Wyoming's Martinez to Speak at Two Wind River Reservation Schools
University of Wyoming Cowboy Basketball Player Invited to Wyoming Indian High School and St. Stephen...
Proud Heritage
A closer look at the influence Native Americans have had on Sooner football over the last century ...
17th Annual Oklahoma Indian All-State Basketball Selections Announced
Press Release (Bartlesville, Ok)- June 16, 2012 marks the 17th annual event of Oklahoma Indian ...
Rolonda Jumbo Wins State Titles in Arizona
Congratulations to Chinle High School senior Rolonda Jumbo (Navajo) who swept the Arizona Division I...
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Wyoming’s Martinez to Speak at Two Wind River Reservation Schools
University of Wyoming Cowboy Basketball Player Invited to Wyoming Indian High School and St. Stephens Indian School Press Release (Laramie, Wyo.) - University of Wyoming men’s basketball student-athlete Luke Martinez has been invited by the Northern Arapaho Tribal Education Department to speak at two schools on the Wind River Reservation this weekend. Martinez will address the 23 graduating seniors at Wyoming Indian High …
by admin on May 16th, 2012 Leave a comment »
Wings of America announces OKLAHOMA CITY 2-day FREE Running & Fitness Camp!
Wings of America announces the FIRST OKLAHOMA CITY 2-day FREE Runninig & Fitness Camp! June 27-28, 2012, at John Marshall High School, 12201 N. Portland, OKC. Ages 10-18. Camp Day begins at 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 100 campers, register early!!! For pre-registration contact Dr. Star Yellowfish at 405-587-0356 OR email her at elyellowfish@okcps.org. Sponsored by the OKCPS, Native American …
by admin on May 16th, 2012 1 Comments »
Proud Heritage
A closer look at the influence Native Americans have had on Sooner football over the last century By Jay C. Upchurch More than a half-century before Prentice Gautt became the first African-American to play football at the University of Oklahoma, a strapping young man named Key Wolf broke the school’s original color barrier. When the Chickasaw player took the field …
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17th Annual Oklahoma Indian All-State Basketball Selections Announced
Press Release (Bartlesville, Ok)- June 16, 2012 marks the 17th annual event of Oklahoma Indian All-State basketball. Since the inaugural games in 1996, the Indian All-State Games have played host to over 900 of Oklahoma’s most talented American Indian High school seniors. Many of who have gone on to distinguished University careers. These exciting games provide a way of recognizing …
by admin on May 15th, 2012 1 Comments »
Horn Waived by the Chicago Bears
Levi Horn, a Northern Cheyenne Tribal member, was waived by the Chicago Bears on Monday, Horn spent most of his time as an offensive tackle on the practice squad the past two years. Horn was waived with three other Bears as the team met its 90 member squad limit by the end of day Monday. The Bears acquired 7 new …
by admin on May 14th, 2012 1 Comments »
NDNSPORTS Weekly News Roundup – 5/7-13/2012
(NDNSPORTS News from May 7th thru May 13th, 2012) Here are some highlights from last weeks world of NDNSPORTS news as well as our Video of the Week, be sure to visit our website daily for the most-up-to date information and if you have any NDN sports news or Video of the Week you wish to submit, please use our Contact …
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Native American Professional Golfer Alexandrea Schulte Adds Sponsorships
Ak-Chin Indian Community & Southern Dunes Golf Course Sign Sponsorship Agreement with Native American Professional Golfer Alexandrea Schulte, as Spokesperson for Tribal Community and Golf Course Activities. May 14, 2012 Maricopa, Arizona, Ak-Chin Indian Community & Southern Dunes Golf Course announced today they have entered into a sponsorship agreement with Alexandrea Schulte for Tribal representation and promotion of Southern Dunes Golf …
by admin on May 14th, 2012 1 Comments »
2012 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships Results
Gold Medal Game Results Tough one for the Saskatchewan Women’s team as they fall 4-3 to Eastern Door and North in the Gold Medal game. Congratulations to Team Eastern Door and North on the National Championship victory! The Drive for Five is accomplished! Team Saskatchewan wins its fifth straight National Championship, downing Alberta 5-1. Photo Source: Facebook Bronze Medal Game …
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Rolonda Jumbo Wins State Titles in Arizona
Congratulations to Chinle High School senior Rolonda Jumbo (Navajo) who swept the Arizona Division III state titles in the 1600 & 3200 meter run at the Arizona State Track & Field Championships this past weekend at Mesa Community College in Mesa, Arizona. Jumbo, who has already signed with the Northern Arizona University athletic program for this fall, completed the mile in 4:57.83 …
by admin on May 14th, 2012 1 Comments »
