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KidSport benefits from local basketball tournament

Prospera Credit Union donates money for every three-pointer made at Langley Events Centre tourney
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Runnin’ Rebels’ Johnathan Thompson (with ball) drives to the hoop against the defence of TRU’s Mike Rouault during the 11th annual Hoopfest basketball tournament. The tournament was held at the Langley Events Centre on Aug. 15 and 16 with the Islanders defeating SB Battle 100-82 in the championship final. The tournament raised $200 for KidSport with Prospera Credit Union donating $0.33 per three-point basket made, for $100, and Centrecourt, the tournament organizer, matching the donation.

The Islanders took home top spot while KidSport received $200 at the 11th annual Hoopfest basketball tournament.

It was held Aug. 15 and 16 at the Langley Events Centre.

Prospera Credit Union had pledged $0.33 per successful three-pointer with 290 successful shots.

The credit union rounded it up to $100, which was matched by Centrecourt, who ran the tournament, for a $200 total donation.

On the court, the Islanders defeated SB Battle 100-92 in the final.

Elliot Mason earned MVP honours for the winning team, while teammate Tyler Olsen was named an all-star.

Also earning all-star honours were SB Battle’s Clayton Crellin and Gabe Diggs, as well as Let if Fly’s Nick Jhajj and Athelite’s Manny Dulay.

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