Snohomish junior Tyler Gildersleeve-Stiles shoots a free-throw in a close game against Garfield during a playoff matchup at Arlington High School on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024, in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Snohomish girls’ rally falls short against Garfield

Katie Fiso and the Bulldogs send the Panthers to the round of 12 with a 46-40 loss.

Everett senior Mae Washington pulls up and shoots a jumper against Seattle Prep during a playoff matchup at Shorewood High School on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in Shoreline, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Everett girls oust Seattle Prep for return trip to the Tacoma Dome

Alana Washington’s 33 points leads the Seagulls to a 64-60 victory.

Lake Stevens’ Tessa Anastasi heads to the basket against Skyview during a playoff matchup at Arlington High School on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024, in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens girls book their spot at the Tacoma Dome

The Vikings knock off Skyview 47-33 to advance to the Class 4A round of 12.

Monroe players hug after a tough loss during a 3A girls game between Monroe and Roosevelt at Roosevelt High School on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, in Seattle, WA. Monroe fell, 58-37. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Monroe’s charmed run ends against Roosevelt in 3A state regionals

After winning three loser-out games to reach state, the Bearcats struggle with the Rough Riders’ tenacious press in…

Snohomish players reacts to winning the 3A girls district championship on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Late putback lifts Snohomish girls past Arlington in 3A district title game

Tyler Gildersleeve-Stiles delivers the decisive basket in the Panthers’ 45-43 win.

Archbishop Murphy freshman Ashley Fletcher is introduced as a starter before a matchup against Arlington on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, at Archbishop Murphy High School in Everett , Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Archbishop Murphy girls fall to Lynden in 2A district title game

The Wildcats struggle with the Lions’ zone defense in the second half and lose 66-45.

Snohomish’s Tyler Gildersleeve-Stiles gets fouled while trying to score down low against Meadowdale during the 3A District One Semifinals on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, at Marysville Pilchuk High School in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Snohomish outlasts Meadowdale in seesaw 3A district semifinal

Tyler Gildersleeve-Stiles pours in 29 points and the state-bound Panthers hit big shots late in a 71-64 victory.

Arlington’s Rachel Snow takes a shot from deep against Lynnwood during the 3A District One Semifinals on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Arlington rallies past Lynnwood in 3A district semis

The Eagles overcome an early hole and clinch their fifth straight district title game appearance.

Arlington’s Kayla Lorenz turns to the basket before sinking a short shot against Lynnwood on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Prep notebook: Lynnwood girls missing key piece for districts

Plus, a slew of local hoopers reach the 1,000-point club, and a Lakewood senior breaks his own record…

Everett's Alana Washington (12) and Mae Washington (14) huddle together during a girls basketball game between Arlington and Everett at Everett High School on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024. Arlington won, 60-49.(Annie Barker / The Herald)

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A twin thing: Everett, Arlington sisters grow connections on the court

Everett’s Washington sisters and Arlington’s Snow sisters are among several area twins playing prominent roles for their high…

Snohomish’s Tyler Gildersleeve-Stiles (34) dives for the ball during a girls basketball game between Snohomish and Meadowdale at Meadowdale High School in Lynnwood, Washington, on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2023. Snohomish won, 57-53. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Snohomish girls spoil Meadowdale’s league title hopes

Sienna Capelli and Tyler Gildersleeve-Stiles combine for 38 points to lead the Panthers in a Wesco 3A/2A showdown.

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Prep basketball roundup for Monday, Dec. 30

Monroe boys and girls teams both finish second in Phoenix.

Arlington’s Rachel Snow (3) moves with the ball during a girls basketball game between Arlington and Everett at Everett High School on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024. Arlington won, 60-49.(Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Arlington girls top Everett for 10th straight win

Samara Morrow’s 22 points leads the Eagles in a Wesco 3A/2A battle.

Lake Stevens’ Noelani Tupua steals the ball during the game against Kamiak on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Associated Press high school girls basketball poll for Jan. 24

Six local teams receive top-10 rankings, while four more receive votes.

Meadowdale's Gia Powell (2) moves with the ball during a game against Shorecrest at Shorecrest High School in Shoreline, Washington on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024. Meadowdale won 92-62. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Meadowdale basketball star is a future Ivy Leaguer

Senior point guard Gia Powell is a standout on the court and in the classroom. She’s committed to…

Arlington senior Samara Morrow drives on a defender against Archbishop Murphy on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, at Archbishop Murphy High School in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Arlington knocks off Archbishop Murphy in Wesco 3A/2A battle

A strong team effort on both sides of the ball lifts the Eagles to a key league win.

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Lake Stevens girls surge past Kamiak with 4th-quarter rally

Nisa Ellis pours in a game-high 34 points and scores the deciding bucket in the Vikings’ 62-60 victory.

Meadowdale’s Gia Powel drives to the hoop during the 3A quarterfinal game against Arlington on Thursday, March 2, 2023 in Tacoma, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County prep girls basketball: 2023-24 season preview

Coaches polls, favorites, contenders and storylines to watch for the local high school girls basketball leagues this season.

Arlington’s Rachel Snow dribbles the ball while being double teamed during the game against Lynnwood on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Arlington downs Lynnwood in key Wesco 3A/2A clash

Kierra Reese scores 21 points and an all-around defensive effort helps the Eagles to a 63-56 win.

Kamiak’s Bella Hasan finishes at the rim with a driving layup against Stanwood on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at Stanwood High School in Stanwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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GALLERY: Hasan, Anderson power Kamiak girls past Stanwood

The duo combine for 50 points in a 71-49 victory of the Knights.