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MHSAA official Doug Sanders monitors the action during a 2022 Division 4 Semifinal between Wyoming Tri-unity Christian and Genesee Christian.

Thankful for Lifesavers Who Rushed to His Aid, Sanders Aims to Officiate Again

Posted: 1/14/2025

An official requests the basketball on the baseline during a pause in play.

Be the Referee: Out of Bounds, In Play

Posted: 1/14/2025

A Mt. Morris player soars toward the basket during his team's 70-42 loss at Davison last week.

Breslin Bound: 2024-25 Boys Report Week 7

Posted: 1/13/2025

McRecco McFadden goes up for a dunk while his teammates watch at the Burton Bentley gym.

Performance of the Week: Burton Bentley's McRecco McFadden III

Posted: 1/10/2025

Mio's Jay Smith (45) puts up a shot in multiple games during his high school career.

Flashback 100: Despite Launching Before 3-Point Line, Smith Still Tops Scoring List

Posted: 1/10/2025

Traverse City Christian’s Reese Broderick, here holding a ball in front of a basket, is approaching the MHSAA record for career 3-pointers.

TC Christian's Broderick Approaching Records, But Team Goals Top His List

Posted: 1/10/2025

At left, Dowagiac superintendent Greg Blomgren addresses an audience during his first day in the position, July 1. At right, Blomgren officiates a girls basketball in December between host Cassopolis and White Pigeon.

Dowagiac Superintendent Continues Connection to Hoops as MHSAA Game Official

Posted: 1/8/2025

River Rouge's Roland Berry III (21) drives to the basket against Birmingham Groves on Dec. 30.

Breslin Bound: 2024-25 Boys Report Post-Break

Posted: 1/7/2025

Surrounded by celebrating players and assistant coaches (including the author, far right), Tri-unity boys basketball coach Mark Keeler (hand in pocket) enjoys a moment near the end of last season’s Division 4 championship game.

Keeler Approaching Milestone Win Amid Final Season of Legendary Tri-unity Career

Posted: 12/18/2024

Kalamazoo United football teammates Jackson Herder and Keegan McCue are rivals during basketball season playing for Hackett Catholic Prep and K-Christian, respectively.

Kalamazoo United Teammates Personify Program's Friendly Rivalry After Fall is Done

Posted: 12/17/2024

Mason’s Cason Carswell (5) considers his options during a 65-63 win over Haslett on Friday, as the Vikings’ Wardrell Wicker (5) and Rishon Karikalan (21) defend.

Breslin Bound: 2024-25 Boys Report Week 3

Posted: 12/16/2024

Ishpeming's Caden Luoma (1) scoops in a shot for two points, but the Hematites lost 67-59 to Gladstone on Dec. 2.

Breslin Bound: 2024-25 Boys Report Weeks 1 & 2

Posted: 12/9/2024

Bronson senior point guard Kam Brackett (11) looks to score against Sturgis during a game his junior season.

Pair of 4th-Year Standouts Helping Fuel Bronson's Rising Expectations

Posted: 12/3/2024

A basketball official signals two free throws during last season's Division 2 Final at Breslin Center.

Be the Referee: Basketball Goaltending

Posted: 12/3/2024

James Earl Jones is pictured alone and with his basketball teammates at Brethren Dickson.

Flashback 100: James Earl Jones, Dickson High Hoops to Hollywood Legend

Posted: 9/13/2024

At left, David Glover as a senor during the 1995-96 school year at Muskegon Catholic Central, and at right Glover shows the AFC Championship trophy after Kansas City's 17-10 win at Baltimore on Jan. 28.

MCC's Glover Fills Key Role as Athletic Trainer for Super Bowl Champions

Posted: 8/6/2024

At left, Suttons Bay's Thomas Hursey prepares to shoot a free throw during his senior season, and at right Hursey remains at home on the golf course.

After Successful 'Sequel,' Suttons Bay's Hursey Embarking on Next Chapter

Posted: 7/30/2024

At left, Jake Witt played for Ewen-Trout Creek during a 2018 basketball game at Michigan Tech, and at right Witt takes a photo with area youth baseball players last summer.

E-TC's Witt Bulldozing Path from Small Town to Football's Biggest Stage

Posted: 6/28/2024

The Wyoming Tri-unity Christian bench, including the author (far right) and head coach Mark Keeler (middle), celebrate a 3-pointer late in the Defenders’ Division 4 championship win over Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart.

Championship Experience from Coach's Point of View Unimaginable, Unforgettable

Posted: 4/4/2024

Jackson Lumen Christi coach Josh Tropea, kneeling, huddles with his team this season.

Lumen Christi Building Toward Banner Aspirations under Tropea's Guidance

Posted: 3/26/2024

Niles Brandywine's Jaremiah Palmer lines up for a free throw during the Division 3 Final.

Performance of the Week: Niles Brandywine's Jaremiah Palmer

Posted: 3/21/2024

State Champs! Network: 2024 Boys Basketball Finals Highlights

Posted: 3/21/2024

Warren Lincoln’s Moses Blackwell (0) soars into the lane as Grand Rapids Christian’s Jaylan Ouwinga (32) attempts to block his path Saturday night at Breslin Center.

Warren Lincoln Closes Boys Basketball Season with All-Time Accomplishment

Posted: 3/16/2024

Jaremiah Palmer slam dunks during Niles Brandywine’s Division 3 championship win Saturday at Breslin Center.

