Mansfield Lake Ridge's boys basketball team, for the first time in the school's history, has advanced to the state tournament in San Antonio, aiming to clinch the elusive state championship, facing the formidable Plano East.

The Big Picture

Lake Ridge is striving to become the first No. 3 seed to secure a state title in the UIL's top classification, with a balanced team that has defied expectations and displayed remarkable chemistry.

By the Numbers
  • Lake Ridge has nine seniors aiming for their first college commitments after the state tournament.
  • Top scorers include Rose (12.8 ppg), McMillian (12.7 ppg), Alexander (11.0 ppg), and Nwakamma (10.7 ppg).
State of Play
  • Lake Ridge stands as the third consecutive Mansfield ISD school in three years to reach the boys basketball state tournament.
  • The team's journey has been marked by overcoming challenges, like incorporating new players and beating tough opponents to reach the state tournament.
What's Next

Lake Ridge, facing Plano East and potentially Round Rock Stony Point, is poised to make history and secure the first team sport state championship for the school.

Bottom Line

Lake Ridge's underdog story as they pursue a historic state basketball championship showcases teamwork, determination, and the potential for an unprecedented victory in school history, embodying the essence of sports' ability to inspire and surprise.