Cardinal Girls Fall In Regional Final

Thompson Tommies defeat Carrington Cardinals 60-38 to advance to state tournament

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Carrington Cardinals, who entered the game on an 18-game winning streak, fell to the Thompson Tommies 60-38 in the regional final. The Tommies were led by Addy Sage and Kya Hurst, who combined for 42 points. The Tommies led by as much as 43-24 in the third quarter before the Cardinals made a late run, but it was not enough to overcome the Tommies' strong performance.

Why it matters

This loss ends Carrington's impressive 18-game winning streak and their hopes of advancing to the state tournament. The Tommies, on the other hand, are heading to the state tournament for the second time in three years, showcasing their ability to compete at the highest level of girls' high school basketball in North Dakota.

The details

The game started close, with the Tommies leading 9-3 early. Carrington responded with a 10-2 run to take a 13-11 lead after the first quarter. However, the Tommies took control in the second quarter, outscoring the Cardinals 18-5 to take a 29-18 halftime lead. The Tommies extended their lead to as much as 43-24 in the third quarter before Carrington made a late push, but it was not enough to overcome the Tommies' strong performance.

  • The game was played on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
  • Carrington entered the game on an 18-game winning streak.
  • This was the second meeting of the season between Carrington and Thompson, with Carrington winning the first matchup.

The players

Addy Sage

A player for the Thompson Tommies who scored 22 points in the game.

Kya Hurst

A player for the Thompson Tommies who scored 20 points in the game.

Marah Johnson

A player for the Carrington Cardinals who scored 12 points in the game.

Maara Kutz

A player for the Carrington Cardinals who scored 10 points in the game.

Andy Braaten

The head coach of the Carrington Cardinals, who was named Region 2A Coach of the Year.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Carrington will face Valley City in a state qualifier on Saturday at the Lewy Lee Fieldhouse in Mayville.

The takeaway

This loss ends Carrington's impressive 18-game winning streak and their hopes of advancing to the state tournament, while the Thompson Tommies have proven their ability to compete at the highest level of girls' high school basketball in North Dakota by advancing to the state tournament for the second time in three years.