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Covington Today
By the People, for the People
Alleghany Secures Second in Shenandoah With Win Over Rockbridge
Cougars double up Wildcats in regular season finale
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Alleghany High School's boys basketball team defeated Rockbridge in their Shenandoah District regular season finale, securing second place in the district standings behind Wilson Memorial. Bubby Entsminger led the Cougars with 17 points, while Jalen Raether added 14 and several other players contributed to the 69-33 victory.
Why it matters
This win solidifies Alleghany's position as one of the top teams in the Shenandoah District, setting them up for a strong postseason run. The Cougars have had a successful regular season, going 17-5 overall and 13-3 in district play.
The details
Alleghany jumped out to a 10-5 lead after the first quarter and extended their advantage to 34-15 by halftime. They maintained control in the second half to secure the victory. In addition to Entsminger's 17 points, Jalen Raether scored 14, Des Jordan had 11, and Kevin Worley and Talyn Elliott each added 7 points.
- The game was played on February 19, 2026.
- Alleghany finished the regular season with a 13-3 record in the Shenandoah District.
The players
Bubby Entsminger
A key player for the Alleghany Cougars, scoring 17 points in the win over Rockbridge.
Jalen Raether
Scored 14 points for the Alleghany Cougars in the victory.
Des Jordan
Contributed 11 points to the Alleghany Cougars' win over Rockbridge.
Kevin Worley
Scored 7 points for the Alleghany Cougars in the regular season finale.
Talyn Elliott
Added 7 points to the Alleghany Cougars' winning effort.
What’s next
Alleghany will now prepare for the postseason, where they will look to build on their successful regular season and make a deep playoff run.
The takeaway
Alleghany's victory over Rockbridge solidifies their status as one of the top teams in the Shenandoah District, setting them up for a promising postseason. The Cougars' balanced scoring attack and strong defensive performance were key factors in securing the win.
