Lisle Lions Prepare for Playoff Matchup Against Chicago Christian
– The Lisle Lions boys basketball team is set to face Chicago Christian in the second round of the 2026 IHSA (Illinois) 2A Boys Basketball Tournament – Seneca Sectional tonight at Lisle High School.
The Lions enter the game with a 10-11 overall record, having recently secured a series of wins against Wilmington (47-34), Coal City (54-47), St. Edward (54-39), Westmont (60-48), and Peotone (58-55). Chicago Christian, with a 5-11 record, has had a more uneven run, with recent results including a loss to Northridge (42-54), a win against Bulls College Prep (68-37), a loss to Chicago Hope Academy (49-61), a win against Marian Central Catholic (71-53), and a loss to Shepard (55-59).
This is a playoff game for both teams, marking a crucial stage in the 2A tournament. The matchup pits a Lisle team riding a five-game winning streak against a Chicago Christian squad looking to regain momentum after a recent loss.
According to available data, Lisle has not yet recorded any home or away wins this season, while Chicago Christian’s record is similarly split with no home or away wins specified. Lisle currently holds a win percentage of .476, while Chicago Christian’s is .312.
The game is scheduled for 7:30 PM, and tickets are available for purchase. Fans can also find a preview of the game online.
Recent reports indicate Lisle defeated Wilmington 47-34, St. Edward 54-39, and Peotone 58-55. Chicago Christian secured a victory over Bulls College Prep with a score of 68-37 and Marian Central Catholic 71-53. However, both teams have also experienced recent defeats; Chicago Christian fell to Northridge 42-54 and Chicago Hope Academy 61-49.
The outcome of tonight’s game will determine which team advances further in the Seneca Sectional bracket. The tournament includes other teams such as Yorkville Christian, Bishop McNamara, Wilmington, Pontiac, Bismarck-Henning, Peotone, El Paso-Gridley, and Prairie Central.
