As we step into February, the second half of conference play kicks off. Teams are now focused on wrapping up their campaigns on a high note, aiming to secure strong positions for postseason opportunities while navigating the risks of injuries and illness.
The most significant highlight from the past week was in a 5A-West Top 25 clash, where Greenwood traveled to claim a remarkable victory against No. 3 Mountain Home, arguably marking their best performance of the season. This sparked notable movement in the rankings this week, although all teams managed to retain their positions in the Top 25.
The Nashville Scrapperettes make their debut in the Top 10, climbing three spots after a nonconference win against Vilonia.
Check out the complete Top 25 below.
Last week: 1
After navigating a tough week, the Wampus Cats emerged with comfortable victories over Jonesboro and Bryant. They are set to take on Little Rock Southwest before gearing up for Round 2 against No. 8 North Little Rock on Friday.
Last week: 2
Once again, fans witnessed an impressive show of basketball by the Cardinals, who continue their undefeated streak against in-state rivals, notching their ninth consecutive win. This week kicks off with a game against Siloam Springs, followed by a rematch with Alma.
Last week: 4
Charleen Hudson’s buzzer-beater kickstarted the week with a nail-biting win over Bentonville, followed by her and Kaiya McCoy leading the Bulldogs to remain flawless in 6A-West play, overcoming crosstown rival Springdale Har-Ber. The week starts with a visit to No. 7 Fort Smith Northside.
Last week: 6
While it’s clear there’s no room for complacency, the Eagles boast a solid lead in the competitive 5A-East league, sitting two games ahead as they transition into the second half of their conference schedule. Following a challenging January, they prepare to face Paragould this Friday.
Last week: 7
The Tigers anticipated swift victories against struggling Little Rock Southwest and Jonesboro teams, and they certainly delivered. Their schedule sees them travel to No. 8 North Little Rock on Tuesday for their only game this week.
Last week: 8
Although Har-Ber faced defeat in the crosstown rivalry against Springdale, their victory over Fort Smith Northside certainly counted. The team has a busy week ahead with a makeup game against Rogers, followed by Bentonville West, and then a chance for redemption against No. 19 Fayetteville on Friday.
Last week: 5
Northside experienced a narrow four-point loss to Springdale Har-Ber in their only game last week. This week will be busier with a makeup game and a three-game schedule that includes No. 3 Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville West.
Last week: 9
The Charging Wildcats took advantage of a week off to regroup after losing to Conway, bouncing back with wins over Bryant and Cabot. They have a crucial week ahead, hosting No. 5 Little Rock Central and the top team, Conway.
Last week: 10
The Bruins played one matchup last week, managing to restrict Jonesboro Westside to under 40 points, marking the fourth time in five games they’ve accomplished this feat. PA will host two games this week: a conference clash against Farmington followed by a nonconference showdown with the skilled Class 2A Earle squad.
Last week: 13
Though the Scrapperettes had a delayed start, they broke away in the third quarter and celebrated their eighth consecutive win. They have another Top 20 showdown lined up on Tuesday against No. 18 De Queen, finishing the week with a match against Hope.
Last week: 11
Despite facing a tough loss on the road, the Eagles took away valuable insights against a robust Nashville team, all while missing their standout point guard Sidni Middleton. They are counting on bouncing back against Sylvan Hills and Mount St. Mary this week in anticipation of their rematch with No. 8 Little Rock Christian on February 11.
Last week: 12
The Warriors handled their matchups efficiently, securing victories over Jacksonville and Sylvan Hills. Maintaining focus will be crucial as they face Greenbrier in their only game this week before looking to avenge an earlier loss to No. 11 Vilonia.
Last week: 3
After an impressive stretch of 14 consecutive victories, the Bombers find themselves at a crucial juncture, having lost two out of their last four games, including a surprising home defeat to Greenwood at the end of January. They’re eager to reclaim their winning momentum with an upcoming game against Harrison. They will certainly have plenty of motivation.
Last week: 17
The Tigers kicked off the game with a stunning 7-0 run, leading to a commanding victory over Fayetteville. This impressive bounce-back came shortly after they experienced a tough last-second loss to Springdale. Upcoming matches this week include Fort Smith Southside and Rogers Heritage.
Last week: 15
With 25 wins now under their belt, the Pirates are just three away from completing a flawless regular season after securing victories against Perryville and Mayflower. They will be facing Benton Harmony Grove at home this week.
Last week: 23
The Blazers deserve recognition for bouncing back well after a difficult three-game stretch. Despite suffering a 26-point loss to Greene County Tech, they showed resilience by overcoming an 18-point deficit to triumph over Marion. They followed up with a solid double-digit victory against Nettleton, marking their first consecutive wins since late December.
Last week: 19
Though they let a crucial win slip away against Harrison, the Bulldogs delivered one of their most impressive performances of the season against Mountain Home at The Hangar, capping off January on a high note. This week, they will travel to Clair Bates Arena to play against the 25th-ranked Van Buren, followed by a rematch against Harrison at home on Friday.
Last week: 18
The Leopards made a swift impact against Magnolia in their only matchup of the week. As they prepare to take on 10th-ranked Nashville on their home court on Tuesday, they will also head to Camden Fairview on Friday.
Last week: 16
The Purple Dogs faced a tough end to January, and while there have been glimpses of potential in this young team, they have struggled to secure a noteworthy conference win since besting Springdale Har-Ber at the start of the conference season. They have a chance to complete a sweep against the sixth-ranked Wildcats on Friday, but need to stay sharp against Rogers Heritage first.
Last week: 14
The Patriots faced their toughest week yet, suffering back-to-back losses for the first time this season. Nevertheless, they remain in a solid position, sitting just two games behind No. 4 Greene County Tech in the race for the 5A-East’s top spot. They will look to bounce back this week when they host No. 23 West Memphis on Friday in their only game.
Last week: 20
Following a decisive victory over Central Arkansas Christian, the Bulldogs managed to squeeze out a close three-point win against Conway Christian. This week, they face Conway St. Joseph and Newport, standing just four wins shy of a perfect regular season.
Last week: 21
While the Badgers swept their week, Maumelle put up a competitive fight in Friday’s game before Beebe ultimately secured a significant victory. They have just one game this week, taking it on the road to Greenbrier.
Last week: 22
The Blue Devils encountered a rough patch, losing three out of five games to some of the top teams in the 5A-East, but they bounced back with convincing wins against Searcy and Paragould, wrapping up January on a positive note. A highly anticipated rematch against their rivals, the 20th-ranked Marion, is set for Friday as their only game of the week.
Last week: 24
Under the leadership of head coach Keith Cornett, who recently achieved his 700th win, the Eagles dominated Rural Special to clinch the 1A-2 conference championship. They have one final conference game scheduled against Timbo on Tuesday, followed by three nonconference contests to round off the regular season.
Last week: 25
The Pointers secured the last spot in the rankings after splitting their games, coming out on top against Siloam Springs before falling to the formidable Farmington, the second-ranked team. This week, they’ll aim for a Top 25 victory on Tuesday against No. 17 Greenwood.
Dropped out: None
