The Times West Virginian

March 15, 2010

North Marion girls celebrate state title

Parade held in Huskies’ honor

By Nick Cammuso
Times West Virginian

FAIRMONT — The North Marion girls’ basketball team certainly knows how to win. The Huskies know how to celebrate, too.

Finally back home in Rachel after capturing a second straight state title the night before, North received a champion’s welcome with a parade and reception held in its honor Sunday afternoon.

The Huskies capped a stellar state tournament run with a 58-45 victory over South Charleston in Saturday’s Class AAA title game. They also closed an unforgettable — and dominating — season with an 18-game winning streak, a 24-1 record and a perfect mark against in-state opponents. 

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