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Lady Bucs Compete at Regional Basketball Tournament
VHS Basketball team faces tough competition at Aurora Conference Regional Tournament
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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The Lady Bucs basketball team from Valdez High School traveled to Galena, Alaska to compete in the Aurora Conference Regional Tournament. After defeating the Hutchison Hawks in the first round, the Bucs lost to the Monroe Catholic Rams before falling to the Delta Huskies in the consolation bracket. Despite the losses, the VHS coaching staff praised the team's effort and growth, with several players earning regional awards.
Why it matters
The regional tournament is an important event for high school basketball teams, as it determines which teams advance to the state championship. The Lady Bucs' performance showcases the talent and development of the team, which will be crucial for their future success.
The details
In the first round, the Lady Bucs got an early lead and went on to defeat the Hutchison Hawks 42-30. However, they struggled against the talented Monroe Catholic Rams in the next game, losing 74-16. The Bucs then faced the Delta Huskies in the consolation bracket, putting up a strong fight before ultimately falling 59-48.
- The regional tournament took place last week.
- The Lady Bucs defeated the Hutchison Hawks in the first round.
- The Lady Bucs lost to the Monroe Catholic Rams later that same evening.
- The Lady Bucs faced the Delta Huskies in the consolation bracket on Friday.
The players
Rylee Wade
Named to the All Region Team.
Hali Fitka
Named to the All Sport Team.
Laken Unger
Won the Freethrow Contest.
Elaine Gilson
Won the 3 Point Contest.
What they’re saying
“Our bench and younger players were forced into roles they were not quite ready for yet and they worked extremely hard every week and showed tremendous growth that will only benefit us next season.”
— VHS Coaching staff (kvakradio.com)
“The Bucs represented well in our Regional Awards.”
— VHS Coaching staff (kvakradio.com)
What’s next
The Lady Bucs will look to build on their regional tournament experience and continue to develop their young talent in preparation for next season.
The takeaway
Despite facing tough competition, the Lady Bucs basketball team demonstrated their resilience and potential for future success. The regional tournament provided valuable experience for the team's younger players, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
