School Sports Tournaments
In Vermont, USA, Essex High School made history as both the boys and girls volleyball teams captured state championships in the same season for the....
In a tense and rain-soaked championship battle at Bethlehem Central High School, No. 4 Guilderland edged out No. 3 Shenendehowa in an 11-round penalty shootout to claim a share of the Section 2 Class AAA title. The teams fought through tough weather conditions and relentless pressure, showcasing grit and composure until the final kick sealed the dramatic outcome.
La Salle College High School capped off a remarkable season with a 2-0 victory over Father Judge to secure its third consecutive Philadelphia Catholic League title — the first three-peat in program history. Led by coach Tom McCaffery and senior captain Liam Connaghan, the No. 3 Explorers scored two late headers to seal the win, proving that teamwork and belief can overcome expectations.
The Houlton/GHCA boys cross country team continued their remarkable season with a dominant performance at the 2025 Penobscot Valley Conference (PVC) Championships, held Saturday, October....
Penn High School etched its name in Indiana sports history as the inaugural Girls Flag Football State Champions, completing a perfect 13-0 season with a commanding 35-12 win over Lawrence North at Grand Park Sports Campus. Under Head Coach Jerimiah Maggart, the Kingsmen showcased dominance on both sides of the ball — averaging over 42 points per game while allowing just four — and will be honored at halftime of the Indianapolis Colts vs. Tennessee Titans game on October 26.
Heritage Academy and Hilton Head Christian produced strong individual performances at the SCISA 4A swimming championships. Heritage’s Brinson Brossman finished second in the 100 backstroke, while teammates Alex Toma, Henry Johnson, and Ethan Bostjancic each earned third-place finishes in their respective events. Hilton Head Christian’s Tabi Musser won the 500 freestyle and placed third in the 100 butterfly, with Addi Rogers adding a third-place finish in the 100 freestyle. The Eagles also captured the 200 freestyle relay, and Levi Eidson finished second in the 200 freestyle and third in the 100 freestyle for the boys.
For the first time in school history, Hammond boys captured the SCISA Class 4A swimming state championship, edging Porter-Gaud by four points with a total of 161. Key contributions came from Heath Schuch, Alex Magargle, and Yukai Hu in individual events, while the Skyhawks also secured the 200 individual medley relay title. On the girls’ side, Hammond’s Stella Schuch claimed victories in the 200 individual medley and 100 breaststroke, helping the team to a fourth-place finish, while standout swimmers from Ben Lippen, Cardinal Newman, and Porter-Gaud also earned podium finishes.
The Highland High School Hawkettes from Gilbert soared to victory at the 2025 UDA National Dance Competition, claiming first place in the D1 Small Varsity Pom Division. Known for their dynamic choreography, sharp motions, and seamless synchronization, the Hawkettes impressed both judges and audiences with a championship-winning routine that showcased elite precision and unmatched energy.
The Hopkinton girls soccer team delivered a commanding 10-0 win over Bellingham at Hopkinton High School, showcasing depth, skill, and relentless offense. From Natalie Prisco’s breakaway runs to Mairin O’Connor’s sharp shooting, the Hillers controlled the pace from start to finish.
Thomasville High School’s Tigers reached a historic milestone with their 700th varsity football victory, a 50-0 win over Sumter Central. The Tigers became just the fifth program in AHSAA history to achieve the mark, joining T.R. Miller, Oneonta, Fayette County, and Deshler in the elite 700-win club. With a current record of 700-353-49, Thomasville has built its legacy over more than a century of competition.
MaxPreps’ latest feature on the longest active state-championship streaks highlighted the dominance of U.S. high school swim programs, led by Carmel (Ind.) High School girls, who have won 39 straight titles since 1987. Guided by Coach Chris Plumb, the Greyhounds are widely regarded as the premier high school program in the nation and will pursue their 40th crown in February.
Defending 5A champion Olympus continued its midseason surge with a 1-0 win over Brighton, marking the teams’ first meeting since last year’s state final. Eliza Anderson’s first-half goal, intended as a cross, proved decisive as the Titans extended their region win streak to four.
