Sioux Falls Lincoln to Face Huron for State Class AA Boys Basketball Title

Top-seeded Lincoln and third-seeded Huron advance to championship game

Mar. 21, 2026 at 3:36am

The top-seeded and unbeaten Sioux Falls Lincoln boys basketball team will face third-seeded Huron in the 2026 state Class AA championship game. Lincoln (23-0) defeated fourth-seeded Harrisburg 53-48 in the semifinals, while Huron (19-4) downed second-seeded Sioux Falls Roosevelt 53-44.

Why it matters

The state Class AA boys basketball championship is one of the most anticipated high school sporting events in South Dakota, drawing fans from across the state to see the top teams compete for the title.

The details

Lincoln, the tournament's top seed, defeated Harrisburg in a close semifinal game to advance to the championship. Huron, seeded third, took down second-seeded Roosevelt to earn its spot in the final. The championship matchup will feature two of the state's top programs battling for the coveted state title.

  • The semifinal games were played on Friday, March 20, 2026.
  • The state Class AA boys basketball championship game will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

The players

Sioux Falls Lincoln

The top-seeded boys basketball team in the state Class AA tournament, with an undefeated 23-0 record.

Huron

The third-seeded boys basketball team in the state Class AA tournament, with a 19-4 record.

Harrisburg

The fourth-seeded boys basketball team in the state Class AA tournament.

Sioux Falls Roosevelt

The second-seeded boys basketball team in the state Class AA tournament.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

The state Class AA boys basketball championship game will be played on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

The takeaway

The matchup between top-seeded Sioux Falls Lincoln and third-seeded Huron promises to be an exciting and highly competitive state championship game, showcasing two of South Dakota's premier high school basketball programs.