A girls' high school basketball game ended early Friday night, because of a fight between players on the court.

The fight broke out during the third quarter of the game between Henry Clay and Tates Creek High Schools.

After the fight ended, game management decided to forfeit the game, with Henry Clay leading.

Fayette County school leaders say the incident is under investigation.

District Spokeswoman Lisa Deffendall released the following statement Friday night: "During the third quarter of the Henry Clay High School vs. Tates Creek High School varsity girls basketball game, officials made the decision to end the game early after an altercation between players. The incident is under investigation and we will take appropriate disciplinary action to ensure that we continue to uphold our high standard of good sportsmanship in all interscholastic athletic events within Fayette County. We will follow all KHSAA guidelines and work with that organization as we move forward."