Colton girls set new state record at 56

In the Grangeville High School gym Tuesday night, the Colton girls set a state all-classes record extending their winning streak to 56 games.

It’s been a long period since they lost -- in December 2012 to Kamiah.

The seniors were sophomores the last time it happened, and the sophomores might be seniors by the time it happens next.

Part of a streak of six consecutive 1B state championships in a row, Colton’s consecutive-wins streak is now part of a push for seven.

Colton 65, Grangeville 37

With just a five-point lead at halftime, Colton built on it in the third quarter to pull away at Grangevil...