Oklahoma State University Athletics
November 01, 2026 | Cowgirl Basketball
To my Oklahoma State Cowgirl Basketball family,
Some things are hard to put into words, and what this place means to me is one of them, but I want to try. It's hard to believe I'm getting ready for my fourth season as a Cowgirl. Looking back on the last three years, one thing has always stood out: the love and support you've shown us. From the moment I arrived in Stillwater, you made me feel like part of something much bigger than basketball, and I truly can't thank you enough for that.
Through every high and every low, you have continued to show up for us. You bring incredible energy every time we step on the court, and I hope you know it means the world to us as players. I don't think you always realize the impact you have on us, but looking up into stands full of America's Brightest Orange and hearing you cheer us on makes a real difference. You make Gallagher-Iba Arena feel like home, and that is something I will never take for granted.
If these years have taught me anything, it's that the people are what make Oklahoma State so special. I'm incredibly grateful to call Stillwater home and to wear this jersey. Spending my entire college career here has allowed me to immerse myself in this community, grow as a player and as a person, and see firsthand how much this place cares about its own. I also want to thank my coaches and teammates, who have pushed me, believed in me, and become family along the way. None of this would mean nearly as much without them, or without all of you.Â
To the young fans who come to our games, especially the little girls in the crowd: I see you, and I want you to know how much you mean to me. Not that long ago, I was that little girl sitting in the stands, watching the players on the court and dreaming that one day it would be me out there. I remember how big it all felt and how badly I wanted to be part of it. Now, every time I look up and see you cheering, wearing your orange, and waiting for a high five after the game, I'm reminded of where my own dream started.Â
My dream came true, and I couldn't be happier to be living it at Oklahoma State. Playing college basketball has always been the goal, but doing it here, in front of these fans, has made it more meaningful than I ever imagined. So keep dreaming big, keep working hard, and never stop believing in yourself. I hope that one day you'll be the one on this court, with a new group of young fans looking up at you the same way.Â
I am SO excited for this season! I can't wait to get back out there, compete alongside my teammates, and feel that energy from you all again. We have big goals, and I promise we will work hard every single day to represent this university and community the right way. I hope you're ready, because we can't wait to see you back in GIA!Â
Thank you for showing up for us, believing in us, and making my time here so special. I'm proud to be a Cowgirl, and I'm grateful to share this next chapter with all of you. No matter where basketball takes me next, the love I've felt here is something I will always carry with me.Â
Once a Cowgirl, always a Cowgirl.
Love you all, and GO POKES!Â
Stailee HeardÂ
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Some things are hard to put into words, and what this place means to me is one of them, but I want to try. It's hard to believe I'm getting ready for my fourth season as a Cowgirl. Looking back on the last three years, one thing has always stood out: the love and support you've shown us. From the moment I arrived in Stillwater, you made me feel like part of something much bigger than basketball, and I truly can't thank you enough for that.
Through every high and every low, you have continued to show up for us. You bring incredible energy every time we step on the court, and I hope you know it means the world to us as players. I don't think you always realize the impact you have on us, but looking up into stands full of America's Brightest Orange and hearing you cheer us on makes a real difference. You make Gallagher-Iba Arena feel like home, and that is something I will never take for granted.
If these years have taught me anything, it's that the people are what make Oklahoma State so special. I'm incredibly grateful to call Stillwater home and to wear this jersey. Spending my entire college career here has allowed me to immerse myself in this community, grow as a player and as a person, and see firsthand how much this place cares about its own. I also want to thank my coaches and teammates, who have pushed me, believed in me, and become family along the way. None of this would mean nearly as much without them, or without all of you.Â
To the young fans who come to our games, especially the little girls in the crowd: I see you, and I want you to know how much you mean to me. Not that long ago, I was that little girl sitting in the stands, watching the players on the court and dreaming that one day it would be me out there. I remember how big it all felt and how badly I wanted to be part of it. Now, every time I look up and see you cheering, wearing your orange, and waiting for a high five after the game, I'm reminded of where my own dream started.Â
My dream came true, and I couldn't be happier to be living it at Oklahoma State. Playing college basketball has always been the goal, but doing it here, in front of these fans, has made it more meaningful than I ever imagined. So keep dreaming big, keep working hard, and never stop believing in yourself. I hope that one day you'll be the one on this court, with a new group of young fans looking up at you the same way.Â
I am SO excited for this season! I can't wait to get back out there, compete alongside my teammates, and feel that energy from you all again. We have big goals, and I promise we will work hard every single day to represent this university and community the right way. I hope you're ready, because we can't wait to see you back in GIA!Â
Thank you for showing up for us, believing in us, and making my time here so special. I'm proud to be a Cowgirl, and I'm grateful to share this next chapter with all of you. No matter where basketball takes me next, the love I've felt here is something I will always carry with me.Â
Once a Cowgirl, always a Cowgirl.
Love you all, and GO POKES!Â
Stailee HeardÂ
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