Grace Christian, a boys basketball team from the 3A level, won their first 4A state championship with a 48-39 victory over South Anchorage. The team had been one of Alaska's top boys basketball programs for two decades and moved to the next level in just two years. The Grizzlies needed to be at their best to beat the fifth-seeded Wolverines, who had already defeated fourth-seeding Service and top-ranked West Valley. Senior guard Ashton Clarkson led the team with 17 points, including eight in the fourth quarter. Senior forward Chris Jones was named Player of the Game after finishing second on the team in scoring with 14 points. Coach Jason Boerger credits Clarkson with sparking their run throughout the state tournament.