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Belmont Today
By the People, for the People
Coahoma County High School boys basketball team wins district tournament
Red Panthers advance to playoffs after defeating Independence and Belmont
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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The Coahoma County High School boys basketball team won the Region 2-3A Tournament last week and opened the playoffs with a home victory on Tuesday night. The Red Panthers, who have a 24-6 record and a 6-0 district record, defeated Independence in the district tournament and then beat Belmont in their first playoff game.
Why it matters
The Red Panthers' success in the district tournament and first playoff game marks an important milestone for the team and the local community. Advancing in the playoffs is a significant achievement that can generate excitement and pride among fans and supporters.
The details
The Red Panthers won the Region 2-3A Tournament at Independence High School last week. They then opened the playoffs with a home victory against Belmont on Tuesday night. The team has an overall record of 24-6 and a perfect 6-0 record in district play.
- The Red Panthers won the Region 2-3A Tournament last week.
- The team defeated Belmont in their first playoff game on Tuesday night.
The players
Coahoma County High School
A high school located in Clarksdale, Mississippi that fields a boys basketball team known as the Red Panthers.
What’s next
The Red Panthers will continue their playoff run, with their next game scheduled for this Friday night.
The takeaway
The Red Panthers' strong performance in the district tournament and first playoff game demonstrates the team's talent and competitiveness, which is generating excitement and pride in the local community.
