Ohio High School Basketball State Tournament Highlights

The best photos from the 2026 OHSAA boys basketball state semifinals and finals.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 2:57pm

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The 2026 OHSAA boys basketball state tournament featured exciting action and memorable moments, from Westerville North's run to the Division II championship game to Hilliard Bradley's narrow loss in the Division I final. Photographers captured the intensity, celebrations, and heartbreak of Ohio's top high school hoops teams as they competed for state titles.

Why it matters

The OHSAA state tournament is the pinnacle of the high school basketball season in Ohio, showcasing the state's top talent and providing a thrilling conclusion to the year. These photos give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the drama and emotion of the tournament.

The details

The tournament semifinals and finals were held at the University of Dayton Arena and Wright State University's Nutter Center. Westerville North made it to the Division II championship game before falling to Massillon, while Hilliard Bradley lost a close contest to Princeton in the Division I final.

  • The state semifinals took place on March 20-21, 2026.
  • The state championship games were held on March 22, 2026.

The players

Tyson Perkins

A standout player for Westerville North who competed in the Division II state tournament.

Landon Evans

A senior at Pickerington Central who led his team to the Division I state semifinals.

Jayden Reed-Davis

A key player for Hilliard Bradley, who made it to the Division I state championship game.

Jason Singleton

A talented forward for Columbus Academy, which reached the Division II state semifinals.

Reinaldo Perez

A senior at Columbus Academy who helped lead his team to the state tournament.

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What they’re saying

“It was an incredible experience to play in the state tournament. The atmosphere was electric and we left everything on the court.”

— Tyson Perkins, Westerville North Player

“We came up short of our goal, but I'm proud of how hard my team fought all season to get to this point.”

— Landon Evans, Pickerington Central Player

What’s next

Many of the top players from this year's state tournament will be back next season, setting the stage for another thrilling high school basketball campaign in Ohio.

The takeaway

The OHSAA boys basketball state tournament showcased the incredible talent and competitive spirit of Ohio's top high school teams, providing an unforgettable conclusion to the 2025-26 season.