Stayton Girls Repeat as OSAA 4A Basketball State Champions

No. 1 Stayton defeats No. 6 St. Helens, 34-26, to win back-to-back titles

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:09pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and energy of a high school basketball championship game, with the opposing team's colors and uniforms fractured into overlapping planes of bright, bold hues.Stayton High School's repeat girls basketball state championship victory showcases the program's enduring excellence and the rising competitiveness of Oregon's high school sports.Stayton Today

The Stayton High School girls basketball team has won their second consecutive OSAA 4A state championship, defeating St. Helens High School 34-26 in the title game at Forest Grove High School.

Why it matters

Stayton's repeat championship is a testament to the strength of their program and the continued excellence of girls' basketball in the state of Oregon. The victory cements Stayton's status as one of the top high school basketball teams in the region.

The details

In the championship game, the No. 1 ranked Stayton Eagles defeated the No. 6 St. Helens Lions by a score of 34-26. Stayton's stifling defense was the key to the victory, holding St. Helens to just 26 points. This marks the second straight year that Stayton has won the OSAA 4A girls basketball state title.

  • The championship game was played on March 12, 2026 at Forest Grove High School.
  • Stayton won their first OSAA 4A title in 2025.

The players

Stayton High School

The Stayton High School girls basketball team, ranked No. 1 in OSAA 4A, has now won back-to-back state championships.

St. Helens High School

The St. Helens High School girls basketball team, ranked No. 6 in OSAA 4A, were the runners-up in the state championship game.

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What they’re saying

“Our girls played with so much heart and determination today. I'm incredibly proud of this team and what they've accomplished over the past two seasons.”

— Stayton Head Coach

The takeaway

Stayton's repeat championship solidifies their status as one of the premier high school basketball programs in Oregon, and demonstrates the continued growth and competitiveness of girls' sports in the state.