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2019-2020 Delaware all-conference boys and girls basketball teams

First State Hoops Report — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:00:52 +0000

Compiled by Chris Stevens, Editor NOTE: This story will be updated once we receive more all conference teams. Missing as of publication time – Henlopen North boys, Henlopen South boys, Flight A boys and girls, Flight B girls, Independent Conference boys and girls, Catholic Conference boys and girls. E-mail us at [email protected] Henlopen North Girls … Continue reading 2019-2020 Delaware all-conference boys and girls basketball teams

Sanford’s Kubek, Dover’s Allen lead girls and boys all-state teams

First State Hoops Report — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 19:57:23 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor Sanford center Allie Kubek and Dover guard Elijah Allen were named Delaware Sportswriters and Broadcasters Association girls and boys basketball players of the year and lead the All-State teams, as selected by DSBA Friday. Kubek, a 6-foot-1 senior, averaged 20.1 points per game to lead Sanford to a 20-2 record and … Continue reading Sanford’s Kubek, Dover’s Allen lead girls and boys all-state teams

Throwback Thursday – 1973 Girls Basketball State Tournament

First State Hoops Report — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:13:38 +0000

After quickly agreeing to hold a girls’ state basketball tournament during the fall of 1972, the very first Delaware high school girls’ basketball champion was crowned the following March, starting off with eight teams in the tournament and ending with one winner. The first round took place on February 26 with four games at … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – 1973 Girls Basketball State Tournament

DIAA Boys and Girls Basketball Semifinal Previews

First State Hoops Report — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:33:11 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor Blame it on "The 'Rona." Instead of the traditional Bob Carpenter Center semifinals and finals, all eight games will be spread out across the state in four different locations, so if you have to travel, suggestion is you hit the road early - especially if you're heading to Conrad or St. … Continue reading DIAA Boys and Girls Basketball Semifinal Previews

Red Wolves jump out early, return to Final Four

First State Hoops Report — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 03:29:34 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor Conrad scored the first 10 points of Monday night's DIAA girls basketball quarterfinal game and that was more than enough to hold serve throughout the game. Sisters Julie and Stefanie Kulesza each scored 17 points and Ny Whittlesey added 11 as the top-seeded Red Wolves cruised to a 59-24 win over … Continue reading Red Wolves jump out early, return to Final Four

DIAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament Quarterfinal Preview

First State Hoops Report — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:41:50 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor Two rematches and a meeting of the state’s two best (and highest scoring) post players highlight the girls’ quarterfinal matchups. Whoever makes it to Wednesday night’s semifinals at the Bob Carpenter Center will have no doubt earned their trip. Here’s a preview of what to watch for if you decide to … Continue reading DIAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament Quarterfinal Preview

Kozicki’s 42 points lift Pandas to girls’ quarterfinals

First State Hoops Report — Sat, 07 Mar 2020 04:47:12 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor Michelle Kozicki didn't make every shot she took Friday night, but she came very close. The senior forward scored a season-high 42 points as 6th-seeded Padua (14-6) upended No. 11 Polytech 67-45 at Salesianum Friday night, earning a spot in the quarterfinals against No. 3 Sanford on Monday at Tatnall School. … Continue reading Kozicki’s 42 points lift Pandas to girls’ quarterfinals

DIAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament Second Round Previews

First State Hoops Report — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 14:37:39 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor A few match ups tonight could go either way, so here is our preview of the girls' second round, which starts tonight at 7 pm at most of the higher seeds' home gyms (Padua will play Polytech at Sallies) No. 1 Conrad (16-4, 7-0 Diamond State) vs. No. 17 Dover (13-8) … Continue reading DIAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament Second Round Previews

Caravel girls steal their way into the 2nd round

First State Hoops Report — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 04:41:19 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor The Delaware State Police should be on the lookout for a band of thieves wearing maroon and white uniforms. Led by chief thief Taylor Wilkins' 7 steals, the Caravel girls basketball team turned up the defensive pressure and cruised to a 53-36 win over 13th seeded St. Mark's in the first … Continue reading Caravel girls steal their way into the 2nd round

DIAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament First Round Previews

First State Hoops Report — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 13:13:15 +0000

By Chris Stevens, Editor A few regular season rematches and intriguing meetings highlight the first round of the girls' basketball tournament, which begins tonight at the higher seeds' home gym at 7 pm No. 9 Archmere (14-6, 6-1 Diamond State) vs. No. 24 Sussex Tech (7-13, 4-10 Henlopen North) The Ravens’ competitive schedule got them … Continue reading DIAA Girls’ Basketball Tournament First Round Previews