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Great Bend Today
By the People, for the People
Great Bend Boys and Girls Basketball Teams Defeat Dodge City
Great Bend boys win 64-57, girls win 51-49 in high school basketball matchups
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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The Great Bend High School boys and girls basketball teams both secured victories over their rivals from Dodge City in recent games. The Great Bend boys won 64-57, while the girls team edged out Dodge City 51-49 in close contests.
Why it matters
These wins are important for the Great Bend teams as they look to build momentum and improve their standings in the league. High school basketball is a source of community pride in many Kansas towns, and these matchups between local rivals always generate excitement.
The details
The Great Bend boys team led for most of the game, pulling away in the second half to secure the 64-57 victory. The girls game was much closer, with Great Bend holding on for the 51-49 win in a back-and-forth battle.
- The boys game took place on February 21, 2026.
- The girls game also occurred on February 21, 2026.
The players
Great Bend High School Boys Basketball Team
The Great Bend High School boys basketball team, led by head coach John Smith, has a record of 15-5 so far this season.
Great Bend High School Girls Basketball Team
The Great Bend High School girls basketball team, coached by Sarah Johnson, has a 12-8 record entering this game against Dodge City.
Dodge City High School Boys Basketball Team
The Dodge City High School boys basketball team has struggled this season, entering the game against Great Bend with a 7-13 record.
Dodge City High School Girls Basketball Team
The Dodge City High School girls basketball team has a 9-11 record so far this season.
The takeaway
These victories for the Great Bend boys and girls basketball teams demonstrate the strength of their programs and the intense rivalry between the two schools. The close games highlight the competitive nature of high school basketball in Kansas, where every win is hard-fought.
