Mountain Home, Mountain View Lead in Latest Arkansas Girls' Basketball Poll

Several North Central Arkansas teams receive recognition in the Arkansas Sports Media weekly poll.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 4:07pm

Several North Central Arkansas girls' basketball teams were recognized in the latest Arkansas Sports Media weekly poll for the week ending January 24. Mountain Home holds the No. 10 spot in the overall poll with a 15-6 record and is ranked fourth in Class 5A. Mountain View leads the Class 3A poll with a 20-3 record, while Melbourne and Bergman share the fourth spot in the same classification. Other regional teams receiving votes include Valley Springs.

Why it matters

The rankings highlight the strong performances of the area's girls' basketball programs as the season moves deeper into conference play. These poll results showcase the talent and competitiveness of teams in North Central Arkansas, which is known for its passionate high school sports culture.

The details

In the overall poll, Mountain Home is ranked 10th with a 15-6 record. The Lady Bombers are also fourth in Class 5A, behind Farmington, Greene County Tech, and Vilonia. Mountain View leads the Class 3A poll with a 20-3 record, while Melbourne and Bergman share the fourth spot in the same classification. Other regional teams receiving votes in the overall poll include Valley Springs.

  • The poll results are for the week ending January 24, 2026.

The players

Mountain Home

A high school girls' basketball team located in Mountain Home, Arkansas.

Mountain View

A high school girls' basketball team located in Mountain View, Arkansas.

Melbourne

A high school girls' basketball team located in Melbourne, Arkansas.

Bergman

A high school girls' basketball team located in Bergman, Arkansas.

Valley Springs

A high school girls' basketball team located in Valley Springs, Arkansas.

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The takeaway

The strong performances of the North Central Arkansas girls' basketball teams in the latest poll showcase the region's talent and competitiveness in high school sports. These rankings highlight the passion and dedication of the players, coaches, and communities that support these programs.