It's time to rally behind the best of the best in Oklahoma City-area high school sports! The Oklahoman's Homeland Team of the Week poll for May 4-10 is now open for voting, and we've got five incredible squads vying for the crown. Last week's winner was Oklahoma Christian Academy boys golf, but this week's lineup is stacked with state champions and history-makers. Get your votes in now!
Let's break down the contenders who left it all on the field, court, and track this past week:
Calumet Baseball – The Chieftains finally broke through in a big way. After falling to Fort Cobb-Broxton in the Class B championship game for two straight years, Calumet flipped the script with a 7-3 victory to claim their first spring title in program history. Persistence pays off, and this team proved it.
Okarche Baseball – Dominance doesn't even begin to describe the Warriors' run. Winning their first spring championship in Class A-I, Okarche outscored opponents a staggering 30-3 across three state tournament games. That's a statement performance that will be remembered for years.
Heritage Hall Girls Tennis – The Chargers swept the doubles competitions at the 5A state tournament with flair. Leila Williams and Tokara Henderson took the No. 1 title with a 6-3, 6-1 win over Tulsa Booker T. Washington, while Hattie Bradford and Eloise Nasr shut down Tulsa Kelley's duo 6-0, 6-1 in the No. 2 final. Precision and teamwork at its finest.
Mustang Softball – History was made in the Class 6A state championship. Mustang capped a perfect 35-0 season by crushing Choctaw 36-3, setting a new record for the highest scoring output ever in a 6A title game. This team didn't just win—they rewrote the record books.
Washington Girls Track and Field – Talk about a double dose of excellence. Just days after winning a 5A slowpitch softball title, the Warriors stormed to a 3A state track and field championship with 130 points. From the field to the track, this squad showed unmatched versatility and grit.
Cast your vote now at oklahoman.com and help decide which of these phenomenal teams takes home the Homeland Team of the Week honor. Whether you're cheering for baseball heroes, tennis aces, softball sluggers, or track stars, this is your chance to show your school pride!