Indianapolis — In a 4A State Championship loaded with storylines, momentum swings, and star power, the Mt. Vernon Marauders delivered a historic performance Saturday night, rallying from a double‑digit deficit to defeat Crown Point 52–50 and secure the program’s first boys basketball state title. The matchup featured two of Indiana’s best: Crown Point entered at 25–1 , finally breaking through the North Semi‑State after two straight years of heartbreak, while Mt. Vernon arr

INDIANAPOLIS — Every championship game has a turning point. Some have several. But only a few end with a ball hanging on the rim long enough for an entire fan base to forget how to breathe. Parke Heritage’s first state title will be remembered for that final bounce — the one that refused to fall for Westview — but it was everything leading up to it that made Saturday’s 2A championship one of the most compelling games of the season. Both teams arrived at Gainbridge Fieldhouse

INDIANAPOLIS — In a game defined by defensive grit, momentum swings, and one unforgettable fourth‑quarter surge, the Barr‑Reeve Vikings defeated the Triton Trojans 50–37 to capture the 2026 Indiana Class 1A State Championship at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The victory marks Barr‑Reeve’s third state title in program history, joining championships from 2015 and 2021 . To get to Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Barr-Reeve defeated Liberty Christian 39-37 and Hauser 52-47 at the Washington

INDIANAPOLIS — For a moment, Mt. Vernon’s season hung in the balance. With 4:08 left in the third quarter of the 4A South Semi‑State, star guard Luke Ertel picked up his fourth foul and headed to the bench. The Marauders led 51–40, but the energy inside the gym shifted instantly. New Albany smelled opportunity — and they attacked. The Bulldogs unleashed relentless full‑court pressure, forcing turnover after turnover as Noah Washington and Karson Stoudemire fueled a furious