Houston High School Girls Basketball State Semifinals Pairings Announced

Schedule and information for Houston-area teams competing in the UIL girls basketball state semifinals.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 5:15am

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The pairings for the UIL girls basketball state semifinals have been announced, featuring several Houston-area teams. The state semifinals will take place on March 5-6, 2026 in San Antonio.

Why it matters

High school basketball is a beloved tradition in Houston, and the state semifinals represent the pinnacle of the season for many local teams and players. These matchups will determine which squads advance to the state championship game.

The details

The UIL girls basketball state semifinals will feature several Houston-area teams, including Cypress Creek, Atascocita, and Bellaire. Cypress Creek will face off against Duncanville, while Atascocita takes on Cibolo Steele, and Bellaire competes against Duncanville. The winners of these semifinal games will advance to the state championship on March 7.

  • The state semifinals will take place on March 5-6, 2026.
  • The state championship game is scheduled for March 7, 2026.

The players

Jon Poorman

The high school sports coordinator for the Houston Chronicle since 2021, serving as the lead writer, web producer and social media manager for the publication's high school sports coverage.

Cypress Creek

A Houston-area high school basketball team competing in the UIL girls basketball state semifinals.

Atascocita

A Houston-area high school basketball team competing in the UIL girls basketball state semifinals.

Bellaire

A Houston-area high school basketball team competing in the UIL girls basketball state semifinals.

Duncanville

A high school basketball team competing against Cypress Creek and Bellaire in the UIL girls basketball state semifinals.

Cibolo Steele

A high school basketball team competing against Atascocita in the UIL girls basketball state semifinals.

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What’s next

The winners of the state semifinal games on March 5-6 will advance to the UIL girls basketball state championship game on March 7, 2026.

The takeaway

The UIL girls basketball state semifinals represent an exciting opportunity for Houston-area high school teams to compete for a state championship. These matchups showcase the talent and dedication of local student-athletes and will captivate basketball fans across the region.