Basha Girls Basketball Downs Gilbert in Open Playoff

Chandler Basha girls basketball team continues dream season with playoff victory.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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The Chandler Basha girls basketball team defeated Gilbert in the Open playoffs on February 19, 2026, continuing their impressive season. Basha head coach Chiniqua Bright spoke to The Republic about the team's performance and playoff win.

Why it matters

The Basha girls basketball team has had a standout season, making it to the Open playoffs, which features the top teams in the state. Their playoff victory over Gilbert demonstrates the team's strength and potential to make a deep postseason run.

The details

The Basha girls basketball team defeated Gilbert in the Open playoffs on February 19, 2026. Head coach Chiniqua Bright spoke to The Republic following the game, discussing the team's performance and their continued success in the playoffs.

  • The Basha girls basketball team defeated Gilbert in the Open playoffs on February 19, 2026.

The players

Chiniqua Bright

The head coach of the Chandler Basha girls basketball team.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

The Basha girls basketball team's playoff victory over Gilbert showcases their strong season and their potential to make a deep run in the postseason, highlighting the team's hard work and talent.