North Ridgeville girls basketball advances to district final

Rangers make 7 first-half 3-pointers to defeat Solon in Division II semifinal

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

The 10th-seeded North Ridgeville Rangers girls basketball team defeated the 13th-seeded Solon Comets 70-58 in a Division II Northeast 8 District semifinal game. North Ridgeville made 7 first-half 3-pointers to take a 42-22 lead, and held on despite a late Solon rally.

Why it matters

This win advances North Ridgeville to the district final, a significant achievement for the Rangers program. Girls basketball in the Northeast Ohio region is highly competitive, making this victory over a fellow playoff team an important milestone.

The details

North Ridgeville's hot shooting in the first half, including 7 made 3-pointers, gave them a commanding 20-point lead at halftime. Solon was able to cut into the deficit in the second half, but North Ridgeville held on for the 12-point victory to secure a spot in the district final.

  • The game was played on February 24, 2026.

The players

North Ridgeville Rangers

The girls basketball team from North Ridgeville, Ohio that defeated Solon in the Division II district semifinal.

Solon Comets

The girls basketball team from Solon, Ohio that lost to North Ridgeville in the Division II district semifinal.

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What’s next

The North Ridgeville Rangers will advance to the Division II district final, where they will face the winner of the other semifinal matchup.

The takeaway

North Ridgeville's hot shooting performance and ability to hold off Solon's late rally demonstrates the Rangers' offensive firepower and resilience, making them a formidable opponent in the upcoming district final.