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Bengals vs. Hawks: High-Stakes Doubleheader Showdown Tonight!

1/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On January 21, 2026, the Lewiston Bengal basketball teams host Lakeland Hawks in a Lewiston High School doubleheader, with the girls at 5:30 PM and the boys at 7 PM.
The girls' team has won eight straight and averages 68.2 points per game.
The boys' team has won its last two games.
The Lakeland Hawks' boys average 48.9 points per game.
Both teams aim to improve their standings.

History

Historical Context

In 1976, the NCAA launched its first women's basketball championship, marking a pivotal moment for women's sports. This development paralleled the rise of competitive female athletics, exemplified by the Lewiston Bengal girls' team, which averaged 68.2 points per game. As local rivalries intensify, this event highlights the growing engagement of youth in organized sports and the evolution of high school athletics in Maine.

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Story summary

On January 21, 2026, the Lewiston Bengal basketball teams host Lakeland Hawks in a Lewiston High School doubleheader, with the girls at 5:30 PM and the boys at 7 PM.
The girls' team has won eight straight and averages 68.2 points per game.
The boys' team has won its last two games.
The Lakeland Hawks' boys average 48.9 points per game.
Both teams aim to improve their standings.

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