John Valvo commits to Albion

John Valvo commits to Albion

By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer 2021 Oxford Wildcats cornerback John Valvo committed to the Albion Britons on January 7, sharing the news on his Twitter account, @JohnValvo2002. Emerging as a leader for head coach Zach Line and co-defensive coordinators Matt Call and Ryan Clark, Valvo, who is listed at 5-foot-9 and 182 pounds, registered […]

Wildcats finish up in state meet

Wildcats finish up in state meet

Last week, Oxford High School swimmers and divers participated in the 2020 Michigan High School Athletic Association’s Div. 1 championship meet at Hudsonville High School. Senior diver Amelia Knotts was All-State with a 3rd place finish. “We are so proud of her and can’t wait to continue watching her diving career at Grand Valley State […]

Athlete of the Week: Nick Soukup – Boys’ Lacrosse

Athlete of the Week: Nick Soukup – Boys’ Lacrosse

Nick Soukup – Boys’ Lacrosse “Nick has played 4 years as an attack on Varsity. He will lead our Offense in the 2021 season. Nick has been a player who leads by example with endless hard work and effort. I am Very proud of Nick and this accomplishment and I am looking forward to seeing […]

Four Wildcats ready to make a splash in sports

Four Wildcats ready to make a splash in sports

State championships start next week By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer More than two months after they last competed, the four Oxford Wildcats who are among the young women from 128 schools vying for state championships in their respective swimming and diving events received the news they had been waiting for from the Michigan High […]

Athlete of the Week: Tony Verbeke

Athlete of the Week: Tony Verbeke

Tony Verbeke – Boys’ Bowling Tony has been on Varsity for two years and part of the program since middle school. He has a lifetime bowling average on Varsity over 200 with a 80 % spare mark. He just recently signed his letter of intent to attend Rochester University. “Tony Verbeke is a great young […]

Oxford’s Townsend starts collegiate career as a Grizzly

Oxford’s Townsend starts collegiate career as a Grizzly

By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer Graduating in 2020, Trey Townsend finished his Oxford Wildcat career with 1,010 points, making him the second-leading scorer in school history. When it came time for him to make his decision about where he wanted to continue his academic and athletic journey at the collegiate level, the choice was […]

Oxford athletes earn All-County Academic honors

Congratulations to Oxford High School fall varsity athletes who have earned Oakland Activities Association Academic All-League honors, with a cumulative GPAs of 3.5 or higher. Acton, Lexi – Sideline Cheer Ali, Abdullah – Boys Cross Country Bailey, Carl – Boys Tennis Bailey, Peyton – Girls Swim & Dive Baker, Alexandra – Girls Swim & Dive […]

Season concludes in semifinals

Season concludes in semifinals

By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer Placed in Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) District 5, which was hosted by Holly High School, the Oxford Wildcats volleyball team began postseason play on November 4. Battling the Lake Orion Dragons, a fellow Oakland Activities Association (OAA) Red Division member, the Wildcats were defeated, 3-0. Oxford had […]

Athlete of the Week: Emma LaBarge

Athlete of the Week: Emma LaBarge

  “Emma LaBarge is a four year varsity Volleyball student-athlete, captain and a great leader for our Wildcats. Emma leads the Oxford Wildcat attack, leading in attacking efficiency and second on our team in kills. Emma embodies the hard work and grit it takes to be successful on the court and in the classroom.” – […]

Seven student-athletes sign to compete collegiately

Seven student-athletes sign to compete collegiately

By Teddy Rydquist Leader Staff Writer Held in the Oxford High School Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, November 11, seven Wildcat student-athletes signed to continue their careers at the collegiate level. The realization of years of hard work and commitment to their craft, these young women were joined by their parents, who have been with […]

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