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Monroe Today
By the People, for the People
Mediapolis Girls Basketball Heads to State Tournament After 11-Year Drought
Mediapolis High School girls basketball team clinches first state tournament berth since 2015.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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The Mediapolis High School girls basketball team has qualified for the state tournament for the first time in 11 years, defeating sixth-ranked PCM 49-42 in a Class 3A regional final. The team never trailed in the game, showcasing toughness and grit according to the head coach.
Why it matters
Mediapolis' return to the state tournament marks a significant milestone for the program, which had not made it that far since 2015. The victory over a highly ranked opponent demonstrates the team's growth and competitiveness, generating excitement in the local community.
The details
In the Class 3A regional final, the Mediapolis High School girls basketball team defeated sixth-ranked PCM by a score of 49-42. Mediapolis never trailed in the game, displaying the toughness and grit that has propelled them to their first state tournament berth in over a decade.
- Mediapolis last qualified for the state tournament in 2015.
The players
Mediapolis High School girls basketball team
The Mediapolis High School girls basketball team, which had not qualified for the state tournament since 2015, clinched a berth by defeating sixth-ranked PCM 49-42 in the Class 3A regional final.
PCM
The sixth-ranked PCM team, which was defeated by Mediapolis in the Class 3A regional final.
The takeaway
Mediapolis' return to the state tournament after an 11-year drought is a testament to the team's hard work, determination, and growth. The victory over a highly ranked opponent has generated excitement in the local community and sets the stage for the team's continued success in the state tournament.
