Callaway Rallies Past Warren Central in Region 2-6A Consolation Game

Callaway's 34-6 run in the second half propels them to a 67-46 victory over Warren Central.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Callaway High School's boys basketball team defeated Warren Central High School 67-46 in the third-place game of the MHSAA Region 2-6A tournament. Callaway went on a 34-6 run spanning the third and fourth quarters to overcome an early deficit and pull away for the win.

Why it matters

This game was the consolation matchup after both teams were eliminated from the region tournament championship race. However, the outcome is still significant as it determines seeding and momentum heading into the upcoming Class 6A state playoffs, where Warren Central will look to repeat their road playoff win from last season.

The details

Warren Central led for much of the first half, but Callaway's Braxton Ward scored 36 points to fuel his team's big second-half surge. Callaway had previously beaten Warren Central by large margins in their two regular season meetings.

  • The game was played on Friday, February 14, 2026.
  • Warren Central will play their first-round Class 6A state playoff game on the road on February 21, 2026.

The players

Braxton Ward

A player for Callaway High School who scored 36 points in the game.

Keith Williams

The head coach of the Warren Central High School boys basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“The good thing about it is they know they can play with anybody. We've just got to get back to the drawing board and see what's there. I think we'll be OK.”

— Keith Williams, Head Coach, Warren Central High School (vicksburgpost.com)

What’s next

Warren Central will look to build on their region tournament experience when they travel to play either Olive Branch or Lake Cormorant in the first round of the Class 6A state playoffs on February 21, 2026.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the resilience and offensive firepower of Callaway, who were able to mount a big second-half comeback to secure the consolation victory. For Warren Central, the loss provides motivation to learn from their mistakes and make another deep playoff run, building on their experience from last season's state tournament.