Jan. 25—After a season when he piled up nearly 1,000 receiving yards and was one of the top defensive backs in Class 4A, Ada senior Deante Lindsay was selected as a part of the 2025 Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State football teams.
Lindsay is listed as one of five wide receivers on the OCA All-State East team. He became the 107th All-State Cougar football player.
“Deante’s achievement of making All-State is a testament to his hard work, talent, and dedication both on and off the field. It’s an honor that reflects his commitment to excellence and his impact on his team this season,” Ada head coach Wade Boyles told The Ada News.
Lindsay, who is already enrolled at Texas Tech where he’ll participate in spring football practices with the Red Raider ahead of his freshman campaign with the Big 12 team, hauled in 54 catches for 987 yards and 11 touchdowns during Ada’s 2024 campaign. He also had 40 tackles, an interception and a memorable fumble return for a touchdown while roaming the AHS secondary.
The All-State game is set for 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Crain Family Stadium at Oklahoma Baptist University. Pregame festivities begin at 6:15 p.m.
Former Tulsa Union head coach Kirk Fridrich was selected to coach the East team with Josh Presley of Stroud, Travis Bryant of Wagoner and Bob Underwood of Seminole as assistants.
Roger Hoeltzel of Fairview was chosen to coach the West team with Chalmer Wyatt of Elgin, Keith Garrett of Sulphur and Chris Paddlety of Edmond Santa Fe as assistants.
Members of the 2025 OCA East All-State roster include:
OFFENSE
Quarterbacks: Jamarian Ficklin, Muskogee; Kale Charboneau, Wagoner; Cale Marley, Rejoice Christian; Trey Bennett, Woodland
Running Backs: Dawson Fullingim, Lincoln Christian; Malachi Henderson, Holdenville; Kason Presley, Stroud; Isaac Drake, Weleetka
Wide Receivers: Deon Franklin, Tulsa Nathan Hale; Deante Lindsay, ADA; Elijah Thomas, Checotah; Matrail Lopez, Idabel; Ryan Grayson, Beggs
Offensive Line: Jesse Jones Jr., Union; Michael Cruz, Cushing; Quaid Girdner, Sallisaw; Carson Luna, Eufaula; Trenton Brixey, Jay; Jake Campbell, Metro Christian
DEFENSE
Defensive Line: Lance Fish, Sand Springs; Chris Goodman, Collinsville; Alex Shiieldnight, Wagoner; Khaleeal Penn, Colcord; D.K. Kennedy, Woodland
Linebackers: Cooper Parker, Bixby; Sam Stone, Jenks; Athan Nickles, Stillwater; Caleb Cantrell, Pryor; Landon Gilbreath, Claremore Sequoyah; Maverick Gunn, Rejoice Christian; Naea Crobin, Dewar
Defensive Backs: Brooks Dixon, Bixby; Riker Ogg, Owasso; J.T. Fridrich, Union; Isaac Oliphant, Bishop Kelley; Kaeden Goodman, Metro Christian; Dontre Garfield. Seminole
Members of the 2025 OCA West All-State roster include:
OFFENSE
Quarterbacks: Grady Adamson, Deer Creek; Jax Bernard, Fairview; Tres Lorah, Elgin
Running Backs: Demarius Robinson, Edmond Santa Fe; Zaedon Collins, Clinton; Caden Knighten, Pauls Valley; Felix Teal, Laverne
Wide Receivers: Juju Smith, Choctaw; Xzavier Thompson, Millwood; Wyatt Geissler, Bethany; Brayson Carter, Blanchard
Tight Ends: Nate Roberts, Washington; Jon Grimmett, Pauls Valley; Peyton Parker, Hooker
Offensive Line: Jalen Covington, Edmond Santa Fe; Nick House, Bishop McGuinness; Joe Warner, Lawton MacArthur; Damonte Jones, Midwest City; Jaxon Allison, Hobart; Rhett Nunley, Hooker
ATH:{/em} Brady McAdoo, Tuttle
DEFENSE
Defensive Line:{/em} Justus Gilliam, Sulphur; Louie Jones, Mustang; Garrison Utley, Norman North; Tay Johnson, Del City; Wyatt Fielding, Davis
Linebackers: Marcus James, Carl Albert; Austin Garrett, Sulphur; Colyn Donnelly, Elgin; Lantz Mathers, Alva; Brady Brewer, Deer Creek
Defensive Backs: Mykel Ford, Putnam City; Deontra Dukes, Carl Albert; Rhett Zimmerman, Norman North; Aiden Vaughn, Lawton MacArthur; Coric Pierce, Blanchard; Ford Smith, Covington-Douglas
Ada Offensive Coordinator honored
The Oklahoma Football Coaches Association has named Ada assistant coach Joe Foster as one of its 2024 Top 35 Coaches under 35.
The OFBCA said in a press release that “35 under 35 was established to identify and develop, future leaders in our profession.”
“Coach Foster being recognized by the Oklahoma Football Coaches Association as one of the top 35 coaches under 35 is a well-deserved honor. It highlights his knowledge, passion for the game, and ability to inspire his players,” said Ada head coach Wade Boyles. “Both achievements (including Lindsay’s All-State selection) are a proud moment for this program and our community,”
Selected Top 35 Coaches under 35 participants will be introduced at the OCA Summer Clinic and invited to attend select meetings at the OFBCA Winter Clinic.