Softball Player Krista Oakes Earns Mountain Valley Conference Honors
Herkimer, NY—Herkimer County Community College softball player Krista Oakes (St. Regis Mohawk) has been named Mountain Valley Conference Player of the Year. Pitcher Oakes was also named to the Mountain Valley All-Conference Team along with five of her teammates. The Herkimer Generals softball team finished the regular season with an overall record of 33-4, 30-1 in NJCAA Region III play, and …
by admin on May 12th, 2012 1 Comments »
Choctaw tribal member Garrison McCauley signs with the University of Oklahoma
With echoes of “Boomer!” through the historic Tommy Weast Gymnasium, where Comanche’s storied wrestling program has produced champions of the sport, an-other part of the sport’s history was added. CHS Wrestling Coach Jason Miller introduced two-time Comanche State Wrestler Garrison McCauley(Choctaw Tribe) as one of the University of Oklahoma’s newest wrestling team members. The exciting letter of intent signing event …
by admin on May 11th, 2012 1 Comments »
Sheldon Wilson Selected for Oil Bowl All-Star Football Game
(Anadarko, OK) - The accolades continue to roll in for Anadarko high school senior Sheldon Wilson (Comanche tribe), who set a state record of 7,774 career rushing yards and the single season touchdown record of 57 in a season and 64 overall. Wilson was also named the Oklahoma Offense Player of the Year, Oklahoma All-State team and named the MAXPREPS Small School Player …
by admin on May 10th, 2012 Leave a comment »
Native American Olympians Celebrated at New Smithsonian Exhibition
Honored Athletes Include Jim Thorpe, Billy Mills and Duke Kahanamoku (Press Release) On the 100th anniversary of the Olympic Games in which athletes Jim Thorpe (Sac and Fox), Duke Kahanamoku (Native Hawaiian), Andrew Sockalexis (Penobscot) and Lewis Tewanima (Hopi) represented the United States in Stockholm, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian presents “Best in the World: Native Athletes …
by admin on May 9th, 2012 1 Comments »
Native All-Star Football game accepting applications
Native Re-vison is NOW accepting applications for the 2012 National Native American All-Star football game to be held later this year. The application deadline is set for June 15, 2012 and can be downloaded at the link below this story. Criteria for applicants: ONLY ATHLETES THAT WILL BE A H.S. GRADUATE BY THE END OF JUNE ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. …
by admin on May 9th, 2012 1 Comments »
“Crooked Arrows” May 18th Select Theater Locations List here!
Updated 5/9/12 With less than a month away for the May 18th release of the Native American lacrosse movie “Crooked Arrows”, now is the time to see if it will be playing in your neck of the woods for the early release by checking out the list of theaters below. Don’t see your city listed? Don’t worry, the movie will …
by admin on May 9th, 2012 1 Comments »
University of Alaska signs Brianna Kirk, 2A State Player of the Year
FAIRBANKS, Alaska – Alaska head coach Cody Burgess announced today that the women’s basketball team has added guard Brianna Kirk (Iñupiat Eskimo/Noatak, Alaska/Napaaqtuggmiut Village). Brianna signed National Letter of Intent today and will enroll at the university this upcoming fall semester. Kirk, a 5-8 guard from Noatak, was named the Alaska 2A State Player of the Year after she led …
by admin on May 9th, 2012 1 Comments »
Faylyn Beyale Ties for 1st Place at NCAA’s Women’s Golf Regional
(updated 5/9/2012) Western New Mexico University junior Faylyn Beyale (Navajo) tied for first place at the final round of the NCAA 2012 Division II Women’s Central Regional held at the Sierra Del Rio golf course in Elephant, New Mexico. Beyale’s three day total was a 232 (73-82-77) after she shot a 77, which tied her with Jenifer Hilts of Colorado Mesa for the …
by admin on May 9th, 2012 1 Comments »
2012 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships Kick Off
The 2012 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships kicked off this week, May 6th thru May 12th, in Saskatoon, SK. The National Aboriginal Hockey Championship is the national championship for elite bantam/midget age Aboriginal hockey players, which features First Nations, Inuit and Metis athletes from each of the thirteen Provinces and Territories of Canada. Click the link below for a complete schedule of matches: …
by admin on May 7th, 2012 1 Comments »
NDNSPORTS Weekly News Roundup – 4/30-5/6/2012
(NDNSPORTS News from April 30th thru May 6th, 2012) Here are some highlights from last weeks world of NDNSPORTS news as well as our Video of the Week, be sure to visit our website daily for the most-up-to date information and if you have any NDN sports news or Video of the Week you wish to submit, please use our Contact …
by admin on May 7th, 2012 1 Comments »
Alexandrea Schulte Finishes in Top 20 on Ladies Golf Tour
