The Southern Connecticut Conference is experimenting with shaking hands before games, instead of after the high school basketball games.

A look at the top performances from last week and a look ahead to games to go see this week in girls basketball

Goose Creek and Oceanside Collegiate are among top boys high school basketball teams in Charleston area. Others to watch include Summerville and Ashley Ridge.

With a light slate of games and few upsets to open 2025, the Illinois boys basketball state rankings remain mostly unchanged. But there are two newcomers: Fremd and Marist. Records through Jan. 8. Previous ranking: 1 Last week: Def.

After playing nonconference games, crosstown rivals and trekking to Boise, eastern Idaho or Utah for tournaments, the most important part of the Magic Valley boys basketball season is here.