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Defending champion Wayzata faces tough competition from Hopkins and Buffalo in the section tournament.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Class 4A, Section 6 boys basketball tournament is set to begin, with defending state champion Wayzata taking on strong competition from Hopkins and Buffalo. All games will be streamed live exclusively on Strib Varsity, with the championship game scheduled for Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m.

Why it matters

The Section 6AAAA tournament is a highly anticipated event, as it features some of the top-ranked teams in Minnesota. The outcome will determine which team advances to the state tournament, making this a crucial series of games for the players, coaches, and fans.

The details

Wayzata, ranked No. 2 in the state, has won the Section 6AAAA title for the past five seasons. However, they face stiff competition from No. 4 ranked Hopkins and No. 10 ranked Buffalo. The tournament begins with quarterfinal matchups on Friday, March 6, followed by the semifinals on Tuesday, March 10. The championship game is scheduled for Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m.

  • The tournament begins with quarterfinals on Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m.
  • The semifinals are scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, at 7 p.m.
  • The championship game is set for Friday, March 13, at 7 p.m.

The players

Wayzata

The defending state champion and No. 2 ranked team in Minnesota, Wayzata has won the Section 6AAAA title for the past five seasons.

Hopkins

The No. 4 ranked team in Minnesota, Hopkins is a perennial contender in the Section 6AAAA tournament.

Buffalo

The No. 10 ranked team in Minnesota, Buffalo is a section newcomer and could play spoiler in the tournament.

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What they’re saying

“The Section 6AAAA tournament is always a highly competitive event, and this year is no exception. With Wayzata, Hopkins, and Buffalo all vying for the title, it's sure to be an exciting series of games.”

— Star Tribune Staff (startribune.com)

What’s next

The winners of the semifinal games will meet in the championship on Friday, March 13 at 7 p.m.

The takeaway

The Section 6AAAA boys basketball tournament is a must-watch event, as it features some of the top teams in Minnesota competing for a spot in the state tournament. Fans can follow all the action live on Strib Varsity.