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Lady Eagles open season with strong performances
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August 15, 2025
Lady Eagles open season with strong performances
By PATRICK FORD Editor,

The Morris Lady Eagles have opened their 2025 fast pitch season with solid play both at the plate and in the field, notching a decisive victory over the Okemah Lady Panthers.

Morris began their season on the road against the Holdenville Lady Wolverines, quickly establishing control before storms moved in. The Lady Eagles were ahead 7-0 when the game was paused due to weather, setting an early tone for their offensive capabilities despite the incomplete finish. On Tuesday, Morris hosted the Okemah Lady Panthers and came away with a 4-1 win. The Lady Eagles struck first in the bottom of the second inning, capitalizing on an Okemah error before Alayna Fixico lifted a sacrifice fly to bring in another run, giving Morris a 2-0 lead.

An additional error by the Panthers in the third inning pushed the advantage to 3-0.

Brooke Thomas commanded the circle for the Lady Eagles, pitching a complete game. She allowed five hits and one unearned run across seven innings, striking out eight while issuing three walks. Offensively, Morris managed three hits on the night – one each from Fixico, Katelyn Sparkman and Tenli Barnett. Chyla Marris, Fixico, and Rylee Rock each tallied an RBI.

The Lady Eagles were aggressive on the base paths, swiping seven stolen bases to pressure Okemah’s defense.

Callie Coon paced the Lady Panthers with a 2-for-4 performance from the leadoff spot, while Izzy Smith drove in Okemah’s lone run, going 1-for-3 at the plate.

Maddi McGirt pitched six innings for Okemah, yielding four runs – two earned – on three hits, striking out one and walking four.

With two strong outings to begin the year, the Morris Lady Eagles are showing the pitching depth, defensive sharpness and smart base running that could make them a formidable team this season.

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City Council confronts nuisance properties
March 20, 2026
Frustration over neglected properties, late-night disturbances and declining neighborhood conditions took center stage Tuesday night as the Henryetta City Council confronted some of the city’s most pe...
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Federal changes ripple down to county programs
March 20, 2026
In rural Oklahoma, for small towns like Okmulgee, a housing program isn’t just about building homes.It’s about keeping families in place, keeping jobs local and keeping communities intact.When one of ...
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Wright honored as Veteran of the Week
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Wright honored as Veteran of the Week
March 20, 2026
Maj. Gen. Tony L. Wright was recognized as the Veteran of the Week on Monday by the Oklahoma House of Representatives.Wright is a constituent of House Tribal and External Affairs Leader Rep. Scott Fet...
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Focus Magazine Available
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Focus Magazine Available
March 20, 2026
The Henryetta Free-Lance is proud to announce its annual Focus Magazine is now available. This year’s magazine, released in last Friday’s edition, highlights several of the many bright people and orga...
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Filing period begins April 1
March 20, 2026
Statewide election activity officially begins at 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, when the candidate filing period opens.Candidates for state offices file with the Secretary of State Election Board, while c...
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Courthouse Offices, Restrooms Remodeled
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Courthouse Offices, Restrooms Remodeled
March 20, 2026
The remodeling project that has completely revamped the Okmulgee County Courthouse is almost wrapped up. Visitors to the building can now access updated, ADA-compliant bathroom facilities for both men...
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March 20, 2026
Residents interested in learning more about their family history are invited to connect with the Okmulgee County Genealogy Society, a local organization dedicated to helping people uncover their past....
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Okmulgee County Sharks debut new look as season begins
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Okmulgee County Sharks debut new look as season begins
March 20, 2026
Under the late afternoon sun, the Okmul‑gee County Sharks gathered on the field for practice, their new black and blue uniforms catching the light as players stretched, laughed and prepared to take th...
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100 Years Ago (1926)
March 20, 2026
• Okmulgee Coun‑ty Republicans held a well‑attended conven‑tion at the Belmont Ho‑tel, electing a new county chairman and adopting resolutions supporting national and state par‑ty leaders. Committees ...
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JH powerlifters shine at State
March 20, 2026
A deep and competitive group of Okmulgee County seventh and eighth grade powerlifters took the platform at the state meet in El Reno, turning in solid performances across multiple weight classes and c...
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Morris Athletes Sign College Letters
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Congratulations to Morris High School’s Jaret West and Isaiah Taylor, who each signed to continue their football careers on scholarship. Jaret signed with McPherson College and Isaiah signed with Nort...
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