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Halifax County High School varsity basketball senior Michael Spraggins, shown in action earlier this season, has been named second team all-state to the Class 5 team selected by the Virginia High School League. Spraggins had a key role in the Comets' season, which culminated in the first state tournament appearance since 1975. Halifax finished 21-6 and was eliminated in the state quarterfinals by Freedom-South Riding.

Top, Michael Spraggins reacts after the Comets’ season ended with a loss to Freedom-South Riding in the state quarterfinals. Above, Otis Slayton attempts the steal. (David Conner II photo)

Michael Spraggins heads to the bench in the second half of Friday’s state quarterfinal against Freedom-South Riding (David Conner II photo)

The Comets, with coach Sterling Williams, celebrate winning the regional finals Friday. After a 44 year absence, HCHS makes a return trip to the state tournament.