Ridgedale at Elgin — High school basketball preview (Feb. 16, 2026, 7:30 p.m. EST)

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Ridgedale visits Elgin on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, for a league meeting at Elgin High School. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. EST. Fans can follow the action on the game page: https://scorebooklive.com/ohio/basketball/games/6180495-ridgedale-vs-elgin

Game details

  • Matchup: Ridgedale Rockets at Elgin Comets

  • Date/time: Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 — 7:30 p.m. EST

  • Game page: https://scorebooklive.com/ohio/basketball/games/6180495-ridgedale-vs-elgin

  • Ridgedale Rockets (team page): https://scorebooklive.com/ohio/basketball/teams/221649-ridgedale-rockets

  • Elgin Comets (team page): https://scorebooklive.com/ohio/basketball/teams/182804-elgin-comets

Why this one matters

The Rockets and Comets meet fresh off their last matchup on Dec. 19, 2025, when Ridgedale knocked off Elgin 57-38 in Marion County (game recap: https://scorebooklive.com/ohio/basketball/games/6116356-elgin-vs-ridgedale). Expect both coaches to emphasize defense and ball control in what could be a physical, halfcourt battle.

Streaming and how to follow

  • Ridgedale on NFHS Network: https://nfhsnetwork.com/schools/ridgedale-morral-oh/basketball?referrer_name=scorebooklive&utm_campaign=scorebooklive&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=scorebooklive

  • Elgin on NFHS Network: https://nfhsnetwork.com/schools/elgin-marion-oh/basketball?referrer_name=scorebooklive&utm_campaign=scorebooklive&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=scorebooklive

No ticketing links were provided; check the Elgin school athletics site or the game page above for any local ticket details.

Fan notes & engagement

  • Ridgedale fans on SBLive: 2 — Elgin fans on SBLive: 3 (these counts may change)

  • Picks on the game page are for fun and fan engagement only and are separate from any win projections. Numbers and follower counts can shift leading up to game time — follow your team pages and make your pick to show support.

Weather

A weather forecast is listed for Marion, Ohio, for the date of the game; consult local forecasts if you plan to travel.

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