Two recent WVSSAC Class AA Girls Basketball State Champions met in a highly anticipated quarterfinal showdown as Charleston Catholic faced Wyoming East at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center during the 2026 WVSSAC Girls Basketball State Tournament.

Charleston Catholic grabbed the early momentum in the opening minutes, using strong defensive pressure and efficient offense to build the first lead of the game. The Irish looked comfortable early on the state tournament stage, setting the tone against a Wyoming East squad that is no stranger to deep postseason runs.

The matchup featured two programs with championship pedigrees, as Charleston Catholic and Wyoming East are the last two Class AA state champions, making the quarterfinal one of the most intriguing games of the tournament’s opening day. Both teams entered Charleston with experienced rosters and players accustomed to competing under the bright lights of the state tournament.

Charleston Catholic relied on disciplined defense and balanced scoring to establish the early advantage, while Wyoming East looked to its veteran leadership to respond and settle into the game as the quarterfinal battle unfolded.
The winner advances further in the WVSSAC Class AA Girls Basketball State Tournament bracket, continuing the pursuit of a West Virginia high school basketball state championship.

Stay tuned for highlights, analysis, and full coverage from the WVSSAC Girls Basketball State Tournament in Charleston, West Virginia.

Teams Featured:
Charleston Catholic | Wyoming East