OHSAA Tournament

University of Findlay Alumni & Friends

OHSAA Division V Semifinal Breakfast & Suite Experience

Join fellow Oilers for a special morning of connection, recognition, and championship basketball at the University of Dayton Arena during the 2026 OHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournament.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, March 20, 2025
  • Breakfast Begins: 9:00 a.m.
  • Game Time: 10:45 a.m. (Division V Semifinal)
  • Location: University of Dayton Arena, Dayton, Ohio
  • Cost: $30 per person (Includes breakfast and game ticket)

Suite location details will be shared with registered guests prior to the event.

Special Recognition

During the morning program, we will recognize the 2026 recipient of the Dr. James Houdeshell Excellence in Coaching Award — Mark Ritzler ’96.

Mark is a proud University of Findlay alumnus and former Oiler football student-athlete. After graduating from Findlay, he dedicated his career to education and coaching in our community.

From 2006 through 2019, he served as head football coach at Findlay High School, compiling a 74–68 record over 14 seasons and becoming the program’s all-time winningest head football coach.

In 2011, after leading the Trojans to a 10–2 record and a regional semifinal appearance, Mark was named the AP Division 1 State Coach of the Year.  In he was named 2012 Northwest Ohio Coach of the Year, and during his tenure was recognized with multiple league coach of the year honors.

Special Guest

We are also pleased to share that University of Findlay Head Football Coach Tyler Johns will be in attendance.

Coach Johns looks forward to connecting with alumni and friends as he begins his leadership of Oiler Football.

Why Attend?

  • Connect with fellow University of Findlay alumni and friends
  • Enjoy a hosted breakfast in a private suite setting
  • Celebrate Oiler excellence in coaching
  • Experience the excitement of state tournament basketball

Registration

Space is limited and expected to fill quickly.

Registration includes breakfast reception, suite access, and game ticket.

Registration Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026

Questions?

Lee Ann Ireland
Director, Wolfe Center for Alumni, Family, and Friends
[email protected] | (419) 434-4589

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Friday March 20
9:00 AM
Friday, March 20, 2026 | University of Dayton Arena
Breakfast | 9:00 a.m.
Game Time | 10:45 a.m.
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This event is sold out. Questions? Please contact the Wolfe Center for Alumni, Family, and Friends, [email protected] or 419-434-4589.
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