Billies Lose Regular Season Finale, Still Advance to Playoffs

Fredericksburg High School boys basketball team falls to New Braunfels Long Creek in final game before postseason

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Fredericksburg High School varsity boys basketball team lost its regular season finale against New Braunfels Long Creek last Tuesday, 60-58, at Long Creek High School. Despite the loss, the Billies have still qualified for the playoffs.

Why it matters

The Billies' loss in the regular season finale was disappointing, but they were able to secure a playoff berth despite the defeat. This shows the team's resilience and ability to bounce back from a tough loss as they prepare for the postseason.

The details

In the final game of the regular season, the Billies fell to New Braunfels Long Creek by a score of 60-58. The loss came at Long Creek High School in New Braunfels. Despite the defeat, the Billies have still qualified for the playoffs and will face Manor New Tech in the bi-district round.

  • The regular season finale took place last Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
  • The Billies will play Manor New Tech in the bi-district round of the playoffs on Tuesday night.

The players

Davis Lochte

A player for the Fredericksburg High School varsity boys basketball team.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

The Billies' loss in the regular season finale was disappointing, but their ability to still qualify for the playoffs shows the team's resilience and ability to bounce back from a tough defeat as they prepare for the postseason.