Reynoldsburg Defeats Newark, Ties Wildcats for Division Lead

Reynoldsburg avenges earlier loss with convincing 64-50 victory over Newark in OCC-Buckeye Division matchup.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

Defending Division I state runner-up Reynoldsburg defeated Newark 64-50 in an OCC-Buckeye Division matchup, avenging an earlier loss to the Wildcats and tying them for the division lead. Reynoldsburg played strong defense and with high emotion to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win is significant for Reynoldsburg as they look to defend their state runner-up title from last season. The OCC-Buckeye Division race is now tied at the top between Reynoldsburg and Newark, setting up an exciting finish to the regular season.

The details

Reynoldsburg turned the tables on Newark after losing to them earlier in the season, dominating the rematch with a 64-50 victory. The Raiders played stifling defense and brought high energy to avenge the prior defeat and pull even with Newark atop the division standings.

  • The game was played on February 14, 2026.

The players

Reynoldsburg

The Reynoldsburg High School basketball team, who are the defending Division I state runner-up.

Newark

The Newark High School basketball team, who were previously tied for the OCC-Buckeye Division lead with Reynoldsburg.

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The takeaway

This win sets up an exciting finish to the OCC-Buckeye Division regular season race, with Reynoldsburg and Newark now tied for the lead. Both teams will look to separate themselves down the stretch as they prepare for the postseason.