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Video: Faces of the high school state basketball tournament

Here's a look at some of the expressions and emotions of players and fans during the HS state tournament, which continues through March 10. McEachern players sit quietly on the bench during their quarterfinal loss to Norcross. Westlake's Taylor Hosendove gets physical under the basket while grabbing a rebound against Collins Hill. Members of the Hillgrove Lady Hawks celebrate after their second round win over Campbell. Campbell's Destini Floyd (22) and Jadyn Rice (10) react after a call during the second
By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
March 2, 2018

Here's a look at some of the expressions and emotions on the faces of players and fans during the high school state basketball tournament.

Tournament action continues with semifinal action Friday and Saturday with state finals set for March 7-10. Find complete coverage of the state tournament on ajc.com and myajc.com.

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