News Summary

The annual Idaho high school boys basketball state championships kick off this week in Boise. With 24 thrilling first-round games scheduled from March 6, teams across multiple classifications will showcase their skills at the Ford Idaho Center. Fans can purchase tickets starting at just $10 to witness the excitement of young talent battling for glory in high-stakes competitions. From 6A to 1A, every game promises fierce competition and memorable moments.

Excitement Builds in Boise as Idaho High School Boys Basketball State Championships Kick Off

Boise, Idaho, is buzzing with excitement this week as the annual Idaho high school boys basketball state championships get underway! From March 6, teams will converge at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa, showcasing their skills in a series of thrilling matchups. This year, the event features 24 first-round games across multiple classifications, ensuring a showcase of the best young talent Idaho has to offer!

Setting the Stage

With teams battling from all classifications—ranging from 6A to 1A—the stakes are high and the competition fierce. A total of eight elite squads from around the Gem State will vie for glory in what’s fondly referred to as The Real Dairy Shootout. Whether you’re a fan of the high-paced action or just love a good underdog story, this championship has something for everyone!

Ticket Information

If you’re itching to catch the action live, tickets are currently on sale! They start at just $10 per session, available online through the Idaho High School Activities Association website and GoFan. Don’t miss the chance to experience the excitement in person, cheer for your favorite team, and witness those buzzer-beaters and outrageous plays that make high school sports so memorable!

First-Round Matchups You Can’t Miss

The first day is packed with back-to-back matchups starting at noon. Here’s what to look forward to:

6A Class Action at Ford Idaho Center
  • No. 3 Madison (21-2) vs. No. 6 Boise (11-14) – 12:00 PM
  • No. 2 Lake City (19-4) vs. No. 7 Thunder Ridge (13-11) – 2:00 PM
  • No. 1 Owyhee (20-4) vs. No. 8 Borah (11-13) – 5:00 PM
  • No. 4 Timberline (16-10) vs. No. 5 Meridian (15-9) – 7:00 PM
5A Thrills at Rocky Mountain High School
  • No. 3 Hillcrest (18-5) vs. No. 6 Columbia (14-12) – 12:00 PM
  • No. 2 Lewiston (20-4) vs. No. 7 Twin Falls (14-9) – 2:00 PM
  • No. 1 Preston (22-1) vs. No. 8 Jerome (11-13) – 5:00 PM
  • No. 4 Middleton (17-7) vs. No. 5 Bonneville (15-10) – 7:00 PM
4A Competition at Eagle High School
  • No. 3 Sugar-Salem (18-5) vs. No. 6 McCall-Donnelly (14-9) – 12:00 PM
  • No. 2 Snake River (23-3) vs. No. 7 Filer (14-9) – 2:00 PM
  • No. 1 Bonners Ferry (21-1) vs. No. 8 Kimberly (12-14) – 5:00 PM
  • No. 4 Cole Valley Christian (15-7) vs. No. 5 Marsh Valley (13-11) – 7:00 PM
3A Action at Capital High School
  • No. 3 Wendell (17-6) vs. No. 6 New Plymouth (17-7) – 12:00 PM
  • No. 2 Firth (18-5) vs. No. 7 Marsing (12-11) – 2:00 PM
  • No. 1 Declo (23-1) vs. No. 8 Orofino (9-12) – 5:00 PM
  • No. 4 Ambrose (15-8) vs. No. 5 Soda Springs (14-10) – 7:00 PM
2A Showdown at Vallivue High School
  • No. 3 Kendrick (17-7) vs. No. 6 Hagerman (16-8) – 12:00 PM
  • No. 2 Valley (22-0) vs. No. 7 Grace (12-13) – 2:00 PM
  • No. 1 Kamiah (21-2) vs. No. 8 Victory Charter (14-9) – 5:00 PM
  • No. 4 Lakeside (15-5) vs. No. 5 Riverstone (20-2) – 7:00 PM
1A Rivalries at Caldwell High School
  • No. 3 Watersprings (20-3) vs. No. 6 Challis (14-11) – 12:00 PM
  • No. 2 Rockland (20-3) vs. No. 7 Nezperce (13-5) – 2:00 PM
  • No. 1 Dietrich (19-3) vs. No. 8 Coeur du Christ (14-8) – 5:00 PM
  • No. 4 Cascade (17-6) vs. No. 5 Garden Valley (19-8) – 7:00 PM

Stay Updated!

Fans can keep track of all the action as live scores, round-by-round matchups, and updated brackets will be available throughout the championships. This way, whether you’re at the game or watching from home, you won’t miss a moment of the excitement. So grab your friend, family, or favorite snack, and dive into the exhilarating world of high school basketball!

It’s time to hit the courts and make some memories, Idaho! Let the games begin!

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