State Tournament 2026 Top Teams-Division 2/Region 5

Brecksville-Broadview Heights (22-1)- Led by Ben Mehendale, the Bees have been one of the hottest teams in the state, riding a 6-game winning streak since taking their lone loss to Nordonia. Brecksville has beaten many of the top teams in the District (North Royalton and Hudson) and have a favorable road to a Regional round.

Hudson (16-7)- The Explorers have taken some close losses this year but have found some quality victories throughout the year. A closer win over Cleveland Rhodes to start the tournament is potentially the first step for Hudson to make a tournament run. Jayden Carlton will be a guy to keep an eye on.

North Canton Hoover (16-7)- The Vikings play primarily bigger schools which is why they have 7 losses on the year. Hunter Hershberger has been a major piece for Hoover who just defeated Eastlake North to kick start their postseason. With the strength of schedule both in league and non-league, Hoover should not be overlooked as a dark horse in the tournament.

North Royalton (18-5)- The Bears are looking to go back to Dayton after their run a year ago to the State Final Four. While several pieces from that team are now graduated, the Bears have still won plenty of games this year and now have the postseason experience to contend with anyone. A potential District Final with Amherst Steele could be an interesting game to watch.