The stage is set for the brightest stars of Oklahoma City's winter high school sports scene. The 2025-26 OKC Metro High School Sports Awards, presented by Landmark Fine Homes, have officially unveiled the player of the year nominees for the winter season, recognizing exceptional talent across the court and the mat.

These standout athletes will be celebrated at a live show on June 11th at the Young Family Athletic Center, where the ultimate winners in each sport will be crowned. The event promises to be a thrilling culmination of the school year, also honoring fall and spring nominees and announcing premier awards like Boys & Girls Athlete of the Year and Coach of the Year.

In a fantastic opportunity for the local sports community, tickets to the show are free for all attendees this year, courtesy of the Young Family Athletic Center. Nominated athletes who RSVP will receive complimentary tickets through event sponsors, making it easier than ever to support these young competitors.

The nominees represent the future of Oklahoma athletics. From seasoned seniors to impressive sophomores, here are the winter athletes in the running for player of the year honors:

N’Kiyah Burge, Frederick A Douglass High School, SR

Da'Nae Jefferson, Putnam City North High School, SR

Justice Woods, Frederick A Douglass High School, SO

Xander Applegate, Putnam City North High School, SO

John Nguyen, Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School, SR

Dyanelis Hernandez Silva, Edmond Santa Fe High School, SO

Camryn Kanaly, Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School, SO