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Cumberland County Jets fall short against Upperman Bees in district tournament
Defending state champions pull away in first half, Jets unable to mount comeback
Feb. 26, 2026 at 6:36pm
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The Cumberland County Jets were unable to overcome an early deficit against the defending state champion Upperman Bees, falling short in the District 7 3A Boys Basketball Championship game played in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Why it matters
This loss ends the Jets' season and their hopes of advancing to the state tournament, while the Bees continue their quest to defend their state title.
The details
The Jets got off to a slow start and found themselves down early to the powerful Upperman squad. Despite their best efforts, the Jets were unable to mount a serious comeback as the Bees maintained their lead throughout the game.
- The District 7 3A Boys Basketball Championship game was played on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
- Upperman entered the game as the defending state champions.
The players
Cumberland County Jets
The high school basketball team representing Cumberland County.
Upperman Bees
The defending state champion high school basketball team.
What’s next
The Upperman Bees will advance to the state tournament to defend their title, while the Cumberland County Jets' season has come to an end.
The takeaway
This game highlights the challenges facing smaller high school basketball programs as they try to compete against the state's elite teams, underscoring the importance of continued development and investment in youth sports.
