From The Pages Of The Ponca City News, Thursday,
March 26, 1998
LOCAL
Arson-Homicide Warrant Issued
Nearly News
Chamber News
Tonkawa Quilters Set Unique Show
Roustabouts Benefit Concert Set Saturday
Discovery Group Visits Art Center
City Worker Pulls Burning Dumpster Away From Building
Special Olympians Sharing Skills at Sullins Saturday
Rabies Problem in Kay County
Legendary Ballerinas Of Fairfax Here Sunday
Correction
DEATHS
Obituaries
Naomi L. Yost
Services Pending
Jim Moon
Charles A. Roberts
Frank Owens
Jack G. Ramey
Funerals
Charles Frank Boswell
NEWS BRIEFS
SPORTS
State Class 6A Academic Champions
JV Golf Team Opens Season
OSU Caravan Tonight
By PATTI PFEIFFER
News Staff Writer
A Tonkawa man is being sought for the slaying of his sister-in-law, whose body was recovered after a house fire was evidentially set in an attempt to destroy evidence.
Laboratory results revealed overwhelming evidence of homicide. According to Kay County Assistant District Attorney Phil Ross it was that "key evidence" that lead to the issuance of a warrant for 22-year-old Johnny Russell Smith for first degree murder and arson.
Although the fire stared in Smith's bedroom, an autopsy revealed that Smith died prior to the fire and most likely died from suffocation.
In addition, samples taken from Smith's bedroom revealed gasoline underneath the bed where she was found as well as underneath the bedroom door.
One other thing alerted authorities. "Smith left the area under suspicious circumstances," Ross stated. "And he was last seen on March 16."
The suspect had lived with his brother and wife and three children and one of those three was in the residence as it was set on fire.
The suspect escaped the blaze but left a 2-year-old child in the burning house. The child was rescued by a passerby, Ron Bensley.
Tonkawa Police Chief Dave Rogers is pleased that the case has been solved and solved so quickly. "The investigating officers - Tonkawa Police Lt. David Bradley and Tonkawa Fire Marshall Darren Pendleton - did an excellent job investigating this case," Rogers said. "They both have worked non-stop on this case since the fire and the warrant is a result of their work."
The fact that this is the second arson-related death in Kay County in less than three months has Kay County authorities upset.
"It is very unusual for Kay County, we hardly ever have any deaths like this," Ross said. "And a homicide covered up by an arson is very rare."
In late December a Kaw City woman's body was discovered among the charred remnants of her home. That fire was also ruled an arson, her death a homicide. At this time the case remains unsolved.
Ross says there is absolutely no link between the Tonkawa and the Kaw City case other than arson being used to cover up a homicide.
"The Kaw City death was devastating to us and two is even worse however, these types of homicide are unpreventable and they will occur with or without arson," Ross stated. "Unfortunately fire is an effective tool to cover up a crime and we unfortunately have to take what comes."
NN learned of a good deed lately and wanted to let readers know that 17-year-old Brian Jernigan is a hero in the eyes of Frances Puckett. Recently Mrs. Puckett was leaving her home to take a package to UPS and laid her billfold on top of her car. Not realizing she didn't have it until she was past Pioneer Tech, she turned and retraced her journey but was unable to find it. She called her daughter and the police and no luck. Needless to say, she was extremely upset. That evening she had a call from Brian, who found it, took it home and called her so he could bring it to her. She offered a monetary award which he refused because he just wanted to do the right thing by returning her billfold. Bravo Brian!
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NN reminds Ponca Citians that square dancing has become an important pastime in Ponca City. Did you know that the first weekend of March many folks braved snow and came from surrounding areas to square dance to National Caller Marshall Flippo of Canyon, Texas. Also on the third weekend of March folks came from all corners of the state, plus Kansas and Texas for a State Square Dance Roundup in Ponca City. At least 80 rooms were rented at Holiday Inn and Head Country catered just under 200 at the Elks. All three Ponca/Kaw City Clubs held their regular dances on the first Friday, second Saturday and third Friday. This weekend, dancers will gather in Ponca City again for a Spring Festival. And another goodie - Nate and Jane Bradley of Ponca City are presidents of the State Square Dance Association. NN says "hats off" to Ponca City's square dancers.
