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Mid-Prairie Girls Basketball Advances in Regional Tournament
Gilbert and Newton Girls Basketball Teams Also Win Regional Matchups
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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The Mid-Prairie girls basketball team defeated Pella Christian 46-35 in the second round of the Class 3A regional tournament. Gilbert High School girls basketball also won their Class 4A regional first round matchup against Knoxville 59-21, while the Newton girls basketball team secured a victory in their regional contest.
Why it matters
The regional tournament is a crucial stage for high school basketball teams, as wins here determine which teams advance to the state tournament. These results highlight the competitive nature of girls basketball in Iowa and the hard work these student-athletes have put in throughout the season.
The details
In the Mid-Prairie vs Pella Christian game, Mid-Prairie pulled away in the second half to secure the 11-point victory and move on to the next round of the regional tournament. Gilbert dominated Knoxville, winning by 38 points, while Newton also earned a regional round win.
- The Mid-Prairie vs Pella Christian game took place on February 18, 2026.
- The Gilbert vs Knoxville game was the Class 4A regional first round, also on February 18, 2026.
- The Newton girls basketball regional contest was also on February 18, 2026.
The players
Mid-Prairie Girls Basketball Team
The girls basketball team from Mid-Prairie High School, competing in the Class 3A regional tournament.
Pella Christian Girls Basketball Team
The girls basketball team from Pella Christian High School, defeated by Mid-Prairie in the Class 3A regional tournament.
Gilbert High School Girls Basketball Team
The girls basketball team from Gilbert High School, winning their Class 4A regional first round matchup.
Knoxville Girls Basketball Team
The girls basketball team from Knoxville High School, defeated by Gilbert in the Class 4A regional first round.
Newton Girls Basketball Team
The girls basketball team from Newton High School, winning their regional tournament contest.
The takeaway
These regional tournament results showcase the talent and determination of girls basketball programs across Iowa, as teams compete to advance to the state tournament and vie for a championship.
