Guymon Course Selected to Host Girls 2A Regional Tournament

Sunset Hills Golf Course in Guymon was selected on Jan. 4, 2026 to host the Girls 2A Regional Tournament, scheduled for April 20, 2026. Grounds Supervisor Matthew LaGrange noted the significance for the community, saying '...Sunset Hills has not hosted a tournament like this in almost ten years.' The event will bring student-athletes, coaches, families, and spectators to Texas County for a day of competition and community activity.

Regional tournaments offer more than athletic competition. For local residents, hosting reduces travel time and expense for families and small schools in the 2A classification, which typically includes smaller, rural programs. Having the tournament in Guymon may improve access to postseason play for girls who face greater travel barriers and fewer local opportunities compared with students in larger districts. That access supports physical activity and social development at a critical adolescent stage, both important public health priorities.

The tournament also presents economic and logistical effects for the wider community. Local businesses that serve visitors - restaurants, retailers, and lodging providers - can expect increased activity around the tournament date. City and county officials, school administrators, and Sunset Hills staff will need to coordinate parking, traffic control, volunteer staffing, and waste management to accommodate the influx of guests while maintaining daily operations for residents.

Public safety and healthcare readiness are direct community concerns. Athletic events bring a predictable risk of acute injuries and an increased need for first aid, emergency medical response, and heat- and hydration-related care for athletes and spectators. Local clinics, emergency medical services, and school athletic trainers will be key partners in event planning. Ensuring clear emergency access, on-site first aid stations, and protocols for transporting injured participants to care will protect both visitors and residents.

There is also an equity dimension: hosting a girls regional tournament locally can help address disparities in athletic opportunities for rural youth. Community leaders can use the event to highlight support for girls' sports, encourage volunteer engagement, and invest in facility accessibility to serve future events and everyday recreation.

As Guymon prepares for April 20, 2026, the tournament offers a chance to showcase Sunset Hills and to strengthen community ties around youth sports while prompting needed attention to health, safety, and equitable access for athletes across Texas County.