The co-defending Greater Boston League champion Somerville girls basketball team celebrated its return to league play Friday with a 56-32 victory over Malden.
Melissa Baptista led the Highlanders (2-4) with 22 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks. Ella Tyler added 14 points, six rebounds and four 3-pointers.
The Highlanders will host GBL rival Cambridge Friday at 7 p.m.