Caroline Smith of Freeport leaps up as she joins her teammates in celebration after defeating Poland 40-38 Thursday in the Class B South girls' basketball semifinals at Cross Insurance Arena.

Jessica Driscoll of Freeport shoots over Morgan Brousseau of Poland.

Freeport players celebrate toward the end of the game. Freeport advanced to its first regional final since 1976.

Caroline Smith of Freeport advances the ball up the court in the fourth quarter.

It's time to celebrate for the Freeport girls. Next up is Lake Region for the regional title at 1 p.m. Saturday.

Freeport Coach Michael Hart celebrates after a foul was called in their favor near the end of regulation. Nathalie Theriault of Poland fouled out of the game on the play.

Joanna Bogue-Marlowe of Freeport passes the ball over Jessica Seeley of Poland.

Allie Goodman of Freeport drives to the basket as Morgan Brousseau, left, and Nathalie Theriault of Poland defend.

Jessica Driscoll of Freeport shoots over Jessica Seeley of Poland.