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Henderson Today
By the People, for the People
Crittenden County senior eyes region title as 'best ending ever'
Bristyn Rushing and Lady Rockets advance to region championship game
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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Bristyn Rushing scored 16 points, including 8 in the first quarter, to help lead Crittenden County to a region semifinal win over Caldwell County. As the Lady Rockets prepare to face Henderson County in the championship game, Rushing says a victory and trip to the state tournament would be the 'best ending ever' for her and her fellow seniors who have played together for years.
Why it matters
High school basketball region tournaments are the final step before the state championship, making them a crucial milestone for teams and players looking to extend their seasons and compete for a state title. For Crittenden County's veteran squad, winning the region would cap off their careers on a high note.
The details
Rushing scored 8 of her 16 points in the first quarter to give Crittenden County an early advantage over Caldwell County in the region semifinal. The Lady Rockets will now face Henderson County in the championship game, with a trip to the state tournament in Rupp Arena on the line.
- Crittenden County defeated Caldwell County in the region semifinal on March 7, 2026.
- The region championship game between Crittenden County and Henderson County will be played on March 8, 2026.
The players
Bristyn Rushing
A senior on the Crittenden County girls basketball team who scored 16 points in the region semifinal win.
Crittenden County Lady Rockets
The girls basketball team from Crittenden County High School that advanced to the region championship game.
Henderson County
Crittenden County's opponent in the region championship game.
What they’re saying
“A win and a trip to Rupp Arena would be the 'best ending ever' for a group of seniors who have played together for a long time.”
— Bristyn Rushing (yoursportsedge.com)
What’s next
The winner of the Crittenden County vs. Henderson County region championship game will advance to the state tournament at Rupp Arena.
The takeaway
Crittenden County's veteran squad has the opportunity to cap off their high school careers with a region title and state tournament berth, a fitting conclusion for a group of seniors who have played together for years.
