By James Sablan
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Variety News Staff
THE boys’ high school division of the PSS-NMIBF IT&E Interscholastic Basketball League for School Year 2025–26 kicks off its opening games today, Friday, Jan. 30, at the Gilbert C. Ada Gymnasium.
The first game starts at 4:45 p.m. between Saipan Southern High School V and Saipan International School, followed by Eucon International School vs. Grace Christian Academy at 5:45 p.m., and Marianas High School V vs. Kagman High School V at 6:45 p.m.
Last year, Marianas High School V defended its title for the third year in a row by outscoring Saipan Southern High School in a thrilling finale, 48-46. The team will look to retain the title for a fourth consecutive year.
James Sablan has been a sports reporter for Variety since 2013. He was a liberal arts student of Northern Marianas College and covers all local sports.
