Morgantown High School secured the Class AAAA state championship with a 56-53 victory over Parkersburg South, avenging their loss from the previous year's final. Despite a late surge from Parkersburg South, Morgantown held on, showcasing resilience and strong defensive play. Morgantown's Sha'Ron Young led the team with 16 points, while Brooks Gage and Brody Davis each contributed 12. Parkersburg South's Ashton Mooney scored 23 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome Morgantown's early lead and clutch free throws in the final seconds. Morgantown's coach Dave Tallman credited his team's toughness and defense for the win, highlighting the contributions of his coaching staff and father. Parkersburg South's coach Mike Fallon praised his team's comeback effort, despite the heartbreaking loss. The game was marked by strong defensive performances and timely plays, ultimately leading Morgantown to their second state championship under Tallman's leadership.