Hoover Girls Basketball Advances to 8th Straight Title Game

Lady Bucs dominate Alma Bryant in AHSAA Final Four matchup

Mar. 5, 2026 at 9:09pm

The Hoover High School girls basketball team cruised to a 33-point second quarter lead and went on to defeat Alma Bryant 72-49 in the AHSAA Final Four, advancing to their 8th consecutive Class 7A state championship game.

Why it matters

Hoover's girls basketball program has established itself as a dominant force in Alabama, making the state title game for 8 straight years. This continued success highlights the strength of the program and its ability to reload year after year with talented players.

The details

After only leading by 3 points after the first quarter, Hoover exploded for a 33-point second quarter to take a 23-point lead into halftime. The Lady Bucs then maintained their comfortable advantage in the second half to secure the victory and a spot in the Class 7A state championship game.

  • The game was played on March 5, 2026 in the AHSAA Final Four.

The players

Hoover High School

A public high school located in Hoover, Alabama that has established itself as a dominant force in girls basketball, making the state title game for 8 consecutive years.

Alma Bryant High School

A public high school located in Irvington, Alabama that was defeated by Hoover in the AHSAA Final Four matchup.

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What’s next

Hoover will advance to the Class 7A state championship game, where they will look to win their 8th consecutive title.

The takeaway

Hoover's girls basketball program has built a remarkable dynasty, making the state title game 8 years in a row. Their continued success is a testament to the strength of the program and its ability to reload with talented players year after year.