 3 -- 22 5 ESPN 4 238 37 2 247Sports 4 173 29 2 247Sports Composite 4 265 43 3 On3 4 282 47 2 On3 Industry 4 213 36 1 Good work @OU_Football camp yesterday! Will be back soon for sure!! @CoachEmmett @CoachVenables @Josh_Scoop @JoshMCallaway #BoomerSooner — Mason James✞ (@MasonJames_1) June 10, 2023 This article originally appeared on Sooners Wire: Oklahoma earns Rivals Futurecast for 2026 4-Star WR Mason James
