Hillsdale Boys Basketball Makes History: First Regional Title Sends Falcons to State Final Four
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JEROMESVILLE, Ohio — One point. One moment. History made.
With a nail-biting 58–57 victory over Heartland Christian Academy, the Hillsdale Falcons captured the first regional championship in program history, earning their first-ever trip to the OHSAA State Final Four.
In a game that came down to the final possession, the Falcons showed composure, grit, and teamwork, hallmarks of a postseason run that continues to raise the bar for Hillsdale basketball.
A Historic First
Friday night’s win marks a defining moment for the program:
• First regional championship in school history
• First appearance in the OHSAA State Tournament
After securing back-to-back district titles, the Falcons have now broken new ground, advancing further than any team before them.
State Semi-Final Information
Hillsdale will compete in the OHSAA Division VII State Semi-Final at Wright State University’s Nutter Center.
- Friday, March 20
- vs. Kalida Wildcats
- 2 PM Tip-Off
- Doors open at 1:00 PM
- 360 Colonel Glenn Highway, Fairborn, Ohio
- Directions via Google Maps
Hillsdale is the Visiting Team
- Visitor seating: Sections 213–222
- Student section: Section 213
Tickets
- On sale Monday, March 16 at noon (online only)
- Adults: $18
- Students: $10
- General admission (age 6+ requires a ticket)
- Purchase on Hometown Ticketing
Parking & Venue Details
- Free parking available in Lots 1, 2, and 3
- Cashless venue (cards or mobile payment only)
Event Guidelines
- All guests will pass through metal detectors
- All guests and items are subject to physical inspection upon entry.
- Bags must be clear (12"x6"x12") or 1-gallon resealable
- No access to the court at any time
Prohibited items include:
Firearms, weapons, noisemakers, laser pointers, signs (including fat heads), school banners, pennants, noise-making shakers (pom-poms), talcum powder, confetti, balloons, food, and beverages
A Community Effort
The Hillsdale community has been a driving force behind this run, with energized student sections, and families and alumni filling the stands.
Each game has felt bigger than basketball, a reflection of the pride, unity, and support that define Hillsdale.
Now, the Falcons take the court with a state championship within reach.
Looking Ahead
With momentum on their side and history already made, the Falcons will look to continue their postseason success on the state stage.
The next chapter begins Friday, followed by the state championship on Saturday, March 21, at 4:15 PM at the University of Dayton.