Trinity wins second straight District 3 3A girls basketball title

Shamrocks rally late to defeat Pequea Valley

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Trinity High School's girls basketball team won its second consecutive District 3 3A championship, rallying late to defeat Pequea Valley. The Shamrocks leaned on the leadership of senior standouts Ashley Berkheimer and Emma Kotelac-Lauer to secure the victory.

Why it matters

Trinity's girls basketball program has a storied history, having now won 19 District 3 titles. The team's ability to win back-to-back championships under a new head coach demonstrates the program's sustained excellence and the development of its young talent.

The details

In the District 3 3A title game played at Red Lion High School, Trinity overcame a late deficit to defeat Pequea Valley. The Shamrocks relied on the experience and poise of seniors Ashley Berkheimer and Emma Kotelac-Lauer to lead the comeback effort.

  • The District 3 3A girls basketball championship game was played on February 26, 2026.

The players

Ashley Berkheimer

A senior leader for the Trinity Shamrocks girls basketball team.

Emma Kotelac-Lauer

A senior standout who helped guide Trinity to its second straight District 3 3A title.

Norris Cole

The first-year head coach of the Trinity Shamrocks girls basketball team.

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The takeaway

Trinity's girls basketball program continues to be a powerhouse in District 3, demonstrating the ability to develop talent and sustain excellence even with a new head coach. The Shamrocks' back-to-back championships showcase the program's depth and resilience.