FAIRFIELD, Ohio — The Milford High School girls basketball team is a district champion for the first time since 1994.
Milford defeated Beavercreek 42-31 Saturday night in a Division I district final in Fairfield.
"Thirty-two years is a long time," Milford coach Matt Tolliver said. "Our kids represent our school and community in the right way. They work every day and they love each other and their school. I'm very proud of them."
Milford advances to play Princeton or Walnut Hills in a regional semifinal March 4 in Mason. Princeton plays Walnut Hills in another district final Saturday night.
Milford rallied from a 17-16 halftime deficit on Saturday and responded with a very impressive second half. Milford outscored Beavercreek 26-14 in the second half including 13-5 in the third quarter.
Milford sophomore Maddie Rockey scored 13 points and had five rebounds and two assists. Junior Kylie Perone had 12 points, 10 rebounds and three assists.
Milford has a 22-2 record entering next week’s regional tournament.
It's been a special journey for Milford this season.
Milford, which had a 17-game win streak this season, earned its first district title Saturday since 1994, according to Milford sports information director Shawn Sell.
Milford is ranked No. 4 in Ohio by MaxPreps this season. Milford coach Matt Tolliver earned his 200th career win earlier this season, too.
