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After nine years of waiting, St. Louis Catholic's boys soccer team claimed their 14th state championship with a 1-0 victory over defending champions University Lab. Junior Will Flavin scored the winning goal and earned most outstanding player honors in the dramatic Thursday night showdown.
A Colorado high school wrestling team made history by clinching their first-ever state championship, powered by three individual champions who rallied around one simple motto. The Highland Huskies scored 111 points to edge out their closest competitor by just 5.5 points in a nail-biting finish.
The Live Oak Falcons just claimed their second consecutive TAPPS 3A state basketball championship with a thrilling 56-48 victory. Two standout players delivered clutch performances when their team needed it most.
Bridgewater-Raritan's girls swim team entered the playoffs as a three seed that nobody expected to win. They just captured their first state championship in seven years with a dominant performance that proved they belonged at the top all along.
Braden River High School's girls weightlifting team just made history, claiming their first-ever state championship. The squad of seniors started together as freshmen, turning four years of hard work into their school's newest trophy.
Fifth graders created an app to save stray animals while third graders built a robotic eyeshadow applicator at Georgia's Innovation Day competition. Teams from across the region are now headed to state championships at Georgia Tech.
After an 18-year drought, Provo High School's basketball team claimed the state championship with a commanding 62-42 victory over Hurricane. The win came just days after the Bulldogs pulled off a stunning 21-point comeback in the quarterfinals.
Leake Academy's girls basketball team dominated their way to a 23rd state title with a 56-34 victory, extending their winning streak to 14 games. Coach Amanda Hatch now has seven championships in 12 seasons, with an incredible 88% winning percentage.
After nearly two decades of close calls, Waynedale High School's wrestling team finally claimed their first state championship with a dramatic comeback victory. The win marks the first state duals title in Wayne County history.
The King's Academy Lady Lions captured their first state championship in school history with a nail-biting penalty shootout victory. The West Palm Beach team capped off a near-perfect season with resilience and determination.
A Tennessee middle school basketball team just brought home their first state championship, capping off an unforgettable season. The Bolivar Middle School boys proved that hard work and teamwork can take you all the way to the top.
After nearly a decade of waiting, Robbinsville High School's wrestling team claimed their second state championship with a commanding victory. The Black Knights dominated their competition, proving that patience and persistence pay off.
High school dance teams from across Minnesota brought their A-game to the state championships, with fans and coaches creating an electric atmosphere of support. West central Minnesota teams competed in both jazz and high kick divisions, proving small towns have big spirit.
Two Connecticut high school track records fell at the state championships, including one that stood for over three decades. The victories crowned a weekend of breakthrough performances by young athletes pushing past what seemed possible.
A Maryland high school wrestling team turned a critics' insult into their rallying cry while dominating their sport for five consecutive years. South Carroll just claimed their fifth straight state championship, proving doubters wrong with dedication and teamwork.
Two gymnastics teams defended their state titles in South Dakota, showing dedication and skill on the mat. Harrisburg dominated Class AA while Estelline-Hendricks claimed Class A glory in front of home crowds.
A Colorado high school diver just claimed her place at the top of the podium. Windsor's Reagan Annable fought through fierce competition to capture the Class 4A state championship on Thursday.
Four curlers from Minnesota just brought home a state championship trophy and are heading to nationals. Team Berg swept the competition at the 2026 Minnesota Women's Club Championship.
After placing second last year, Milton High School's girls indoor track team claimed the Massachusetts Division III state championship with a dominant performance. The Wildcats won four individual events and both relay races to secure their first state title.
Two high school track teams claimed state championships in nail-biting finishes that came down to the final relay races. The Reading boys overcame a 1.5-point deficit while Milton girls secured their Division 2 title at the MIAA indoor championships.
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