Meade Mustangs win Anne Arundel County boys basketball title

Meade defeats rival Severna Park Falcons in championship game

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Meade High School boys basketball team defeated the Severna Park Falcons to claim the Anne Arundel County championship on Saturday at Crofton High School. The Mustangs prevailed in the highly anticipated matchup between the two county powerhouses.

Why it matters

The county basketball championship is a highly coveted title in the region, with the Meade-Severna Park rivalry being one of the fiercest in Anne Arundel County. This victory marks Meade's first county championship in several years and solidifies their status as a top program in the area.

The details

Meade used a balanced scoring attack and stifling defense to defeat Severna Park by a comfortable margin. The Mustangs were led by senior guard Jamal Johnson, who scored a game-high 22 points, and junior forward Tyrone Williams, who added 18 points and 12 rebounds.

  • The championship game was played on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Crofton High School.

The players

Jamal Johnson

A senior guard for the Meade Mustangs who scored a game-high 22 points in the championship victory.

Tyrone Williams

A junior forward for the Meade Mustangs who contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds in the win.

Meade Mustangs

The high school boys basketball team from Meade High School that won the Anne Arundel County championship.

Severna Park Falcons

The high school boys basketball team from Severna Park High School that was the runner-up in the Anne Arundel County championship game.

Crofton High School

The venue where the Anne Arundel County boys basketball championship game was held.

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What they’re saying

“Our guys played with a lot of heart and determination today. I'm so proud of how they competed and represented our school.”

— Coach Terrell Suggs, Head Coach, Meade Mustangs (capitalgazette.com)

“Hats off to Meade, they were the better team tonight. We'll be back next year hungrier than ever.”

— Coach Mike Glick, Head Coach, Severna Park Falcons (capitalgazette.com)

What’s next

The Meade Mustangs will now advance to the regional tournament, where they will look to continue their championship run and qualify for the state tournament.

The takeaway

The Meade Mustangs' victory in the Anne Arundel County boys basketball championship showcases the strength of their program and their ability to rise to the occasion in big games. This win will only further cement their reputation as one of the top teams in the region.