Jenni Carlson
The Oklahoman
Oklahoma City, OK, United States
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Past articles by Jenni:
Carlson: Why Aiden Reese's life is a reminder of how much we can love
Aiden Reese loved lots of things. But Aiden loved nothing more than playing baseball. → Read More
Carlson: Before chasing Class B basketball title, Fort Cobb rallies behind Willits family
Jaxon and Eli Willits are carrying on a proud family tradition, playing for Fort Cobb-Broxton. They are particularly grateful for their town. → Read More
Now 40, ex-OU gymnast David Henderson still flipping for Cirque du Soleil's Corteo show
Former NCAA still rings champion David Henderson found a post-gymnastics career in Cirque du Soleil. The ex-OU star is part of the OKC Corteo show. → Read More
What Patty Gasso said at OU softball media day about pitching staff, replacing Jocelyn Alo
It will be a team effort for OU softball to replace Jocelyn Alo's presence in the lineup and other takeaways from Sooners' media day. → Read More
Carlson: Thunder might not sniff playoffs yet, but scent of big games is intoxicating
Big-time games are big-time fun. Over the past few years, Thunder watchers haven't gotten to experience many. But that is starting to change. → Read More
Busted water pipes and flooded gym floors at OCU, Langston, Millwood reveal kindness of others
Oklahoma City University, Langston and Millwood were forced out of their gyms due to water damage. But there was a silver lining: the kindness of others. → Read More
Oklahoma City Spark releases schedule, will open inaugural season with home game June 15
The OKC Spark will play its first six games on Oklahoma soil, then play its first ever road game in Florida. Its inaugural schedule has 36 games. → Read More
Brian Harvey's players didn't call him 'Coach,' but here's why they loved playing for him
Former Oklahoma City University soccer coach Brian Harvey was remembered for transforming not only soccer in the state but also the lives of players. → Read More
College football recruiting 101: Get to know the games beyond the game
Here’s a look at some basics you need to know in college football recruiting. → Read More
Bengals coach Zac Taylor is named after an underrated OU football player. 'Such a good guy'
Oklahoma native Zac Taylor may take the Bengals back to the Super Bowl. If he does, the coach will also carry the first name of an oft-forgotten Sooner. → Read More
How does Kelsey Mitchell feel about Taylor Robertson breaking her 3-point record? 'She deserves it'
Kelsey Mitchell knows fantastic shooting. Until OU guard Taylor Robertson came along, she stood alone atop the NCAA record book for career 3-pointers. → Read More
Carlson: Could Porter Moser leave OU for Notre Dame? Doesn't seem crazy at all
Notre Dame Mike Brey is stepping down at season's end. Here's why Notre Dame might be interested in OU's Porter Moser and why he might feel the same. → Read More
Brothers Justice and Dax Hill will meet in NFL playoffs. How do Mom and Dad feel about it?
Nearly 400 sets of brothers have played in the NFL, but rarely have they met in the playoffs. Tulsa's Justice and Dax Hill will Sunday. → Read More
From Jalen Hurts to CeeDee Lamb: Meet the players with Oklahoma ties in NFL playoffs
The 2023 NFL playoffs begin Saturday, and 44 players with Oklahoma ties will be helping their teams as they try to win the Super Bowl come Feb. 12. → Read More
Looking ahead to 2023? The sports scene in Oklahoma promises lots of intrigue in new year
There's lots to look forward to in 2023. Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander make All-Star Game? OU softball win another title? OU and OSU football rebound? → Read More
SGA's breakout, OU's softball dynasty, OSU's Fiesta Bowl win highlight wild year in Oklahoma sports
From Jocelyn Alo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Zac Taylor to JT Realmuto, Spencer Sanders and Jackson Holliday, sports in 2022 gave us great memories. → Read More
A school resource officer at Del City wants to buy letter jackets for students. Here's how to help
Kyle Preston, a school resource officer at Del City, wants to buy letter jackets for seniors on the Eagles' basketball teams. Here's how to help. → Read More
Best New Year's Six bowl? Favorite storyline? We've got that and more in our bowl preview
The bowl season kicks off Friday, and we take a look at the best games and matchups, including Alabama vs. K-State, USC's Caleb Williams vs. Tulane. → Read More
Top 5 Mike Leach moments during his time with OU football
Mississippi State head coach and former OU offensive coordinator MIke Leach had a quirky personality rarely seen from major college football coaches. → Read More
Meet the Oklahoman living a World Cup dream
Daryl Dike didn't make the U.S. national team, but that doesn't mean no Oklahomans made it to the World Cup. One Oklahoma man is living his soccer dream. → Read More