News - Rainier Beach Leads WIAA 3A Basketball Tournament Action

Set your calendars for February 17, as the highly anticipated 2026 WIAA District 2 3A boys basketball tournament kicks off with electrifying quarterfinals at two locations: Bellevue College and West Seattle High School. The highlight match promises an enthralling face-off between the top-seeded Rainier Beach, led by five-star small forward Tyran Stokes, and the ninth-seeded Garfield. The tournament unfolds over the week, with Bellevue College serving as the venue for Thursday’s semifinals, followed by the semifinal loser bracket games on Friday, and concluding with the exhilarating placement rounds and the championship final on Saturday, February 21. Victorious teams from Games 15, 13, and the successful contender from Game 14 will secure their tickets to the esteemed 2026 WIAA 3A Boys State Basketball Tournament at the iconic Tacoma Dome, running from February 24 to March 7. Post district tournament, the WIAA Seeding Committee will appropriately seed the state tournament contestants. Basketball enthusiasts nationwide can catch all the live action, streamed via the NFHS Network, ensuring fans won't miss a minute of this thrilling tournament. For those eager to delve further, a complete schedule and livestream details are conveniently outlined to ensure every fan stays connected. Experience the competitive spirit of high school basketball and stay in the loop with comprehensive coverage of each intense matchup. From quarterfinals to crowning a new champion, this is basketball at its most exhilarating—live! Mark these key fixtures: - Tuesday, Feb. 17: Quarterfinals - West Seattle High School: - O’Dea vs. Seattle Prep at 5 p.m. - Bellevue vs. Roosevelt at 8 p.m. - Bellevue College: - Liberty vs. Eastside Catholic at 5 p.m. - Rainier Beach vs. Garfield at 8 p.m. - Thursday, Feb. 19: Semifinals - Follow the winners from Tuesday's fixtures, with games commencing at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. - Friday, Feb. 20: Loser Bracket - Early games featured throughout the day, allowing for redemption on the court. - Saturday, Feb. 21: Final Games - Morning starts with the third-place match, tension rising at 11:30 a.m. - The afternoon features the fifth-place clash at 3 p.m. - Culminating with the gripping championship battle, schedule your evening to witness high school basketball history unfold. Join us in supporting the future stars of basketball, and don't miss the unrivaled atmosphere of the WIAA 3A Boys Basketball Tournament!