Girls' Basketball Teams Begin New Season

Local teams look to make deep playoff runs after strong regular season performances.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The girls' high school basketball season has officially kicked off in Basile, Louisiana, with several local teams looking to build on their success from last year. Sacred Heart, led by standout player Riley St. Cyr, is coming off a strong regular season and has earned a first-round bye in the upcoming playoffs.

Why it matters

High school sports, especially basketball, are a point of pride and community engagement in small towns like Basile. The start of a new season brings excitement and hope as teams aim to advance deep into the playoffs and potentially capture a state championship.

The details

Sacred Heart's Lady Trojans are expected to be one of the top contenders in the region after finishing last season with a strong record. The team is led by senior guard Riley St. Cyr, who has emerged as one of the area's top players. Other local teams, including Opelousas Catholic, will be looking to challenge Sacred Heart and make their own playoff pushes.

  • The girls' high school basketball season officially began in mid-February 2026.
  • Sacred Heart earned a first-round playoff bye based on their regular season performance.

The players

Riley St. Cyr

A senior guard for the Sacred Heart Lady Trojans who is considered one of the top players in the region.

Sacred Heart Lady Trojans

The girls' basketball team from Sacred Heart High School in Basile, Louisiana, who are expected to be a top contender in the playoffs this season.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to get the new season started and build on the success we had last year. The girls have been working hard in the offseason and are ready to compete at a high level.”

— Riley St. Cyr, Senior Guard, Sacred Heart Lady Trojans (evangelinetoday.com)

What’s next

The Lady Trojans will open their playoff run in the second round after earning a first-round bye. Their first postseason game is scheduled for February 28th.

The takeaway

The start of the new girls' basketball season in Basile brings a sense of community pride and excitement as local teams aim to make deep playoff runs and potentially capture a state championship.