Cle Elum-Roslyn Wins 2B Girls State Championship

Warriors claim first title since 1993 with 49-43 victory over Reardan

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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In a back-and-forth, physical battle, the No. 5 seed Cle Elum-Roslyn Warriors pulled away in the fourth quarter to defeat the No. 4 seed Reardan Screaming Eagles 49-43 and claim the 2B Girls State Championship, their first title since 1993.

Why it matters

The 2B Girls State Championship game featured two evenly matched teams fighting for the coveted state title. Cle Elum-Roslyn's victory marks a significant milestone for the program, as they had not won a state championship in over 30 years.

The details

Entering the fourth quarter, Cle Elum-Roslyn led by just one point, 39-38. However, the Warriors played strong defense in the final frame, holding Reardan to just five points while adding 10 of their own to secure the six-point victory. Cle Elum-Roslyn was led by Gracie Glondo, who scored 22 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, and Nellie Nicholls, who recorded a double-double with 21 points and 14 rebounds.

  • The 2B Girls State Championship game was played on March 8, 2026.
  • Cle Elum-Roslyn last won the state title in 1993.

The players

Gracie Glondo

A key player for the Cle Elum-Roslyn Warriors, scoring 22 points and grabbing 8 rebounds in the championship game.

Nellie Nicholls

Recorded a double-double with 21 points and 14 rebounds for the Cle Elum-Roslyn Warriors in the title game.

Chasyn Water

Led the Reardan Screaming Eagles with 16 points in the championship game.

Tenice Waters

Contributed 8 points and 11 rebounds for the Reardan Screaming Eagles in the title game.

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The takeaway

Cle Elum-Roslyn's championship victory after a 30-year drought demonstrates the resilience and determination of the program, inspiring the local community and showcasing the high level of talent in 2B girls' basketball in Washington state.