The Indiana High School Athletic Association unveiled the pairings for the girls basketball semi-state tournament on Sunday, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend of competition. Several teams from the region secured their spots after winning regional championships on Saturday, and now face a challenging path to the state finals. The semi-state round, scheduled for next Saturday, February 21st, will feature two semifinal games followed by a championship game at each of the four host sites. Understanding the regional results is key to understanding the stakes as these teams advance.
The pairings were determined by a lottery-style draw, adding an element of unpredictability to the matchups. Six teams with local ties will be competing: Northridge (Class 4A), Culver Academies (3A), Fairfield (3A), Bremen (2A), Whitko (2A), and Elkhart Christian (1A). Fans eager to follow their favorite teams will discover a full schedule of games across four different classes, with all times listed as Eastern.
Class 4A Semi-State at LaPorte
At LaPorte, Northridge (20-7) will face McCutcheon (22-5) in the first semifinal, scheduled for 11 a.m. Following that, Crown Point (23-4) will battle Norwell (23-4) at 1 p.m. The winners of these two contests will meet later that evening at 9 p.m. To determine the Class 4A representative in the state championship game. Northridge’s strong record and regional win position them as a team to watch in this bracket.
Class 3A Semi-State at Logansport
Logansport will host the Class 3A semi-state, featuring a matchup between Bellmont (22-3) and Culver Academies (22-5) at 10 a.m. The second semifinal will pit Connersville (20-7) against Fairfield (20-6) at noon. The championship game, determining who advances to the state finals, is set for 8 p.m. Both Culver Academies and Fairfield represent local schools hoping to make a deep run in the tournament.
Class 2A Semi-State at Frankfort
Frankfort will be the site for the Class 2A semi-state. Bremen (23-2) will take on Lapel (22-4) at 10 a.m., while Whitko (25-1) will face Oak Hill (22-3) at noon. The championship game is scheduled for 8 p.m. Whitko’s impressive 25-1 record makes them a strong contender in this class. Bremen also enters the semi-state with a notable 23-2 record.
Class 1A Semi-State at Huntington North
Huntington North will host the Class 1A semi-state, with Elkhart Christian (22-4) facing North Miami (18-8) at 10 a.m. Fremont (26-2) will then play Monroe Central (21-2) at noon. The Class 1A championship game will conclude the day at 8 p.m. Elkhart Christian’s participation adds local interest to this bracket.
Additional Semi-State Matchups
Beyond the games involving local teams, several other compelling matchups will take place across the state. At Jasper, in Class 4A, Floyd Central (23-3) will play Lawrence Central (21-4) at 10 a.m., followed by Center Grove (26-0) against Evansville Reitz (21-2) at noon, with the championship at 8 p.m. Southport will host the Class 3A semi-state, with Washington (22-4) versus Jennings County (19-6) at 10 a.m. And Northview (20-6) against Roncalli (25-3) at noon, culminating in an 8 p.m. Championship. Greencastle will host Class 2A, featuring Heritage Christian (19-8) versus Parke Heritage (19-7) at 10 a.m. And Eastern (Pekin) (18-7) against North Knox (19-6) at noon, with the championship at 8 p.m. Finally, Charlestown will host Class 1A, with Evansville Christian (19-6) playing Borden (22-4) at 10 a.m. And Greenwood Christian (16-10) against Tindley (17-5) at noon, finishing with an 8 p.m. Championship.
The Indiana High School Athletic Association’s semi-state tournament promises a weekend of exciting basketball action. Fans can follow the progress of their favorite teams as they compete for a chance to reach the state finals. The outcomes of these games will determine which schools will advance to represent their classes in the ultimate championship showdown. For the latest updates and complete bracket information, visit the WNDU news website.
The next step for these teams is preparation for their semi-state matchups next Saturday. Fans are encouraged to come out and support their local schools as they compete for a place in the state finals. Share your thoughts on the pairings and predictions for the games in the comments below.
