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Scottish business leaders back The Herald rates campaign
The campaign comes amid growing concern within the business community over the complexity of the current business rates regime and the steep increases in bills that followed the most recent revaluation of non-domestic properties, which critics say are undermining the ability of companies to invest, grow and take on staff.
Oklahoma State football commit Bryson Brown was QB but found passion on defense | Super 30
July 13, 2026, 6:00 a.m. CT For much of his young football life, Bryson Brown played quarterback, which was an ideal way to fully utilize Brown’s unique athletic abilities. But as he neared his ninth-grade year at Broken Arrow High School, Brown decided it was time to leave offense behind. He preferred delivering hits rather than dodging them.
Oklahoma State football commit Cooper Hooker returning to roots at Pryor | Super 30
When he arrived at Pryor High School for offseason football workouts in May, Cooper Hooker immediately felt at home. Technically, he was transferring from Salina, where he attended school from sixth through 11th grade.
Texas Tech teammates recall Oklahoma State football's Eric Morris as 'a menace' Original
LUBBOCK, TX — Looking to transfer after his freshman football season at Duke in 2004, Daniel Charbonnet arrived at Texas Tech on a recruiting visit. He was greeted by Danny Amendola, his former high school teammate at The Woodlands who was roommates with a young Texas Tech receiver from a small town outside Lubbock.
Oklahoma State athletics partners with Osage Nation for jersey patch for 2026-27
STILLWATER — The Oklahoma State athletic department has partnered with Osage Nation on an agreement that will include an Osage jersey patch on the uniforms of all OSU teams for the 2026-27 school year, the organizations announced Tuesday. "Oklahoma State Athletics is grateful for the people and the innovative leadership of the Osage Nation for making this historic partnership a reality," OSU athletic director Chad Weiberg said in a news release.
Oklahoma State athletics partners with Osage Nation for jersey patch for 2026-27
Oklahoma State athletics partners with Osage Nation for jersey patch for 2026-27 Scott Wright June 23, 2026, 2:09 p.m. CT STILLWATER — The Oklahoma State athletic department has partnered with Osage Nation on an agreement that will include an Osage jersey patch on the uniforms of all OSU teams for the 2026-27 school year, the organizations announced Tuesday.
How did OSU women's basketball land Audi Crooks? Jacie Hoyt took unique recruiting path
Updated June 22, 2026, 6:18 p.m. CT All-American center Audi Crooks has transferred from Iowa State to Oklahoma State. Coach Jacie Hoyt's honest recruiting approach, which included showing Crooks her mistakes, was a key factor in the decision. Crooks believes OSU's system will better prepare her for a professional basketball career in the WNBA. The Cowgirls' transfer class, which also includes former Florida point guard Liv McGill, is considered one of the nation's best.
How did OSU women's basketball land Audi Crooks? Jacie Hoyt took unique recruiting path
STILLWATER — About halfway through Audi Crooks’ on-campus visit with the Oklahoma State women’s basketball team, coach Jacie Hoyt showed her a video. “She had put together some clips, and it was like a lowlight reel,” Crooks said. “It was a reel of missed layups, and I thought to myself, ‘Man, that’s pretty gutsy of you to sit here and show me everything that I’m doing wrong.’
How did OSU women's basketball land Audi Crooks? Jacie Hoyt took unique recruiting path
Oklahoma State women's basketball players Audi Crooks and Liv McGill discussed what led them to OSU in the nation's top-ranked transfer class.
Where is Oklahoma State football 2027 recruiting class strongest, weakest? Original
STILLWATER — Incoming commitments to the Oklahoma State football recruiting class of 2027 have gone from a sprinkle to a downpour in the month of June.
How Mississippi State transfer pitcher Delainey Everett impacts Oklahoma State softball Original
STILLWATER — Oklahoma State softball addressed one of its biggest needs in the transfer portal with a player who recently had a clutch performance in the state. Mississippi State left-handed pitcher Delainey Everett committed to the Cowgirls on Friday, adding a veteran presence to a young OSU pitching staff. Her commitment comes nearly a month after Everett shut down the potent OU offense in the decisive game of the Norman Super Regional.
