Gate City tops Ridgeview, gathers momentum for postseason

Blue Devils earn regular season-ending win to build confidence ahead of tournament

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Gate City Blue Devils defeated the Ridgeview Wolfpack 64-55 in their final regular season game, led by 16 points from Parker Jenkins. The win gives Gate City momentum heading into the postseason tournament, where they are likely to be the third or fourth seed.

Why it matters

This game was an important tune-up for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming Mountain 7 District tournament. Gate City was able to secure a home win over one of the larger, stronger teams in the district, which should give them confidence heading into the playoffs.

The details

Parker Jenkins led Gate City with 16 points, while Ollie Carpenter had 11 and Kaden Houseright added 10. The Blue Devils hit 7 three-pointers, with 6 coming in the second half. Ridgeview was led by Braxton Deel's 16 points, along with 14 from Brenton Carroll. The Wolfpack cut the deficit to 9 in the fourth quarter but couldn't complete the comeback.

  • Gate City concluded the regular season on Thursday night.
  • This was Gate City's fourth game in six days, including consecutive wins over Abingdon and Ridgeview.

The players

Parker Jenkins

Led Gate City with 16 points in the win.

Corey Byrd

One of Gate City's seniors who stepped up with a strong performance in his final regular season game.

Braxton Deel

Led Ridgeview with 16 points in the loss.

Brenton Carroll

Scored 14 points for Ridgeview in the game.

Chris Fugate

Gate City's head coach, who praised his team's resilience in playing four games in six days.

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What they’re saying

“We played four games in six days. That is pretty tough and you haven't played in 15 days trying to come back. It is like starting the season all over again really.”

— Chris Fugate, Gate City head coach (timesnews.net)

“I told the kids that they honored their seniors with their effort and how they played.”

— Chris Fugate, Gate City head coach (timesnews.net)

“Ridgeview is a tough matchup. They have big strong kids and all of them can shoot the ball.”

— Chris Fugate, Gate City head coach (timesnews.net)

What’s next

The postseason has arrived, with Ridgeview hosting an undetermined opponent in the opening round of the Mountain 7 District tournament on Tuesday night. Gate City's seeding for the tournament is still to be determined, as they could be the third or fourth seed.

The takeaway

This game showed Gate City's resilience in playing a tough stretch of games, and their ability to get a key win over one of the larger teams in their district. The Blue Devils appear to be building momentum heading into the postseason tournament, where they will look to make a deep run.