Athletics
OzarkAthletics
At Ozark Adventist Academy, our athletics program is designed to mold character, foster teamwork, and encourage persevering effort. Student-athletes learn to rely on one another, give their best every day, and grow through challenges. Our coaches mentor students to value teamwork over individual honor and to understand that true success is found in how we treat each other and the person we become more than in the win and losses column. Ozark Adventist Academy's athletic program offers boys' varsity basketball, girls' varsity basketball, boys’ varsity soccer, girls’ varsity volleyball, and a coed gymnastics team. If you have any questions about our athletic department, please contact our Athletic Director, Ryan Gil.
- We offer varsity soccer, varsity basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics.
- We have an optional intramural program open to all students.
- There are additional opportunities for student participation from media to stats.
"The measure of a successful athletic program is found in the growth of the character of our athletes."
Athletic Schedule
Ozark Adventist Academy joined the Heartland Athletic Association in 2023. The Association doesn't set Ozark's game schedule but it gives Ozark the opportunity to schedule their own games with participating schools. It also gives OAA the opportunity to participate in association tournaments.
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Anthem Classical vs. Skyhawks Basketball (Boys Only) | Tuesday, January 6, at 6:30 p.m. (HOME) |
| Skyhawk Basketball @ Union Christian | Thursday, January 8, at 6:00 p.m. (AWAY) |
| Skyhawk Basketball @ Flaming Arrows | Tuesday, January 13, at 5:30 p.m. (AWAY) |
| Skyhawk Basketball @ Fayetteville Christian (Boys Only) | Tuesday, January 20, at 6:30 p.m. (AWAY) |
| SWAU Hoops Classic | January 21–26 at Southwestern Adventist University |
| Skyhawks Basketball vs. Hornets (Boys Only) | Tuesday, January 27, at 6:00 p.m. (HOME) |
Game Footage
Recorded footage from some of Ozark Adventist Academy's athletic games and events throughout the 2025–2026 school year. SWIPE TO THE RIGHT to see additional game footage
Skyhawks vs. Anthem Classical
January 6, 2026
OAA's boys Skyhawk basketball team took on Anthem Classical January 6, 2026. The full game was recorded and is available to watch on YouTube.
Skyhawks vs. Fayetteville Christian
November 11, 2025
For those who missed Tuesday night's basketball game against Fayetteville Christian, the full replay is available here.
Ladyhawks vs. The New School
October 14, 2025
Catch a rematch between OAA's Ladyhawks and The New School on October 14th.
Ladyhawks vs. The New School
September 16, 2025
Catch the full game as OAA’s Ladyhawks take on The New School. The recording and graphics were done by one of our OAA students.
GraceClass of 2028I love gymnastics and playing volleyball during rec or P.E.
AlexaClass of 2028I enjoy the sports, especially volleyball, basketball, and gymnastics.
PWAClass of 2028I really like watching home games at OAA, it’s always awesome.
SamClass of 2028I enjoy the sports, especially soccer. I have met wonderful people.
Luke Class of 2026I enjoy the physical activities, such as gymnastics and basketball.
Photo Gallery
SWIPE TO THE RIGHT to see more photo galleries from some of the games and athletic events during the 2025-2026 school year.
Skyhawks vs. Union Christian
January 8, 2026
OAA took on Union Christian in Fort Smith. The outcome didn’t go our way, but our teams played hard and kept competing.
Skyhawks vs. Anthem Classical
December 4, 2025
Photos from Thursday night's 61-38 win over Anthem Classical. Thank you to everyone who donated Teddy Bears for our annual Teddy Bear Toss.
Skyhawks vs. Rogers Charter
October 28, 2025
A strong start to the season! The Skyhawks opened with a 53 to 40 win against Rogers Charter on Tuesday, October 28th.
Ladyhawk Volleyball vs. Alumni
October 11, 2025
A look back at Alumni Weekend! The Ladyhawks defeated the alumni on October 11. Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate and reconnect.
Skyhawks Basketball vs. Alumni
October 11, 2025
The alumni beat the Skyhawks Saturday night, but it was great to have some of our former students and players back home on the court!
Ladyhawks vs. The New School
September 16, 2025
Ozark Adventist Academy's Ladyhawks volleyball team came focused Tuesday night, defeating The New School in straight sets!
Skyhawk Soccer vs. NWA Hornets
September 4, 2025
OAA's Skyhawk soccer team played a scrimmage game against the NWA Hornets on Tuesday evening. The Skyhawks won the game 5 to 3.
Skyhawk Soccer Tryouts
August 13, 2025
The season kicked off with an energetic first day of tryouts! Players are working hard to earn a place on the roster.
Tournaments and Trips
Ozark’s basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics teams participate in a variety of games and tours throughout the year. However, these are three of the larger trips in which students involved in athletics have the opportunity to participate.
Union Tournament
Lincoln
, NebraskaGirls' volleyball and boys' soccer teams from Adventist high schools around the country travel to Union Adventist University for their Fall Tournament. Teams will participate in multiple games on Thursday and Friday to determine seeding for Saturday night's championship games.
Learn MoreAcrofest
Universities
Gymnastics teams from across the country travel to a designated Adventist university to participate in gymnastics clinics. Acrofest is held at a different Adventist university each year (2025 Acrofest is at SAU). The event culminates with the Acrofest Joint Show after sundown on Saturday night.
Learn MoreSWAU Hoops Classic
Keene
, TexasApproximately 25 to 30 men's teams, and 15 to 20 women's teams travel to Southwestern Adventist University for their annual Hoops Classic basketball tournament. Ozark's men's team is in the Pacific Division and Ozark's women's team is in the Eastern Division.
Learn More2025 Athletic Awards
The OAA Athletic Awards Banquet in April is a celebration of more than goals, points, and saves—it’s a tribute to the spirit behind them. Recipients of honors such as MVP, Teammate of the Year, Heart of a Lion, and Ms. Ladyhawk are chosen for a powerful combination of athletic achievement and moral character. These awards spotlight individuals who have elevated their teams through effort, humility, and support, modeling what it means to be a Skyhawk and Ladyhawk in both competition and daily life.
Athletic Fees
To help cover the costs of uniforms and travel expenses, there are additional fees for students involved in gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, and soccer.
Pay Fees