Lourdes Girls Basketball Advances to Section Final

Sophomore Aaliyah Pegram leads team to victory in defensive battle

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Lourdes girls basketball team, fresh off a state championship just two seasons ago, defeated Kingston in the Section 9 Class AAA semifinals on Thursday night. Sophomore Aaliyah Pegram was the standout performer, showcasing her athleticism and finishing ability despite limited varsity experience at this level.

Why it matters

Lourdes has been a powerhouse in girls basketball, winning a state title recently. This playoff win continues their strong run and sets them up for a chance at another section championship, which would be a major accomplishment for the program.

The details

In a defensive battle, Lourdes was able to pull out the victory over Kingston. Sophomore Aaliyah Pegram, who has limited varsity experience, emerged as a key contributor with her athleticism and scoring ability.

  • The game was played on Thursday night, March 6, 2026.

The players

Aaliyah Pegram

A sophomore on the Lourdes girls basketball team who had a standout performance in the playoff win, showcasing her athleticism and finishing skills despite limited varsity experience.

Lourdes Girls Basketball

The girls basketball program at Our Lady of Lourdes High School, which won a state championship just two seasons ago and continues to be a powerhouse in the region.

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The takeaway

Lourdes' girls basketball program remains a force to be reckoned with, as they continue their strong playoff run after winning a state title just two years ago. The emergence of young talent like sophomore Aaliyah Pegram bodes well for the team's future success.