Marion Wildcats Rout Mascoutah Behind Makhi House's Career-High 40 Points

Marion sophomore leads team to regional championship game with dominant performance

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

Marion High School's boys basketball team routed regional host Mascoutah 81-55 behind a career-high 40 points from sophomore Makhi House. The Wildcats also got strong contributions from Cam Curry (18 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists) and Sam Adkins (14 points) as they advanced to the regional championship game.

Why it matters

This win propels Marion into the regional championship game, where they will face top-seeded East St. Louis. It was a dominant performance by the Wildcats, who showcased their offensive firepower and balanced attack to overwhelm their opponent.

The details

Makhi House scored in a variety of ways, showcasing his versatility and skill set. The Wildcats' defense also played a key role, limiting Mascoutah's scoring opportunities and forcing turnovers that led to easy transition baskets.

  • The game took place on February 27, 2026.
  • The regional championship game against East St. Louis is scheduled for Friday night at 7:00 PM.

The players

Makhi House

A sophomore at Marion High School who scored a career-high 40 points in the team's regional semifinal win.

Cam Curry

A Marion player who contributed 18 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists in the victory.

Sam Adkins

A Marion player who scored 14 points in the team's dominant performance.

East St. Louis

The top-seeded team that Marion will face in the regional championship game.

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What’s next

The winner of the regional championship game between Marion and East St. Louis will advance to the sectional tournament.

The takeaway

Marion's dominant win showcases their offensive firepower and balanced attack, led by the standout performance of sophomore Makhi House. The Wildcats will look to carry this momentum into the regional championship game against top-seeded East St. Louis.