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Speaking of dancing, the Senior Citizen Dance planned for Friday in Arkansas City's Senior Citizens Building has been canceled due to construction on the dance floor.
By Tim Burg
Chairman
Economic Development Advisory Board
Communications Committee
In the next several weeks, we will be presenting information regarding each committee of the EDAB, the members of each committee and the goals they have established for this year.
Policy and Procedure Committee
As with all city advisory boards it is important to establish clear and precise rules, and policies. The Policy and Procedures committee, chaired by Linda Brown, has been working on accomplishing these items. Along with the correct procedures for public meetings and parliamentary procedures, they have also been reviewing and making suggestions to the board regarding length of appointment or vacancies to the Board. Subjects such as the Board's ethics and conflict of interest have been discussed. Those items, along with other "housekeeping" areas have been their focus.
While it may seem simple in nature, it is critical to have clear cut, well-defined policies and procedures in place. This committee feels that we must do it right for first time, rather than do it over, so let's make sure that it's correct and well defined. As issues arise, this committee will sort through the areas of concern and provide suggestions or solutions to those items. Improving efficiency and effectiveness are their immediate goals for this year.
Members on the committee include Linda Brown, chairperson of the EDAB and of the Policy and Procedures committee; Lee Brown, past city commissioner and mayor; Tom Leonard, city commissioner; Gary Martin, city manager; Dick Stone, city commissioner, and Bob Robbins, owner-operator of Take Ten and a past member and chairman of the Ponca City Planning Commission.
As with all citizen advisory boards, their responsibility is to make suggestions and recommendations to the mayor and city commissioners. All decisions regarding expenditures of funds and/or economic incentives are the final responsibility of the individuals elected as mayor and commissioner for this community.
Mayoral Forum April 2
On Thursday, April 2, Leadership Ponca City Alumni, local media and the Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce will co-sponsor a forum for the Ponca City mayoral candidates. We are asking the community to submit questions for this special forum. Questions should be mailed, faxed, hand-delivered or e-mailed to the chamber by 5 p.m., Wednesday, April 1.
The forum will be conducted by the local media with a moderator directing the evening. The purposes of this method of conducting the upcoming Candidates Forum are to provide a level playing field for all candidates, insure that major community issues are discussed during the forum, provide an opportunity for local residents to submit questions even though they may not be able to attend and to make the most effective use of the relatively short time available for questions.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, April 1 - "Give Ponca The Business" Committee, 8 a.m., Chamber Conference Room.
Wednesday, April 1 - Ribbon Cutting - Curves For Women, 10 a.m., 914 East Highland.
Thursday, April 2 - Mayoral Candidate Forum, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Pioneer Technology Center.
Tuesday, April 7 - Mayor Election.
Wednesday, April 8 - Leadership Ponca City Class City Government Day.
By KATHY ZEHR
News Staff Writer
TONKAWA - A unique quilt show will be presented by the Overtone Quilters of Tonkawa Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the McCarter Museum of Tonkawa History, 220 East Grand, Tonkawa. Approximately three dozen quilts, handmade by the quilters, will be on exhibit and the Overtones will be presenting quilting demonstrations throughout the day.
The exhibit is sponsored by the Tonkawa Historical Society.
The Overtones have been meeting since the fall of 1984. Organized as a ministry to persons over 55 at the First Baptist Church by Cliff and Maxine Plummer, the group chose to call themselves Overtones, "because we tell things over and over, we're over 50, and we overeat."
Today's Overtones have expanded to include members of all churches, but still meets every Thursday in the basement of the Tonkawa First Baptist Church for fellowship, quilting and good food. They construct approximately seven quilts per year and quilt only for members. Husbands join them each Thursday for lunch.
Current Overtone Quilters are Mirth Beall, Ann Cales, Barbara Carr, Tommie Dupy, Beverly Frazier, Maxine Plummer, Anna Riddle, Oleita Simmons, Loretta Smith, Anne Weeks and Catherine Veal.
The group did not always quilt, but first began their fellowships with crafts, games, music and a potluck meal at noon. They learned ceramics from Arline Taylor and Pat Wildman and Norma Lee Ascue taught the ladies how to construct puff stars. Linda Bowers taught painting and Mrs. Bud Scott taught "How to make a quilt in a day."
