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Bremen Today
By the People, for the People
Indiana High School Girls Basketball Semi-State Pairings Announced
Local teams advance after regional victories, setting the stage for pivotal semi-state matchups across the state.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The road to the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) Girls Basketball State Championship is narrowing, with semi-state pairings announced on Sunday. Several teams from the Michiana area secured their place in the semi-state round after winning regional championships on Saturday, including Northridge (Class 4A), Culver Academies (3A), Fairfield (3A), Bremen (2A), Whitko (2A), and Elkhart Christian (1A). These teams will compete against some of the best in Indiana next Saturday, February 21st, for a chance to advance to the final rounds.
Why it matters
The semi-state round is a crucial step towards the IHSAA Girls Basketball State Championship, with teams from across Indiana vying for a spot in the final competition. The success of local teams in the regional round has generated excitement and pride within their communities, as they represent their schools and regions at the highest level of high school basketball in the state.
The details
The Class 4A semi-state will be split between two locations, with games at LaPorte High School and Jasper High School. In Class 3A, the semi-state will be hosted at Logansport High School and Southport High School. Frankfort High School and Greencastle High School will host the Class 2A semi-state, while Huntington North High School and Charlestown High School will host the Class 1A semi-state.
- The semi-state round will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
- The IHSAA Girls Basketball State Championship will follow the semi-state round, with details on the schedule and location to be provided by the IHSAA.
The players
Northridge
A Class 4A team that secured a regional championship and will compete in the semi-state round.
Culver Academies
A Class 3A team that secured a regional championship and will compete in the semi-state round.
Fairfield
A Class 3A team that secured a regional championship and will compete in the semi-state round.
Bremen
A Class 2A team that secured a regional championship and will compete in the semi-state round.
Whitko
A Class 2A team that secured a regional championship and will compete in the semi-state round.
Elkhart Christian
A Class 1A team that secured a regional championship and will compete in the semi-state round.
What’s next
The winners of the semi-state matchups will advance to the IHSAA State Championship, where they will compete for the ultimate prize. The IHSAA website (https://www.ihsaa.org/) will provide further details on the championship schedule and location.
The takeaway
The semi-state round of the IHSAA Girls Basketball State Tournament represents a critical milestone for teams across Indiana, as they strive to reach the final rounds of the championship. The success of local teams in the regional round has generated excitement within their communities, and their continued performance in the semi-state will be closely watched by fans and supporters alike.
