The 2025-2026 Vermont high school winter sports season is underway, with basketball teams actively competing across the state. On Monday, December 29, several games took place alongside numerous postponements, reflecting the challenges of scheduling during the busy winter season.
Monday’s Basketball Scores
- Girls Basketball: BFA-St. Albans secured a decisive 50-36 victory over Missisquoi.
- Boys Basketball: Milton edged out Richford with a close 55-52 win.
Many other scheduled basketball games were postponed, impacting both boys and girls teams. Postponements included:
- Girls Basketball: The matchup between Stowe and Winooski was postponed, as was the Rutland vs. Mount Mansfield game at the MMU holiday tournament.
- Boys Basketball: Multiple games were delayed, including Harwood at Lyndon, Lamoille at North Country, Missisquoi at BFA-Fairfax (rescheduled to February 2), Williamstown at Woodstock, Hazen at Vergennes (rescheduled to January 10), Oxbow at Thetford, Blue Mountain at Sharon, and Hartford at U-32. Looking Ahead: Tuesday’s Schedule
The slate of games on Tuesday promises more action with several matchups lined up for the evening:
- Girls basketball games begin mostly at 7 p.m., with earlier starts at Twinfield/Cabot at BFA-Fairfax (6 p.m.) and Lamoille at Lake Region (6 p.m.).
- Boys basketball features competitive contests such as St. Johnsbury at Rice and Colchester at Mount Mansfield.
These games provide an excellent opportunity for teams to regain momentum after Monday’s delays.
Additional Winter Sports
Beyond basketball, Vermont’s high school winter sports scene includes hockey, gymnastics, wrestling, and skiing events. Notable highlights from Monday’s hockey games included BFA-St. Albans girls’ hockey edging Essex 1-0 in Hanover, NH, marking the program’s 400th victory. Boys’ hockey saw North Country defeat Middlebury 3-1, with a notable scoring surge in the second period.
Reporting and Staying Connected
Coaches and team representatives are encouraged to promptly report game results by emailing sports@burlingtonfreepress.com to keep fans and media updated. Follow local sports reporters Alex Abrami (@aabrami5) and Judith Altneu on social media for real-time updates.
Stay tuned for more Vermont basketball updates as the winter season progresses. Despite today’s postponements, teams are gearing up for a competitive schedule through January and beyond. Fans can catch many games live on the NFHS Network, ensuring no one misses the excitement of Vermont high school basketball action.
