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Class 4A Postseason Begins To Take Shape

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1 year ago

February 17, 2025

The Wagoner Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs are set for Area play next week (PHOTO: Wagoner Basketball)

The Class 4A, Area III boys basketball playoffs are set, with teams battling through districts, regionals, and area tournaments for a shot at the state championship. The postseason action begins with district games on February 21-22, followed by regional matchups from February 27 to March 1, leading up to the Area III tournament from March 6-8 at Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee.

In District 1, Wagoner and Sallisaw will face off, with both the winner and runner-up advancing to regionals. Locust Grove and Stilwell will compete in District 2, while Muldrow and Stigler clash in District 3. Broken Bow and Poteau will square off in District 4, aiming for a spot in the next round.

District action continues with Bethany hosting Bristow in District 5, Crossings Christian taking on Hilldale in District 6, and Glenpool facing Skiatook in District 7. Eufaula and Tecumseh round out district play in District 8. The top two teams from each district will advance to the regional tournament.

Regional matchups will be played at Muldrow, Sallisaw, Glenpool, and Crossings Christian from February 27 to March 1, with both winners and runners-up moving on to the Area III tournament. Teams that fall short in the regional championship will still have a shot through the consolation bracket, where they will compete for a final Area III berth.

The Area III tournament will take place from March 6-8 at Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee, featuring regional champions, runners-up, and teams from the consolation bracket. The winner of the area championship will advance to the Class 4A State Tournament, held from March 10-15.

4A Girls Eye Postseason Play

The Class 4A, Area III girls basketball playoffs are gearing up as teams battle through districts, regionals, and area tournaments for a chance to reach the state championship. The postseason kicks off with district matchups on February 21-22, followed by regionals from February 27 to March 1, leading to the Area III tournament from March 6-8 at Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee.

In District 1, Wagoner and Sallisaw will face off, while Locust Grove takes on Stilwell in District 2. Muldrow and Stigler meet in District 3, and Broken Bow battles Poteau in District 4, with the winner and runner-up advancing to regionals.

Additional district matchups include Bethany vs. Bristow in District 5, Checotah vs. Hilldale in District 6, Glenpool vs. Skiatook in District 7, and Eufaula vs. Tecumseh in District 8. Each district’s top two teams will move on to the regional tournament.

Regional play will be held at Muldrow, Sallisaw, Glenpool, and Crossings Christian from February 27 to March 1. The winners and runners-up will earn a spot in the Area III tournament, while teams falling short in the championship round will have a second chance through the consolation bracket.

The Area III tournament at Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee will determine which teams advance to the Class 4A State Tournament from March 10-15. Regional champions, runners-up, and winners from the consolation bracket will all compete for a state tournament berth.

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OCA Announces All-Star Games Schedule, Locations

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8 months ago

July 7, 2025

Grant Merrill

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Coaches Association has released its full schedule for the 2025 All-State events, set to take place July 26-31 across multiple venues in the Tulsa area and central Oklahoma.

Festivities kick off Saturday, July 26, with the Old Timers Reception at 5 p.m. at the Marriott Southern Hills in Tulsa, followed by the Hall of Fame Banquet at 6:30 p.m. at the same location. Tickets for the banquet are $40 per person.

The All-State competitions begin Monday, July 28, with golf at Cherokee Hills Golf Club in Catoosa starting at 8:30 a.m., swimming at Edmond Schools Aquatic Center at 5:30 p.m., and volleyball at Frank Herald Field House in Jenks with matches beginning at 6 p.m.

Tennis matches are scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, at 5:30 p.m. at the University of Tulsa’s Michael D. Case Center. Girls basketball will also take place Tuesday at Memorial Veterans Arena in Tulsa, with games starting at 6 p.m.

Wrestling is set for Wednesday, July 30, at 7 p.m. at Catoosa High School, while boys basketball will also be held Wednesday at Memorial Veterans Arena beginning at 6 p.m.

The All-State Football Game will conclude the week’s events on Thursday, July 31, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. following pre-game festivities starting at 6:15 p.m. The OCA announced a location change for the football game, which will now be held at Crain Family Stadium at the Hurt Complex on the campus of Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee.

Tickets for all sporting events will be available at the venues on the day of the event for $10 general admission.

Pre-game festivities will begin 30 minutes prior to game time for all sports, except for football, where activities will begin 45 minutes before kickoff.

For more information on the All-State events, visit the Oklahoma Coaches Association website.