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Mayville Today
By the People, for the People
Linton-HMB Outlasts Langdon Area-Munich in Tight Division B Matchup
Two young teams battle it out in final state qualifier at Mayville State
Published on Mar. 3, 2026
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In a low-scoring affair between two teams with young rosters, Linton-HMB held on for a 37-34 victory over Langdon Area-Munich in the final Division B state qualifier at Mayville State on Saturday. The game came down to the final possession, with Linton's defense making a key stop to secure the win.
Why it matters
The matchup featured two teams with rosters dominated by underclassmen, highlighting the next generation of talent in North Dakota high school basketball. The close game also demonstrated the competitive nature of the Division B state qualifier, where every possession and defensive stop can determine the outcome.
The details
Between Linton-HMB and Langdon Area-Munich, there were just two seniors making it on the floor for the game. Linton head coach Michael Sc… praised his team's defensive effort, saying 'You can live losing if you play good defense and just give up a contested shot and a great player made it.'
- The game took place on Saturday, March 1, 2026 at Mayville State University.
- It was the final Division B state qualifier of the season.
The players
Linton-HMB
A high school basketball team with a young roster that secured a 37-34 victory in the final Division B state qualifier.
Langdon Area-Munich
A high school basketball team with a young roster that fell 37-34 in the final Division B state qualifier.
Michael Sc...
The head coach of the Linton-HMB team.
What they’re saying
“You can live losing if you play good defense and just give up a contested shot and a great player made it.”
— Michael Sc..., Linton-HMB Head Coach (ground.news)
The takeaway
The close matchup between Linton-HMB and Langdon Area-Munich showcased the promising young talent in North Dakota high school basketball, with both teams relying heavily on underclassmen to compete at a high level in the Division B state qualifier.
