Boonville, Kirksville Girls Basketball Advance to Class 4 Sectionals

Mid-Missouri teams set to compete in state tournament's next round

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

The girls basketball teams from Boonville and Kirksville, Missouri have advanced to the sectional round of the state tournament after successful district-level performances. The two mid-Missouri programs will now compete in the Class 4 sectional round on Monday.

Why it matters

The sectional round represents a significant milestone in the state tournament, as teams vie to advance to the quarterfinals and ultimately the state championship. Boonville and Kirksville's advancement showcases the strength of girls basketball programs in the mid-Missouri region.

The details

Both Boonville and Kirksville won their respective district championship games to secure a spot in the sectional round. Boonville defeated Moberly 58-46, while Kirksville topped Hannibal 52-41. The two teams will now face off against opponents from other districts in the sectional round, with the winners advancing to the quarterfinals.

  • The sectional round games will be played on Monday, March 10, 2026.

The players

Boonville Girls Basketball Team

The Boonville girls basketball team won their district championship game to advance to the sectional round of the state tournament.

Kirksville Girls Basketball Team

The Kirksville girls basketball team won their district championship game to advance to the sectional round of the state tournament.

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What’s next

The winners of the sectional round games will advance to the quarterfinal round of the state tournament.

The takeaway

Boonville and Kirksville's advancement to the sectional round showcases the strength of girls basketball programs in mid-Missouri, as the two teams look to continue their postseason runs and potentially reach the state championship.