Volunteer at the State Tournament

Join us at the 16th Annual OBOB State Tournament!

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2025

Location: Chemeketa Community College – 4000 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem, OR 97305

You’re invited to be part of the 16th Annual Oregon Battle of the Books State Tournament!

Our State planning team are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to fill the following roles that are vital to creating a smooth and memorable experience for our student participants.

  • Moderators
  • Scorekeepers
  • Timekeepers

Tentative Schedule

Elementary Division

  • 8:30–9:30 AM: Mandatory in-person training

  • 9:45 AM–12:00 PM: Pool Play

  • 12:00–3:00 PM: Bracket Play

Middle & High School Divisions

  • 9:45–10:45 AM: Mandatory in-person training

  • 11:00 AM–1:15 PM: Pool Play

  • 2:30–4:00 PM: Bracket Play

To volunteer:

  • Complete a Volunteer Form by February 10th: HERE

  • Invite others! Know someone reliable (age 15+) who might enjoy volunteering as a Scorekeeper/Timekeeper? Share the link to this page to get them started.

OBOB is a volunteer-run, community-driven program. Your support helps make OBOB a success for students across Oregon. Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute your time and talents!


Questions? Valerie Harris Assistant Manager of Volunteers, 2025 OBOB State Tournament obobstatevolsast@gmail.com

OBOB is a volunteer-run organization, partially funded by LSTA through the State Library of Oregon. Learn more at oregonbattleofthebooks.org