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7 SouthCoast Boys Basketball Teams Qualify for 2026 Playoffs
Teams from New Bedford, Wareham, Old Rochester, and more earn postseason berths
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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Seven of the nine boys basketball teams from the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts have qualified for the 2025-26 MIAA playoffs. Wareham earned the highest seed at No. 1 in Division 4, while New Bedford is seeded fifth in Division 1 after winning its second straight Big 3 Conference title. Old Rochester captured a share of the South Coast Conference championship as well.
Why it matters
High school basketball playoffs are an exciting time for local communities, with teams vying for state championships. The strong showing by SouthCoast teams reflects the talent and competitiveness of basketball in the region, which has produced several standout programs over the years.
The details
The seven qualifying teams and their opening round matchups are: Wareham (No. 1 seed in Div. 4), New Bedford (No. 5 seed in Div. 1), Old Rochester (No. 16 seed in Div. 3), Apponequet (No. 21 seed in Div. 3), Bishop Stang (No. 18 seed in Div. 5), Fairhaven (No. 7 seed in Div. 3), and GNB Voc-Tech (No. 22 seed in Div. 2).
- The 2025-26 MIAA boys basketball playoffs will take place in late February and March 2026.
The players
Wareham
The No. 1 seed in Division 4 with a 16-5 record.
New Bedford
The No. 5 seed in Division 1 after winning its second straight Big 3 Conference title with a 17-3 record.
Old Rochester
Captured a share of the South Coast Conference title and earned the No. 16 seed in Division 3 with a 13-8 record.
What’s next
The MIAA boys basketball playoff brackets will be finalized in the coming days, with opening round games scheduled for late February and early March 2026.
The takeaway
The strong playoff representation from SouthCoast boys basketball teams showcases the depth of talent in the region. Fans can look forward to an exciting postseason as these squads vie for state championships.
