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Wilmington Today
By the People, for the People
Rams hold on to beat Hurricane 47-41 in D3 tourney game
Wilmington High School boys basketball team falls in Division III Southwest District tournament game
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Wilmington High School boys basketball team was defeated by Ross 47-41 in a Division III Southwest District tournament game at Western Brown High School. The Hurricane's season concludes with a 12-10 record after losing their last two games following a four-game winning streak. The Rams will face the Goshen Warriors in the next round.
Why it matters
This tournament game was an important matchup between two local high school basketball teams vying to advance in the Division III playoffs. The outcome impacts the teams' seasons and tournament seeding, as well as the local community's interest in the teams' performances.
The details
Wilmington was led by Chase Fickert with 16 points, while Ross was paced by Bryce Fulmer with 15 points. The Rams held on for the 47-41 victory after defeating Wilmington 47-36 earlier in the season.
- The game was played on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
- Wilmington previously defeated Ross 47-36 on February 17, 2026.
The players
Wilmington High School
The boys basketball team from Wilmington, Ohio that competed in the Division III Southwest District tournament game.
Ross
The opposing team that defeated Wilmington 47-41 in the tournament game.
Chase Fickert
A player for the Wilmington High School boys basketball team who scored 16 points in the game.
Bryce Fulmer
A player for the Ross team who scored a team-high 15 points in the game.
What’s next
The Rams will face the Goshen Warriors in the next round of the Division III Southwest District tournament at Western Brown High School.
The takeaway
This tournament game showcased the competitive nature of high school basketball in the region, with Wilmington and Ross battling it out for a chance to advance in the playoffs. The loss ends Wilmington's season, but the team can take pride in their 12-10 record and four-game winning streak earlier in the year.
