osaa

OSAA, the Oregon School Activities Association, is the governing body for interscholastic activities in Oregon high schools. It administers state championships and regulates competition across a broad range of athletics and activities, including football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, track and field, wrestling, golf, tennis, swimming, volleyball, as well as music, debate, drama, and speech events. The organization establishes eligibility rules, classification structures, and postseason formats, and it sets standards for practice, safety, transfers, and conduct.

Member schools are placed into classifications largely by enrollment, typically spanning 1A through 6A, with periodic realignment to reflect changes in school size. OSAA organizes district and regional tournaments that determine berths to the state championships and works with coaches associations, officials, and school administrators to promote fair competition and safe participation.

OSAA is governed by a board of directors principally composed of high school principals and district administrators from member schools. A professional staff handles day-to-day operations, including scheduling, eligibility compliance, officiating, and event management. The organization is headquartered in Oregon and coordinates with state education authorities and other athletic associations to align with student welfare and academic goals. OSAA maintains records of championships, season results, and standings on its official website and publishes rules and guidelines for schools and participants.