Red River's Reese Remz scores 31 to lift Riders to state tournament

Grand Forks Red River senior Reese Remz led her team to victory with a clutch performance in the final minutes.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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In a close game against West Fargo Sheyenne, Grand Forks Red River senior Reese Remz scored the final 8 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer in the last 80 seconds, to lift her team to an 87-79 victory and a spot in the state tournament.

Why it matters

This win secures a state tournament berth for the Red River Riders, a significant achievement for the team and the local community. Remz's heroics in the final minutes showcase her leadership and clutch ability under pressure.

The details

With West Fargo Sheyenne applying heavy defensive pressure late in the game, Reese Remz stepped up and scored the final 8 points for the Red River Riders, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with less than 80 seconds remaining, to secure the 87-79 victory and a spot in the state tournament.

  • The game took place on March 8, 2026.

The players

Reese Remz

A senior on the Grand Forks Red River girls basketball team who led her team to victory with a clutch performance in the final minutes.

West Fargo Sheyenne

The opposing team that applied heavy defensive pressure late in the game against Grand Forks Red River.

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What they’re saying

“We put everything out there.”

— Reese Remz, Senior, Grand Forks Red River (Grand Forks Herald)

What’s next

The Red River Riders will now advance to the state tournament, where they will look to continue their successful season.

The takeaway

Reese Remz's clutch performance in the final minutes showcased her leadership and ability to step up when her team needed her most, securing a state tournament berth for the Red River Riders and providing a thrilling conclusion to the regional playoff game.