How Mississippi State transfer pitcher Delainey Everett impacts Oklahoma State softball
Scott Wright, The Oklahoman Updated Sat, June 20, 2026 at 8:28 PM UTC How Mississippi State transfer pitcher Delainey Everett impacts Oklahoma State softball STILLWATER — Oklahoma State softball addressed one of its biggest needs in the transfer portal with a player who recently had a clutch performance in the state. Mississippi State left-handed pitcher Delainey Everett committed to the Cowgirls on Friday, adding a veteran presence to a young OSU pitching staff.
Wyatt Hendrickson wins spot on USA Wrestling world team, Jax Forrest barely misses out
Scott Wright, The Oklahoman Sat, June 20, 2026 at 6:29 PM UTC Wyatt Hendrickson wins spot on USA Wrestling world team, Jax Forrest barely misses out Former Oklahoma State wrestling national champion Wyatt Hendrickson earned a spot on the USA World Team with a win over Mason Parris in the best-of-three 125-kilogram bout at Final X on Friday night at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Oklahoma State baseball transfer portal tracker 2026: Who has left, joined OSU Cowboys? Original
Oklahoma State baseball transfer portal tracker 2026: Who has left, joined OSU Cowboys? Scott Wright June 19, 2026, 6:15 a.m. CT STILLWATER — Coming off a strong second-half charge that took Oklahoma State baseball from the wrong side of the NCAA Tournament bubble to a regional No. 2 seed, Josh Holliday quickly went to work in the transfer portal.
Oklahoma State baseball transfer portal tracker 2026: Who has left, joined OSU Cowboys?
STILLWATER — Coming off a strong second-half charge that took Oklahoma State baseball from the wrong side of the NCAA Tournament bubble to a regional No. 2 seed, Josh Holliday quickly went to work in the transfer portal. After a 39-22 season that ended in the regional final at Alabama, the Cowboys have a handful of key seniors to replace both in the lineup and on the pitching staff.
Navy hires Oklahoma State's Reid Sigmon to senior leadership role
STILLWATER — After serving as Chad Weiberg’s deputy athletic director since 2021, Reid Sigmon has left Oklahoma State to take a role as the senior associate director of athletics at the US Naval Academy. Sigmon’s title also includes chief business and revenue officer, a newly created position designed to help Navy’s revenue growth and business operations. Sigmon was hired at OSU when Weiberg was promoted to athletic director following Mike Holder’s retirement in July 2021.
Navy hires Oklahoma State's Reid Sigmon to senior leadership role
STILLWATER — After serving as Chad Weiberg’s deputy athletic director since 2021, Reid Sigmon has left Oklahoma State to take a role as the senior associate director of athletics at the US Naval Academy.
Which of Oklahoma State football's summer arrivals could contribute early for Cowboys?
STILLWATER — More reinforcements arrived for Oklahoma State football at the beginning of June with 14 new additions to the roster from the high school and transfer portal ranks.
Which of Oklahoma State football's summer arrivals could contribute early for Cowboys?
STILLWATER — More reinforcements arrived for Oklahoma State football at the beginning of June with 14 new additions to the roster from the high school and transfer portal ranks.
Oklahoma State softball transfer portal tracker 2026: Who has left, joined OSU Cowgirls?
Scott Wright and Jeff Patterson, The Oklahoman Updated Sun, June 14, 2026 at 12:01 AM UTC Oklahoma State softball transfer portal tracker 2026: Who has left, joined OSU Cowgirls? For the second straight season, the Oklahoma State softball team enters the offseason having missed out on the Women's College World Series.
Oklahoma State softball transfer portal tracker 2026: Who has left, joined OSU Cowgirls? Original
For the second straight season, the Oklahoma State softball team enters the offseason having missed out on the Women's College World Series. The Cowgirls reached the super-regional round of the NCAA Tournament for the sixth time in the last seven opportunities, dropping the best-of-three Lincoln Super Regional to fourth-seeded Nebraska and ending the year with a 41-17 record.
Bob Simmons, OSU's first Black head football coach, dies at 77
Bob Simmons, Oklahoma State's first Black head coach, has died at 77. H led Bedlam wins and was the 1997 Big 12 Coach of the Year.
Which Oklahoma State football game is easiest? Toughest? Ranking Cowboys' schedule
STILLWATER — It’s now less than three months until Eric Morris’ first game as the Oklahoma State football coach. Speculation for how the Cowboys might perform under Morris offers a wide range of results. But looking at the schedule, it’s rather favorable, though also back-loaded with tough games.
