School Sports Tournaments
Baylor Stanton and Hannah Claire Jowers delivered standout performances at the Gwinnett County Swim League Championship, each breaking multiple records during the high-energy meet at Georgia Tech. Stanton, a Cal commit from Gwinnett Aquatics, shattered two longstanding LSC records in the 50 backstroke (21.59) and 50 freestyle (20.32), while also winning the 100 free and anchoring impressive relay splits.
Kalamazoo Christian girls soccer claimed the 2024-25 Division 4 state championship on June 14 at Michigan State’s DeMartin Stadium, capping off a dominant season. Their title victory not only solidified their place in program history but also earned them the distinction as the Kalamazoo area’s Ultimate High School State Champion.
The Somerset Berkley Regional High School boys basketball team was honored in a heartfelt ceremony where players, coaches, and staff received their Division 2 state championship rings. Head coach Bob Slater and team captain Max Finlaw proudly tried on their rings, joined by teammates and assistant coaches who celebrated the moment together around the school logo.
The City of O’Fallon proudly honored O’Fallon Township High School’s girls soccer team by proclaiming June 16, 2025, as “OTHS Girls Soccer State Champions Day.” The team captured the IHSA State Championship on June 7 with a thrilling 1-0 overtime win against Naperville North, capping off a dominant 23-1-1 season.
Hanover High School’s boys rugby team captured the Division 2 state championship on Saturday, June 14, 2025, with a commanding performance over Brookline High School at Curry College. The game was marked by standout plays from Aidan Boutin, Juneau Mofford, and Love'on Flowers, who each scored crucial tries to fuel Hanover’s momentum.
Brookline High School’s boys volleyball team ended a 33-year title drought by winning the Division 1 state championship in a thrilling four-set match over Needham at Xaverian Brothers High School. Led by senior outside hitter Kristaps Vaivars’ 27 kills and a deep supporting cast, the Warriors overcame a first-set loss to win 20-25, 27-25, 25-22, 25-15, securing their first state crown since 1992.
Glenvar High School’s boys soccer team cemented its dominance with a 2-0 victory over Bruton, securing a third consecutive VHSL Class 2 state championship. The Highlanders completed a flawless 23-0 season, showcasing their continued excellence on the field.
In a dramatic rematch of the 2023 5A boys soccer state final, Alta reversed the script and dethroned two-time defending champion Wasatch with a 3-2 victory. The Hawks overcame two deficits, including a late stretch playing with just 10 men, to capture their fourth state title since 2017. Junior Jack McAllister’s stunning 30-yard free kick sealed the win in the closing minutes, sending Alta’s fans into celebration.
For the first time in 40 years, American Fork boys soccer has repeated as state champions, defeating Bingham 1-0 in Thursday’s 6A title match. Just like the legendary 1983–84 Cavemen squads, the current team capped a dominant run with back-to-back championships — a rare feat in Utah high school soccer. Senior Lewis Knecht, the 2024 Mr. Soccer, netted the game-winner in the 29th minute to seal the hard-fought victory.
Clovis West High School delivered a clean sweep at the 2025 CIF Central Section Swimming and Diving Championships, with standout performances from juniors Sophia Oka-Fedder and Audrey Hill on the girls’ side. Oka-Fedder shifted from the 200 IM to win the 200 freestyle in 1:50.30 and defended her 100 free title, while Hill set a meet record in the 100 butterfly at 54.82. Together, they helped set a meet record in the 400 freestyle relay and lifted Clovis West to two relay golds.
Top-ranked Ogden punched its ticket to the 3A boys soccer state championship with a dramatic 1-0 overtime win against rival Ben Lomond, courtesy of Francisco Rivas’ clutch header in the 83rd minute. Goalkeeper Xavier Peregrina earned his 11th shutout of the season, anchoring a resilient defense that held strong under pressure.
Estrella Foothills etched its name in history by capturing its first-ever Division II beach volleyball title with a gritty 3-2 victory over Arcadia. Led by undefeated duo Autumn Hill and Abby Stenz, the eighth-seeded squad pulled off three straight playoff upsets, showcasing remarkable resilience and clutch performances.