The December 17 basketball roundup featured thrilling high school matchups, with Jackson High School narrowly defeating Cascade 67-60 in an overtime thriller. Joey Gosline and Seamus Williams each scored 20 points, demonstrating their ability to perform under pressure, while Cascade's Brandon Lagutang led his team with 15 points. Arlington's boys team delivered a dominant performance against Mariner, winning 98-63, highlighted by Leyton Martin's impressive 32-point game. Kamiak also shone brightly, with Max Christian recording 30 points along with multiple assists and rebounds in their 83-59 victory over Lake Stevens. Notable results from the Wesco 3A/2A South included Edmonds-Woodway's convincing win over Archbishop Murphy, scoring 72 points to Archbishop's 36.

The roundup also covered Marysville Getchell's success against Mountlake Terrace and Tulalip Heritage's overwhelming win over Grace Academy. In girls basketball, Grace Academy defeated Tulalip Heritage 58-30, powered by Keali Steward's 23 points. These games not only showcase the talent within local high school basketball but also set the stage for an exciting season ahead.