In a sloppy but fast-paced game, the Polars, aided by 21 points from Jamil Jackson Jr., prevailed for an 82-61 victory.
Minneapolis North's Pat Dembley took a shot over Red Lake defenders in the first half of the Class 1A semifinal game Friday at Target Center. Photo: ELIZABETH BRUMLEY * brumley.elizabeth@gmail.com
All of the champions benefited from players who transferred. Also, Minnetonka's Bryce Tesdahl endured disappointment as a player and sold his team on avoiding it.