Brandywine Seizes Momentum on Dunk, Rides Surge to 1st Championship Win

Posted: 3/16/2024

Orchard Lake St. Mary’s coach Todd Covert presents the Division 1 championship trophy to his players Saturday at Breslin Center.

McKenney Grows Legend in Leading St. Mary's to 1st Title since 2000

Posted: 3/16/2024

Wyoming Tri-unity Christian players begin to celebrate clinching the Division 4 championship Saturday at Breslin Center.

Tri-unity Christian Finishes Season-Long Mission to Return to Top of D4

Posted: 3/16/2024

Grand Rapids Christian’s DeClan Winstanley (22) dunks before Chelsea’s Hayden Long (4) can get a hand in to stop the attempt.

GR Christian Withstands Late Chelsea Rally to Book Historic Opportunity

Posted: 3/15/2024

Warren Lincoln’s Markus Blackwell (2) cuts between Flint Powers Catholic defenders Grant Garman (2) and Dempsey Cull (35) during Friday’s Division 2 Semifinal.

Thanks in Part to Super Subs, Balanced Lincoln Set to Make Finals Debut

Posted: 3/15/2024

Jason Bradford, kneeling, coaches the Maple City Glen Lake boys varsity after taking over the program earlier this season.

After Leading Glen Lake Girls to Title, Bradford Brings Boys Into Final Week

Posted: 3/15/2024

North Farmington’s Landon Williams (10) gets a shot up over the outstretched arm of Zeeland West’s Trenten Bolhouse.

'Running' Raiders Pull Away with Scoring Bursts, Stifling Defense

Posted: 3/15/2024

Sharod Barnes (0) makes a move into the lane during Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Semifinal win Friday at Breslin Center.

St. Mary's Sharp in Breslin Return, Rides Strong Shooting to Semifinals Win

Posted: 3/15/2024

Beaverton boys basketball coach Roy Johnston kisses the court that bears his name during a celebration of his retirement Feb. 23.

Johnston Retires as Winningest Coach, Much More to Beaverton Dream He Built

Posted: 3/15/2024

Sacred Heart’s Alex Latham (20) walls off Inter-City Baptist’s Luke Taylor during Thursday night’s Semifinal at Breslin Center.

Lockdown 'D' Proves Key Again as Sacred Heart Continues Title Pursuit

Posted: 3/14/2024

Tri-unity Christian’s Keaton Blanker (4) works to get a shot past the outstretched arms of St. Ignace’s Jonny Ingalls during Thursday’s Division 4 Semifinal.

Tri-unity Endures Ingalls' Scoring Surge, Earns 4th-Straight Finals Trip

Posted: 3/14/2024

State Champs! Sports Network: 2023-24 Boys Basketball Hangtime Episode 10

Posted: 3/14/2024

Teammates pile onto Detroit Old Redford’s Arkell Boyd after his game-winning basket Thursday at Breslin Center.

Boyd Finds Nothing but Net as Old Redford Earns Championship Day Debut

Posted: 3/14/2024

Brandywine's Nylen Goins (1) gets up a shot under the basket during his team's Division 3 Semifinal win Thursday.

Key Rebound, Putback in Breslin Return Help Send Brandywine to 1st Final

Posted: 3/14/2024

Warren Lincoln's Markus Blackwell (2) blocks a shot during the Abes' 61-42 Quarterfinal win over Goodrich on Tuesday.

Breslin Bound: 2023-24 Boys Semifinals Preview

Posted: 3/13/2024

State Champs! Sports Network: 2023-24 Boys Basketball Hangtime Episode 9

Posted: 3/12/2024

A basketball official awaiting an inbounds pass points in the direction in which play will resume.

Be the Referee: Basketball Replay

Posted: 3/12/2024

rystal Falls Forest Park's Vic Giuliani (32) dunks the ball against Lake Linden-Hubbell during last week’s 66-52 Regional Final win.

Breslin Bound: 2023-24 Boys Quarterfinal Preview

Posted: 3/12/2024

Tyrone Wheatley crosses the finish line first during one of his nine MHSAA Finals championship victories.

Robichaud 3-Sport Legend Wheatley Selected to National High School Hall of Fame

Posted: 3/11/2024

From left: Cole Shiels, Darren Shiels, Kelly Shiels and Logan Shiels. Darren is the varsity boys basketball coach at Britton Deerfield, Kelly is the longtime scorekeeper and Logan and Cole have both played for their father.

Maska/Shiels/Zajac Family Celebrating, Sharing In Each Other's Hoops Successes

Posted: 3/6/2024

State Champs! Sports Network: 2023-24 Boys Basketball Hangtime Episode 8

Posted: 3/6/2024

Kadence Brumitt (32) scores inside for Niles Brandywine against St. Joseph.

Longtime Friends 'Living Dream' Leading Top-Notch Brandywine Hoops Teams

Posted: 3/5/2024

Muskegon finishes a season sweep of Mona Shores with a 61-29 Division 1 District Final win.

Breslin Bound: 2023-24 Boys Regional Preview

Posted: 3/5/2024

Harbor Light’s Vaughn Henagan (23) gets to the basket during a 59-39 win over Kinross Maplewood Baptist on Dec. 21.

Harbor Light Building on Rock-Solid Foundation in Bringing Success to New Home

Posted: 3/1/2024

State Champs! Sports Network: 2023-24 Boys Basketball Hangtime Episode 7

Posted: 2/27/2024