2026 OSSAA 3A State Tournament Preview
May 13, 2026
With one of the deepest fields we've seen in 3A, we could see any of the eight teams making a deep run at a title this year. Between high-end talents at the front of many of the rotations and plenty of deep and talented lineups, we should be in for pitcher's duels, high scoring shootouts and everything in between as these squads battle it out for the State Championship. We'll break down each of the eight contenders, looking at their resumes to this point and highlighting some of the names you need to know from each team before the action begins.
Thursday's Games (at Norman North HS)
11:00 AM: Marlow vs Jones
1:30 PM: Lincoln Christian vs Oklahoma Christian School
4:00 PM: Silo vs Davis
6:30 PM: Dewey vs Washington
Marlow vs Jones
Marlow
OVERALL RECORD - 34-4
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 3-1 (W - Washington, Jones & Davis; L - Davis)
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Marlow was dominant for much of the year, winning their first 22 games against schools in Oklahoma before dropping back-to-back games to Sulphur and Davis for their only two in-state defeats on the year. The Outlaws ended the season atop their district with an 11-1 record, putting them in position to host in both regionals and areas, where they've cruised to a 5-0 record thus far in the postseason.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Hudson Morgan: 2026, INF/RHP (Oklahoma State)
Wyatt Osborn: 2026, OF (Uncommitted)
Clint Ladon: 2027, MIF (Uncommitted)
Jaxson Murray: 2027, OF (Western OK State JC)
Zimmer Offolter: 2028, OF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Landry Turpin: 2029, LHP/OF (Uncommitted)
Jackson Miller: 2027, C (Uncommitted)
Marlow finds themselves in a familiar spot as they return to the State Tournament once again after a runner-up finish last season. The Outlaws return the majority of the core of last year's team, led by Oklahoma State signee Hudson Morgan (2026). The senior has been a huge piece for Marlow this year as the ace of the staff as well as the leadoff hitter and everyday shortstop when he's not on the bump. The Outlaws' pitching depth has been strong as usual, with Landry Turpin (2029), Zimmer Offolter (2028) and Jaxson Murray (2027) all delivering big innings throughout the year alongside Morgan. That's not to discount the high-level production Marlow has gotten top-to-bottom from their talented lineup. The Outlaws' offense has tons of experience with upperclassmen like Morgan, Jackson Miller (2027) and Wyatt Osborn (2026) leading the charge at the top of the lineup. As they are most years, Marlow has the top-end talent and experience to make a deep run in the State Tournament, and have to be considered one of the favorites to be getting fitted for rings by the end of the week.
Jones
OVERALL RECORD - 24-15
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 0-3 (L - Lincoln Christian x2, Marlow)
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Jones ended the season 10-2 in district play, good for a second place finish and a hosting bid in regionals. The Longhorns started off 2-0 in their regional before dropping the potential clincher to Kellyville. However they would secure their spot in the next round with a 4-1 victory in the "if necessary" game. They would then go on the road to Metro Christian for areas, where they would take game one 6-4 before falling on a walk off in game two. The Longhorns' offense caught fire in the deciding matchup, as they punched their ticket to the State Tournament with a 15-7 win.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Jett Rogers: 2027, MIF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Jose Rojas: 2026, MIF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Luke DeBusk: 2026, C/1B (Uncommitted)
Jack Mendoza: 2026, 1B (Oklahoma Baptist Football)
Ace Guthery: 2029, OF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Nash Pinto: 2027, 3B/RHP (Uncommitted)
Drew Thomas: 2027, OF/RHP (Uncommitted)
The Longhorns return to the State Tournament for the second consecutive year, this time under the leadership of first year head coach Jared Price. Jones has proven to be a resiliant bunch, especially down the stretch, clinching both their regional and area wins in "If Necessary" win or go home matchups over Kellyville and Metro Christian. The Longhorns are led by a group of talented upperclassmen who will look to build on the experience they gained on the big stage last season. Jose Rojas (2026) and Jett Rogers (2027) have been the duo at the top of the rotation for Jones, and they'll be tasked with slowing down a talented Marlow lineup in round one. Nash Pinto (2027) has been a key piece for Jones both in the lineup where he's given them production in the heart of the order, as well as on the mound where he's thrown plenty of big innings for Jones this season. The lineup has been the heart of Jones' success for the majority of the season, and the Longhorns will look to guys like Luke Debusk (2026), Pinto, Rogers, Jack Mendoza (2026) and Ace Guthery (2029) to shine on the biggest stage if they are going to make a deep run this weekend.
