Drumright Oilers

After a nearby Oil discovery in 1912 led to the creation of the city, Drumright teams played as members of Class D level Western Association from 1920 to 1921.

[1] The Drumright "Oilers" nickname corresponds to local industry and history, as the discovery of oil led to the creation of the city.

[4] With the growth of the newly formed city, minor league baseball began in Drumright in 1920, when the Drumwright "Drummers" became members of the eight-team Western Association.

The Chickasha Chicks, Enid Harvesters, Fort Smith Twins, Henryetta Hens, Okmulgee Drillers, Pawhuska Huskers and Springfield Merchants teams joined Drumwright in beginning league play on April 21, 1920.

The Oilers finished in a distant last place in the eight-team Western Association league standings, playing the season under manager Kid Speer.

The Clinton Bulldogs, Duncan Oilers, El Reno Railroaders, Guthrie Linters and Wilson Drillers teams completed the 1923 league.

[8] Drumwright hosted home minor league games at the Western Association Park, later known as the American Legion Field.

The ballpark, which occupied the land where the Drumright High School baseball field now stands, was located at 601 South Layton Street.

(1920) Drumright, Oklahoma. Oil was discovered near Drumright in 1912, leading to the Cushing-Drumright Oil Field and creation of the city of Drumright.