Fort Defiance and Buffalo Gap basketball teams secured wins, while all-state cheerleaders were named and all-star football teams were announced. Fort Defiance's 89-87 victory over Turner Ashby avenged a previous loss, with Samuel Garber leading scoring. Buffalo Gap boys won 40-34 against Grace Christian, with Isaac Goff scoring 11 points. Additionally, Shenandoah District cheerleaders and football players were selected for the Coaches USA all-star football game.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Defiance's Samuel Garber scored 22 points in the 89-87 win against Turner Ashby
  • Buffalo Gap's Isaac Goff scored 11 points in the 40-34 victory over Grace Christian
State of Play
  • Fort Defiance avenged the previous loss to Turner Ashby with its 89-87 win, improving to 2-3 on the year
  • Buffalo Gap secured its second win in a row, improving to 3-3 with a 40-34 victory over Grace Christian
  • Five Shenandoah District cheerleaders made the Class 2 first team all-state cheer team
  • Shenandoah Valley football players and cheerleaders will participate in the Coaches USA all-star football game at Bridgewater College on Dec. 16
Bottom Line

Fort Defiance and Buffalo Gap secured crucial victories, while talented cheerleaders and football players were recognized for their outstanding achievements. The announcement of selections for the Coaches USA all-star football game further highlights the exceptional skill and dedication of high school athletes.