Okmulgee High School Senior Signs with Connors State Rodeo Program

Javon Lang will continue his rodeo career at Connors State College with his trusted teammate by his side.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 4:06pm

Okmulgee High School senior Javon Lang signed his college letter of intent to join the rodeo program at Connors State College, with his teammate standing beside him during the ceremony. This is an uncommon occurrence, as student-athletes typically sign alone, making Lang's signing even more meaningful.

Why it matters

Lang's signing with the Connors State rodeo program highlights the strong bond and camaraderie between teammates, which is not always seen at the high school level. It also showcases Okmulgee's robust rodeo culture and the opportunities available for local student-athletes to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.

The details

Lang, a senior at Okmulgee High School, signed his letter of intent to join the rodeo program at Connors State College, located in Warner, Oklahoma. What made this signing ceremony unique was the presence of Lang's trusted teammate, who stood beside him during the event. This is an uncommon occurrence, as student-athletes typically sign their college commitments alone.

  • Javon Lang signed his letter of intent on March 18, 2026.

The players

Javon Lang

A senior at Okmulgee High School who has signed to join the rodeo program at Connors State College.

Connors State College

A college located in Warner, Oklahoma, that has a robust rodeo program and has signed Javon Lang to join their team.

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What’s next

Javon Lang will begin his collegiate rodeo career at Connors State College in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

Javon Lang's signing ceremony with his trusted teammate by his side showcases the strong bonds and camaraderie that can develop between high school athletes, particularly in sports like rodeo that are deeply rooted in the local community. This signing highlights the opportunities available for Okmulgee students to continue their athletic pursuits at the collegiate level.