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March Madness Bracket Challenge 2026

Thomas McCarthy, Reporter
March 18, 2026
Memos for March by Thomas McCarthy
Thomas McCarthy

The Red ‘n’ Green bracket tournament is a school-wide tournament open to all high school staff and students. There will be a student and a staff champion, both of whom will get a prize. Entries must be received before the first game starts on March 19. The limit is one bracket per person, and winners will be announced on Monday, April 7. Below are the instructions to enter.

  1. Download the ESPN Tournament Challenge App from the App Store, or access it online here.
  2. Create, or log in to an account.
  3. Join the group through the link or by searching for “BHS Red ‘n’ Green Bracket Challenge”.
  4. Fill out and submit your picks, and let the madness begin.

 

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Thomas McCarthy
Thomas McCarthy, Reporter
Thomas McCarthy is a Berlin High School senior. He is a Red ‘n’ Green reporter. He is part of the cross country, basketball, and track & field teams, and is a competitive athlete who always looks forward to practicing and competing. McCarthy is also the president of the Finance Club and a member of the Academic Decathlon. He hopes to pursue a career in business, and to improve his photography skills in journalism.