As the 2025-26 season bounces to the calendar in January, Savannah-area high school basketball is officially in the heat of region play. Week 9 standings show some teams separating themselves, some right in the mix, and others learning the hard lesson every coach knows well: region games leave no room for mistakes. Region play Is here full speed, and some Savannah-Area teams are already feeling the pressure.
The next six weeks will determine playoff spots, seeding, and momentum. Non-region wins built confidence early, but now, teams must take care of business against familiar opponents.
Below is a simple breakdown of where things stand, boys and girls, and what it means moving forward. Followed by Week 9 standings as of January 5, 2026 as posted on MaxPreps.com.
BOYS BASKETBALL
GHSA 6A – Region 1
This region is tight early. Valdosta, Colquitt County, and Lowndes are all 1-0 in region play. Lowndes also brings the best overall record in the group. Richmond Hill, Tift County, and Camden County are all 0-1, meaning the next game is critical to avoid falling behind.
Coach’s takeaway (key point): One win or loss here can determine the outcome of the entire race.
GHSA 5A – Region 1
Region play hasn’t started yet, but the table is set. Brunswick and Statesboro are rolling, Bradwell Institute is steady, and several teams are hovering around .500. Once region games tip off, expect quick movement in the standings.
Coach’s takeaway (key point): Details matter now—region games will reveal every strength and weakness.
GHSA 4A – Region 1
Ware County and Wayne County lead the way overall, but nobody has a region win yet. Benedictine and New Hampstead will need fast starts once region play begins.
Coach’s takeaway (key point): Winning the first two region games often determines which teams are contenders and which teams are chasing.
GHSA 3A – Region 3
This is one of the most competitive regions around. Long County sits at 3-0, but Beach, Liberty County, and Calvary Day are right behind at 3-1. Islands and Johnson are still within striking distance.
Coach’s takeaway: Don’t assume any loss is acceptable; every game is important.
GHSA Class A Division I – Region 3
Savannah Christian and Savannah Country Day are off to strong starts. Vidalia and Toombs County are right there as well. This region will come down to consistency.
GHSA Class A Division II – Region 3
Screven County (5-0) has the early edge, with McIntosh County Academy and Portal applying pressure. Bryan County is still fighting through region games.
Coach’s takeaway (key point): From this stage forward, only the region record truly matters.
Private & Independent Leagues
Bulloch Academy and St. Andrew’s lead GIAA AAAA/AAA District 2. In GIAA Class A Region 6, Citizens Christian and FPCA are setting the pace. GAPPS 1A Region 4 belongs to Heritage Christian and The Habersham School early.
Home School Basketball
Coastal Home School continues its dominant run, while Savannah Athletic Association looks to turn things around.
GIRLS BASKETBALL
GHSA 6A – Region 1
Valdosta, Lowndes, and Tift County all start 1-0 in region play. Richmond Hill, Colquitt County, and Camden County are chasing.
Coach’s takeaway (key point): Teams must respond quickly—early losses could cost playoff chances.
GHSA 5A – Region 1
Bradwell Institute remains unbeaten overall, with Brunswick and Glynn Academy also in strong position. Region play will test depth and discipline.
GHSA 3A – Region 3
Jenkins leads at 3-0, with Liberty County and Beach close behind. Groves is surging with a five-game win streak, while several teams are still searching for answers.
GHSA Class A Divisions D1 & D2
Bryan County is perfect in region play in Division II, while Vidalia holds the early edge in Division I. These races are far from settled.
Private & Independent Girls
Memorial Day leads GIAA Class A Region 6 overall, while Trinity Christian and Habersham are early leaders in GAPPS play.
WHY REGION RECORDS MATTER NOW
This is the point in the season where region wins outweigh non-region success. Overall records still tell part of the story, but region results determine seeding, playoff paths, and margin for error.
As Week 9 moves into January, one message stands out: Take care of your region games, or risk spending the rest of the season trying to catch up.
