Our Favorite Photos from Friday's High School Basketball Quarterfinals

The Maine state basketball tournament gets underway in earnest across the state.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Maine high school basketball tournament kicked off on Friday with quarterfinal matchups across the state. Photographers were on hand to capture the action, including drives to the basket, rebounds, and loose ball battles as teams fought to advance to the next round of the playoffs.

Why it matters

High school basketball is a beloved tradition in Maine, with passionate fans and communities rallying around their local teams. These quarterfinal games mark an important milestone in the journey to determine state champions in each class.

The details

The quarterfinal games featured intense competition across multiple classifications, including Class A, B, and C. Players showcased their skills, hustling for loose balls, driving to the hoop, and battling for rebounds as they looked to lead their teams to victory and a spot in the semifinals.

  • The Maine state basketball tournament games were played on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Sophia Littel

A player for the Greely basketball team.

Maddison Poitras

A player for the Marshwood basketball team.

Brady Atwater

A player for the Gardiner basketball team.

Campbell Coutts

A player for the Erskine basketball team.

Nya Avery

A player for the York basketball team.

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The takeaway

These quarterfinal games showcased the passion and talent of high school basketball players across Maine, as they competed to advance in the state tournament and bring pride to their local communities.