Lovejoy Upsets State-Ranked Memorial for First-Ever State Semifinal Berth

Lovejoy boys basketball team hits 9 three-pointers to defeat Frisco Memorial 74-64 in regional championship game.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The Lovejoy boys basketball team pulled off a stunning upset over state-ranked Frisco Memorial, winning 74-64 to claim the Class 5A Division II Region II championship at Allen on Friday night. Lovejoy hit 9 three-pointers in the victory, advancing to the state semifinals for the first time in school history.

Why it matters

Lovejoy's win over the heavily favored Memorial squad is a major accomplishment for the program, which has never before reached the state semifinals. The upset victory showcases the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure against a top-ranked opponent.

The details

Lovejoy (29-8) hit 9 three-pointers in the game, including several timely shots that helped them pull away from Memorial down the stretch. The team's sharp outside shooting and defensive intensity proved to be the difference, as they were able to overcome Memorial's size and strength advantage inside.

  • The regional championship game took place on Friday, March 7, 2026 in Allen, Texas.

The players

Lovejoy Boys Basketball Team

The Lovejoy High School boys basketball team, which pulled off the upset victory over state-ranked Frisco Memorial to advance to the state semifinals for the first time in program history.

Frisco Memorial Boys Basketball Team

The Frisco Memorial High School boys basketball team, which entered the regional championship game as the state-ranked favorite but was upset by Lovejoy.

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What they’re saying

“We worked all week in practice on our 3-point shooting, and it paid off tonight. The guys really stepped up and hit some big shots when we needed them.”

— Luke Modersohn, Lovejoy Head Coach (Carrollton Leader)

What’s next

Lovejoy will advance to the Class 5A Division II state semifinals, where they will face the winner of the other regional final.

The takeaway

Lovejoy's stunning upset victory over state-ranked Memorial showcases the team's resilience, outside shooting ability, and potential to make a deep run in the state playoffs. The win marks a historic milestone for the program, which has never before reached the state semifinals.