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Mt. Vernon Advances to State Finals After Tense Semistate Win
Trojans hold off late rally to punch ticket to championship game
Mar. 22, 2026 at 3:52am
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In a tense Class 4A semistate championship game, the Mt. Vernon Trojans withstood a late rally by New Albany to punch their ticket to the state finals. Leading by 14 points in the third quarter, Mt. Vernon had to fend off a furious comeback attempt by New Albany before securing the victory.
Why it matters
Mt. Vernon's win marks a significant achievement for the program, as they advance to the state finals for the first time in recent memory. The game was a hard-fought battle between two evenly matched teams, showcasing the high level of competition in Indiana high school basketball.
The details
With Mt. Vernon leading 14 points in the third quarter, New Albany mounted a furious comeback attempt, closing the gap and making it a one-possession game late. However, the Trojans were able to hold on and secure the victory, punching their ticket to the state championship game.
- The game was played on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
- Mt. Vernon led by 14 points in the middle of the third quarter.
The players
Luke Ertel
A player for the Mt. Vernon Trojans who hit a key 3-pointer in the third quarter to extend his team's lead.
Mt. Vernon Trojans
The high school basketball team from Mt. Vernon, Indiana that advanced to the state finals with their semistate championship victory.
New Albany
The opposing team that mounted a late comeback attempt but ultimately fell short against Mt. Vernon.
What’s next
Mt. Vernon will now advance to the state championship game, where they will face the winner of the other semistate matchup.
The takeaway
Mt. Vernon's hard-fought victory showcases the intensity and competitiveness of Indiana high school basketball, as the Trojans had to withstand a late rally to punch their ticket to the state finals.
