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Carrington Today
By the People, for the People
Cardinal Girls Win Sixteenth Straight
Carrington girls basketball team extends winning streak to 16 games before postseason
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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The Carrington High School girls basketball team extended their winning streak to 16 games with a 57-31 victory over Lisbon in the regular season finale. Despite missing two starters, Carrington used strong defense and balanced scoring to build a double-digit lead by halftime and cruise to the win.
Why it matters
Carrington's impressive late-season run has them poised for a deep postseason run in the upcoming regional and state tournaments. The Cardinals have emerged as one of the top teams in their class and will be a tough out for any opponent.
The details
Carrington was led by Maara Kutz's 13 points, while Marah Johnson and Mya Neis each scored 12. The Cardinals jumped out to an 11-9 lead after the first quarter and then blew the game open with a 22-point second quarter. Carrington's defense held Lisbon to just 12 points in the second half to secure the lopsided victory.
- The game was played on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
- Carrington has now won 16 straight games heading into the postseason.
The players
Maara Kutz
A center for the Carrington High School girls basketball team who scored a team-high 13 points in the win.
Marah Johnson
A player for the Carrington High School girls basketball team who scored 12 points in the victory.
Mya Neis
A player for the Carrington High School girls basketball team who scored 12 points in the game.
Brynley Differding
A player for the Lisbon High School girls basketball team who scored a game-high 14 points in the loss.
Harper Kollman
A player for the Carrington High School girls basketball team who did not play in the game due to an unspecified reason.
Aniston Hoornaert
A player for the Carrington High School girls basketball team who did not play in the game due to an unspecified reason.
What’s next
Carrington will next play in the Region 2A quarterfinals on Monday, facing Harvey/Wells County. Coverage of the game will begin at 2:30pm on KDAK The Cardinal.
The takeaway
Carrington's dominant late-season run has them poised for a deep postseason run. The Cardinals have proven they can win without key players, showcasing their depth and balance as they look to capture a regional and potentially state championship.
