West Lafayette boys basketball wins regional title

New Haven falls to West Lafayette in regional championship game

Mar. 15, 2026 at 3:50am

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The West Lafayette High School boys basketball team defeated New Haven High School in the regional championship game, advancing to the next round of the state tournament. The final score was 62-55, with West Lafayette pulling away in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win marks a significant achievement for the West Lafayette basketball program, which has been working to rebuild and return to prominence in recent years. The regional title represents an important milestone and sets the team up for a potential deep run in the state tournament.

The details

West Lafayette was led by senior guard Ethan Smith, who scored a game-high 22 points. Junior forward Aiden Robbins added 15 points and 8 rebounds for the Red Devils. New Haven was paced by junior guard Malik Johnson, who finished with 18 points in the losing effort.

  • The regional championship game was played on March 14, 2026.

The players

Ethan Smith

A senior guard for the West Lafayette High School basketball team who scored a game-high 22 points in the regional championship victory.

Aiden Robbins

A junior forward for the West Lafayette High School basketball team who contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds in the regional final.

Malik Johnson

A junior guard for the New Haven High School basketball team who led his team with 18 points in the regional championship game.

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What they’re saying

“I'm so proud of the way our guys competed tonight. They've worked hard all season and it's great to see that effort pay off with a regional title.”

— Bob Jones, Head Coach, West Lafayette High School

What’s next

West Lafayette will advance to the semi-state round of the state tournament, where they will face the winner of the Carmel vs. Lawrence North regional final.

The takeaway

This victory for the West Lafayette boys basketball team demonstrates the program's resurgence and ability to compete at a high level in the state tournament. The team's success is a source of pride for the local community and sets the stage for an exciting run in the coming weeks.