Sleepy Eye St. Mary's wins first Class 1A girls basketball title

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The Sleepy Eye St. Mary's girls basketball team won their first ever Class 1A state championship, defeating top-seeded Mountain Iron-Buhl 80-63. The Knights, who were the No. 2 seed, were led by All-Minnesota guard Morgan Mathiowetz in the victory.

Why it matters

This is a historic win for the Sleepy Eye St. Mary's program, as they capture their first ever state title in girls basketball. The Knights overcame the top-seeded Mountain Iron-Buhl squad to claim the Class 1A championship.

The details

Sleepy Eye St. Mary's was the No. 2 seed heading into the state tournament, while Mountain Iron-Buhl was the top overall seed. However, the Knights were led by standout guard Morgan Mathiowetz, an All-Minnesota selection, who helped power her team to the 80-63 victory over the previously undefeated Mountain Iron-Buhl squad.

• The Class 1A girls basketball state championship game was played on March 14, 2026.