News Summary
The 2024-2025 Vermont high school winter sports season has officially started in Burlington, bringing back thrilling competitions in basketball and hockey. Local teams are actively reporting their results, showcasing impressive performances. Highlights include Burlington’s close victory over Champlain Valley, Rice Memorial’s dominating win against Burr and Burton, and the ongoing state championships. With more games lined up, community support for local athletes is crucial as winter sports excitement heats up.
Winter Sports Season Heats Up in Burlington
Hello, Burlington residents! Excitement is in the air as the 2024-2025 Vermont high school winter sports season has officially kicked off! The thrill of competition, the sound of sneakers squeaking on the hardwood, and the roar of cheering fans are back, and it’s all happening right here in our community.
Coaches and team representatives are busy reporting their game results, making sure that everyone stays up to date with how our local teams are performing. If you want to share the latest updates, don’t forget to reach out through the designated email for reporting game scores. Let’s keep that team spirit alive!
Basketball Scores: The Highlights
Let’s dive into some of the most exciting basketball scores from the past week!
In a nail-biter, No. 1 Burlington managed to edge out No. 8 Champlain Valley with a score of 41-36. It was no easy feat; Luke Allen16 points, while Burlington’s Abdi Sharif18 points.
No. 4 South Burlington faced off against No. 5 Rutland, winning 52-42. Kai Davidson14 points and 4 steals, and with his four three-pointers, he was instrumental in helping South Burlington reach the Final Four for the first time since 2021!
The mighty No. 2 Rice Memorial dominated over No. 7 Burr and Burton, posting an impressive 84-34 win. Owen Eaton28 points, including eight three-pointers! This victory marks Rice’s eighth consecutive Final Four appearance and the 40th in total, a true testament to their skill and teamwork.
Another exciting match was between No. 3 St. Johnsbury and No. 6 Mount Mansfield, where St. Johnsbury secured a close victory at 66-61. Rex Hauser1,000 career points in this thrilling game.
There were more exhilarating wins across the board. No. 4 Otter Valley triumphed over No. 5 Fair Haven 51-46, while No. 2 Hartford wrapped up a solid win against No. 7 Lamoille 68-49, led by Ryan Murphy’s And to cap things off, No. 1 Montpelier secured a convincing win over No. 8 North Country with a score of 74-48
Hockey Scores: A Weekend to Remember
Hockey fans, your teams are hitting the ice with plenty of action as well! No. 6 Rutland squeezed out a narrow win against No. 11 St. Johnsbury, final score 5-4. Colin RiderNoah Bruttomesso19 saves.
No. 9 Colchester faced off with No. 8 Middlebury and ended the game on a high note, scoring 5-1, courtesy of Colton Lefebvre’s
State Championships: Post-Day 1 Update
As we take a look at the state championships, Mount Anthony leads the pack with a total of 95 points following Day 1, followed closely by Middlebury with 82 points, and Spaulding with 77 points. The competition is heating up!
Upcoming Games: Mark Your Calendars
Don’t miss out on the upcoming games! No. 6 Middlebury is set to take on No. 3 Harwood at 6 p.m., while No. 9 Bellows Falls visits No. 1 White River Valley at 5 p.m. And there are many more games scheduled, so keep your eyes peeled for times and lineup updates.
For any further questions or updates, reach out to your friendly neighborhood sports contacts via email. And remember, game times can change, so stay tuned!
The winter sports season is a thrilling time filled with mesmerizing plays and community spirit—let’s come together to support our local teams!
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
LIVE BALL Resources
Vermont’s Winter Sports Season Kicks Off with Basketball and Hockey
Additional Resources
- Burlington Free Press
- Wikipedia: Basketball
- Burlington Free Press
- Google Search: Vermont high school sports
- Burlington Free Press
- Google Scholar: Vermont high school hockey
- Burlington Free Press
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Vermont sports
- Burlington Free Press
- Google News: Vermont high school basketball