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June 20, 2025
OCA to host All-State Games

Oklahoma’s premier high school athletes will take center stage during the Oklahoma Coaches Association (OCA) 2025 All-State Games, scheduled for July 26-31. The week-long celebration of talent and sportsmanship will feature the state’s top senior athletes competing in multiple sports, offering fans the opportunity to witness elite performances across a variety of disciplines.

With a $10 admission granting access to all events, spectators can enjoy a high-energy showcase of competition and community pride as student-athletes from across Oklahoma represent their regions one final time before graduation.

— Event Schedule & Venues

Golf will tee off the action Monday morning, July 28, at 8:30 a.m. at Cherokee Hills Golf Club in Catoosa. The same evening will be packed with activity, beginning with swimming at 5:30 p.m. at the Edmond Schools Aquatic Center in Edmond.

Also on Monday evening, volleyball will spike into action at Jenks High School’s Frank Herald Field House. The Large School match begins at 6 p.m., followed by the Small School contest at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 29, will bring more athletic excitement starting with tennis at 5:30 p.m. at the University of Tulsa’s Michael D. Case Center. Later that evening, the Girls Basketball All-State games will light up Memorial Veterans Arena at Tulsa Memorial High School. The Small School game tips off at 6 p.m., with the Large School matchup following at 7:30 p.m.

Wrestling fans will want to head to Catoosa High School on Wednesday, July 30, where the state’s top grapplers will go head-to-head beginning at 7 p.m.

Meanwhile, boys basketball will also take place on July 30 at Memorial Veterans Arena. Small School athletes take the court at 6 p.m., and Large School players tip off at 7:30 p.m.

The grand finale of the All-State Games arrives Thursday, July 31, with the much-anticipated Football All-State Game at Jim Thorpe Stadium in Shawnee. Pre-game festivities begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by kickoff at 7 p.m.

— Celebrating Excellence & Commitment The OCA All-State Games provide a unique opportunity to honor Oklahoma’s most accomplished high school athletes, many of whom are set to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. These games are more than competitions – they are a celebration of hard work, dedication and the vi- brant high school sports culture that thrives across the state.

Fans, families and community supporters are encouraged to attend and support these athletes as they represent the best of Oklahoma high school sports. With a low admission price and a diverse range of events, there’s something for every sports fan to enjoy.

For more information about the OCA All-State Games and updates throughout the week, visit the official Oklahoma Coaches Association website or follow the event on social media.

Mark your calendars – July 26-31 will be an unforgettable week of athletic excellence in Oklahoma.

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