Presenting their Majesties . . .
WILDCAT ROYALTY ? Seniors Tom Peter (left) and Vanessa Collier were crowned the Homecoming King and Queen Friday night during half-time at Oxford’s Homecoming game against Carman-Ainsworth.
Wildcats stopped by Carman-Ainsworth
The Oxford Wildcats have had to overcome adversity this season but couldn’t muster enough offensive weaponry to stop highly ranked Flint Carman-Ainsworth Friday night. The undefeated Cavaliers, ranked third in the state in Division I, handed the Cats their first loss of the season, 22-6, to drop them to 3-1. The first homecoming game at […]
Wildcats keeping hope alive despite 35-0 loss to Harrison
The last time the Oxford Wildcats were 1-3 to start a season, the team finished only three wins from a state title. During that playoff run in 2003, the Wildcats narrowly lost in the state quarterfinals to the team that eventually won the state championship. The team’s mantra during that drive was ‘believe.? Following a […]
Wildcats pick up 17-7 victory over Holly
When Oxford’s leading rusher went down with a shoulder injury Friday other players knew they needed to pick up the Schlak. And that’s exactly what they did to lead the Wildcats to a 17-7 victory over Holly and a 3-0 record. Tailback Sergio Schlak had rushed for 387 yards in Oxford’s first two games, to […]
Close, but no win
ROCHESTER HILLS ? Three turnovers and injuries to some key players thwarted Oxford’s efforts to win its football game Friday against Stoney Creek. The Wildcats had some chances but could score only once in the 14-7 loss to Stoney Creek. The loss dropped Oxford’s record to 1-3 in the OAA White Division and 1-4 overall. […]
New OHS stadium christened in highest style
The new Oxford football stadium was christened Friday in grand style. A hard-nosed and opportunistic defense coupled with a solid offense led the Wildcats to a convincing 24-7 victory over Davison in the opening game at the sparkling new field. This Friday the Cats will host Holly at 7:30 in the opening match-up in the […]
Another tough loss
By Dan Shriner Foot Correspondent Several of the Oxford Wildcat’s losses this season in football have been deceptive. The Cats have often played well but have been victimized by big plays or suffered breakdowns for short periods of time. Oxford’s play last Friday against Rochester Adams seemed to follow that trend as the Cats lost […]
Wildcats win season opener 21-19
LIVONIA ? Oxford football Coach Bud Rowley believes his team’s success will hinge on the team’s seniors on the offensive and defensive lines. But, it was the play of two juniors in their first varsity game, coupled with strong offensive and defensive line play from those seniors, that helped propel the Wildcats to an a […]
Another loss, but Rowley says team played ‘exceptionally well?
Oxford Football Coach Bud Rowley knew his football team would suffer some growing pains this season. After dominating the Flint Metro League and having 27 consecutive winning seasons, there was little doubt that transferring to the Oakland Activities Association this season would mean fewer wins. Rowley knows that fewer wins doesn’t always mean the team […]
Oxford football kicks off a ‘New? season
There is a sense of newness surrounding Oxford football this season. There is a new varsity quarterback, Billy Keenist, a new tailback, Sergio Schlak, and four new assistant coaches. The most visible new feature, however, is a new football stadium, which will be inaugurated in the team’s second game, on September 3, when Davison visits. […]