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Whitman, Blake claim county basketball titles in Rockville
County basketball fans in Rockville watched two titles decided, with Whitman's girls and Blake's boys winning championships.
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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Whitman's girls basketball team beat Richard Montgomery, while Blake's boys team topped Whitman, both in Rockville. The wins cap standout seasons for the two programs and set them up for deep runs in the upcoming Maryland high school playoffs.
Why it matters
High school basketball is a point of pride for many local communities, and these championship wins in Rockville showcase the strength of the county's basketball programs. The victories also generate excitement and momentum heading into the state playoffs.
The details
In the girls' championship game, Whitman defeated Richard Montgomery, while in the boys' title game, Blake topped Whitman. Both games were played on courts in Rockville. The wins conclude successful seasons for the two programs and position them as contenders in the upcoming Maryland high school basketball playoffs.
- The county basketball championships were decided on Rockville courts on February 26, 2026.
- The Maryland high school basketball playoffs are set to begin this weekend and continue into early March 2026.
The players
Whitman High School
A public high school located in Bethesda, Maryland that fields a successful girls' basketball team.
Richard Montgomery High School
A public high school in Rockville, Maryland that was the runner-up in the girls' county basketball championship game.
Blake High School
A public high school in Silver Spring, Maryland that won the boys' county basketball championship game.
What’s next
The Maryland high school basketball playoffs will begin this weekend, with Whitman and Blake looking to continue their successful seasons and make deep postseason runs.
The takeaway
These county basketball championships showcase the strength of Rockville's high school sports programs and the community pride surrounding them. The victories set the stage for an exciting playoff season as local teams vie for state titles.
