Maine High School Basketball Standouts Shine in Tournament

Highlights from Friday's quarterfinal games in the state basketball tournament

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Maine high school basketball tournament saw several standout performances on Friday, as teams advanced to the next round of the postseason. Players from Lawrence and Mount Desert Island put on impressive displays, with Lawrence's Maddie Provost leading her team to a 75-45 victory over Mount Desert Island.

Why it matters

The high school basketball tournament is a highly anticipated annual event in Maine, drawing passionate fans and showcasing the state's top young talent. These early-round games provide a glimpse into which teams and players could make deep runs in the tournament and potentially capture state championships.

The details

In the Class B North quarterfinal, Lawrence's Maddie Provost had a standout game, leading her team to a 75-45 victory over Mount Desert Island. Provost was a dominant force, taking shots over Mount Desert Island's Ella Watson throughout the contest.

  • The quarterfinal game took place on Friday, February 14, 2026 in Bangor, Maine.

The players

Maddie Provost

A player for the Lawrence high school basketball team who had a standout performance in the Class B North quarterfinal game.

Ella Watson

A player for the Mount Desert Island high school basketball team who faced off against Maddie Provost and Lawrence in the Class B North quarterfinal.

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The takeaway

The early rounds of the Maine high school basketball tournament showcase the state's top young talent, providing a glimpse into which teams and players could make deep postseason runs and potentially capture state championships.