Tribal teams take top three spots at Montana Class B tournament

Tribal teams finished first, second and third at the Montana Class B Basketball Tournament held March 12–15 in Bozeman, Montana, according to Native Sun News Today. The Lodge Grass Indians won the championship with a 69-48 victory over the Harlem Wildcats, securing their eighth state title. The Wildcats of Fort Belknap placed second, and the St. Labre Braves of Northern Cheyenne earned third, marking their first state trophy finish in 49 years.

Lodge Grass and Harlem entered the tournament as divisional champions, according to Native Sun News Today. St. Labre advanced to third place after multiple games on the final day, including a win over Shepherd. St. Labre head coach Lafe Hagen was quoted as saying the team’s finish reflects “a lot of hard work and determination” and strong community support.