Southwest Ohio boys basketball teams are gearing up for OHSAA sectional tournaments, with top contenders vying for spots in district championship games and beyond. Teams like Elder, Lakota West, Moeller, and Goshen are among the favorites, with powerhouse players and strong season records.

By the Numbers
  • Elder, at 17-3, ranks in the state's top 10 and has only lost to top-ranked Moeller in the state, as well as prep school IMG Academy.
  • Lakota West, led by Isaiah Meade-Moss and freshman DI prospect Bryce Curry, holds a 14-6 record and is the No. 10 seed.
  • Moeller, with an overwhelming 20-1 record and top rank in the Associated Press Division I state poll, is heavily favored to win the sectional title.
  • Goshen, at 19-2, is having a remarkable season and is the No. 4 seed, aiming to secure a historic postseason victory.
State of Play
  • The sectional tournaments are set to begin on Feb. 19 at neutral sites across the state, with teams competing for spots in district championship games and beyond in March.
  • Key matchups include Elder vs. Colerain, Lakota West vs. West Clermont, and Moeller vs. Talawanda, with strong teams battling for supremacy.
Bottom Line

Southwest Ohio boys basketball teams are poised for an intense and fiercely competitive journey towards the district championship games, with Elder, Lakota West, Moeller, and Goshen emerging as the teams to watch in the upcoming OHSAA sectional tournaments.