Garfield Boys Basketball Seniors Celebrate City Series Title

Players reflect on championship win over Ellet High School

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The Garfield High School boys basketball team, led by seniors MaKai Law, Terion Chapman, and Reggie Edwards, won the City Series championship game against Ellet High School on February 6, 2026. The players discussed the significance of the victory and their journey to the title.

Why it matters

The City Series championship is a highly anticipated annual event in Akron, Ohio, where the top high school basketball teams in the city compete. Garfield's win marks their first title in several years, showcasing the hard work and talent of the team's veteran players.

The details

Garfield defeated Ellet High School in the championship game, capping off a successful season for the team. The three senior players, MaKai Law, Terion Chapman, and Reggie Edwards, were instrumental in leading the team to victory and shared their thoughts on the accomplishment.

  • The City Series championship game took place on February 6, 2026.

The players

MaKai Law

A senior player on the Garfield High School boys basketball team.

Terion Chapman

A senior player on the Garfield High School boys basketball team.

Reggie Edwards

A senior player on the Garfield High School boys basketball team.

Ellet High School

The opposing team that Garfield High School defeated in the City Series championship game.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the City Series championship is a dream come true for us. We've been working hard all season, and it's great to see our efforts pay off.”

— MaKai Law, Senior Player, Garfield High School Boys Basketball (beaconjournal.com)

“This is a moment we'll never forget. We're so proud to bring the title back to Garfield and represent our school and community.”

— Terion Chapman, Senior Player, Garfield High School Boys Basketball (beaconjournal.com)

“It's been a long journey, but we never gave up. This championship is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.”

— Reggie Edwards, Senior Player, Garfield High School Boys Basketball (beaconjournal.com)

What’s next

The Garfield High School boys basketball team will now prepare for the state tournament, where they hope to continue their successful season and bring home a state championship.

The takeaway

The Garfield High School boys basketball team's City Series championship victory is a testament to the dedication and talent of their senior players, who have worked tirelessly to achieve this milestone. Their success serves as an inspiration to the Akron community and highlights the importance of high school sports in fostering community pride and student achievement.