Rossville Hornets Defeat Clinton Prairie Gophers in Hoosierland TV Game of the Week

The Hornets led wire-to-wire, holding a double-digit advantage for most of the game.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

The Rossville Hornets defeated the Clinton Prairie Gophers 60-32 on Friday in the Hoosierland TV Game of the Week. The Hornets led wire-to-wire, holding a double-digit advantage for most of the game. Brayden Thiele-Hahn led the way with 11 first-half points, giving the Hornets a 30-14 lead at the break. The Gophers were unable to mount a comeback in the second half, as the Hornets controlled the rest of the way and won 60-32.

Why it matters

This high school basketball matchup between Rossville and Clinton Prairie was the Hoosierland TV Game of the Week, showcasing the talent and competitiveness of these two teams in the local community. The Hornets' dominant performance highlights their strong season so far, while the Gophers' struggle to keep up demonstrates the work they still have to do to improve their record.

The details

The Hornets led 14-3 after the first quarter and maintained a double-digit lead for most of the game. Clinton Prairie was able to cut the deficit to 35-24 in the second half, but could not get any closer. Brayden Thiele-Hahn led the Hornets with 16 points and 9 rebounds and was named The Farmers Bank Player of the Game.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 16, 2026.
  • The Hornets led 30-14 at halftime.

The players

Brayden Thiele-Hahn

The Hornets' leading scorer, finishing with 16 points and 9 rebounds and being named The Farmers Bank Player of the Game.

Nick Ewing

A Gophers player who helped Clinton Prairie score some points in the second quarter.

Xander Dean

A Gophers player who helped Clinton Prairie score some points in the second quarter.

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The takeaway

The Rossville Hornets' dominant performance in the Hoosierland TV Game of the Week showcases their strong season so far, while the Clinton Prairie Gophers' struggle to keep up demonstrates the work they still have to do to improve their record. This high school basketball matchup highlights the talent and competitiveness of these two teams in the local community.