Lincoln Christian vs Oklahoma Christian School
Lincoln Christian
OVERALL RECORD - 32-6
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 2-0 (W - Jones x2)
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Lincoln Christian comes into the State Tournament red hot, winners of 15 of their last 16 including a 13 game win streak before dropping game one in areas. The Bulldogs finished with an 11-1 mark in district play, securing their spot as hosts in regionals. After a 3-0 showing in regionals, Lincoln Christian faced some adversity in areas, dropping game one to Kingston 6-2. It was all Bulldogs in the next two games though, as they would secure a spot in state with a pair of wins 19-6 and 7-4.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Chandler Cozbey: 2026, LHP/OF (Northeastern State)
Aiden Hendren: 2028, MIF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Carter Hunter: 2027, RHP/INF (Uncommitted)
Carter Ricke: 2026, OF/RHP (Emporia State Football)
Major Brooks: 2029, OF/LHP (Uncommitted)
Beaux Brumble: 2028, MIF/RHP (Uncommitted)
The Bulldogs lineup features a mix of experienced upperclassmen with talented underclassmen who are already making a big impact early in their careers. Northeastern State commit Chandler Cozbey (2026) has been one of the leaders of this squad, commanding the outfield as the everyday center fielder while setting the table effectively all season out of the leadoff spot. The Bulldogs have gotten nice production throughout the lineup all season, with underclassmen like Aiden Hendren (2028), Major Brooks (2029) and Beaux Brumble (2028) all playing big roles early in their careers. On the mound, Lincoln Christian will turn to Carter Hunter (2027) as the the ace of the staff, while guys like Carter Ricke (2026), Cozbey and Hendren are all talented arms who give the Bulldogs the depth on the mound they'll need as they look to make a deep run in their first trip to state since 2022.
Oklahoma Christian School
OVERALL RECORD - 26-7
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 0-0
HOW THEY GOT HERE
The Saints cruised through district play this season, coming out on the other side unscathed with a 12-0 record. OCS has followed up an excellent regular season with a dominant run through the postseason to this point. Through five games, the Saints are outscoring their opponents 70-4, scoring double digits in every game and tossing shutouts in three of their five matchups.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Hudson Able: 2026, RHP/OF (UCO Football)
Warner Nield: 2027, RHP/OF (Uncommitted)
Spencer Stevens: 2026, MIF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Will Martin: 2027, INF (Uncommitted)
Lucas Stout: 2026, OF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Colby Karl: 2028, OF/1B (Uncommitted)
Kale Johnson: 2026, C/1B (Seminole State JC)
OCS returns to the big dance for the first time since 2023, led by a talented group of upperclassmen who have given the Saints quality production both on the mound and at the plate all season. Hudson Able (2026) and Warner Nield (2027) have been the duo leading the charge on the mound for OCS this season, and the pair is coming into the tournament red hot after each tossing complete games in their final regular season outings as well as both of their postseason starts. At the plate, the Saints have gotten big 2026 campaigns from the guys in the heart of their order like Lucas Stout (2026) and Spencer Stevens (2026), alongside both Able and Nield getting it done at the plate on top of their work on the bump.
Silo vs Davis
Silo
OVERALL RECORD - 31-6
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 0-0
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Silo is another team that cruised their way through the regular season, finishing with a 12-0 mark in district play to secure themselves a spot as a host in regionals and areas. After going 3-0 to sweep their regional by a combined score of 48-2, the Rebels found themselves in a pair of competitive games in the next round. Silo would ultimately go 2-0 in areas with a pair of wins over Sequoyah by final scores of 5-0 and 6-3.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Zane Sander: 2026, SS (Cowley JC)
Aiden McCarty: 2027, RHP/OF (Uncommitted)
Cannon Atwood: 2028, 1B/RHP (Uncommitted)
Blane Beauchamp: 2027, OF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Nolan Northcott: 2027, INF/RHP (Uncommitted)
The Rebels come into this year's State Tournament looking to make a run at their first championship since they jumped to 3A, and their first since their 2023 campaign was capped by a 6th consecutive state title. This year's rendition of Silo features a deep lineup full of upperclassmen who have both the experience and talent to be dangerous on the big stage. Cowley signee Zane Sander (2026) has been a key piece for the Rebels this season, getting it done at the top of the lineup while commanding the infield as the Rebels' everyday shortstop. Guys like Nolan Northcott (2027) and Cannon Atwood (2028) have been huge pieces both in the heart of the lineup for Silo as well as giving them some big innings on the mound. Aiden McCarty (2027) has been the ace of the staff, and is likely to be who the Rebels turn to game one.
