High school girls basketball: Top 10 playoff games to watch this weekend on the NFHS Network

State final and semifinal contests in Texas, Illinois, Alabama and Arizona are among the must-see games.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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MaxPreps News highlights 10 of the top high school girls basketball playoff matchups happening this weekend across multiple states and classifications. The games feature teams ranked in the MaxPreps Top 25 as well as highly-anticipated state-level showdowns, with all games available to watch on the NFHS Network.

Why it matters

The high school girls basketball postseason is reaching its climax, with state champions set to be crowned in 10 different states this weekend. These games showcase the top talent in the country, with several players committed to Division I programs, and provide an opportunity for teams to cement their legacies and bring home state titles.

The details

The weekend's slate includes the Alabama Class 7A and 6A state championship games, the Texas Conference 5A Division 1 and 6A Division 1 state title matchups, and other must-see playoff games in Arizona. Highlights include the Bob Jones vs. Hoover/Bryant winner in Alabama 7A, Hazel Green vs. Park Crossing in Alabama 6A, Ryan vs. Glenn in Texas 5A Division 1, and Flower Mound vs. defending champion Summer Creek in Texas 6A Division 1.

  • The Alabama Class 7A state championship game is at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
  • The Alabama Class 6A state championship game is at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.
  • The Texas Conference 5A Division 1 state championship game is at 11 a.m. on Saturday.
  • The Texas Conference 6A Division 1 state championship game is at 5 p.m. on Saturday.

The players

Kinley Lewis

A James Madison signee who leads No. 24 Ryan in their search for a UIL Conference 5A Division 1 title.

Ella Watts

Scored 29 points to help Bob Jones punch its ticket to the Alabama Class 7A state championship game.

Ja'kyah Smith

Added 24 points for Bob Jones in their Alabama Class 7A semifinal win over Auburn.

Madi-Marie Grayson

One of the sisters leading Bryant in its first-ever final four appearance in Alabama Class 7A.

Mari-Margret Grayson

The other sister leading Bryant in its first-ever final four appearance in Alabama Class 7A.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This weekend's high school girls basketball playoff action showcases the top talent in the country, with several players committed to Division I programs and teams vying for state championships. The games provide an opportunity for teams to cement their legacies and bring home titles in front of a national audience on the NFHS Network.