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HHS athletes shine in 2024-25
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July 9, 2025
HHS athletes shine in 2024-25
By Patrick Ford Editor

With the final whistle blown and championship medals hung, Henryetta High School takes a moment to look back and celebrate the exceptional accomplishments of its athletic programs during the 2024-25 school year. From cross country to baseball, Knight athletes demonstrated grit, growth, and greatness on and off the field in what was one of the most successful athletic years in recent history.

The Henryetta Public Schools (HPS) athletics department, with support from Coach Brian Leader and numerous coaching staff, compiled a comprehensive recap of the year’s highlights – an impressive collection of achievements across multiple sports that showcase the dedication of students and staff alike.

“We are incredibly proud of what was accomplished by our hardworking HS athletic programs,” stated Coach Leader. “The success our students and coaches achieved in the highly competitive 3A/4A class was truly outstanding.”

Although space did not allow for listing every individual athlete or scholarship recipient, the breadth of awards and milestones speaks volumes about the direction and strength of the program.

— Track & Field

• 22nd Consecutive State Qualifier

• 3 boys relay teams qualified for State

• 2 individual boys qualified for State

• 2 individual girls qualified in 3 events — Cross Country

• 21st Consecutive Year as State Qualifier

• 2 State Qualifiers (Girls)

• Boys team received the Academic Achievement Award

• 1 meet championship title

• All-Star by Class runner (Girl) — Football

• 3rd Straight Playoff Appearance

• Hosted playoff game with 8-3 record

• Walker Cup Champions

• Single Season Rushing Record Broken • Career Passing Record Broken

• 12 All-District Honorees — Tennis

• Boys 1 & 2 Singles: Regional Qualifiers

• Boys 1 & 2 Doubles: Regional Medalists

• Girls 1 Singles: Regional Runner-Up, 4th at State

• Girls 2 Singles: Regional Runner-Up, 4th at State

• Girls 1 Doubles: Regional Champions & State Qualifiers

• Girls 2 Doubles: State Qualifiers

• Girls Team: Regional Runner-Up, 4th at State

• All-State Girl Player

• 3 Tournament Championships (Girls)

• 3 Tournament Runner-Ups (Girls) — Wrestling

• 2 State Qualifiers

• 1 All-State Wrestler

• Single Season Win Record Broken

• Career Wins Record Broken — Powerlifting

• 4 Girls State Qualifiers

• 2 Boys State Qualifiers

• 4th Place at State (Girl & Boy) — Golf

• 8th Consecutive State Appearance (Girls)

• 2nd Consecutive 3A Girls Academic State Championship

• Conference Champions (Girls & Boys)

• 3 Girls Tournament Championships

• Individual Boys Conference Champion — Boys Basketball

• 2 Tournament Championships

• District Champions

• Regional Runner-Up

• Area Finals Appearance

• Conference MVP Honoree

• Native All-State Player — Baseball

• 3 All-District 1st Team Honorees

• 2 All-District 2nd Team Honorees — Fastpitch Softball

• 4 All-District Honorees — Slowpitch Softball

• 3 All-District Honorees – These highlights only scratch the surface of the success HHS athletics achieved this year. Many programs experienced growth that cannot be measured in awards, and while a full list of college-bound student-athletes couldn’t be included this time, their accomplishments will certainly be celebrated individually.

Ahead of the 2025-26 season, the Henryetta Knights community applauds these tremendous achievements and looks ahead with optimism. With strong leadership, talent, and a winning culture, the future is bright for HHS athletics.

Go Knights!

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