High school girls basketball: Wednesday's 4A/2A first round recap

Uintah, Mountain View, Judge Memorial, and more advance in the playoffs

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

The first round of the 4A and 2A high school girls basketball playoffs took place on Wednesday, with several teams securing victories and advancing to the next round. Uintah, Mountain View, Judge Memorial, and Cottonwood were among the 4A winners, while North Sevier, American Heritage, and Gunnison Valley dominated in the 2A bracket.

Why it matters

The high school basketball playoffs are an exciting time, showcasing the talent and hard work of young athletes across the state. These results provide a glimpse into the competitive landscape as teams vie for state championship titles.

The details

In 4A, Uintah defeated Highland 51-23, Mountain View beat Murray 42-35, Judge Memorial topped Bear River 54-47, and Cottonwood edged Jordan 39-37. Tooele also advanced with a 53-36 win over Hurricane. In 2A, North Sevier routed Parowan 59-10, American Heritage crushed Rowland Hall 83-14, and Gunnison Valley dominated APA West Valley 63-19.

  • The first round of the 4A and 2A high school girls basketball playoffs took place on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Uintah

A high school basketball team that secured a dominant 51-23 win over Highland in the 4A playoffs.

Mountain View

A high school basketball team that defeated Murray 42-35 in the 4A playoffs.

Judge Memorial

A high school basketball team that topped Bear River 54-47 in the 4A playoffs.

Cottonwood

A high school basketball team that edged Jordan 39-37 in the 4A playoffs.

Tooele

A high school basketball team that defeated Hurricane 53-36 in the 4A playoffs.

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The takeaway

The first round of the high school girls basketball playoffs showcased the competitive spirit and talent of teams across Utah's 4A and 2A divisions. As the postseason continues, fans can look forward to more exciting matchups and the crowning of state champions.