High‑School Basketball Highlights: February 16–22

Boys basketball saw a mix of solid wins and close games. Conner finished strong with 73 points over Elder’s 56, while Goshen edged Fenwick 63‑53. Calvary Christian posted a lower score against Gallatin County, but Newt­port still pulled ahead of Beechwood. Scott edged Walton‑Verona in a high‑scoring bout, and Tates Creek won after overtime against Dixie Heights. In girls basketball, Purcell Marian dominated SCPA 93‑15 in Division IV, and Madeira outclassed Deer Park 65‑24 in Division V. Williamsburg also secured a convincing win over Seven Hills.Other notable matches included Clark Montessori’s 44‑34 victory over Gamble, where the team showed strong shooting. Lockland beat North College Hill 44‑39; meanwhile, East Clinton overcame Western Latham with a decisive 53‑14 performance. Campbell County and Gallatin County also claimed wins, adding to the weekend’s excitement. The scores reflect both team effort and individual highlights, showing that even a single player can swing the game. Coaches reported all results promptly to the league, and nominations for standout athletes are due next Monday.