Indiana High School Basketball Semistate Matchups Announced After Regional Finals

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) boys basketball tournament is heading into its semistate phase after an electrifying series of regional finals held on Saturday. Twenty-four teams remain in the competition, with eight teams in each class vying for a chance to advance to next week’s state finals.

Each semistate matchup will require teams to win two games in one day to secure their place in the championship. The matchups for the semistates were announced shortly after the regional finals concluded, with pairings split between northern and southern venues. All games will be played on Saturday, with matchups kicking off in the morning and concluding with finals in the evening.

The semistate venues include: North located at Elkhart, Logansport, Michigan City, and Lafayette Jeff, and South at New Castle, Southport, Seymour, and Washington. Each team is poised for the challenge, having demonstrated resilience and skill throughout the tournament.

Some standout performances from Saturday’s regional finals included Fishers defeating Harrison (West Lafayette) 89-39, South Bend Riley overcoming Warsaw 77-71 in double overtime, and Mt. Vernon’s dominant victory over Brownsburg with a final score of 74-40.

“The competition has really intensified as we move towards the finals,” said Fishers head coach. “We prepare every day for moments like this, and now it’s time to show what we’ve got.”

The full list of Thursday’s semifinal matchups includes marquee games such as South Bend Saint Joseph versus Columbia City and East Chicago Central taking on Delta. Excitement is palpable among teams and their fans as they look ahead to the next round.

These matchups are not only crucial for the teams involved but also for fans who have supported their local high schools throughout the season. With live score updates, highlights, and recaps available online, the IHSAA aims to keep fans engaged and informed.

As the tournament progresses, the IHSAA encourages teams and fans to display sportsmanship and respect throughout the competition. “No matter the outcome, we want this to be a celebration of high school basketball and the communities that support these young athletes,” added an IHSAA representative.

With games set for next Saturday, anticipation is building across Indiana. Fans and athletes alike are gearing up for what promises to be a thrilling continuation of the IHSAA boys basketball tournament.