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[PHOTO ESSAY] History in the making: Bellaire’s advancement to the state semi-finals and beyond

Alex Lin and Elly Zhang • Mar 7, 2025
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Senior and Duke signee Shelton Henderson throws up a floater. Henderson carried Bellaire to a 69-54 win over Seven Lakes.
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