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Massillon Today
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Stark County-area High School Boys Basketball Power Poll Rankings
Massillon remains top team in big-school poll, new leader in smaller divisions
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The regular season is winding down and tournament paths are being set, so it’s time to check in on the Greater Canton area high school boys basketball power rankings. Massillon remains the top team in the big-school poll, while there is a new leader in the Divisions IV-VII rankings.
Why it matters
These power poll rankings provide a snapshot of the current landscape in high school basketball across the Stark County region, highlighting the top teams and players to watch as the postseason approaches.
The details
Massillon continues to lead the big-school poll, cementing its status as the top team in the area. However, there has been a change at the top of the Divisions IV-VII rankings. Meanwhile, Northwest High School has hit a rough patch, losing three straight games, and the team’s leading scorer, Tristan Pennington, is no longer on the roster for undisclosed reasons. Minerva, a Division IV team, has won five straight games to improve to 12-9 on the season.
- The regular season is nearing its end.
- Tournament paths are being locked in.
The players
Tristan Pennington
The area’s leading scorer, who is no longer on the Northwest High School roster.
Mike Lower
The head coach of Northwest High School, who declined to explain Pennington’s absence from the team.
What they’re saying
“Reach Josh at josh.weir@cantonrep.com”
— Josh Weir, Author (indeonline.com)
“On X: @jweirREP”
— Josh Weir, Author (indeonline.com)
The takeaway
As the high school basketball season reaches its climax, these power poll rankings provide valuable insight into the top teams and players to watch in the Stark County region. The changes at the top of the polls, as well as the unexpected developments with Northwest High School, highlight the dynamic nature of the local basketball landscape.
