The Oklahoma high school basketball championships have moved to the new OG&E Coliseum, marking a new era for high school sports in Oklahoma. The new arena replaces the old GYM Arena, which was host of the OSSAA State Championship BASKETBALL Tournament for decades. While some fans are excited about the new facility, others are eager to see it as a more welcoming venue for future events. The move marks the debut of the new arena and the transition of the Jim Norick Arena into a new arena. The OSAAA director, Brian Lester OSSCoach Spruell, acknowledged the initial apprehension surrounding the move but emphasized the improvements in attendance.