South Shore MIAA High School State Tournament Schedule and Stars

Braintree girls basketball players discuss playoff win as tournament heats up

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The MIAA state high school tournament is in full swing, with several South Shore teams and players making headlines. Braintree's girls basketball team, led by stars Eva Downing and Kate Sweeney, defeated Attleboro 55-25 in the Division 1 Round of 32 on Friday, February 27th.

Why it matters

The MIAA state tournament is a highly anticipated annual event that showcases the top high school athletic talent in Massachusetts. Strong performances by South Shore teams and players like Braintree's Downing and Sweeney generate excitement and pride in the local community.

The details

In their Division 1 Round of 32 matchup, Braintree's girls basketball team, the Wamps, defeated Attleboro 55-25. Leading the way for Braintree were junior forward Eva Downing and senior guard Kate Sweeney, who both had standout games to propel their team to victory.

  • The MIAA state tournament is currently underway.
  • Braintree defeated Attleboro on Friday, February 27, 2026.

The players

Eva Downing

A junior forward on the Braintree girls basketball team.

Kate Sweeney

A senior guard on the Braintree girls basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The MIAA state tournament showcases the top high school athletic talent in Massachusetts, generating excitement and pride in local communities. Strong performances by South Shore teams and players like Braintree's Downing and Sweeney demonstrate the depth of talent in the region.