Small Schools Shine at Alaska Basketball Championships

0:00Here's more Anchorage news for March 16th. The Alaska Airlines Center in Anchorage hosted the one A&2A boys and girls, basketball state championship finals on Saturday, fans saw repeat champions, first-time winners, and even an undefeated team claimed trophies in exciting match-ups. In the 1A boys' final, Shatulik Bemento's 60-46 standout Chase Kachitak scored 24 points, capping it with a big dunk at the end. Over in the girls won a game, Fort Yukon edged New Haven 52-49 for their third Shreight title, putting them in rare company with just one other team in history. Meanwhile, the two A-boys saw the nil chick take down Haynes 53-38. It marked the Wolverines' first-day championship ever, after a season where they upset bigger schools. Senior Cade McCorrisson added 18 points, pushing his career total to 2004-34, fourth all-time in Alaska High School. Hoops! The two A-girls final was a blowout, with sewer topping Glen Olin 42-26.

1:04The Seahawks stayed perfect, wrapping up a 29-0 season without a loss since December 21, 2024. These wins highlight small-school talent shining bright, with streaks and milestones that will be talked about for years in Alaska basketball circles. This story is made possible by our sponsor. Headphones in a pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com.