Davis
OVERALL RECORD - 30-9
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 1-1 (W - Marlow; L - Marlow)
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Davis had a very strong season, finishing the year with a 10-2 mark in district play, including a series split with first place Marlow. The Wolves swept their way through regionals, narrowly earning themselves the opportunity to host in areas as the 8th ranked team. Davis would drop game one of areas in an extra innings thriller, before rallying to take the next two games over Chisholm to secure their spot in state.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Braxton Thompson: 2028, OF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Carson Green: 2028, C/RHP (Uncommitted)
Jaxon Wright: 2027, MIF (Uncommitted)
Gage Coppenbarger: 2026, MIF/RHP (Connors State JC)
Dax Owens: 2027, C/OF (Uncommitted)
Landon Gibson: 2027, 3B/RHP (Uncommitted)
For the first time in school history the Davis Wolves are making an appearance in the state tournament, and the Wolves will look to ride a talented group of juniors and sophomores to make some noise in their debut. Outside of their excellent 27 and 28 classes, the Wolves will look to Gage Coppenbarger (2026) to deliver a big performance once again, something he's proven more than capable of delivering with a CG shutout over one of the 3A favorites in Marlow. Braxton Thompson (2028) and Carson Green (2028) have delivered big innings on the mound for Davis as well this season and are trusted by the staff in high leverage spots. Dax Owens (2027) joins all of those guys as productive bats in a deep lineup for the Wolves which has seen tons of two-way production.
Dewey vs Washington
Dewey
OVERALL RECORD - 30-9
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 0-0
HOW THEY GOT HERE
Dewey put together a strong showing in the regular season, ending the year tied atop the district standings with Metro Christian at 10-2. After taking the first two games of the regional comfortably, the Bulldoggers found themselves in extra innings with a shot to win the regional on the line and would plate seven runs in the top of the 8th to secure the win. Going on the road to Stigler for areas, Dewey would drop game one 6-4 before taking games two and three to move on to state.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Nathan Sloan: 2026, OF/C (Uncommitted)
Jay Murguia: 2028, OF/LHP (Uncommitted)
Easton Davis: 2026, MIF (Northeastern State)
Lathe Griggs: 2026, RHP (Uncommitted)
Layne Gastel: 2026, MIF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Mason Snellgrove: 2028, INF/RHP (Uncommitted)
Parker Garrison: 2026, INF/C (Uncommitted)
The Dewey offense has been at the heart of their success this season, with the Bulldoggers plating double digit runs 20 times this year and eight or more runs in 26 games. Recent Northeasten State commit Easton Davis (2026) has been one of the core pieces of the lineup for Dewey, producing at a high level in the middle of the order alongside a talented group of senior bats including Nathan Sloan (2026), Layne Gastel (2026) and Parker Garrison (2026). Lathe Griggs (2026) has played a big role on the mound for the Bulldoggers, and Dewey will likely turn to him as they look to make a run in this year's tournament.
Washington
OVERALL RECORD - 30-7
RECORD AGAINST THE FIELD - 0-1 (L - Marlow)
HOW THEY GOT HERE
The Warriors faced little resistance as they charged their way to the district crown, going 12-0 in district play with their closest game ending with a final score of 8-0. Things got dicey in Regionals for the Warriors though, as they would drop a game on day one to Alva. However, they would come back the next day and secure the regional title with a 10-2 victory. Washington would host Victory Christian in areas, and game one saw the Conquerors plate four in the top of the 7th to send the game to extras before the Warriors would eventually walk it off in the 10th. Washington punched their ticket to state one game later with a 6-0 win.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Owen Andrews: 2026, RHP/INF (Murray State JC)
Liam Keltner: 2026, INF/RHP (Northwestern OK State)
LD Vinzant: 2027, INF (Uncommitted)
Jack Brady: 2028, OF (Uncommitted)
Jackson Mays: 2028, INF (Uncommitted)
Spencer Barton: 2026, RHP (Uncommitted)
Jackson Rico: 2026, OF/RHP (Southern Nazarene)
Stop us if you've heard this before but the Washington Warriors are one of the favorites to take home the state title this year. After completing the four-peat last season, the Warriors return a large chunk of their production from the 2025 team and are looking to make it five championships in a row. Washington has been led on the mound by Owen Andrews (2026), but has gotten high-level production deep into the rotation from Spencer Barton (2026), Jackson Mays (2028), LD Vinzant (2027) and Liam Keltner (2026). There's no shortage of bats with the ability to do damage for the Warriors either, where they add talented hitters like Jackson Rico (2026) and Jack Brady (2028) on top of two-way standouts like Andrews, Mays and Keltner.
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