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Pella Christian Boys Basketball to Face Union Community in Substate Final
Pella Christian seeks 18th state tournament appearance, Union Community aims for second straight berth
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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The Pella Christian boys basketball team will take on Union Community in the Class 2A Substate 6 Final tomorrow night. Pella Christian is seeking its 18th state tournament appearance since 1990, while Union Community is looking for its second consecutive state tournament berth and third overall.
Why it matters
This matchup features two successful high school basketball programs with strong postseason histories. The winner will advance to the state tournament, a significant achievement for the players, coaches, and their respective communities.
The details
Pella Christian enters the contest after winning their fourth District Championship in the last five seasons. Union Community holds a 21-3 overall record and finished third in the North Iowa Cedar League behind two ranked teams. The Knights average 70.8 points, 32 rebounds, 16.8 assists, 9.5 steals, and 2.1 blocks per game this season. Senior Caden Sorensen has led Union Community in scoring with 16.1 points per game, but has not played in their two postseason victories.
- The Substate Final is scheduled for tomorrow night at 7 pm.
- Coverage of the game will begin at 6:30 pm on 92.1 KRLS.
The players
Caden Sorensen
A senior who has led Union Community in scoring this season with 16.1 points per game, though he has not played in their two postseason wins.
Cameron Mullen
A senior who averages 12.7 points per game for Union Community.
Tate Van Dyk
A senior who averages 12.6 points per game for Union Community.
What’s next
The winner of the Substate Final will advance to the Class 2A state tournament.
The takeaway
This matchup between Pella Christian and Union Community features two successful high school basketball programs with strong postseason histories. The winner will earn a coveted spot in the state tournament, a significant achievement for the players, coaches, and their respective communities.
