North Dakota High School Basketball Champions Crowned

Minot, Bismarck Century, and other teams take home state titles

Mar. 15, 2026 at 11:48am

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The North Dakota high school basketball state tournaments concluded over the weekend, with champions crowned in both the boys' and girls' divisions across multiple classifications. Minot High School won the girls' Class AA state title, defeating Fargo Davies 72-61, while Bismarck Century took home the boys' Class AA championship with a 61-50 victory over Bismarck High.

Why it matters

High school basketball is a beloved tradition in North Dakota, with the state tournaments serving as the culmination of the winter sports season. These championships showcase the top talent in the state and generate excitement and community pride across the region.

The details

In the girls' Class AA final, Minot High School pulled away in the second half to defeat Fargo Davies 72-61 and claim the state title. In the boys' Class AA championship game, Bismarck Century defeated crosstown rival Bismarck High 61-50. Other notable results include Mandan finishing third in the girls' Class AA tournament, and Dickinson earning third place in the boys' Class AA bracket.

  • The North Dakota high school basketball state tournaments were held from March 12-14, 2026.

The players

Minot High School

The Minot High School girls' basketball team won the Class AA state championship, defeating Fargo Davies 72-61 in the title game.

Bismarck Century High School

The Bismarck Century High School boys' basketball team won the Class AA state championship, defeating crosstown rival Bismarck High 61-50 in the title game.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the state championship is the culmination of all the hard work our team has put in this season. I'm so proud of how our players competed and represented Minot High School.”

— Minot High School Head Coach

“This was a hard-fought game against a tough opponent, but our guys never gave up and played with a lot of heart. I'm thrilled to see them bring home the state title for Bismarck Century.”

— Bismarck Century High School Head Coach

What’s next

The North Dakota High School Activities Association will now begin planning for the 2026-27 basketball season, including setting the schedule for next year's state tournaments.

The takeaway

The North Dakota high school basketball state tournaments showcase the dedication and talent of student-athletes across the state, fostering a sense of community pride and excitement around the sport.