McCracken Grabs 14th Straight Victory Over Hopkinsville

Mustangs continue dominance in regional matchup

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

The McCracken County Mustangs defeated the Hopkinsville Tigers 82-39 on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 14 games. This was the third straight victory for McCracken over Hopkinsville, with the Tigers' last win in the series coming in February 2021.

Why it matters

McCracken County has established itself as a regional powerhouse, currently sitting at 24-3 on the season and 5-0 in district play. The Mustangs' dominant performance over Hopkinsville demonstrates their ability to consistently win against tough regional opponents.

The details

The Hopkinsville Tigers entered the game having lost their last three contests, and were unable to break that streak against the surging Mustangs. McCracken County's victory marked their 14th straight win, further solidifying their position atop the Region 1 standings with a 13-0 record against regional foes.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • Hopkinsville's last win over McCracken came in February 2021.
  • Hopkinsville's final regular season home game will be on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 against Union County.

The players

McCracken County Mustangs

A high school basketball team with a 24-3 record on the season and a perfect 5-0 mark in district play, currently leading Region 1.

Hopkinsville Tigers

A high school basketball team with a 14-12 record on the season, currently fifth in the second region with a 7-3 record against regional opponents.

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What’s next

Hopkinsville will look to bounce back in their final regular season game against Union County on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The takeaway

McCracken County has established itself as the dominant team in the region, winning 14 straight games and continuing their recent success over Hopkinsville. The Mustangs' consistent performance against tough regional opponents has them poised for a deep postseason run.