Which Oklahoma State football game is easiest? Toughest? Ranking Cowboys' schedule
STILLWATER — It’s now less than three months until Eric Morris’ first game as the Oklahoma State football coach. Speculation for how the Cowboys might perform under Morris offers a wide range of results. But looking at the schedule, it’s rather favorable, though also back-loaded with tough games.
Which Oklahoma State football game is easiest? Toughest? Ranking Cowboys' schedule
STILLWATER — It’s now less than three months until Eric Morris’ first game as the Oklahoma State football coach. Speculation for how the Cowboys might perform under Morris offers a wide range of results. But looking at the schedule, it’s rather favorable, though also back-loaded with tough games.
Which Oklahoma State football game is easiest? Toughest? Ranking Cowboys' schedule
STILLWATER — It’s now less than three months until Eric Morris’ first game as the Oklahoma State football coach. Speculation for how the Cowboys might perform under Morris offers a wide range of results. But looking at the schedule, it’s rather favorable, though also back-loaded with tough games.
Oklahoma State football adds two OL prospects in 2027 recruiting class
STILLWATER — Amid a busy recruiting weekend that included several notable on-campus visits, Oklahoma State lured a big offensive tackle away from an opponent and landed another offensive lineman for the 2027 recruiting class. Sonny Mullen, a 6-foot-6, 280-pound product of Troy, Texas, announced Sunday morning that he had flipped his commitment from Houston to OSU, and a few hours later, 6-foot-4, 290-pound Chase Clark of Chicago announced his commitment.
Oklahoma State football adds two OL prospects in 2027 recruiting class
STILLWATER — Amid a busy recruiting weekend that included several notable on-campus visits, Oklahoma State lured a big offensive tackle away from an opponent and landed another offensive lineman for the 2027 recruiting class. Sonny Mullen, a 6-foot-6, 280-pound product of Troy, Texas, announced Sunday morning that he had flipped his commitment from Houston to OSU, and a few hours later, 6-foot-4, 290-pound Chase Clark of Chicago announced his commitment.
Oklahoma State football adds two OL prospects in 2027 recruiting class
June 7, 2026, 4:18 p.m. CT STILLWATER — Amid a busy recruiting weekend that included several notable on-campus visits, Oklahoma State lured a big offensive tackle away from an opponent and landed another offensive lineman for the 2027 recruiting class. Sonny Mullen, a 6-foot-6, 280-pound product of Troy, Texas, announced Sunday morning that he had flipped his commitment from Houston to OSU, and a few hours later, 6-foot-4, 290-pound Chase Clark of Chicago announced his commitment.
Oklahoma State football adds two OL prospects in 2027 recruiting class
STILLWATER — Amid a busy recruiting weekend that included several notable on-campus visits, Oklahoma State lured a big offensive tackle away from an opponent and landed another offensive lineman for the 2027 recruiting class. Sonny Mullen, a 6-foot-6, 280-pound product of Troy, Texas, announced Sunday morning that he had flipped his commitment from Houston to OSU, and a few hours later, 6-foot-4, 290-pound Chase Clark of Chicago announced his commitment.
Teagan Kavan cements legacy as WCWS pitching great as Texas softball repeats as champ
The Women’s College World Series field was loaded with elite pitchers. Some who will be remembered as all-time greats in the sport. NiJaree Canady, Jordy Frahm, Karlyn Pickens, Jocelyn Briski. Names that every softball fan knows. Yet when the celebratory confetti drifted to the dirt of Devon Park on Thursday night, it was Texas’ Teagan Kavan with the “National Champions” hat on her head and the Most Outstanding Player trophy in her hand — for the second year in a row.
Teagan Kavan cements legacy as WCWS pitching great as Texas softball repeats as champ
The Women’s College World Series field was loaded with elite pitchers. Some who will be remembered as all-time greats in the sport. NiJaree Canady, Jordy Frahm, Karlyn Pickens, Jocelyn Briski. Names that every softball fan knows.
