High School Basketball

More than 21,000 votes were cast for Athlete of the Winter as seven County athletes earned top honors after a standout winter season.

The Aroostook League Scholars Banquet honored top student-athletes in Caribou, with Julia Clukey sharing her story and ten $500 scholarships awarded to County seniors.

A packed gym in Caribou watched County seniors shine in the Bob White Aroostook League All-Star Games. Ava Lerman scored 29, Maggie Mahan had 26, and Landon Belanger dropped 30 in a fun season sendoff.

As the final buzzer sounded, certain players emerged as stars, earning their spot on the coveted All-Tournament Team.

Valley beat Wisdom 48-30 to win the Class S girls state championship. The Cavaliers led 13-3 after one and 26-12 at halftime behind strong defense. Ava Lerman scored 20 for Wisdom as the Lady Pioneers finished 20-2.

The 2026 101.9 The Rock Girls All-Tournament Team is announced. First Team: Ava Lerman, Quinn Corrigan, Madi Cyr, Polly Cullen, Lilly Burtt. Second Team: Ayanna Lester, Harleigh Allen, Peyton Roy, Lilly Bell, Marion Young. Congrats to all.

Halftime at the state title game turned into a celebration of integrity, as teams received honors for sportsmanship—bringing a whole new meaning to teamwork.

Three County teams play for state titles Saturday: Wisdom at 11:05am, Easton around 12:45pm, and Fort Kent around 8:45pm. Full preview with tourney numbers here, plus recaps and results on 101.9 The Rock all day.

The Aroostook League All-Star Basketball Games are Thursday, March 5 at 5:30 p.m. at Caribou High School. Check the girls and boys senior all-star rosters and get ready for a great night of County hoops.

The 2026 Aroostook League All-Star Teams are out, celebrating County standouts in basketball, Nordic, and Alpine events. Congrats to all athletes, coaches, and schools on a great season.