According to a monthly newsletter written by LaFreda O'Mealey in 1985, "Quilting, quilt piecing, crocheting, knitting, ceramics and chatter were strong." She observed that "all demonstrated healthy appetites - and the men washed the dishes."
In the fall of 1985, some of the members completed piecing the Quilt in a Day and one member brought one of her quilts for the group to complete. For a while quilting was interspersed with other activities but soon became the main event.
Occasionally the group makes short trips of interest. They have toured the Baptist Boy's Ranch Town, Five Civilized Tribes Museum, Gilcrease Museum, fall foliage in southeastern Oklahoma, Festival of Angels Christmas Lights in Ponca City, and the azaleas in Muskogee.
TONKAWA - The Roustabouts of Northern Oklahoma College will appear in concert at 8 p.m. Saturday in the Northern Performing Arts Center on campus. Donations of $3 for adults and $2 for students and children over five years old will be accepted at the door.
The Roustabouts will reprise their 1997-98 traveling musical show for the benefit performance. The fast-paced, colorful program features 70's retro and classical rock music. Dineo Heilmann, Fine Arts Division chair, directs the musical troupe. Fine Arts faculty Jennie Olson, Mike Moore and Wilma Harman assist with vocal and instrumental groups.
Performers and technicians include: Kyle Albee, Newkirk; Ty Albers, Julie Goodger and David Kindred, Blackwell; Erich Colliver, Hominy; David Deken, Perry; Shane Ellis, Cory Melvin, and Katie Thompson, Enid; Travis Englehardt, Skiatook; Ryan Foster, Chad Matheson and Kitty McNamara, Ponca City; John Freise, Fairfax; Molly Hall, B.J. O'Shea and Yancy Reeves, Edmond; Dru Heffington, Tulsa; Josh Marler, Covington; Rebecca Perry, Cleveland; Daniel Reed, Newcastle; and Andrea Schmitz, Wakita.
Recently the Ponca City Art Association hosted the Discovery Group from Ponca City Middle School for a cultural visit at the Ponca City Art Center. Hosted by Cindy Rasche and Anna Adams, youth art instructors, the group did some clay work and glazing, and toured the Warren Family art exhibit which was on display.
Cindy Rasche reports it was a pleasure to work with these students, who proved to be intelligent, hard working and polite. They were able to accomplish quite a bit of work during their two visits.
During their first visit, Rasche reports, they toured the Soldani Mansion, and she talked about clay and helped the students make a stoneware clay piece of their own design. Anna Adams helped the group in a drawing lesson with oil pastels.
During their second visit the group did lessons in glazing pottery and heard a gallery talk by sculptor, Guy Warren and painter, Maxine Warren, whose work was on display at the time. Many of Warren's sculptures are based in geometry so it was especially interesting to some of the students.
The Warrens and the Discovery Group had some lively discussions about art, Rasche reported.
Also on display at the time was the Youth Art Exhibit, which will be showing through Saturday.
A city employee is being credited with limiting damage during a fire Tuesday afternoon.
The fire began in a dumpster behind Highlander Northland Laundry, 1712 North Fourteenth Street, around 5 p.m.
According to an eyewitness, a nearby sanitation worker walked over to the burning dumpster and pulled it away from the building.
"Everyone else was just standing by watching," Jim Batt explained. "It was really blazing and that man just took it upon himself to pull the dumpster away from the building."
Within a few minutes, Batt says the fire department arrived and extinguished the fire.
"If nothing else, he prevented smoke damage to the building," Batt continued. "We don't pat our city employees on the back enough and that man did something most people wouldn't have even thought of, much less done."
The man was identified as Phillip Brookshire and he has been a Solid Waste employee for 25 years.
"He has been here for years and is a very good employee," Solid Waste Superintendent Ken Wilson said. "And he is very self-conscious."
Special Olympians from Ponca City will be sharing their skills Saturday at Sullins Stadium in preparation for regional and state competitions this spring and summer. The games begin at 10 a.m.
Under the helpful coaching of Larry Knight, the local Olympians will participate in field and track events at Sullins Stadium and will be held at the Middle School Gym in case of inclement weather.
