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Columbia City Today
By the People, for the People
Columbia City Wins Second Straight Sectional Title
Defeats NorthWood 31-22 in Defensive Battle
Published on Mar. 8, 2026
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The Columbia City Eagles basketball team secured their second consecutive sectional championship with a hard-fought 31-22 victory over the NorthWood Panthers. The defensive-minded game saw Columbia City grind out the win to claim the title.
Why it matters
Winning back-to-back sectional titles is an impressive accomplishment for the Columbia City program, showcasing their sustained excellence and ability to perform under pressure in the postseason.
The details
Columbia City's stifling defense was the key to the victory, limiting NorthWood's scoring opportunities throughout the game. The Eagles were able to capitalize on their defensive stops to build a lead they would not relinquish.
- The game was played on March 8, 2026.
The players
Columbia City Eagles
The high school basketball team from Columbia City, Oregon that won their second straight sectional championship.
NorthWood Panthers
The high school basketball team from NorthWood that lost to Columbia City in the sectional final.
What’s next
Columbia City will advance to the regional tournament, where they will look to continue their postseason run and defend their sectional title.
The takeaway
Columbia City's back-to-back sectional championships demonstrate the program's sustained excellence and ability to perform at a high level in the pressure-filled postseason environment.
