BKHS's Will Applegate Named Gatorade Oklahoma Boys Soccer Player of the Year

June 20, 2022

CHICAGO (June 16, 2022) — In its 37th year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, Gatorade today announced Will Applegate of Bishop Kelley High School is the 2021-22 Gatorade Oklahoma Boys Soccer Player of the Year. Applegate is the first Gatorade Oklahoma Boys Soccer Player of the Year to be chosen from Bishop Kelley High School.


The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishes Applegate as Oklahoma’s best high school boys soccer player. Now a finalist for the prestigious Gatorade National Boys Soccer Player of the Year award to be announced in June, Applegate joins an elite alumni association of state award-winners in 12 sports, including Alexi Lalas (1987-88, Cranbrook High School, Mich.), Steve Cherundolo (1996-97, Mt. Carmel High School, Calif.), Abby Wambach (1997-98, Our Lady of Mercy School of Young Women, N.Y.), Heather O’Reilly (2001-02 & 2002-03, East Brunswick High School, N.J.), Matt Besler (2004-05, Blue Valley West High School, Kans.), Jack Harrison (2013-14, Berkshire High School, Mass.) and Mallory Pugh (2014-15, Mountain Vista High School, Colo.).


The 5-foot-9, 145-pound junior forward scored 21 goals and passed for 25 assists this past season, leading the Comets (10-6) to the Class 5A quarterfinals. A two-time First Team All-District selection, Applegate was the Tulsa AllWorld Player of the Year as a sophomore. He has compiled 46 goals and 33 assists in his prep career.

Bishop Kelley High School Names Seana Stoia '13 as Head Girls Basketball Coach

May 1, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tulsa, OK — Bishop Kelley High School is proud to announce the hiring of Seana Stoia '13 as the new Head Coach of the Girls Basketball program. Coach Stoia brings a wealth of experience in both playing and coaching at multiple levels. She has held elite coaching roles with PWP AAU and Team Griffin, coached collegiately at Loras College and University of Wisconsin–Whitewater and played collegiately for the University of Dallas following a standout career as a Bishop Kelley Comet. Most recently, she has served as an assistant coach for Bishop Kelley’s Girls Basketball and Volleyball teams while also teaching Theology. Known for her player-first mentality and commitment to fundamentals, Stoia has helped shape some of the most competitive youth and high school talent in the Tulsa area. “Coach Stoia has been a major part of the resurgence of BK girls basketball over the past three years that culminated in a trip to the 5A State Tournament this year,” said Bishop Kelley Athletic Director Lance Parks. “She has a tremendous work ethic coupled with a passion for the game of basketball that will elevate all levels of the girls basketball program at Bishop Kelley.” In addition to her basketball expertise, Stoia has deep roots in the Bishop Kelley community as an educator and mentor. Her dedication to developing student-athletes on and off the court makes her an ideal leader for the program’s next chapter. Stoia will assume her role immediately, leading off-season training and preparing the Comets for an exciting 2025–2026 season. About Bishop Kelley School Bishop Kelley School is a Catholic diocesan high school located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which focuses on preparing students' hearts and minds for a purposeful life, for college and beyond. Founded in 1960, the school offers a rigorous academic curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a deep commitment to spiritual formation. Bishop Kelley strives to educate the whole person, empowering students to become responsible, faith-filled leaders in their communities.

Coach Vince Davis Joins Bishop Kelley High School as Assistant Football and Track Coach, Full-Time Substitute Teacher

April 28, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TULSA, OK – Bishop Kelley High School is pleased to welcome Vince Davis as an assistant coach for football and track and as a full-time substitute teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. Coach Davis brings extensive coaching and educational experience to the Bishop Kelley community, along with a strong commitment to student-athlete development both on and off the field. Coach Davis previously served as Varsity Football Offensive Coordinator at Porter High School, implementing strategic offensive game plans and managing game flow analytics. His coaching career also includes experience at Broken Arrow High School, where he coached varsity running backs, leading them to over 7,800 yards and 70 touchdowns. In track, he notably coached state champions in the 100m, 200m, 4x200 relay, and long jump, underscoring his expertise in athlete and performance development. Coach Davis also has a distinguished educational career, currently serving as an E2020-Edgenuity Teacher at Porter High School, monitoring student progress and contributing to student engagement and school culture. His previous roles include teaching Business and Technology at Broken Arrow and Owasso High Schools, founding the Black Student Association at Broken Arrow, and serving as advisor for various student organizations. "We are thrilled to welcome Coach Davis to the Bishop Kelley community," said Lance Parks, Bishop Kelley Athletic Director. "His proven track record of developing student-athletes academically and athletically makes him an outstanding addition to our coaching staff and faculty." Davis earned his Master's in Business Administration from Southern Nazarene University, a Bachelor of Arts from Northeastern State University, and an Associate of Arts in Journalism from Bacone College. About Bishop Kelley School Bishop Kelley School is a Catholic diocesan high school located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which focuses on preparing students' hearts and minds for a purposeful life, for college and beyond. Founded in 1960, the school offers a rigorous academic curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a deep commitment to spiritual formation. Bishop Kelley strives to educate the whole person, empowering students to become responsible, faith-filled leaders in their communities.