The Tennessee high school basketball season concludes today with the TSSAA state championships at MTSU's Murphy Center. Key matchups include Fulton versus Alcoa in the Class 3A championship and Chattanooga Prep competing in 2A after previously winning the last two Class 1A titles. Notably, Alcoa seeks its third consecutive championship after competing for the title for the fourth straight year. Bartlett, ranked No. 7 nationally by MaxPreps, faces Walker Valley in the 4A final, while Humboldt plays Jackson County in the 1A championship.

By the Numbers
  • Alcoa has won back-to-back titles in Class 2A (2023, 2024) and lost in the 2025 final.
  • Chattanooga Prep defeated defending 2A champion Loretto 67-44 in the semifinals to advance.
Yes, But

While Alcoa and Chattanooga Prep are favored due to their prior successes, upsets like Walker Valley's semifinal victory indicate that seeding doesn't guarantee outcomes in tournament play.

State of Play
  • The final day of games features four championships across Classes 1A-4A.
  • The matchups are as follows: Class 2A at 11 a.m., Class 3A at 1:30 p.m., Class 4A at 4 p.m., and Class 1A at 6:30 p.m.
What's Next

As these championship games unfold, outcomes may set the stage for next season, particularly for standout players seeking college recruitment and for programs aiming to build momentum moving forward.

Bottom Line

The 2026 TSSAA boys basketball championships promise thrilling conclusions to the season, signaling both the end of competition and the potential rise of new teams in Tennessee high school basketball as they eye future success.