Photos: Thursday at the District 5B basketball tournament
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BELGRADE — The opening day of the District 5B boys and girls basketball tournament is in the books, with four games advancing four teams to Friday night’s semifinals.
The Manhattan and Whitehall boys each moved on, defeating Jefferson and Townsend, respectively, while the Big Timber and Jefferson girls each advanced Thursday.
Friday’s semifinals pits top-ranked Three Forks’ girls against Big Timber, while Townsend faces rival Jefferson in the other girls semifinal. The boys semis will see Three Forks-Manhattan and Big Timber against Whitehall.
Kelly Morris Photography captured the action from Thursday’s opening round and his photo gallery is below. For more information on Kelly’s work, visit his portfolio at the link below.
Manhattan’s Garrett Duncan shoots a jumpshot as Jefferson’s Josh Eckman defends during District 5B tournament action Thursday night in Belgrade. Manhattan defeated Jefferson 58-50. Duncan led Manhattan with 21 points.
Jefferson’s Mead Blake shoots a jump shot.
Jefferson’s Mead Blake shoots a 3-point attempt.
Jefferson’s Nolan Sonsteng shoots a 3-pointer over Manhattan’s Nik Stubbs.
Nolan Sonsteng of Jefferson High shoots a 3-point attempt from the corner as Manhattan’s Jake Dyk defends.
The Panther’s Bryce Harrington goes up strong inside against the
Jefferson’s Nolan Sonsteng with a 3-point attempt. Sonsteng would hit 6 3-pointers in the game.
Manhattan’s Michael Nehring shoots a jumpshot over Jefferson’s Josh Eckman. Nehring had 12 points on the night.
Manhattan’s Jacob Dyk goes strong to the basket as Jefferson’s Josh Eckman (14) and Bryce Harrington (25) defends.
Manhattan’s Nathan VanDyke gets to the rim with this layup. VanDyke scored 18 points for the Tigers.
In spite of a lingering knee injury, Jefferson’s Bryce Harrington goes hard to the basket.
Manhattan’s Nathan VanDyke goes up for a shot against Jefferson’s Josh Eckman.
Manhattan’s Cal Holgate takes it inside against Jefferson’s Bryce Harrington. Holgate would finish with 9 points.
Jefferson’s Nolan Sonsteng shoots another 3-point shot.
Jefferson’s Josh Eckmann with a 3-point attempt. Eckmann led all scorers.
Townsend’s Tyson Racht goes up for a shot against Whitehall in Thursday night action at the District 5B tournament in Belgrade. Whitehall would go on to win 56-44.
Townsend’s Aaron Geisser blocks the shot of Whitehall’s Cade Briggs.
Easton Hatfield of Townsend with a jumpshot over Whitehall’s Max Feight. Hatfield would lead the Bulldogs with 20 points.
Whitehall’s Max Feight returns the favor with a jumpshot over Townsend’s Easton Hatfield. Feight would lead all scorers with 31 points.
Whitehall’s Ryan Murphy goes strong to the basket against the Bulldog’s Aaron Geisser.
The Trojan’s Max Feight drives to the basket.
Whitehall’s Max Feight with another strong drive to the basket.
Townsend’s Easton Hatfield goes up for a shot against Whitehall’s Wyatt Alexander.
Sawyer Keener of Whitehall soots a 3-point attempt over Easton Hatfield of Townsend.
Wyatt Alexander of Whitehall elevates for a layup over Townsend’s Brady Saltzman. Alexander scored 10 points for the Trojans.
Townsend’s Easton Hatfield goes up for a shot over Whitehall’s Ryan Murphy, as Wyatt Alexander is set to block his shot.
Townsend’s Jack Dolan scores a layup after a steal.
Tyson Racht of Townsend goes up for a layup against Whitehall in Thursday night action at the District 5B basketball tournament in Belgrade.
The Bulldog’s Aaron Geisser shoots a jumper over the Trojan’s Ryan Murphy.
Whitehall’s Ryan Murphy looks to draw the charge against Townsend’s Tyson Racht.
The Whitehall Trojan Cheerleaders perform prior to the start of the matchup between Whitehall and Jefferson High Schools at the District 5B tournament in Belgrade Thursday evening. The Panthers would win the game 39-26.
Boulder’s Aubry McMaster shoots a 3-point attempt.
Jefferson High School’s Ellie Evertz spins around Whiehall’s Dorothy Mastel in District 5B tournament action Thursday night.
Whitehall’s Asha Noyes fights for the ball against Boulder’s Emily McGinnis.
Boulder’s Ellie Evertz drives in for a layup.
Boulder’s Leah Vossler drives to the basket.
The Trojans Dorothy Mastel gets the block against Boulder’s Leah Vossler.
Boulder’s Asha Noyes shoots a baseline jumpshot over a Trojan defender.
Whitehall’s Dorothy Mastel gets free underneath for a layin during Thursday night action at the District 5B tournament in Belgrade.
Dorothy Mastel of Whitehall with the short shot under the basket.
The Panthers Ashley Pankratz shoots a jump shot during District 5B tournament action Thursday night in Belgrade.
Boulder’s Aubry McMaster goes around Dorothy Mastel of Whitehall with a left-handed shot.
Boulder’s Ellie Everetz shoots a jump shot over Whitehall’s Alee Scafani.
Hope Slater of Whitehall looks to pass as Boulder’s Ashley Pankratz applies pressure.
Boulder’s Leah Vossler shoots a 3-point attempt during Thursday’s District 5B matchup against Whitehall. Boulder would win 39-26.
Manhattan’s Amy Grevious drives in for a layup at the District 5B Tournament in Belgrade Thursday evening. Big Timber won 57-34.
Emma Wass of Manhattan gets free underneath for a layup, as Big Timber’s Madilyn Emter (22) defends.
Big Timber’s Sydney Prather drives in for a layup against Manhattan in Thursday’s District 5B matchup in Belgrade.
Manhattan’s Jasmine Grossman drives the lane against Big Timber.
Pralie Duffin of Manhattan drives in for a layup against Big Timber.
Manhattan’s Ivy CHase pulls up in the lane for a short jumpshot over Big Timber’s Jaylea Lunceford. Big Timber won the opening round match of the District 5B tournament in Belgrade 57-34.
Manhattan’s Emma Wass gets the block on Big Timber’s Jaylea Lunceford.
Sweetgrass County High School’s Jaylea Lunceford drives the lane and lays in a shot against Manhattan’s Ruby Stenberg.
Big Timber’s Madilyn Emter drives around a pair of Tiger defenders and goes up for a layup.
Manhattan Tigers Cheerleaders perform during a break in the action at the District 5B tournament in Belgrade.
Big Timber’s Hailee Brandon drives the baselin and puts up a shot.
Ivy Chase of Manhattan makes a nice spin move around the Herders Sydney Prather.
Jasmine Grossman of Manhattan shoot a hook shot over Big Timber’s Ella Holman.
Manhattan’s Ruby Stenberg drives into the lane around Big Timber’s Jaylea Lunceford.
Big Timber’s Madilyn Emter looks to make a pass as Manhattan’s Ruby Stenberg defends in opening round action at the District 5B tournament in Belgrade Thursday. Big Timber defeated Manhattan 57-34.
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