Girls basketball state tournament preview: Bartlett, Collierville face challenging draws
Bartlett forward Samiya Jones drives the lane against Collierville during action on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
Panthers are aiming to reach the Class 4A championship game for the fourth straight year. Collierville, meanwhile, is at state for the first time since 1989 — and second time ever.
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TSSAA BlueCross state basketball championships High School Girls Basketball Bartlett High Collierville HighJohn Varlas
John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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