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The Idaho high school girls basketball state tournament concluded on February 22, 2025, with thrilling matchups across various classes. Owyhee secured the Class 6A title, while Pocatello dominated Class 5A. Other champions included Sugar-Salem in Class 4A, Parma in Class 3A, Oakley in Class 2A, and Rockland in Class 1A. The tournament showcased incredible talent and sportsmanship among the participating schools, making for an unforgettable experience.

Owyhee, Pocatello, and More Shine at Idaho High School Girls Basketball State Tournament!

The excitement was palpable in Nampa as the final day of the Idaho high school girls basketball state tournament unfolded on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Held at the Ford Idaho Center, this thrilling event saw teams battling it out for glory, showcasing not just talent, but heart and passion!

Class 6A Championship Brings Tension and Triumph

When it came to the Class 6A Championship, Owyhee showed they were ready to fight for the title against their rivals, Boise. The game was a nail-biter, with Owyhee edging out Boise with a slim 38-33 victory. What a way to claim the crown! Meanwhile, the action didn’t stop there, as Borah took home the 6A Consolation Final trophy after defeating Rigby 56-50. Madison also found their moment in the spotlight by clinching third place, triumphing over Coeur d’Alene 49-47.

Pocatello Proves Their Power in Class 5A

Switching gears to Class 5A, Pocatello showed dominance with a convincing win against Middleton, finishing the championship game at 62-46. They certainly filled the bleachers with cheers! The consolation final saw Jerome beating Skyline 41-33, while Mountain Home secured third place by defeating Blackfoot 40-36. It was a day filled with fierce competition in Class 5A!

Sugar-Salem and Parma Show Their Skills in Class 4A and 3A

As we headed into Class 4A, Sugar-Salem proved victorious against Bear Lake, winning their championship match 47-41. Down the ranks, McCall-Donnelly snatched the consolation title against Kimberly 46-41. Not to be outdone, Timberlake took third place, winning against South Fremont 39-33. It was all smiles for the Sugar-Salem fans!

Now, on to Class 3A, where Parma faced off against Malad in an absolute thriller. With a score of 58-55, Parma claimed the championship, and what a hard-fought battle it was! New Plymouth treated their fans to an overtime win against North Fremont in the consolation final, finishing with a score of 74-70. Melba didn’t want to be left behind and clinched third place against Grangeville, wrapping things up 53-47.

Class 2A Dominance by Oakley

Moving down to Class 2A, Oakley displayed exceptional skill and teamwork, defeating Prairie 62-51 to take home the championship title. Butte County matched their determination, overpowering Lakeside 73-35 in the consolation final. The excitement didn’t stop there, as Valley claimed third place by beating Lapwai 60-50.

Rockland Rules the Court in Class 1A

And for the finale, Class 1A saw Rockland fighting fiercely against Genesee, ultimately winning 56-39 to secure their championship. Challis didn’t want to miss out, defeating Dietrich 43-33 in the consolation final. To round things off, Carey triumphed over Salmon River 42-38 in the third-place match.

Reflecting on an Amazing Tournament

Throughout the tournament, games were held across several locations, including Timberline, Mountain View, Bishop Kelly, and Columbia High Schools. This showcase of skill and athleticism marked the culmination of the 2025 girls basketball state playoffs, often fondly referred to as “The Real Dairy Shootout.” It was a thrilling conclusion that brought together schools from all over Idaho, a true show of sportsmanship and talent!

As the dust settles and teams celebrate their victories, one thing is for sure: this tournament will be remembered for its excitement and the incredible athletes who gave their all on the court!

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