St. Anthony 7th Graders Win State Title

Bullpups defeat Winchester Cougars 31-21 for second state championship under Coach Jason Ludwig

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The St. Anthony Bullpups middle school basketball team defeated the Winchester Cougars 31-21 on Thursday at Meridian High School in Macon, Georgia to win the state championship. This is the second state title for head coach Jason Ludwig.

Why it matters

Middle school sports championships are an important milestone for young athletes, building skills and confidence as they progress through their athletic careers. St. Anthony's victory showcases the strength of their program and the dedication of their players and coaching staff.

The details

The Bullpups, the middle school basketball team from St. Anthony, secured the state championship by defeating the Winchester Cougars 31-21 in the final game played at Meridian High School in Macon. This is the second state title won by head coach Jason Ludwig, who has led the team to success through his coaching expertise.

  • The championship game was played on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Jason Ludwig

The head coach of the St. Anthony Bullpups middle school basketball team, who has now led the team to two state championships.

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What they’re saying

“We've worked hard all season for this moment and I'm so proud of how our team came together to win the state title.”

— Jason Ludwig, Head Coach, St. Anthony Bullpups

What’s next

The Bullpups will be honored at a special ceremony at St. Anthony Middle School next week to celebrate their state championship victory.

The takeaway

The St. Anthony Bullpups' state title win demonstrates the strength of their middle school basketball program and the positive impact that dedicated coaching can have on young athletes' development and success.