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Oklahoma State Lands Pledge from 3-star DL Jordan Covington
On Saturday night, 3-star McKinney (TX) defensive lineman Jordan Covington announced his commitment to Oklahoma State.
#AGTG 100% Committed!!!! 🤠 my recruitment is closed. #GoPokes #SaddleUp @CowboyFB pic.twitter.com/OtBfX8yr3H
— Jordan Covington (@Jxrdancov) June 9, 2024
Listed at 6-foot-3 and 260 pounds, Covington is one of the top 100 defensive lineman in the nation, according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. The Dallas-area product chose the Cowboys over Missouri, Michigan State, TCU and others, marking a huge win on the recruiting trail for Bryan Nardo and company.
With good size and solid agility for his stature, Covington is a good fit in Nardo’s defense and has the potential to make an impact off the edge or inside. The rising senior helped lead McKinney to a 9-3 season record and a berth in the UIL State Playoffs.
Covington announced his commitment during a visit to Stillwater, which he set for June 7-9 back in late May. Mike Gundy and company originally offered Covington in early May, securing a commitment from the 3-star prospect just over a month later.
The Lions’ standout defensive lineman is the 10th player to join OSU’s 2025, with all 10 commits coming in the past four months and nine coming since the start of April. Covington is just the second defensive player come on board for the Cowboys, joining Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic (KS) edge rusher Kyle Keya, who announced his pledge in April.
Covington is the third player in the Cowboys upcoming class from the Dallas-Forth Worth metroplex, with McKinney North (TX) wide receiver Kameron Powell and Trinity Christian Academy (TX) offensive lineman Jaylan Beckley both hailing from the same area.
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Bojangles announces events, giveaways planned for opening of OKC location
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — If you have been waiting for the opening of a popular fast-food chain in Oklahoma City, your wait is almost over.
On Tuesday, Bojangles will open its first Oklahoma location in Oklahoma City.
The new restaurant, located at 13135 N. Pennsylvania Ave. in Oklahoma City, has a list of events planned throughout opening day.
The first 100 guests in line on April 28th will receive a $100 gift card and exclusive, Oklahoma City -themed merchandise.
Also, 10 dine-in guests can enter for a chance to win free Bojangles breakfast for a year.
At 3 p.m. on April 28, the restaurant will transform into a full-scale block party. Guests will be able to enjoy a live DJ, a mechanical bull, branded merchandise, and a sweepstakes.
“We are ecstatic about introducing Bojangles to Oklahoma and bringing our unique Southern charm to the market,” said Jose Armario, CEO of Bojangles. “Our recent expansions into new markets have been met with tremendous enthusiasm, and we are confident that the Oklahoma City community will embrace our delicious offerings with the same excitement.”
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The new store will open its doors at 5 a.m. on Tuesday, April 28th.
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OKC Thunder Announce Starting Lineup Against Suns In Game 2
The Oklahoma City Thunder are taking on the Phoenix Suns in Game 2 of their opening-round series. The OKC Thunder are hoping that they can repeat their Sunday afternoon performance in this contest. Game 2 will be an interesting test with the Suns having more time to prepare.
Phoenix was up against a rock and a hard place in the series opener. The Oklahoma City Thunder not only have the talent advantage but the rest advantage as well. Phoenix punched their ticket to the NBA Playoffs on Friday night by staving off the Golden State Warriors on Friday night before landing in Oklahoma City on Saturday and playing on Saturday afternoon to the tune of a 119-84 blowout Thunder victory.
The NBA has seen plenty of upsets already. The Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers have all stolen games from the higher seed. The Thunder know they have to keep the foot on the gas in this contest.
“These series are unpredictable. No 2 games are the same. The minute you make an assumption, you are overconfident, or the minute you go down and you’re overly urgent, that can impact your ability to be present in the next game,” Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault said pregame on Wednesday night.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are seeing the Suns make an adjustment with their starting lineup by inserting Collin Gillespie to give Phoenix a trio of ball handling scoring options alongside Devin Booker and Jalen Green. This gives the Suns hope to be able to find better shot quality against this stifling Thunder defensive unit.
Oklahoma City is healthier now than they have been all season. The Thunder only are missing rookie Thomas Sorber (ACL) who is out for the year. This allows the Bricktown Ballers to roll out their traditional first five in this contest.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns, Game 2 Starting Lineup
Oklahoma City Thunder Starting Lineup
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, G
- Lu Dort, G
- Jalen Williams, F
- Chet Holmgren, F
- Isaiah Hartenstein, C
Phoenix Suns Starting Lineup
- Devin Booker, G
- Jalen Green, G
- Collin Gillespie, G
- Dillon Brooks, F
- Oso Ighodaro, C
The series will shift to Phoenix this weekend as the Oklahoma City Thunder hope to head into Saturday afternoon’s Game 3 with a 2-0 advantage in the series.
Stay tuned to Thunder on SI for complete coverage of the NBA Playoff run for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
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Woman rescued from Oklahoma City house fire; no injuries reported
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA (KOKH) — The Oklahoma City Fire Department responded to a home fire late Tuesday evening, around 10:42 p.m.
According to OKCFD, fire could be seen from a window of the home located in the 4200 block of N. Phillips Avenue.
Firefighters were able to rescue an adult female from inside the home. No injuries were reported in connection with the fire.
Investigators believe that the fire may have originated from an outlet near the refrigerator that had a power strip plugged in that was supplying multiple appliances.
There was also no smoke detector present within the home.
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