Tony Maluso

Mar 14, 2024 | baltimoresun.com | Tony Maluso

Mar 14, 2024 | baltimoresun.com | Tony Maluso

Just over four seconds remained on the first-quarter clock when Wicomico was set to inbound the ball during Wednesday's Class 2A state semifinal against Francis Scott Key. Trying to buy a few extra seconds to set up a final shot, the Indians rolled the ball into play. Abby Rieger wasn't going to let that happen. "Oh no, I was going for it," Rieger said.

Mar 2, 2024 | baltimoresun.com | Tony Maluso

UPPER MARLBORO - For years, South Carroll wrestling was characterized by its "Big Four": four state champion wrestlers who were part of the Class of 2023 that dominated county and state compeititon. Many in Maryland likely didn't shed a tear when the group graduated. As it turns out, however, the Big Four didn't really graduate, it just morphed into a new form. Big Four. Fab Four. Four Horsemen.

Mar 2, 2024 | baltimoresun.com | Tony Maluso

There was quite a bit of stress while waiting for the results to be unveiled. South Carroll cheerleaders knew they did a good routine Tuesday at the winter state championship meet, but they knew they weren't perfect. Meanwhile, they watched other schools perform just as well. It left several athletes unaware of what was about to happen. "It's definitely scary waiting for them to announce the top three," South Carroll senior Daniel Chinquee said.

Feb 27, 2024 | baltimoresun.com | Tony Maluso

Here's a roundup of high school varsity action on Tuesday, Feb. 27. Boys basketballJoppatowne 74, Reginald Lewis 56: The Mariners opened up a 15-point led by halftime and cruised to victory in their Class 1A North Region II quarterfinal. Five Joppatowne players scored in double figures. Dartanun Blakney, Phil Clark and Kishann Smith shared the team-high with 10 points with Smith also leading in rebounding with six. Kalil Thorne had 11 points and Braxton Jackson scored 10.