NCHSAA Basketball State Championship Game Times Announced

The North Carolina High School Athletic Association has finalized the schedule for this week's Men's and Women's Basketball State Championship Games.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) has announced the schedule for the upcoming Men's and Women's Basketball State Championship Games. The games will take place over four days, from Wednesday through Saturday, and will feature matchups across all eight classifications, from 1A to 8A.

Why it matters

The NCHSAA Basketball State Championships are the culmination of the high school basketball season in North Carolina, showcasing the top talent from across the state. These games are highly anticipated events that draw large crowds and significant media attention, highlighting the passion for basketball in the state.

The details

The championship games will be played at various venues in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The schedule includes a total of 16 games, with two games per classification (one men's and one women's). Some of the notable matchups include 8A Men: West Charlotte vs. Hoggard, 6A Men: Kings Mountain vs. Northern Nash, and 5A Men: Hunter Huss vs. Fike.

  • The NCHSAA Basketball State Championship Games will take place from Wednesday, March 12 to Saturday, March 15, 2026.
  • The first games will tip off at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, March 12, with the 1A Men's and Women's championships.
  • The final games of the weekend will be the 7A Men's and Women's championships, scheduled for 7:30 PM on Saturday, March 15.

The players

North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA)

The governing body for high school sports in the state of North Carolina, responsible for organizing and overseeing the state's high school basketball championships.

Thomas Jefferson Classical

A high school basketball team competing in the 1A Men's championship game.

Vance Charter

A high school basketball team competing in the 1A Men's championship game.

Robbinsville

A high school basketball team competing in the 1A Women's championship game.

Wilson Prep

A high school basketball team competing in the 1A Women's championship game.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to host the state championship games and showcase the top high school basketball talent in North Carolina.”

— Que Tucker, Commissioner, NCHSAA (on3.com)

What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets for the NCHSAA Basketball State Championship Games through the NCHSAA website or at the venue box offices. The games will also be broadcast live on local television and streamed online.

The takeaway

The NCHSAA Basketball State Championships are a highly anticipated annual event that showcases the top high school basketball talent in North Carolina. These games provide an opportunity for players to compete on the biggest stage and for fans to celebrate the passion for the sport in the state.