The next six weeks will define Savannah basketball. Standings as of January 5, 2026 from MaxPreps.com set the stage for the season ahead.
| SAVANNAH AREA HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL STANDINGS | ||||
| WEEK 9 - AS OF January 4, 2026 | ||||
| as posted on MaxPreps January 5, 2026 | ||||
| BOYS | ||||
| GHSA 6A – Region 1 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Valdosta | 1-0 | 6-7 | W1 | |
| Colquitt County | 1-0 | 5-7 | W2 | |
| Lowndes | 1-0 | 11-5 | W3 | |
| Richmond Hill | 0-1 | 7-6 | L2 | |
| Tift County | 0-1 | 5-6 | L5 | |
| Camden County | 0-1 | 10-4 | L1 | |
| GHSA 5A – Region 1 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Statesboro | 0-0 | 9-1 | W6 | |
| Brunswick | 0-0 | 13-2 | W9 | |
| Bradwell Institute | 0-0 | 10-3 | W1 | |
| Evans | 0-0 | 8-6 | L1 | |
| South Effingham | 0-0 | 8-8 | W1 | |
| Greenbrier | 0-0 | 5-8 | L1 | |
| Effingham County | 0-0 | 5-9 | L3 | |
| Glynn Academy | 0-0 | 5-12 | W1 | |
| Lakeside | 0-0 | 2-14 | L7 | |
| GHSA 4A – Region 1 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Ware County | 0-0 | 10-2 | W1 | |
| Wayne County | 0-0 | 9-4 | W1 | |
| Perry | 0-0 | 4-7 | W1 | |
| New Hampstead | 0-0 | 5-9 | W1 | |
| Warner Robins | 0-0 | 4-9 | L5 | |
| Benedictine | 0-0 | 2-9 | L1 | |
| GHSA 3A – Region 3 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Long County | 3-0 | 11-2 | L1 | |
| Beach | 3-1 | 8-6 | L1 | |
| Liberty County | 3-1 | 4-6 | L3 | |
| Calvary Day | 3-1 | 9-4 | L3 | |
| Islands | 2-1 | 7-7 | W1 | |
| Johnson | 2-2 | 6-7 | W1 | |
| Jenkins | 1-2 | 6-6 | W3 | |
| Groves | 1-2 | 6-9 | L3 | |
| Windsor Forest | 0-4 | 2-8 | W2 | |
| Southeast Bulloch | 0-4 | 1-8 | L6 | |
| GHSA Class A Division I – Region 3 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Savannah Christian | 1-0 | 11-1 | W8 | |
| Savannah Country Day | 1-0 | 8-2 | W1 | |
| Toombs County | 1-1 | 10-4 | W2 | |
| Vidalia | 1-1 | 11-1 | W6 | |
| Swainsboro | 0-1 | 6-4 | L1 | |
| Woodville-Tompkins | 0-1 | 7-5 | L2 | |
| GHSA Class A Division II – Region 3 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Screven County | 5-0 | 8-3 | 1W | |
| McIntosh County Academy | 4-0 | 6-6 | 2L | |
| Portal | 3-1 | 9-1 | 4W | |
| Savannah | 2-2 | 8-5 | 1L | |
| Metter | 2-2 | 5-4 | 2L | |
| Bryan County | 2-4 | 3-9 | 3L | |
| Claxton | 1-2 | 2-6 | 5L | |
| Jenkins County | 0-3 | 0-6 | 6L | |
| Emanuel County Institute | 0-4 | 0-7 | 7L | |
| Savannah Classical Academy | 0-0 | 4-7 | 1W | |
| GIAA AAAA/AAA – District 2 Basketball Standings | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Bulloch Academy | 0-0 | 8-3 | 2L | |
| St. Andrew's | 0-0 | 7-5 | 1L | |
| Pinewood Christian | 0-0 | 4-5 | 1W | |
| Frederica Academy | 0-0 | 3-6 | 2L | |
| Westminster Schools of Augusta | 0-0 | 4-8 | 5L | |
| GIAA Class A – Region 6 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Citizens Christian Academy | 0-0 | 11-3 | W2 | |
| First Preparatory Christian Academy | 0-0 | 9-3 | W2 | |
| Robert Toombs Christian Academy | 0-0 | 6-4 | W2 | |
| Memorial Day | 0-0 | 2-11 | L8 | |
| GAPPS 1A – Region 4 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Heritage Christian Academy | 3-0 | 5-3 | 3W | |
| The Habersham School | 3-0 | 10-6 | 4W | |
| Trinity Christian | 2-1 | 4-6 | 1L | |
| Veritas Academy | 0-3 | 1-8 | 1W | |
| Faith Christian Academy | 0-4 | 1-7 | 1L | |
| SCISA 2A – Region III | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Bethesda Academy | 0-0 | 5-5 | 2W | |
