Laredo Girls Basketball and St. Augustine Boys Head to Playoffs

Playoff schedules for Laredo's top high school basketball teams

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The girls basketball teams from Alexander, United South, and South High Schools in Laredo, Texas have all qualified for the playoffs, along with the St. Augustine boys team. The article outlines the playoff matchups and schedules for each of these teams as they compete in the postseason.

Why it matters

High school basketball playoffs are an exciting time for local communities, as teams vie for championships and a chance to advance to state-level competition. These Laredo teams have worked hard all season and now have the opportunity to showcase their skills on the biggest stage.

The details

The Alexander Lady Bulldogs, United South Lady Panthers, and United Lady Longhorns all finished in the top three of District 30-6A and will represent Laredo in the Class 6A playoffs. Alexander faces San Marcos, United South takes on Cibolo Steele, and United draws Buda Johnson in their respective bi-district round matchups. The Cigarroa Lady Toros, champions of District 30-5A, will also compete in the 5A playoffs, facing Corpus Christi Carroll. On the boys side, the St. Augustine Knights, district champions of TAPPS District 3-5A, will host Woodlands Legacy Prep in the area round.

  • The girls basketball playoff games will take place on February 16 and 17, 2026.
  • The St. Augustine boys basketball playoff game is scheduled for February 17, 2026.

The players

Rudy Elizondo

Head coach of the Alexander Lady Bulldogs.

Matthew Garcia

Head coach of the United South Lady Panthers.

Frank Gonzalez

Head coach of the United Lady Longhorns.

Juan Carmona

Head coach of the Cigarroa Lady Toros.

Rodrigo Romo

Head coach of the St. Augustine Knights.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The winners of the bi-district round games will advance to the area round of the playoffs.

The takeaway

Laredo's top high school basketball programs have all qualified for the playoffs, showcasing the strength of the local basketball community. These teams will now have the opportunity to compete for championships and advance to higher levels of competition.