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Sophomore Pelletier Scores 42 Points in Easton's Tourney Opener
Mason Pelletier's offensive outburst powers Easton to blowout win in Class S North tournament
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Sophomore forward Mason Pelletier of Easton High School had a dominant performance in the team's opening game of the Class S North basketball tournament, scoring 42 points and adding 9 steals and 5 assists to lead his team to an 83-35 victory over Wisdom High School.
Why it matters
Pelletier's standout game highlights the talent and potential of young players in Maine's newly created Class S division for smaller schools. Easton, a small school in Aroostook County, is looking to make a deep tournament run after falling short in the quarterfinals last year.
The details
Pelletier caught fire early, making his first few shots and then continuing his offensive onslaught throughout the game. He played a key role in Easton's stifling defense as well, recording 9 steals. Pelletier's teammate, senior guard Raiden Cochran, also contributed 14 points in the blowout win.
- The Class S North tournament game took place on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
The players
Mason Pelletier
A sophomore forward for Easton High School who scored 42 points, had 9 steals, and 5 assists in the team's tournament opener.
Raiden Cochran
A senior guard for Easton High School who scored 14 points in the team's tournament win.
Sam Tardiff
The leading scorer for Wisdom High School with 11 points in the loss.
What they’re saying
“The key was just listening to coach's plan, honestly. After I made those first couple of shots, I knew I was in the zone, so I just kept going.”
— Mason Pelletier, Sophomore Forward (bangordailynews.com)
“We just wanted to prove a point and let everybody know that we're here to win.”
— Mason Pelletier, Sophomore Forward (bangordailynews.com)
“We have the biggest crowd throughout our whole season, and it feels great to hear the crowd cheer and them call your name after.”
— Mason Pelletier, Sophomore Forward (bangordailynews.com)
What’s next
Easton will advance to the next round of the Class S North tournament, where they will face a tougher opponent as they look to make a deep postseason run.
The takeaway
Mason Pelletier's dominant performance as a sophomore highlights the rising talent in Maine's newly formed Class S division for smaller schools. Easton, a small school in Aroostook County, is proving it can compete with the best teams in the state tournament.
