Glenn High School Girls Basketball Team Falls Short in State Finals

Denton Ryan defeats Glenn 45-34 in Class 5A championship game

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The Glenn High School girls basketball team's historic season came to an end with a 45-34 loss to Denton Ryan in the Class 5A state championship game at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Despite a strong effort, Glenn struggled to overcome Denton Ryan's size and length, which led to 17 turnovers and a 22-7 disadvantage in offensive rebounds for the Grizzlies.

Why it matters

Glenn was making its first-ever appearance in a state championship game, a remarkable achievement for the young program. The loss is disappointing, but the team's run to the finals has established Glenn as an emerging power in Texas high school basketball and laid the groundwork for future success.

The details

Denton Ryan, led by 6-foot-3 Kaylin Jackson and 6-foot-1 Kinley Lewis, controlled the paint and the boards throughout the game. Glenn forward Libby Lee scored a game-high 17 points, but the Grizzlies struggled to find an offensive rhythm against Ryan's size and length. Glenn cut the deficit to 38-34 late, but Ryan closed the game on a 7-0 run to secure the victory.

  • The Class 5A state championship game was played on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Alamodome in San Antonio.
  • Glenn was making its first-ever appearance in a state championship game.

The players

Libby Lee

A standout forward for Glenn High School who led all scorers with 17 points in the championship game.

Kaylin Jackson

A 6-foot-3 center for Denton Ryan who helped control the paint and the boards.

Kinley Lewis

A 6-foot-1 forward for Denton Ryan who was a key contributor in the team's victory.

Katina Flournoy-Walker

The first-year head coach of the Glenn High School girls basketball team.

CeCe Flournoy-Walker

A senior player for Glenn High School who will not be returning next season.

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What they’re saying

“If you can control the boards, you control the game. That was our downfall. We just couldn't make that connection and grab that ball.”

— Katina Flournoy-Walker, Head Coach, Glenn High School (statesman.com)

“We couldn't outjump them.”

— Libby Lee (statesman.com)

“This season proves that even when people doubt you, you can still go far. We came up short today, but we still made it this far.”

— Kinley Huberty, Player, Glenn High School (statesman.com)

What’s next

The Glenn High School girls basketball team will look to build on this season's success and return to the state championship game in the future. With 13 starters expected to return next season, the Grizzlies have a strong foundation to make another deep playoff run.

The takeaway

Glenn High School's historic run to the state championship game, despite ultimately falling short, has established the program as an emerging power in Texas high school basketball. The Grizzlies' grit and determination in the face of a taller, more experienced opponent showed the team's potential, and the experience gained this season will be invaluable as they look to take the next step and win a state title.