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Gardiner, Monmouth, Valley boys basketball savor state titles after grueling climbs

For the first time, three central Maine boys basketball teams won state championships in the same season.

Check out our way-too-early predictions for next season’s top contenders in boys and girls basketball.

Levi Laverdiere scores 33 points as the Mustangs earn their second state championship in three years.

North champion Machias and South champ Monmouth face off at the Augusta Civic Center.

The Mustangs started the season with injuries, illness and losses, but have used energy, depth and defense to earn a spot in the state title game.

by Staff Report February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

The coaches’ all-region teams also named.

In Class A, Camden Hills was the North favorite all season while Portland emerged from the South as the sixth seed.

This athletes stepped up with championships on the line.

by Staff Report February 21, 2026February 21, 2026

Noble leads the way with 4 qualifiers, and Fort Kent’s Joel Desjardins is named most outstanding wrestler.

Stella Peterson posts 20 points and nine rebounds to lead the Roadrunners to the regional final.