18th District Tournament pairings announced

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The pairings for the Boys' and Girls' 18th District Basketball Tournaments have been finalized, with Caverna High School in Horse Cave set to host the tournaments starting on February 23rd.

Why it matters

The 18th District Tournament is an important event for high school basketball teams in the region, as the winners advance to the regional tournament and have a chance to compete for a state championship.

The details

The tournaments will feature teams from the 18th District, which includes several local high schools. The pairings determine the matchups for the first round of the tournaments, setting the stage for the competition to come.

• The 18th District Basketball Tournaments will begin on February 23, 2026.
• The tournaments will be hosted at Caverna High School in Horse Cave.

What’s next

The winners of the 18th District Tournaments will advance to the regional tournament, where they will have the opportunity to compete for a state championship.