Carlton hosts regional basketball tournament
Basketball fans had no shortage of action over the weekend.
Senior boys 5A basketball teams from across the province came together at Carlton Comprehensive High School Friday and Saturday to compete for a spot at Hoopla, the provincial finals held in Regina.
“There’s seven teams here from across the province, all competing for two spots at provincials next weekend,” Carlton Coach Tim Strom said. “It’s been great to host.”
In the first round of games Friday Carlton fell to Yorkton Regional 76-42, while St. Mary won 63-51 over Balgonie and Estevan defeated Swift Current 69-65. On Saturday North Battleford Comprehensive beat Estevan 72-62 and Yorkton claimed the win over St. Mary 71-50 to secure a spot in the finals.