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Hononegah Girls Basketball Cruises to Regional Final
Hononegah defeats NIC-10 rival Jefferson 78-46 in regional semifinal matchup.
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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The Hononegah girls basketball team continued their dominant season with a convincing 78-46 victory over NIC-10 rival Jefferson in the IHSA Class 4A regional semifinal game played at Hampshire High School. This marks the third time this season Hononegah has defeated Jefferson, having also won both regular season matchups.
Why it matters
Hononegah's decisive win over Jefferson advances them to the regional final, keeping their postseason run alive as they look to capture a championship. The Indians have proven to be a force to be reckoned with all season, and this latest victory further solidifies their status as a top contender.
The details
Hononegah controlled the game from start to finish, building a comfortable lead and never letting Jefferson get back into the contest. The Indians' balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for their conference rival to overcome.
- The regional semifinal game took place on Monday, February 17, 2026.
The players
Hononegah Girls Basketball Team
The Hononegah High School girls basketball team, a powerhouse program in the NIC-10 conference.
Jefferson High School
A rival school of Hononegah in the NIC-10 conference, whose girls basketball team fell to Hononegah in the regional semifinal.
What’s next
Hononegah will advance to the regional final, where they will face the winner of the other semifinal matchup.
The takeaway
Hononegah's dominant performance against a conference rival demonstrates their status as a top contender in the IHSA Class 4A postseason, as they continue their quest for a championship.