WCWS finals 'started with a bang' before Teagan Kavan, Texas softball took down Texas Tech
Texas Tech took advantage of every hit it got off Texas ace Teagan Kavan, but the 11th-seeded Red Raiders couldn’t scratch out nearly enough of them. The No. 2 Longhorns topped Tech 7-3 in the opener of the best-of-three Women’s College World Series final, and Kavan was more dominant than Texas Tech’s run total might suggest. She allowed three runs on just three hits with two walks and six strikeouts in the complete-game victory.
WCWS finals 'started with a bang' before Teagan Kavan, Texas softball took down Texas Tech
Texas Tech took advantage of every hit it got off Texas ace Teagan Kavan, but the 11th-seeded Red Raiders couldn’t scratch out nearly enough of them. The No. 2 Longhorns topped Tech 7-3 in the opener of the best-of-three Women’s College World Series final, and Kavan was more dominant than Texas Tech’s run total might suggest. She allowed three runs on just three hits with two walks and six strikeouts in the complete-game victory.
Texas softball vs Texas Tech score, live updates, highlights in WCWS finals Game 1
Texas softball vs Texas Tech score, live updates, highlights in WCWS finals Game 1 Updated June 3, 2026, 6:33 p.m. CT The reigning champion and second-seeded Longhorns — who won last year's championship series against the Red Raiders in three games — advanced by twice beating No. 7 Tennessee in Monday's semifinals, 5-2 and 4-0. Watch the 2026 WCWS with a Fubo free trial Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more! More: Who will win NCAA softball title?
Oklahoma State men's golf tops Florida, advances to NCAA semifinals vs. Auburn Original
Oklahoma State men's golf tops Florida, advances to NCAA semifinals vs. Auburn Scott Wright Updated June 2, 2026, 4:27 p.m. CT The fifth-seeded Cowboys got an early boost from junior Eric Lee, who finished off his match 6&4 over Luke Poulter. Fourth-seeded Florida scored the next point with Parker Sands, sophomore from Edmond North High School, defeating OSU’s Filip Fahlberg-Johnsson 3&2.
Oklahoma State golf's Preston Stout wins NCAA championship as Cowboys advance Original
Oklahoma State golf's Preston Stout wins NCAA championship as Cowboys advance Scott Wright June 1, 2026, 8:34 p.m. CT The Oklahoma State men’s golf team added an individual national championship trophy to its collection, and is in position to defend its team title over the next two days at the Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California.
Texas softball's Katie Stewart endures difficult day to lift Longhorns to WCWS finals
Texas softball's Katie Stewart endures difficult day to lift Longhorns to WCWS finals Katie Stewart was already having a rough day in the field before a hard grounder ricocheted into her face. But the joy of her Texas Longhorns surviving the semifinals of the Women’s College World Series surely helped deaden the pain.
Texas softball's Katie Stewart endures difficult day to lift Longhorns to WCWS finals
Katie Stewart was already having a rough day in the field before a hard grounder ricocheted into her face. But the joy of her Texas Longhorns surviving the semifinals of the Women’s College World Series surely helped deaden the pain.
Chris Barnes is 'an every-down receiver' for Oklahoma State football despite size Original
STILLWATER — From his early days as a football player, Chris Barnes’ positional fate seemed clear. Small and shifty, Barnes checked all the boxes of a prototypical slot receiver. With elite straight-line speed and lateral quickness packaged in a muscled-up 5-foot-7, 168-pound body, the new Oklahoma State receiver seems built for nothing else. But when Eric Morris lured Barnes to OSU, he presented him with a different plan. Need a news break?
Oklahoma State softball offseason primer: What are five biggest questions for Cowgirls?
June 1, 2026, 5:45 a.m. CT The Oklahoma State softball team's season ended in the NCAA super-regional round with a 41-17 record. Pitcher Ruby Meylan had an All-American season, but the team's pitching staff lacked consistent depth behind her. The team will lose several key seniors but is expected to return a strong core of infielders and outfielders. Recruiting experienced pitchers from the transfer portal is the team's primary focus for the offseason.
Oklahoma State softball offseason primer: What are five biggest questions for Cowgirls?
LINCOLN, NE — One common theme kept resurfacing as the Oklahoma State softball season neared its end. The Cowgirls reached the super-regional round of the NCAA Tournament for the sixth time in the last seven opportunities, dropping the best-of-three Lincoln Super Regional to fourth-seeded Nebraska last weekend and ending the year with a 41-17 record. But without multiple selfless sacrifices, the Cowgirls’ season might’ve ended much sooner.