Knight said the athletes need an audience to cheer them on and Paula Sample, volunteer, said they also need huggers, timekeepers, and others to help the local Ambucs Club with the event. Interested citizens may call Ambucs coordinator, Dan Sims at 269-2920, Dan or Paula Sample at 762-3462 or Larry Knight at 765-7849 to volunteer or for more information.
After the local and regional competitions, the Special Olympians may compete at State Level at Stillwater. About 4,000 athletes are expected at the state meet. It is the largest amateur sporting event held in Oklahoma.
Most of the event's workers are volunteers who serve as huggers, timekeepers, food and drink servers, award presenters and at the registration booths. Approximately 2,500 volunteers are needed for the event.
At state level athletes and spectators alike are offered a number of Olympic traditions including medal presentations, the parade of athletes and lighting of the traditional Olympic flame.
The Special Olympian pledge is "Let me win, but if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."
The Special Olympics is geared to provide educational and entertainment opportunities to the mentally and physically handicapped.
The incidence of animal rabies last year in Oklahoma proved to be four times greater than the average of the previous three years. And in the past four months, the Kay County area has had two laboratory-confirmed cases of rabies in skunks.
Laboratory-confirmed animal rabies cases in 1997 demonstrated a 197 percent increase over the previous year. In 1997, 73 percent (83) of the cases were skunks. These animals were submitted to the Oklahoma State Department of Health Public Health Laboratory and were laboratory-diagnosed with rabies.
Some animals are more likely to be infected with rabies than others. For example, wild, warm-blooded animals, (especially skunks, raccoons, foxes, coyotes, bobcats and bats) most often get rabies. All domestic animals (such as dogs, cats, horses and cattle) can be infected.
The most recent of the Kay County cases was in the area north of Ponca City, near Hubbard Road and Pecan Road. The Kay County Health Department warns all citizens of the county to be aware of the rabies situation.
There are several ways residents can protect families from the risk of rabies exposure:
*First is to make sure pets and livestock are vaccinated. If residents are unsure as to how often to immunize animals, contact local veterinarians.
*Don't attract animals to the home by leaving food outside.
*Keep tight-fitting lids on garbage cans.
*Keep garage and shed doors closed, so animals do not nest in these areas or enter residences.
*Avoid contact with wild animals and with stray animals that residents do not know.
Some wild animals have become very accustomed to living near people. Never touch or pick up wildlife (including bats). Always be cautious because citizens cannot tell for sure if an animal has rabies just by looking at it.
If someone is bitten by a cat, dog or any animal, residents should do the following:
*Wash the wound immediately with soap and running water for at least five minutes.
*See a physician immediately, even for minor wounds.
*If a pet bites someone, immediately confine the pet and contact the local animal control officer or public health agency and check with the pet's veterinarian for treatment and rabies vaccination history.
*If the bite is from a wild or stray animal, do not try to capture the animal.
*Do not destroy an animal which has bitten a human or another animal. Contact the local animal control officer or the public health agency.
Anyone with questions about rabies should call the Kay County Health Department at 762-1641. A pamphlet is also available on the subject at the Kay County Health Department, 1201 East Hartford Avenue.
Legendary ballerinas, Maria and Marjorie Tallchief, will be in Ponca City on Sunday with Maria Tallchief's daughter, Elise Paschen. Paschen, a poet, will give a poetry reading at Brace Books and More on North Fourteenth Street, and all three will autograph books.
Daughters of an Osage Indian chief from Fairfax, the Tallchief sisters achieved greatness in the world of dance. Both of them performed for international audiences and have received numerous awards and accolades, including induction into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Maria received the Kennedy Center Honors in 1996.
Maria, who became one of the world's legendary performers before her 23rd birthday, has been called "America's Prima Ballerina" and danced title roles in "Firebird," "Swan Lake" and "Orpheus," and help created the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy in the ballet "Nutcracker."
Marjorie took her place in the history of ballet as the first American ballerina to join the Paris Opera Ballet as "Premiere danseuse etoile." She went on to win new accolades as a ballerina of unlimited versatility and technical facility.
Maria, 21 months older that Marjorie, remembers that "Mother dressed us alike, and at times it was hard to tell us apart. We weren't competitive. As dancers we were complete opposites. She was much more limber and could put her leg up around her head without any difficulty. My extension wasn't nearly as high. Marjorie's problem was holding herself together and mine was pulling myself out and stretching."
