Girls State Basketball Tournaments Underway in Huron, Rapid City, Spearfish

High school basketball competitions are heating up across the U.S., with several teams vying for championship titles. In South Dakota, the Girls State Basketball Tournaments began, showcasing top teams such as Centerville, which remains unbeaten after defeating Deubrook, and O'Gorman Knights, who improved to 22-0 with a significant win over Jefferson. In Ohio, the Pickerington Central Girls Basketball team is back in the State Championship game for the first time since 2019, led by coaches who share a deep familial bond. Meanwhile, in Maine, Bowdoin College's women's basketball team is hosting an NCAA Division III Tournament Sectional, aiming for their fourth Final Four appearance as they remain undefeated this season. As these teams progress through their respective tournaments, they demonstrate the competitive spirit and community involvement that basketball fosters across the nation.