Alexandrea Schulte (Northern Ute tribe) tied for 17th place this past week on the Ladies Suncoast Professional golf tour at the LPGA International golf course in Daytona Beach, Florida held May 1st thru 3rd by Carding a 78-75-75 for a three day total 228. The Naples, Florida resident has now made Top 20 finishes in three tournaments this year. The SunCoast Ladies Series …
by admin on May 4th, 2012 Leave a comment »
Cardinals go with Lohse in opener with Astros
Kyle Lohse (Nomlaki Tribe) goes after his fifth win of the season this evening when the St. Louis Cardinals open a three-game series with the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Lohse, who led the defending world champion Cardinals in wins last season, is off to another terrific start, winning his first four decisions, while pitching to a stingy 1.62 …
by admin on May 4th, 2012 1 Comments »
Haskell Indian Nations University to host athletic camps this summer
Haskell Indian Nations University has announced the dates for summer athletic camps for volleyball, basketball, golf, football, and track throwing that will be held on the campus of Haskell located in Lawrence, Kansas. Below are the available camps, dates, and link to flyer to participate as well as contact information: June 4th – 6th Basketball June 13th – 16th Golf June 21st …
by admin on May 4th, 2012 1 Comments »
Navajo Powerlifters take First Place at NM State Powerlifting Championships
On April 28th, Loren Anthony (Navajo) and Goldie Tom (Navajo) each took first place at the New Mexico State Powerlifting competition held in Gallup, New Mexico. Over 80 competitors traveled from all over the state of New Mexico and battled from 9AM to 7PM at Gallup High School gymnasium. However, at the end day, it was Loren Anthony and Goldie Tom both …
by admin on May 4th, 2012 Leave a comment »
Sam Bradford to host summer youth football camp
St. Louis Rams starting Quarterback Sam Bradford (Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma tribe) will host a youth summer football camp at the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma on July 10th and 11th. Bradford was the 2008 winner of the Heisman Trophy and was eventually drafted as the number one overall pick in the 2010 NFL draft. He still holds the …
by admin on May 3rd, 2012 1 Comments »
Tyler Bray on 2012 Heisman Watch List
Tyler Bray (Citizen Band Potawatomi tribal member) has been named to the Heismanpundit.com Heisman trophy watch list for the upcoming 2012 football season. Tyler, QB for the University of Tennessee Volunteer’s, joins a list of 18 athletes who will be followed throughout the season and upgraded and downgraded as play begins week to week. Tyler played sparingly last season due to a season …
by admin on May 3rd, 2012 Leave a comment »
Chris Wondolowski named MLS Player of the Month
Kiowa Tribal member Chris Wondolowski has been named the Major League Soccer Player of the Month by the North American Soccer Reporters. Wondolowski’s four goals and two assists for the month keyed the club’s April performance and lifted the Earthquakes into a tie for first in the Western Conference with Real Salt Lake, having played two fewer games total. And …
by admin on May 3rd, 2012 1 Comments »
Justice Warriors win ORES state title
by Joe Clay, Jr. – Seminole Nation Communications Department On Saturday, February 18, 2012, the Justice Warriors seventh and eighth grade boys’ basketball team won the Division III Boys Organization of Rural Elementary School state championship game against Forrest Grove at Seminole State College’s Raymond Harber Field House. It’s the Warriors first ever ORES state championship in the school’s history …
by admin on May 2nd, 2012 1 Comments »
Sooner Spectator Magazine: A Tribute to Oklahoma University Football Native American Influence
If you happen to swing by newsstand in Oklahoma in the near future be sure and pick up the May 1st Edition of the Sooner Spectator Magazine, the publishers of the Oklahoma based magazine company have dedicated the May 1st edition to the influence Native American athletes have had for the historic University of Oklahoma football program. Sooner Spectator Magazine writes: “More …
by admin on May 2nd, 2012 1 Comments »
Jim Thorpe High School All-Star Football Game set for June15th
The Jim Thorpe Native American Games organization has released the date of the Jim Thorpe All-Star football game in conjunction with the Native American Games to be held June 2012 in Oklahoma. The All-Star football game will be played on June 15th, 2012 at Putnam City North High School Stadium in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at 6:30 PM cst. The game …
by admin on May 1st, 2012 1 Comments »
Haskell Men’s and Women’s Track & Field Teams Earn Conference Honors
It’s a 2nd Place MCAC Finish for the Haskell Women’s Track & Field Team In the full return of track and field to the Haskell campus, the women’s team finished Friday’s conference championships in second place. Leading the day off for the Indians was Leslie Waseta, a freshman thrower from Zuni, NM. Waseta took home the inaugural MCAC Outdoor Track and …
by admin on May 1st, 2012 1 Comments »
