Mt Pulaski Advances to 1A State Championship

Hilltopper boys basketball team wins state semifinal in overtime thriller

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Mt Pulaski High School boys basketball team secured a spot in the 1A state championship game with a dramatic 47-40 overtime victory over Brown County in the state semifinal on Thursday.

Why it matters

Mt Pulaski's appearance in the state championship game is a major accomplishment for the small town team, marking their first trip to the finals in over a decade. The overtime win showcases the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure.

The details

In a tightly contested matchup, the game went to overtime tied at 40-40. Mt Pulaski was able to pull away in the extra period, outscoring Brown County 7-0 to clinch the victory and a spot in the championship game.

  • The state semifinal game took place on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
  • Mt Pulaski and Brown County were tied 40-40 at the end of regulation, forcing overtime.
  • Mt Pulaski outscored Brown County 7-0 in the overtime period to win the game.

The players

Mt Pulaski High School

The boys basketball team from Mt Pulaski, a small town in Wisconsin, who are making their first state championship appearance in over a decade.

Brown County High School

The boys basketball team from Brown County, who fell to Mt Pulaski in the state semifinal overtime thriller.

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What’s next

Mt Pulaski will face Deer Creek-Mackinaw in the 1A state championship game on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

The takeaway

Mt Pulaski's dramatic overtime victory showcases the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, marking an impressive accomplishment for the small-town program as they advance to the state championship game.