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November 6, 2024

Checotah Impact Players of the Week

Ruby and Ruthy Folkner

Checotah Impact Players of the Week are Ruby and Ruthy Folkner and Elijah Mohammed.

Ruby Folkner placed 40th out the entire state of Oklahoma and her sister Ruthy placed 103rd at the State Cross Country meet in Edmond.

Elijah Mohammed led the Wildcats in tackles against Idabel with 10 and has made himself a permanent fixture on the Checotah defense.

Elijah Mohammad

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