Oklahoma State's Preston Stout charges to lead, Cowboys 4th at NCAA golf championships
Scott Wright, The Oklahoman Mon, June 1, 2026 at 2:34 AM UTC Oklahoma State's Preston Stout charges to lead, Cowboys 4th at NCAA golf championships Oklahoma State’s Preston Stout charged to the individual lead of the NCAA men’s golf championship with a 7-under-par 65 in Sunday’s third round at Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California. Stout’s round matches the second-lowest score carded by a Cowboy at the NCAA Championships.
Oklahoma State football adds tight end Talan Scott to 2027 recruiting class Original
Oklahoma State football adds tight end Talan Scott to 2027 recruiting class Scott Wright May 31, 2026, 9:01 p.m. CT The 6-foot-4, 230-pound Scott is a talented two-way player at American Leadership Academy in Queen Creek, Arizona, but OSU coach Eric Morris likes him as a tight end where Scott caught 45 passes for 468 yards and eight touchdowns as a junior. Scott collected more than 20 offers from Power Four programs, though SMU, Colorado and Cal had emerged as leaders along with the Cowboys.
Oklahoma State baseball vs SC Upstate live score updates in NCAA Tournament Original
Oklahoma State baseball vs SC Upstate live score updates in NCAA Tournament Scott Wright May 31, 2026, 12:39 p.m. CT Coach Josh Holliday and the Oklahoma State Cowboys face elimination once again in the NCAA baseball tournament, taking on South Carolina Upstate on Sunday in the Tuscaloosa Regional.
Oklahoma State baseball vs Alabama State live score updates from NCAA Tournament
Oklahoma State baseball vs Alabama State live score updates from NCAA Tournament Scott Wright May 30, 2026, 11:01 a.m. CT The second-seeded Cowboys face No. 4 Alabama State at 1 p.m. in an elimination game at Alabama's Sewell-Thomas Stadium. Here's what you need to know about the Cowboys-Hornets game: More: What is hallmark of Oklahoma State baseball under coach Josh Holliday? One word Oklahoma State baseball live score updates vs. Alabama State What time does Oklahoma State baseball vs.
Oklahoma State baseball survives Alabama State in 11 innings at NCAA Tournament
Kollin Ritchie broke out of his postseason slump just in time for Oklahoma State. The second-seeded Cowboys avoided elimination with an 8-7 win over fourth-seeded Alabama State, thanks to Ritchie’s solo home run in the top of the 11th inning Saturday in the Tuscaloosa Regional at Alabama’s Sewell-Thomas Stadium. OSU entered the bottom of the sixth with a 6-0 lead, but the bullpen let it slip away to tie the game in the eighth, and again in the 10th.
Oklahoma State baseball vs Alabama State live score updates from NCAA Tournament
Scott Wright, The Oklahoman Sat, May 30, 2026 at 4:01 PM UTC Oklahoma State baseball vs Alabama State live score updates from NCAA Tournament Coach Josh Holliday and the Oklahoma State Cowboys continue the 2026 NCAA baseball tournament on Saturday in the Tuscaloosa Regional. The second-seeded Cowboys face No. 4 Alabama State at 1 p.m. in an elimination game at Alabama's Sewell-Thomas Stadium.
Oklahoma State baseball vs SC Upstate live score updates from NCAA Tuscaloosa Regional Original
Oklahoma State baseball vs SC Upstate live score updates from NCAA Tuscaloosa Regional Scott Wright May 29, 2026, 12:01 p.m. CT More: What is hallmark of Oklahoma State baseball under coach Josh Holliday? One word Oklahoma State baseball live score updates vs. South Carolina Upstate What time does Oklahoma State baseball vs. SC Upstate start? Date: Friday, May 29 Time: 1 p.m. CDT Need a news break?
Oklahoma State baseball upset by SC Upstate in NCAA Tournament opener
Oklahoma State lost 8-5 to South Carolina Upstate in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The Cowboys left 13 runners on base, including loading the bases in the final two innings without scoring. Defensive errors and pitching struggles contributed to the loss, though reliever Stormy Rhodes pitched 6 ⅓ strong innings. OSU now moves to the loser's bracket and will play the loser of the Alabama vs. Alabama State game.
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