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High schools Tuesday: Valley girls basketball routs rival Forest Hills

by Staff report January 6, 2026January 7, 2026

The Cavaliers easily win a clash of the top two teams in the Class S South Heal point standings.

From potential playoff previews to teams looking to maintain strong starts, these squads and games are worth watching in the coming days.

Surprise teams and intriguing regional title pictures have emerged, and big matchups loom in the new year’s first full week.

Erskine Academy makes a late run, but the Tigers come through on defense in the final minutes to stay unbeaten.

by Staff report January 5, 2026January 6, 2026

A second-half surge propels the Tigers to their seventh win in eight games.

Teams in the Class D South/East-West division, including Bethel, find ways of helping each other, especially when games take them hours from home.

by Staff report January 3, 2026January 3, 2026

The Bulldogs roll to their second win of the season.

Evan Boulard, a junior, also won the title at the Noble Invitational earlier this week.

Strong defense and a 13-0 run in the third quarter keep the Phoenix unbeaten in Class C South.

by Staff report January 2, 2026January 5, 2026

The Cavaliers lose for the first time since the 2024 Class D final, falling to undefeated Bangor Christian.