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Petersburg Today
By the People, for the People
Petersburg Crimson Wave Advance to Class 3 Basketball State Semifinals
Senior Arkell Crenshaw scores 100th point in 102-45 quarterfinal win over Meridian
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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The Petersburg Crimson Wave boys basketball team cruised to a 102-45 victory over Meridian in the VHSL Class 3 state quarterfinal game on March 3. Senior Arkell Crenshaw scored the team's 100th point with 44 seconds remaining, fulfilling the fans' desire for a 100-point performance. The win advances Petersburg to the state semifinals scheduled for Friday.
Why it matters
Petersburg's dominant win showcases the strength of their basketball program and their ability to compete at the highest levels of high school basketball in Virginia. The Crimson Wave's performance is a source of pride for the Petersburg community and highlights the talent and hard work of the players and coaching staff.
The details
The Petersburg Crimson Wave led from start to finish, outscoring Meridian in every quarter. Arkell Crenshaw, a senior, scored the team's 100th point with 44 seconds remaining in the game, fulfilling the fans' desire for a 100-point performance. Petersburg's defense was stifling, limiting Meridian to just 45 points.
- The VHSL Class 3 boys basketball state quarterfinal game was played on March 3, 2026.
- The state semifinals are scheduled for Friday, following the quarterfinal win.
The players
Arkell Crenshaw
A senior on the Petersburg Crimson Wave basketball team who scored the team's 100th point in the quarterfinal win.
Petersburg Crimson Wave
The boys basketball team from Petersburg, Virginia that advanced to the VHSL Class 3 state semifinals with a 102-45 quarterfinal victory.
Meridian
The opposing team that Petersburg defeated 102-45 in the VHSL Class 3 state quarterfinal game.
What’s next
The Petersburg Crimson Wave will play in the VHSL Class 3 state semifinals on Friday, following their dominant quarterfinal win.
The takeaway
Petersburg's convincing victory in the state quarterfinals showcases the strength of their basketball program and their ability to compete at the highest levels of high school basketball in Virginia. The Crimson Wave's performance is a source of pride for the Petersburg community and highlights the talent and hard work of the players and coaching staff.
