Mar. 3, 2026
Maine Grandfather and Granddaughter Win Second Straight State Title Together
Valley Cavaliers coach Gordon Hartwell and his two granddaughters, Delia Hill and Liana Hartwell, celebrate another championship victory.
Mar. 3, 2026
Valley girls basketball wins second straight state championship
The Valley team celebrates their Class S title victory over Wisdom High School.
Mar. 3, 2026
Valley Boys Basketball Wins Class S Championship
Cavaliers defeat Easton 77-46 for first state title since 2016
Mar. 3, 2026
Penobscot Valley girls win back-to-back Maine state championships
The Howlers defeat Mt. Abram 42-35 in the Class D state title game
Mar. 3, 2026
Penobscot Valley Lady Howlers Clinch Class D Basketball Championship
Overcome Mt. Abram 42-35 in Augusta Civic Center showdown
Mar. 3, 2026
Fort Kent Warriors Claim First-Ever State Basketball Championship
The small-town team overcame a late comeback attempt to secure the historic victory.
Mar. 3, 2026
Portland Bulldogs Win Class A Basketball Title
Bulldogs defeat Camden Hills 76-60 to claim the championship trophy.
Mar. 3, 2026
Maine Governor Celebrates High School Basketball Tournament
Janet Mills and Republican candidate Owen McCarthy both praise the passion and community spirit of the state's premier high school sports event.
Mar. 3, 2026
Mattanawcook Academy Lady Lynx Clinch Perfect Season with State Championship Win
The undefeated Lady Lynx defeated Spruce Mountain in the Class C State Finals to cap off an impressive 22-0 campaign.
Mar. 2, 2026
Volunteers Needed for Sheriffs Cup Basketball Tournament
Downeast Family YMCA seeks help for upcoming 3-day event
Mar. 2, 2026
Maine Celtics Defeat Windy City Bulls in G League Finals
The Maine Celtics dominated the Windy City Bulls in Game 3 of the NBA G League Finals.
Mar. 1, 2026
Injured Player Scores Unexpected Basket Thanks to Opponents' Generosity
Caribou High School senior forward Liv Adams gets chance to score on tournament floor despite season-ending injury.
Feb. 28, 2026
Varsity Maine Analyzes Basketball Regional Semifinals and Finals
The Journal Tribune covers the latest high school basketball action in Maine.
Feb. 28, 2026
Maine Basketball Tournament Standouts Shine in Semifinals
Players from across the state made key contributions as their teams advanced to regional finals.
Feb. 28, 2026
Lawrence High Girls Basketball Claims Class B State Title
Supporting cast steps up to help Bulldogs defeat Oceanside in championship game
Feb. 28, 2026
Gardiner Tigers Capture Class B Boys Basketball State Championship
Gardiner holds off late rally by Yarmouth Clippers to win thrilling title game
Feb. 28, 2026
Lawrence Bulldogs win state championship over Oceanside Mariners
Bulldogs storm back from early deficit to claim Class B title
Feb. 28, 2026
Lawrence Girls Basketball Wins Class B Title
Bulldogs score 10 straight to start second half, make foul shots down stretch to defeat Oceanside
Feb. 28, 2026
Maine Teams Honored for Sportsmanship at State Title Game
Principals Association awards Sportsmanship Banners to high school teams displaying fair play and respect
Feb. 27, 2026
Camden Hills and Portland Meet in Class A Boys Basketball State Final
Nolan Ames and Camden Hills face a tough Portland defense that has shut down standout scorers in the playoffs.
