Glenelg girls basketball defeats Wilde Lake in regional final

Gladiators hit key shots down the stretch to secure victory

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Glenelg High School girls basketball team defeated Wilde Lake High School in the regional final, overcoming a late comeback attempt by Wilde Lake. Key players such as Emmy Dello Russo and Stephanie Bunker made timely shots to help Glenelg preserve their lead and win the game.

Why it matters

This victory advances Glenelg to the next round of the state tournament, keeping their season alive. The game was a hard-fought battle between two talented teams in the region.

The details

When Wilde Lake cut Glenelg's double-digit lead down to just six points, Glenelg players stepped up and made crucial shots to regain control of the game and secure the victory.

  • The regional final game was played on March 5, 2026.

The players

Emmy Dello Russo

A player for the Glenelg High School girls basketball team who made important shots down the stretch to help her team win the regional final.

Stephanie Bunker

Another Glenelg High School girls basketball player who contributed key baskets to their victory over Wilde Lake.

Wilde Lake High School

The opponent of Glenelg High School in the regional final game.

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The takeaway

Glenelg's ability to make timely shots and hold off Wilde Lake's late comeback attempt showcased the team's resilience and determination to advance in the state tournament.