Some of the best action from boys and girls hoops — including a harsh rejection.
Lee Horton
Lee Horton is the Varsity Maine Editor for the Maine Trust for Local News. He joined the Sun Journal as assistant sports editor in July 2016, then served as sports editor from May 2018 to May 2024. Prior to moving to Maine, he was the sports editor at the Peninsula Daily News in Port Angeles, Washington.
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Big plays from boys and girls basketball games.
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All 5 teams appear in every voter’s rankings. That’s rare.
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South Portland moves into top spot as 17 teams garner votes and four receive first-place votes.
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Only three squads appear on all nine voters’ rankings.
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Steals, dunks and clutch shots from the opening week.
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