The trio is on tour to introduce Paschen's work. Before coming to Ponca City on Sunday, they will be honored in their hometown, Fairfax, where Sunday has been named "Maria and Marjorie Tallchief Day."
Both Marjorie and Maria Tallchief are featured in a book published by the University of Oklahoma Press titled "American Indian Ballerinas" by Lili Livingston. The book traces the diverse careers of four ballerinas from Oklahoma.
Maria Tallchief has written her biography, titled "Maria Tallchief: America's Prima Ballerina," published by Henry Holt.
Elise Paschen's book of poems, "Infidelities," was published in 1996 by Story Line Press.
All of these books will be available for autographing, or can be reserved in advance for those unable to attend, by calling Brace Books and More at 765-5173 or 800-256-5173.
An incorrect name was used in Wednesday's News for the suspect in a 1997 slaying in Osage County. The incorrect name was also used in previous publications. Christine Coffelt Scott has been charged with first degree murder in the death of her husband, Melvin Scott Jr.
The News regrets any confusion or inconvenience that may have been caused
by the error.
DEATHS
Naomi L. Yost, of Ponca City, died March 24, 1998 at her home. She was 91.
The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, in the Chapel of First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Larry Heslip, associate pastor of First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in the Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Trout Funeral Home.
Born July 21, 1906, in Salt Fork, she was the daughter of James T. Brown II and Mary I. Bobbit Brown. On July 19, 1930, she was married to Wendell Yost in Tonkawa. The couple then moved to Ponca City, and made their home. Naomi was a self-employed manicurist. She was a rock hound and enjoyed traveling, gardening, and collecting antiques. She was a member of Primetimers and a faithful member of First Baptist Church.
Survivors include her adopted son Jim Brown and wife Jan of Arkansas City, Kan.; one nephew, Bob Brown and wife Pat of Arkansas City, Kan.; three nieces Betty Bogart and husband Ed of El Dorado, Kan., Eileen of Tonkawa, and Kathleen of California; and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews as well as many other family members and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Wendell in 1981, two brothers and one sister.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 218 South Sixth Street, Ponca City, OK. 74601 or to Hospice of Ponca City. Inc. 1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, OK 74601.
paid obituary
Jim Moon, 1405 Pioneer Road, died Wednesday, March 25, 1998 at the Baylor Medical Center in Waco, Texas. He was 60. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl, of the home. A vigil is set for Friday at the Trout Funeral Home and the funeral is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Other arrangements will be announced later.
HOMINY - Charles A. "Tony" Roberts, Hominy resident, died at Cleveland (Okla.) Municipal Hospital Wednesday afternoon, March 25, 1998. He was 57. Survivors include his wife, Doris Anita, of the home. Arrangements are pending with Hunsaker-Wooten Funeral Home in Fairfax.
Frank Owens, Ponca City resident, died Wednesday evening, March 25, 1998, at his home. He was 79. Survivors include his wife, Peggy, of the home. Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel. The family will be at 421 South Washington Street.
Jack G. Ramey, longtime Ponca City resident, died Wednesday evening, March 25, 1998, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. He was 73. Local survivors include his wife, Betty, of the home. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.
Friday
Charles Frank Boswell - Funeral to be at 3 p.m. at McCafferty-Bolick
Funeral Home in Tonkawa. A graveside service will follow at the Tonkawa
IOOF Cemetery.
NEWS BRIEFS
Want A Job?- Like kids? Want to earn some extra money for a part-time job pay $8-$12 per hour? Make a positive difference in a child's life by tutoring or mentoring children and teens at Northern Oklahoma Youth Services. Call Alycia Wheeler or Debi Wolf at 762-8341 or drop by 415 West Grand during business hours, weekdays to learn more.
Senior Citizens Dance Set - A Senior Citizens Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday at the Senior Citizens Building, 320 South A in Arkansas City. The Pete Coli Country Band will be playing for dancing. All seniors are invited to come and bring a favorite snack to share.
Burglary - At 7:15 a.m. Wednesday police were notified that the First Lutheran School, 1101 North Fourth Street, was burglarized. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Hiding Thieves - At 7:44 a.m. Wednesday police were called to the Triple T, 425 South Fourteenth Street, after receiving a report that a man and a woman who had attempted to steal beer were hiding in the bathroom. The pair apparently left prior to officers' arrival. A petit larceny report was taken.
