The high school basketball scene in Southeast Colorado showcased intense matchups from February 17 to 21, 2026, with several teams delivering impressive performances across various classifications. Notable victories included strong showings by both Class 1A and Class 2A teams, underscoring the competitive spirit of local high school athletics.
Class 1A Highlights
On February 17, the game between Kim/Branson and Holly ended with a decisive win for Kim/Branson, who triumphed 43-9. In another notable clash, Genoa-Hugo/Karval faced Byers, losing 36-51. The following day, Springfield and Cheraw, both boasting an identical record of 14-3, battled fiercely, with Cheraw emerging victorious at 43-38.
February 19 saw top-ranked McClave dominate against Las Animas, winning 64-15. Meanwhile, Eads continued their strong season, defeating Genoa-Hugo/Karval 50-18. Other key games included Idalia overcoming Stratton 53-43, and Cheraw securing a 45-5 victory over Holly.
The final day of matches featured McClave once again proving their prowess, narrowly defeating Burlington 49-47. Kit Carson dominated Bethune with a score of 63-8, while Kim/Branson triumphed over Walsh, ending the game 64-18.
Class 2A Performances
In Class 2A, February 17 witnessed Swallows Charter Academy facing off against Fowler, where Fowler won 46-19. Swink also had a strong performance against Rocky Ford, finishing with a score of 55-38.
The matchups intensified on February 19, with Burlington defeating Deer Trail convincingly, 60-22. Later that day, Simla continued their flawless season with a 58-36 victory against Burlington.
February 20 saw additional action, including Peyton‘s match against Fowler, which resulted in a 42-30 win for Peyton. Not to be outdone, Las Animas faced Hoehne, but fell short at 26-40.
The weekend concluded with Evangel Christian Academy defeating Limon 60-30, showcasing their strength in the Class 1A division.
Class 4A Matchups
Class 4A teams also had significant games during this period. On February 18, La Junta defeated Ellicott 48-28, while Lamar faced St. Mary’s, with St. Mary’s winning 59-39.
On February 20, Florence faced La Junta but was unable to secure a victory, ending the game at 29-44 in favor of La Junta.
These recent matchups highlight the competitive landscape of high school basketball in Southeast Colorado. The upcoming weeks promise more thrilling action as teams aim to solidify their standings in their respective leagues.
