Leps keep pace with Warriors in standings
Boys and Girls High School Basketball, High school, Sports
January 10, 2026
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP

Leps keep pace with Warriors in standings

By JEREMY SELLEW 

Belle Vernon controlled the game from the opening tip Friday night, rolling to a 73-33 victory over Greensburg Salem in Section 3-4A boys basketball action The Leopards (9-6, 5-1) jumped out to a 24-14 lead after one quarter and steadily widened the margin in each period, holding Greensburg Salem to single-digit scoring in three of the four quarters. Belle Vernon led 40-22 at halftime and continued to pull away with an 18-5 third quarter that effectively put the game out of reach.

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