ScissorTail Event is the Oklahoma State Championship

The 2023 ScissorTail Invitational was held June 22-25 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma with two flights participating in the American Six Wicket event.

Conner Helms took first place in Championship Flight, with Matt Baird taking second place and Britt Ruby claiming third. In First Flight, Dale Jordan claimed first place with Carl Archiniaco in second and Suzanne Spradling taking third place.

It was my first year to participate in the tournament, but my second time at the venue. Unfortunately, I had to withdraw on day one due to a family emergency, which left the Championship Flight with just five players. I had planned to provide daily player reports from the event, but I do have a photo gallery from day one.

During my brief time on the courts, they certainly presented challenges with firm hoops, some slope, fast hoop approaches and good lawn speed overall. The club, courts and setting overall is beautiful and a wonderful backdrop for croquet.