2008 All-State Football

All-State 2008: Offensive Player of the Year Jeremy Smith (Half Back)

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Tulsa Union’s Jeremy Smith didn’t put up the most eye-popping overall numbers. His 1,664 yards rushing were very good but several players in the state ran for more yards.

All-State 2008: Defensive Player of the Year Daytawion Lowe (Defensive Back)

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This season: Lowe was part of the best secondary in the state, recording 127 tackles, four interceptions, recovering a fumble and getting a sack. He had nearly 400 yards receiving and four touchdowns.

All-State 2008: Coach of the Year Corey Bales

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The Wildcats had been a power in 8-man for a long time but it wasn’t clear how well they would be able to adjust to the 11-man game after getting bumped up to Class A. Morrison did just fine, getting through the toughest district in the class with just one loss and then going on to win yet another state championship.

2008 All-State Offense

All-State 2008: Turner Petersen (Quarterback)

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Heritage Hall senior Turner Petersen could have orchestrated a commercial — where he takes the ball and hands it off to himself and then throws it back to himself only to be tackled by himself.
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All-State 2008: David Oku (Half Back)

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MIDWEST CITY — During his freshman year at Carl Albert, David Oku was already thinking of his legacy at the tradition-rich Mid Del school. The standout running back had his eyes on becoming the all-time rushing yardage leader at the Class 5A school.
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All-State 2008: Timothy Flanders (Half Back)

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It was early in his final season at Midwest City, when running back Timothy Flanders decided he didn't want to be called Tim or Timmy anymore.Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Donte' Foster (Wide Receiver)

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GUTHRIE — It didn't take but the first quarter of the first game to realize Guthrie senior wide receiver Donte' Foster wasn't content with one Class 5A state football championship. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Tracy Moore (Wide Receiver)

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Tulsa Union coach Kirk Fridrich gives his star receiver, Tracy Moore, some pretty lofty praise. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Brian DeShane (Offensive Line)

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For Tulsa Union offensive lineman Brian DeShane, the big break that helped boost his career didn’t come during a season. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Brandon Webb (Offensive Line)

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OWASSO — Owasso's Brandon Webb found the perfect school for his talents.Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Keenan Taylor (Offensive Line)

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It comes as no surprise that Keenan Taylor’s most memorable moment involves blocking for Michael Doctor. Video: Highlights

All-State 2008: Alvin Bailey (Offensive Line)

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BROKEN ARROW — Alvin Bailey was already 290 pounds as a junior with Broken Arrow. As a senior, he was more than 300 pounds and anchored the Tigers' offensive line for the third year in a row. Video: Highlights

All-State 2008: Michael Bowie (Offensive Line)

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SAND SPRINGS — Michael Bowie finally feels comfortable with his college decision.

All-State 2008: Bryce Easley (Kicker)

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NORMAN — Despite a summer spent impressing college scouts and winning kicking camp awards, Bryce Easley had to wait a while until the right offer came along. But when it did, he knew the waiting was more than worth it. Video: Interview

All-State 2008: Delans Griffin (Punter)

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Clinton running back Delans Griffin isn't satisfied with his team's 10-3 record t his past season, and he's just as unhappy about the time he missed because of an injury.

All-State 2008: Tramaine Thompson (Kick Returner)

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Jenks running back Tramaine Thompson might not have walked off the field for the last time a winner, but the way he sees it the fact the Trojans were around to face Tulsa Union in the Class 6A finals was an act of defiance. Video: Interview

2008 All-State Defense

All-State 2008: Gabe Ikard (Defensive Lineman)

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There was a time when McGuinness students groused to Gabe Ikard about being bored at Irish football games. Seems McGuinness was winning so big, so frequently that there was no excitement. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Christian Smith (Defensive Lineman)

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MIDWEST CITY — Carl Albert started the season with a loss to Tulsa Washington. Three months and one day later, the Titans finished the season the same way. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: BJ Herring (Defensive Line)

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If you're a quarterback, Glenpool defensive end BJ Herring isn't the kind of guy you want to be running into on the field. Video: Interview

All-State 2008: Ronnell Lewis (Defensive Lineman)

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DEWAR — Dewar senior Ronnell Lewis is an Oklahoman All-State linebacker. Video: Interview<

All-State 2008: Colton Richardson (Linebacker)

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ADA — When Colton Richardson sees USC safety Taylor Mays he sees what he hopes will be a glimpse at his future. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Cody Wilson (Linebacker)

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TULSA — If playing for a private Christian school (in its first year sanctioned by OSSAA) and on small-school level was expected to hurt Cody Wilson’s chances at a Division I-A scholarship, well it didn’t. In fact, the all-over-the-field linebacker had an offer from Tulsa even before his senior season at Lincoln Christian began. Video: Interview

All-State 2008: Michael Doctor (Linebacker)

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Whether he’s on offense or defense, Tulsa Washington running back/linebacker Michael Doctor is never one to shy away from contact. Video: Highlights

All-State 2008: Josh King (Defensive Back)

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GUTHRIE — When asked what made Guthrie senior Josh King so special, teammate Donte' Foster didn't hesitate with his answer. Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Javon Harris (Defensive Back)

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LAWTON — The first time he got hit on the football field, Javon Harris stopped and thought: “I'm not going to I'm not going to be getting hit like that anymore, I'm going to start delivering the blows.” Video: Interview
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All-State 2008: Gabe Lynn (Defensive Back)

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JENKS — Gabe Lynn had a stellar senior season. But his numbers don't show it. Video: Interview
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