Greenville basketball wins Upper State championship

Greenville defeats Riverside 55-47 in title game

Feb. 28, 2026 at 6:34am

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The Greenville high school basketball team won the Upper State championship, defeating Riverside 55-47 in the title game. The victory marks Greenville's first Upper State championship in several years.

Why it matters

The Upper State championship is a highly coveted title in South Carolina high school basketball, and Greenville's win showcases the strength of their program and the hard work of the players and coaches.

The details

Greenville led for most of the game, pulling away in the second half to secure the 55-47 victory over Riverside. The win caps off an impressive playoff run for Greenville, who will now advance to the state championship game.

  • The game was played on February 28, 2026.

The players

Greenville High School Basketball Team

The Greenville high school basketball team, led by their talented roster of players, won the Upper State championship after defeating Riverside.

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What’s next

Greenville will now advance to the state championship game, where they will look to capture the state title.

The takeaway

Greenville's Upper State championship victory demonstrates the strength and resilience of their basketball program, and the win will undoubtedly inspire the team and community as they prepare for the state championship game.