Carmel Defeats Fishers in Thrilling Indiana High School Basketball Matchup

Greyhounds hand nationally ranked Tigers their third loss in three years

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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In a highly anticipated Indiana high school boys basketball sectional championship game, Carmel High School defeated the previously undefeated and nationally ranked Fishers High School team 50-49. Carmel senior Ben Bremer hit a late 3-pointer to put the Greyhounds ahead, and they held on for the victory, handing the Tigers their third loss in the last three years.

Why it matters

This game highlighted the intense rivalry and competitive nature of Indiana high school basketball, where even the top-ranked teams can be taken down on any given night. The outcome also shakes up the state and national rankings, setting the stage for an exciting postseason run for Carmel.

The details

Fishers entered the game undefeated at 24-0 and ranked 4th nationally, but Carmel, who had previously handed the Tigers one of their two losses over the last three seasons, was able to pull off the narrow victory. Senior Evan Harrell led Carmel with 18 points, while Fishers' Kai McGrew scored a game-high 22 points in the losing effort.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 8, 2026 in the IHSAA Class 4A, Sectional 8 championship.
  • Carmel and Fishers have now faced off three times in the last three years, with Carmel winning two of those matchups.

The players

Ben Bremer

A senior at Carmel High School who hit the game-winning 3-pointer late in the contest.

Evan Harrell

The senior small forward for Carmel High School, who led the Greyhounds with 18 points in the victory.

Kai McGrew

The senior power forward for Fishers High School, who scored a game-high 22 points in the losing effort.

Carmel High School

A renowned high school in Indiana known for its academic excellence, competitive athletics, and vibrant arts programs.

Fishers High School

The previously undefeated and nationally ranked Indiana high school boys basketball team that suffered its first loss of the season to Carmel.

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What they’re saying

“To put in to context of how dominant Fishers has had the last couple of years, the Tigers are 54-2 but have not won a Indiana high school boys basketball state championship.”

— Andy Villamarzo, Author (on3.com)

What’s next

Carmel will continue on in the IHSAA postseason and attempt to win their first state championship since 2021.

The takeaway

This thrilling matchup between two of Indiana's top high school basketball programs showcases the intense rivalry and competitive nature of the sport in the state, where even the most dominant teams can be taken down on any given night.