Longtime Oklahoma high school and college football coach Bill Blankenship has announced his retirement after 40 seasons in coaching, 35 of which were as a head coach. Blankenship achieved great success, winning state championships at Owasso, Tulsa Union, and Fayetteville. He also had several seasons as an assistant and head coach at the University of Tulsa, where he led the Golden Hurricane to a Conference USA championship and a Liberty Bowl victory. Assistant coach Antonio Graham has been promoted as the new head coach of Owasso.

Why It Matters

Blankenship's retirement marks the end of a remarkable coaching career in Oklahoma, where he has left a lasting impact on high school and college football. His success and achievements have solidified his place among the state's greatest coaches.

By the Numbers
  • 40 seasons in coaching
  • 35 seasons as a head coach
  • State championships at Owasso, Tulsa Union, and Fayetteville
  • Led the University of Tulsa to a Conference USA championship and a Liberty Bowl victory
  • Record of 69-18 in seven seasons as head coach at Owasso
State of Play
  • Bill Blankenship has retired after 40 seasons in coaching
  • Assistant coach Antonio Graham has been promoted as the new head coach of Owasso
Bottom Line

Bill Blankenship's retirement marks the end of an illustrious coaching career in Oklahoma, leaving a legacy of championship success and mentorship. His impact will be felt for years to come in the state's football community.