2025 Speaker Panel
David Castillo- BHS Alum, Team USA Basketball, Kansas State Basketball
David Castillo is a standout guard for the Kansas State University men’s basketball team, bringing elite credentials and national experience to the Wildcats. A 2024 McDonald’s All-American and consensus top-50 recruit, Castillo is one of the most accomplished recruits ever to join the K-State program.
Since arriving at Kansas State, Castillo has quickly impressed coaches and fans alike with his court vision, scoring ability, and composure at the college level. He made his debut in the 2024–25 season as part of one of the nation's top recruiting classes, contributing immediately with his ability to create shots, push tempo, and make plays on both ends of the court. Known for his versatility as both a point guard and combo guard, he’s expected to play a major role in K-State’s backcourt rotation throughout the season and beyond.
Before Kansas State, Castillo starred at both Sunrise Christian Academy and Bartlesville High School. At Sunrise, he averaged 17.2 points, 5.1 assists, and 4.5 rebounds per game while competing against elite national talent and earning All-Grind Session First Team honors. Prior to that, he had a record-setting career at Bartlesville High School in Oklahoma, where he scored over 1,600 points in three seasons. He was named the Oklahoma Gatorade Player of the Year as a sophomore — the first in school history — and averaged over 25 points per game as a junior, earning All-State honors.
Internationally, Castillo is a two-time gold medalist with USA Basketball, helping lead the U16 national team to a FIBA Americas Championship title in 2021 and the U17 team to a FIBA World Cup championship in 2022. His combination of international experience, scoring polish, and leadership makes him one of the most exciting young talents in college basketball.
Jared Hicks- BHS Alum, University of Arkansas Football
Jared Hicks is a former Division 1 athlete and a seasoned culinary professional, whose career reflects a unique blend of discipline, leadership, and creative flair. A standout tight end for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks from 2001 to 2005, Jared earned Honorable Mention All-SEC honors in 2004 and was recognized with the Lon Farrell Academic Award. His athletic career was marked by resilience and determination, overcoming injuries to contribute meaningfully to his team.
After college, Jared transitioned his passion and work ethic into the culinary world. With over 15 years of experience—from Sous Chef to Executive Chef—he has led kitchens at renowned establishments like Frank and Lola’s and Tinker’s Glass House. Jared has been recognized in multiple publications and “Top 10” lists for his innovative cuisine and leadership in the kitchen. Most recently, he has served as a chef and nutrition coordinator, focusing on culturally diverse menus, dietary inclusion, and early childhood nutrition.
Jared’s journey from the gridiron to the grill speaks to his ability to adapt, lead, and inspire across disciplines.
Campbell Barta- BHS Alum, Northwest Missouri State Track
Campbell Barta graduated from Bartlesville High School in May 2024. She was involved in Student Council and trained at Pure Health Performance for 3 years. She ended her high school career in Bartlesville with three school records (100, 200, 4x200) and nine state medals (100, 200, 400, long jump, 4x200).
Campbell currently attends Northwest Missouri State and is majoring in exercise science with a minor in nutrition.
As a freshman athlete, she was a part of the 4x100 relay that qualified and ran at NCAAs and she currently has the 2nd fastest time in school history. She is ranked 4th in school history in the 60m and 100m and is ranked 7th in school history in the long jump.
Her dad, Jason Barta, is the Executive Director at the Boys and Girls Club. Her mom, Jaimee Barta, works at Keller Williams. Her sister, Claire, is a Junior in Volleyball at Bartlesville High School, and her brother, Jackson, is a Sophomore in Basketball at Bartlesville High School.
Morgan Lawrence-Hayes- BHS Alum, OU Softball
Morgan Lawrence-Hayes is a lifelong leader, athlete, and advocate. A Softball standout from an early age, she was named Bartlesville High School Area MVP in 2005 before earning her varsity letters as a member of the University of Oklahoma Softball team, where she was part of the 2008 Big 12 Championship squad. Since joining Phillips 66 in 2011, Morgan has held a variety of roles in Marketing and IT over the past 14 years, building a reputation for adaptability and excellence.
Morgan is deeply committed to community service. She served as President of Oklahomans for Equality Bartlesville for 5 years and currently serves as Board President of Disciples Christian Church, in addition to serving as Social Chair for Young Professionals Bartlesville. Other organizations she has enjoyed supporting through volunteerism include the Bartlesville Special Olympics and Ray of Hope. In 2024, she was honored with the Courage Award by Young Professionals Bartlesville for her impact and advocacy.
Morgan lives in Bartlesville with her wife, Sheena, (who Morgan will proudly tell you that by any standard of measure is truly the “better half”), and their 9-year-old son LJ, a budding swimmer, and a proud fourth grader at Wayside Elementary.
Clent Stewart- Former BHS Head Basketball Coach, Kansas State Basketball
Clent Stewart is a former Marketing IT Business Analyst for Phillips 66 Company where he worked for 16 years in Bartlesville, Oklahoma before moving to Olathe, Kansas in June 2025. After growing up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Clent completed his undergraduate studies in 2008 at Kansas State University (KSU), receiving his bachelor’s in management information systems. While attending KSU Clent was a four-year starter for Kansas State's Men's basketball team from 2004-2008, narrowly missing out on the NIL movement by 15 years! At KSU, he currently stands as 5th all-time in assists and still holds the records for most assist by a freshman at 116. Broader accomplishments include being named to the Big 12 all-academic first team in 2006, 2007, and 2008 as well as winning the Big 12 Community of Champions Award in 2007. Clent had the opportunity to play for head coaches, Jim Wooldridge, Bob Huggins, and Frank Martin giving him three different perspectives on basketball and life.
While living in Bartlesville, Clent worked in six different IT roles for ConocoPhillips/Phillips 66. He spent his first five years working in SAP automated testing before moving over to IT Recruiting where he had the opportunity to bring the best IT talent to the company which included recruiting at his non-biased favorite university, KSU. He spent his final five years with Phillips 66 in two different IT business analyst roles driving value and strategy for the finance and marketing organizations.
While in Bartlesville, Clent was plugged into the community in numerous ways. This includes being the head Bartlesville Bruin boys’ basketball coach from 2014-2024, serving on the American Red Cross Board, United Way Board, Bartlesville Community Foundation Board, Bartlesville Bruins Association Board, and an active member of City Church. With this involvement, he was named to Bartlesville 40 under 40 list in 2014.
Outside of his involvement in the Bartlesville Community, Clent has stayed plugged in to KSU by currently holding the position of Purple Reign (Alumni) Head Men’s Coach for The Basketball Tournament (TBT) and most recently volunteering his time to GoPowercat podcast giving insights on the KSU Men’s basketball team each week during the past two season.
Clent is married to his wife Stephanie, who is currently the Assistant Dance Coach at Olathe Northwest High School. Clent and Stephanie got engaged on KSU’s floor during senior night in 2008. They have two daughters, Aaliyah and Mya and one son, Zavier.
Moderator:
Evan Fahrbach- "Voice of the Bruins"
Evan Fahrbach is the Sports Director and Operations Manager at KCD Enterprises and has been the radio voice of the Bartlesville Bruins plus much more for the past 11 years.
Evan is a native of Wichita, Kansas and a graduate of both Oklahoma State and Wichita State University and is a multi-time Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters award winner.
He is married to Shauney Fahrbach and they both love their corgi Watson.