Stolen Property - A man in the 1300 block of North Seventh Street called police at 9 a.m. Wednesday to report stolen property. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Grass Fire - Fire units responded to a report of a grass fire near White Eagle at 10:02 a.m. Wednesday.
Minor Accident - An accident in the 2000 block of North Fourteenth Street was reported at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. A report was taken.
Stolen Gun - At 1 p.m. Wednesday a man in the 1000 block of South Twelfth Street advised police that a gun had been stolen from his home. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Three Arrested - At 2:08 p.m. Wednesday police arrested three people in the 3400 block of Kingston Road. A 40-year-old man was arrested for delivery and possession of a controlled and dangerous substance. A 63-year-old woman was arrested for assault and battery on an officer and destruction of private property. And a 25-year-old woman was arrested for possession of a controlled and dangerous substance.
Vehicle Fire - At 3:29 p.m. Wednesday a fire unit responded to a vehicle fire at TR's Used Cars, 6225 Lake Road. The fire was extinguished.
Minor Accident - At 3:39 p.m. Wednesday a two-vehicle accident was reported at East Overbrook Avenue and North Fourteenth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - A 33-year-old man was arrested at 3:50 p.m. Wednesday on a city warrant for failure to pay.
Shoplifter - At 5:16 p.m. Wednesday Maurice's, 2101 North Fourteenth Street, reported to police they had a shoplifter in custody. An officer was assigned and an embezzlement report was taken.
Fraud - A woman in the 500 block of West Cleveland Avenue called police at 5:41 p.m. Wednesday to report that someone was falsely using a name to receive utilities. A report was taken.
Theft - At 6:13 p.m. Wednesday a woman called police to report that her checkbook had been stolen from the 1100 block of East Prospect Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Arrest - Police arrested a 55-year-old man at 6:38 p.m. Wednesday from the 200 block of North Third Street for feloniously pointing a firearm.
Minor Accident - At 8:05 p.m. Wednesday a minor accident was reported at East Hartford Avenue and Turner Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.
Attempted Robbery - At 12 a.m. Thursday police received a call from a clerk at Conoco, 1613 West South Avenue, reporting that a woman had attempted to rob the store. The woman left the store after stealing a 12-pack of beer. A report was taken.
Gas Drive-Off - At 5:59 a.m. Thursday a $10.65 gas drive-off was
reported at the Conoco, 1613 West South Avenue.
SPORTS
They may not have won a state championship on the court, but the Wildcat varsity basketball team was the best of 32 Class 6A teams in the classroom this year. Ponca City Athletic director Rusty Benson surprised the players with the announcement during Wednesday night's basketball banquet. Team members are (left to right) Nathan Zimmerman, Barry Chance, Jason Shelton, Blake Geubelle, Ryan Meyer, Paul Broome, Alfred Delancy, Micha Alexander, Jeff Furnas, Tom Engle, Bret Skaggs, and Scott Larrison. (News Photo by Matthew Koenig)
FAIRFAX - Ponca City's junior varsity golfers placed fourth in the Woodlands' Kah-Wah-C Tournament Wednesday for their first outing of the season.
Lucas Elmer paced the Ponca City linksters with a 84 and was fifth in the individual scoring. Aaron Sattre posted an 89, Amar Bhatha a 94 and Bryant Ferguson a 98. Also playing for the Wildcats were Jacob Bull, Jason Begwin and Josh Flood.
The Choctaw varsity golfers took first place in the tournament with a 323 total, led by Jay Morgan's 73.
The Stillwater JVs were second at 336, followed by Blackwell at 357 and the Ponca City JVs at 365 in the 10-team field.
The next outing for the Ponca City golfers will be Friday as the varsity take part in the Enid Invitational at Meadowlake.
Oklahoma State Assistant Head Coach Tommy Kaiser and new Offensive Coordinator Ron Calcagni will be the feature speakers when the Cowboy Caravan meets with Ponca City fans at the Moose Lodge today at 6:30 p.m.
Kaiser and Calcagni will be filling in for head coach Bob Simmons, who had kidney surgery recently.
The barbecue dinner will be served at 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per person.