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Six Schuylkill League Teams Host State Playoff Openers

Ten Schuylkill County basketball teams advance to the PIAA tournament, with six hosting first-round games this week.

Ten Schuylkill County teams advanced to the PIAA state tournament, with six hosting first-round matchups. The group includes seven girls teams and three boys teams, highlighted by district champions Williams Valley (Girls 2A), Schuylkill Haven (Boys 2A), and Lourdes (Girls A).

The tournament begins Friday. Notable first-round games include Williams Valley vs. Southern Columbia and Schuylkill Haven vs. Delone Catholic.