Class 6A Girls Basketball: Previewing the 2026 Oklahoma State Tournament

Eight teams vie for the state championship in Oklahoma's top high school girls basketball class

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The 2026 Oklahoma high school basketball Class 6A girls state tournament is set for March 12-14. The tournament features eight teams with a mix of experienced programs and rising contenders, including defending champion Putnam North, who are ranked nationally. The tournament schedule and matchups are outlined, setting the stage for an exciting championship showdown.

Why it matters

The Class 6A girls basketball state tournament is the premier event in Oklahoma high school basketball, showcasing the top talent in the state's largest classification. With several teams having won multiple state titles, the tournament promises high-level competition and a chance for new champions to emerge.

The details

The eight teams competing in the 2026 Class 6A girls basketball state tournament are: Putnam North, Edmond North, Choctaw, Bixby, Mustang, Bartlesville, Muskogee, and Westmoore. Putnam North enters as the defending champions and a nationally ranked program, while other contenders like Choctaw and Mustang have multiple titles in their history. The tournament begins on March 12 with four quarterfinal matchups, followed by the semifinals on March 13 and the championship game on March 14.

  • The 2026 Class 6A girls basketball state tournament is set for March 12-14.
  • The quarterfinal games will be played on March 12 at the Lloyd Noble Center.
  • The semifinal games will be held on March 13 at Carl Albert High School.
  • The championship game is scheduled for March 14 at the OG&E Coliseum.

The players

Putnam North

The defending Class 6A champions and a nationally ranked program, Putnam North is led by a talented starting lineup and seeking to repeat as titleholders.

Edmond North

A perennial contender in Class 6A, Edmond North is making its 29th state tournament appearance with a veteran-laden roster.

Choctaw

A two-time state champion, Choctaw is making its eighth tournament appearance as it looks to add to its title collection.

Bixby

Bixby is making its fifth state tournament appearance, seeking its first Class 6A championship.

Mustang

Mustang has won four state titles and is making its 15th tournament appearance, aiming to claim another championship.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“The Class 6A girls basketball state tournament is the premier event in Oklahoma high school basketball, showcasing the top talent in the state's largest classification.”

— Nick Sardis, Reporter (The Oklahoman)

What’s next

The quarterfinal games on March 12 will determine the semifinal matchups, setting the stage for the championship game on March 14 at the OG&E Coliseum.

The takeaway

The 2026 Class 6A girls basketball state tournament features a mix of experienced programs and rising contenders, promising an exciting championship chase as teams vie for the coveted title in Oklahoma's top high school basketball class.