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David Alexander joins Bishop Kelley football staff

Published

12 months ago

March 7, 2025

TULSA – Bishop Kelley High School has announced that former NFL player and veteran coach David Alexander will join the school as its new offensive line coach and math faculty member for the 2025-26 school year.

Alexander, a former Philadelphia Eagles lineman, played in the NFL from 1987 to 1994, starting 110 of 126 games. After retiring, he transitioned to coaching, with experience in high school football and the af2 arena league. He previously served as head coach at Broken Arrow High School, leading the team to a 6A-1 state championship in 2018, and as special teams coordinator at Jenks, helping the team win a state title in 2021.

“I am incredibly excited to join the Bishop Kelley community,” Alexander said. “My passion for coaching and teaching is driven by a desire to impact young people’s lives.”

Alexander has received numerous accolades, including induction into the Broken Arrow and Tulsa University Athletic Halls of Fame, as well as the Ed Block Courage Award. He has also served on the boards of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Jenks Foundation Auction.

“Coach Alexander is a fantastic addition to our math department,” said Bishop Kelley Principal Jim Franz. “We know he will have a lasting impact on both our students and student-athletes.”

Athletic Director Lance Parks echoed the sentiment. “His background as an NFL player and experienced coach is a tremendous asset. His passion for football and dedication to education make him a valuable addition to Bishop Kelley.”

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OCA Announces All-Star Games Schedule, Locations

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8 months ago

July 7, 2025

Grant Merrill

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Coaches Association has released its full schedule for the 2025 All-State events, set to take place July 26-31 across multiple venues in the Tulsa area and central Oklahoma.

Festivities kick off Saturday, July 26, with the Old Timers Reception at 5 p.m. at the Marriott Southern Hills in Tulsa, followed by the Hall of Fame Banquet at 6:30 p.m. at the same location. Tickets for the banquet are $40 per person.

The All-State competitions begin Monday, July 28, with golf at Cherokee Hills Golf Club in Catoosa starting at 8:30 a.m., swimming at Edmond Schools Aquatic Center at 5:30 p.m., and volleyball at Frank Herald Field House in Jenks with matches beginning at 6 p.m.

Tennis matches are scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, at 5:30 p.m. at the University of Tulsa’s Michael D. Case Center. Girls basketball will also take place Tuesday at Memorial Veterans Arena in Tulsa, with games starting at 6 p.m.

Wrestling is set for Wednesday, July 30, at 7 p.m. at Catoosa High School, while boys basketball will also be held Wednesday at Memorial Veterans Arena beginning at 6 p.m.

The All-State Football Game will conclude the week’s events on Thursday, July 31, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. following pre-game festivities starting at 6:15 p.m. The OCA announced a location change for the football game, which will now be held at Crain Family Stadium at the Hurt Complex on the campus of Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee.

Tickets for all sporting events will be available at the venues on the day of the event for $10 general admission.

Pre-game festivities will begin 30 minutes prior to game time for all sports, except for football, where activities will begin 45 minutes before kickoff.

For more information on the All-State events, visit the Oklahoma Coaches Association website.