The Pelham High boys and girls basketball teams both secured narrow victories in the NHIAA tournament. The boys team triumphed by one point, defeating Bow 47-46, with Brady Hegan leading the way with 20 points. The girls team also won in a tightly contested match against Hollis-Brookline, edging out 44-43 thanks to Grace Riley's strong fourth quarter. Both teams will advance to the semifinals, with the boys facing Manchester West and the girls taking on Pembroke. Meanwhile, in boys hockey, Alvirne/Milford was eliminated by Somersworth, while Bishop Guertin advanced with a win over Keene.

By the Numbers
  • Pelham boys basketball team improved to 15-4 after their win.
  • Pelham girls basketball team improved to 16-4 with their victory.
State of Play
  • Pelham boys will face No. 3 Manchester West on Monday at 5:30 p.m.
  • Pelham girls will play top-seeded Pembroke on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
What's Next

Expect both Pelham teams to continue their momentum as they face tougher opponents in the semifinals. The outcomes of these crucial matchups could determine the trajectory of their tournament success.

Bottom Line

Pelham's ability to secure close wins demonstrates their resilience and determination, positioning them as strong contenders in the NHIAA tournament as they aim for championships.