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Emporia High Basketball Teams Suffer Losses in Topeka
Spartans lose Dean Smith Trophy to Topeka in Centennial League matchup
Feb. 21, 2026 at 4:35pm
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The Emporia High boys' and girls' basketball teams both suffered losses in their recent Centennial League game against Topeka. The boys' team lost the Dean Smith Trophy to their Topeka opponents, while the girls' team struggled in the third quarter, leading to their downfall.
Why it matters
The losses are a setback for the Emporia High basketball programs, which have been working to build momentum towards the end of the season. The Dean Smith Trophy is a coveted prize, and the boys' team's inability to retain it is a disappointment for the school and its fans.
The details
In the boys' game, Emporia High was unable to hold onto the Dean Smith Trophy, which is awarded to the winner of the annual matchup between the two schools. The Spartans struggled to keep up with their Topeka opponents, ultimately falling short in the final score. For the girls' team, a big third-quarter performance by Topeka proved to be the difference, as the Lady Spartans were unable to recover from the deficit.
- The Emporia High basketball teams travelled to Topeka on February 21, 2026 for a Centennial League game.
The players
Emporia High School
A high school located in Emporia, Kansas that fields boys' and girls' basketball teams.
Topeka High School
A high school located in Topeka, Kansas that competed against Emporia High in a Centennial League basketball game.
The takeaway
The losses for both the Emporia High boys' and girls' basketball teams highlight the challenges they face in the final stretch of the season. The boys' team's inability to retain the Dean Smith Trophy is a disappointment, while the girls' team's struggles in the third quarter show the need for improved consistency. Both programs will need to regroup and refocus as they look to finish the season strong.
