Lady Tigers set up area title showdown with Cullman

Hartselle High School girls basketball team advances to championship game

Apr. 15, 2026 at 4:02pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a girls basketball game, with the players and court rendered in a fragmented, abstract style.The area championship matchup between Hartselle and Cullman promises an intense, high-stakes battle on the hardwood.Hartselle Today

The Hartselle High School girls basketball team has secured a spot in the area championship game after a hard-fought victory. The Lady Tigers will now face off against rival Cullman High School for the title.

Why it matters

This matchup between Hartselle and Cullman is a highly anticipated event, as the two teams have a long-standing rivalry in girls basketball. The winner of this game will claim the area championship and earn an automatic bid to the state tournament.

The details

Hartselle defeated a tough opponent in the area semifinals to advance to the championship game. The Lady Tigers used a balanced scoring attack and stifling defense to secure the victory and set up the showdown with Cullman.

  • The area championship game will be played on April 20, 2026.
  • Hartselle defeated their semifinal opponent on April 15, 2026.

The players

Hartselle High School

The girls basketball team from Hartselle High School, a public school located in Hartselle, Alabama.

Cullman High School

The girls basketball team from Cullman High School, a public school located in Cullman, Alabama, and a long-time rival of Hartselle High School.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to have the opportunity to play for the area championship. Cullman is a tough opponent, but our team is ready for the challenge.”

— Coach Sarah Johnson, Head Coach, Hartselle High School Girls Basketball

What’s next

The winner of the Hartselle-Cullman area championship game will advance to the state tournament, which begins on April 25, 2026.

The takeaway

This matchup between Hartselle and Cullman is a highly anticipated event in the local sports community, as the two teams have a long-standing rivalry in girls basketball. The winner of this game will claim the area championship and earn an automatic bid to the state tournament, making it a must-see event for local fans.