Ozark Advances to Class 4A State Quarterfinals

Defeats Forrest City in hard-fought victory

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

The Ozark boys basketball team secured a spot in the Class 4A state quarterfinals after defeating Forrest City in a close game on Thursday afternoon. The teams traded leads early on, but Ozark was ultimately able to pull away for the victory.

Why it matters

Ozark's win marks their advancement to the state quarterfinals, a significant achievement for the team and community. The game showcased the competitive nature of Arkansas high school basketball, with two evenly matched teams battling it out for a chance to continue their postseason run.

The details

Ozark gained early leads in the game, but Forrest City was quick to respond and tie things up. The teams remained neck-and-neck throughout much of the contest, but Ozark was eventually able to pull away and secure the victory, punching their ticket to the state quarterfinals.

  • The game took place on Thursday, March 6, 2026.

The players

Ozark

The Ozark High School boys basketball team, competing in the Class 4A state tournament.

Forrest City

The Forrest City High School boys basketball team, Ozark's opponent in the state tournament game.

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What’s next

Ozark will now advance to the Class 4A state quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of another regional matchup.

The takeaway

Ozark's hard-fought victory over Forrest City showcases the competitive spirit and talent of Arkansas high school basketball, as two evenly matched teams battled it out for a chance to continue their postseason run.