Columbus Academy boys basketball team returns to state tournament

Senior Jason Singleton leads team to double-overtime regional final win

Mar. 15, 2026 at 8:40pm

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The Columbus Academy boys basketball team has earned a return trip to the state tournament after defeating Castalia Margaretta in a double-overtime regional final. Senior Jason Singleton, a Mr. Basketball finalist, led the team to the victory.

Why it matters

Making it back to the state tournament is a major accomplishment for the Columbus Academy program, which has built a strong basketball tradition in recent years. Singleton's leadership and performance in the regional final was crucial in securing the team's spot at state.

The details

In the Division V regional final, Columbus Academy defeated Castalia Margaretta in a hard-fought double-overtime game. Senior Jason Singleton, who is a finalist for the prestigious Mr. Basketball award, played a pivotal role in leading his team to the victory and punching their ticket to the state tournament.

  • The regional final game took place on March 14, 2026.

The players

Jason Singleton

A senior at Columbus Academy and a finalist for the Mr. Basketball award, Singleton led his team to a double-overtime victory in the regional final to earn a return trip to the state tournament.

Columbus Academy

The boys basketball team from Columbus Academy, which has built a strong program and tradition in recent years, earning another trip to the state tournament.

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What they’re saying

“We’ve worked so hard to get back to state, and I’m so proud of my team for fighting through and getting this win.”

— Jason Singleton, Senior, Columbus Academy (The Columbus Dispatch)

What’s next

The Columbus Academy boys basketball team will now advance to the state tournament, where they will look to capture the Division V championship.

The takeaway

Columbus Academy’s return to the state tournament showcases the strength of their basketball program and the leadership of standout senior Jason Singleton, who has helped guide the team back to the biggest stage in Ohio high school basketball.