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![2026 MHS Chess Team at the MSCA Chess Championship.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773774054/mpsdk12net/hdjv5jiiiukofwvnl1cl/MHSChess1_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1773774054/mpsdk12net/hdjv5jiiiukofwvnl1cl/MHSChess1_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1773774054/mpsdk12net/hdjv5jiiiukofwvnl1cl/MHSChess1_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1773774054/mpsdk12net/hdjv5jiiiukofwvnl1cl/MHSChess1_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773774054/mpsdk12net/hdjv5jiiiukofwvnl1cl/MHSChess1_1.jpg","width":1325}])
The Meridian High School Chess Team won first place in the K-12 MSCA State Team Competition on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The Wildcats also took home several individual awards.
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The Lady Wildcats captured an impressive first-place overall finish, showcasing their talent, determination, and teamwork throughout the meet. Their performances across multiple events helped secure the top spot among competing teams.
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History of MPSD Atheltics
700
Student-Athletes
Over 700 total student-athletes compete in sports in our middle schools and high school.
26
# of Sports
Students have the opportunity to compete in 26 different sports.
4
Boy's Basketball Championships
The MHS Basketball team won the the first 7A State Championship in 2024 and its first State Championship since 2017.
3
State Football Championships
The MHS Football team has won three state championships in 1985, 1990, and 2008.
1
Girls' Basketball State Championships
The Lady Wildcats won their only 6A State Championship in 2022 with a victory over Harrison Central.