| Cross | 0-0 | 7-8 | 1W | |
| Beaufort Academy | 0-0 | 2-3 | 2L | |
| Andrew Jackson Academy | 0-0 | 5-12 | 1W | |
| Thomas Heyward Academy | 0-0 | 2-5 | 1W | |
| Holy Trinity Classical Christian | 0-0 | 0-3 | 3L | |
| Home School Basketball | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Coastal Home School | 0-0 | 21-1 | 18W | |
| Savannah Athletic Association (Home School) | 0-0 | 5-10 | 1L | |
| GIRLS | ||||
| GHSA Class 6A – Region 1 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Tift County | 1-0 | 9-5 | 3W | |
| Valdosta | 1-0 | 14-1 | 14W | |
| Lowndes | 1-0 | 12-3 | 5W | |
| Richmond Hill | 0-1 | 7-6 | 3L | |
| Colquitt County | 0-1 | 7-6 | 2L | |
| Camden County | 0-1 | 8-6 | 3L | |
| GHSA Class 5A – Region 1 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Bradwell Institute | 0-0 | 15-0 | 15W | |
| Brunswick | 0-0 | 12-3 | 2W | |
| Evans | 0-0 | 11-3 | 1L | |
| South Effingham | 0-0 | 12-5 | 3L | |
| Statesboro | 0-0 | 7-3 | 1L | |
| Glynn Academy | 0-0 | 11-5 | 1W | |
| Greenbrier | 0-0 | 4-11 | 3L | |
| Effingham County | 0-0 | 3-10 | 1L | |
| Lakeside | 0-0 | 0-9 | 9L | |
| GHSA Class 3A – Region 3 | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Jenkins | 3-0 | 9-4 | 2W | |
| Liberty County | 3-1 | 5-5 | 1L | |
| Beach | 3-1 | 6-6 | 3L | |
| Groves | 2-1 | 9-4 | 5W | |
| Southeast Bulloch | 2-1 | 2-3 | 1W | |
| Long County | 1-2 | 5-5 | 4L | |
| Windsor Forest | 1-2 | 5-5 | 2W | |
| Calvary Day | 1-3 | 1-11 | 8L | |
| Islands | 0-2 | 0-11 | 11L | |
| Johnson | 0-3 | 1-5 | 5L | |
| GHSA Class A Division I – Region 3 | ||||
| Team | Region Record | Overall Record | Streak | |
| Vidalia | 2-0 | 6-5 | 2W | |
| Savannah Country Day | 1-0 | 6-6 | 2W | |
| Swainsboro | 1-1 | 6-3 | 2W | |
| St. Vincent's | 1-1 | 6-5 | 1L | |
| Woodville-Tompkins | 1-1 | 6-6 | 1L | |
| Savannah Christian | 0-1 | 4-8 | 5L | |
| Toombs County | 0-2 | 3-8 | 3L | |
| GHSA Class A Division II – Region 3 | ||||
| Team | Region Record | Overall Record | Streak | |
| Bryan County | 6-0 | 13-1 | 10W | |
| Metter | 3-1 | 3-2 | 1W | |
| McIntosh County Academy | 3-1 | 3-8 | 1L | |
| Screven County | 3-2 | 5-4 | 3L | |
| Portal | 2-2 | 4-6 | 3L | |
| Emanuel County Institute | 2-3 | 3-3 | 1L | |
| Jenkins County | 0-3 | 1-7 | 1W | |
| Claxton | 0-3 | 2-6 | 6L | |
| Savannah | 0-4 | 1-4 | 1W | |
| GIAA AAAA/AAA District 2 | ||||
| Team | Region Record | Overall Record | Streak | |
| Frederica Academy | 0-0 | Aug-00 | 8W | |
| Westminster Schools of Augusta | 0-0 | 1-Oct | 2W | |
| Bulloch Academy | 0-0 | 4-Sep | 1L | |
| Pinewood Christian | 0-0 | 4-May | 1L | |
| St. Andrew's | 0-0 | 7-Jul | 3L | |
| GIAA Class A – Region 6 Basketball Standings | ||||
| Team | Region Record | Overall Record | Streak | |
| Memorial Day | 0-0 | 11-2 | 1L | |
| Robert Toombs Christian Academy | 0-0 | 6-5 | 1W | |
| Citizens Christian Academy | 0-0 | 7-7 | 2L | |
| GAPPS 1A – Region 4 Basketball Standings | ||||
| Team | Region Record | Overall Record | Streak | |
| Trinity Christian | 1-0 | 7-2 | 3W | |
| The Habersham School | 1-1 | 4-6 | 5L | |
| Faith Christian Academy | 0-1 | 1-4 | 1L | |
| Heritage Christian Academy | 0-0 | 3-2 | ||
| Home School Basketball | ||||
| Team | Region W-L | Overall W-L | Streak | |
| Savannah Athletic Association (Home School) | 0-0 | 10-7 | 2L | |
| Coastal Home School | 0-0 | 8-10 | 1W | |
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