Author: Tommy Kowalczuk, WHS Class of '26 The Winchester boys varsity basketball team opened its state tournament run with a hard-fought 65–59 victory over Lexington High in the first round of the playoffs. In a game that was lower-scoring than fans might expect from two high-powered teams, the difference came down to defense, composure, and clutch free-throw shooting. Winchester High boys basketball senior Adam Fiorentino looks to make a play during the Feb. 27 Division 1

Author: Joe McConnell | Winchester News Correspondent Sometimes, losing a game can be a blessing in disguise. This was the case for the Winchester High boys basketball team on January 20, when they faced a tough defeat at home against Burlington, ending their impressive streak of 12 consecutive wins. The final score was 57-54, a close call that reminded us all of the unpredictability of sports. Winchester High boys basketball senior Adam Fiorentino takes the ball up court dur

Author: Alex Machemer, WHS Class of '26 The Winchester boys varsity basketball team continued its unbeaten season with a hard-fought 58–51 victory over Reading in a game defined by momentum swings and a dominant finish. Winchester jumped out to an early lead, setting a fast pace and controlling the tempo. As the game wore on, however, their momentum slowed in the middle quarters, allowing Reading to battle back and take a six-point advantage. Rather than rattling the Red & B