Nixa's Winning Streaks Face Tough Test Against Kickapoo

Eagles' 49-game and 73-game conference win streaks on the line in matchup with 'Poo Tuesday

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Nixa High School's boys' basketball team has put together two incredible winning streaks over the past six years, going undefeated against Central Ozark Conference (COC) opponents for 49 games and 73 games. However, those streaks will face their toughest test yet on Tuesday when the Eagles travel to take on the Kickapoo Chiefs.

Why it matters

Nixa's sustained dominance in the COC has been remarkable, but Kickapoo has emerged as one of the top programs in the state and will provide a major challenge to the Eagles' streaks. The outcome of this game could have significant implications for the rest of the conference season and postseason seeding.

The details

Nixa has not lost a COC game since 2020, winning 49 straight conference contests. They've also won 73 consecutive games against COC opponents dating back to 2017. But Kickapoo, led by star player Jayden Taylor, has emerged as a powerhouse in recent years and will be looking to hand Nixa its first conference loss in over six years.

  • Nixa's 49-game COC win streak dates back to 2020.
  • Nixa's 73-game overall COC win streak dates back to 2017.
  • The Nixa vs. Kickapoo matchup will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Nixa High School

A public high school in Nixa, Missouri that has dominated the Central Ozark Conference in boys' basketball in recent years.

Kickapoo High School

A public high school in Springfield, Missouri that has emerged as one of the top boys' basketball programs in the state and will provide a major challenge to Nixa's conference win streaks.

Jayden Taylor

The star player for Kickapoo High School who will look to lead his team to victory against Nixa and end their impressive conference win streaks.

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be a huge game for us. Kickapoo is one of the best teams we'll face all year, and we know our streaks are on the line. But we're ready for the challenge.”

— Ethan Lowe, Nixa High School Senior Forward (Christian County Headliner News)

What’s next

The outcome of Tuesday's game between Nixa and Kickapoo will have major implications for the rest of the Central Ozark Conference season and the state tournament seedings.

The takeaway

Nixa's boys' basketball team has established itself as a dominant force in the Central Ozark Conference, but their remarkable win streaks will face their toughest test yet against a talented Kickapoo squad. This game could serve as a preview of a potential state tournament matchup between two of Missouri's top high school basketball programs.