Queen of All Saints Knights of Columbus Hosts Basketball Tournament

Another year of the third grade Queen of All Saints Knights of Columbus basketball tournament has come to an end.

This year’s tournament was held March 5 to March 16 at in Oakville. The tournament included 16 boys teams and 16 girls teams. As always, the tournament was filled within a matter of weeks due to the popularity of the tournament.

The following schools participated in the tournament: Queen of All Saints, St. Simon, St. Gabriel, Sacred Heart, Seven Holy Founders, Mary Mother of the Church, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, St. Josephs, Assumption, St. Catherine Laboure, St. Francis of Assisi, and Immaculate Conception.

As is tradition, before each and every game, the players' names are announced as they come running out from a room with music blasting and the fog machine in full force. Parents, friends and relatives are along each side of the “Spirit Line” ready to greet them with cheers and enthusiastic high-fives. This is always a highlight for the players.

This year’s winner on the boy’s side was Queen of All Saints, coached by Bill Cunningham. Second place went to  coached by Rich Keuss.

And the girl’s winner was St. Gabriel, coached by Jeff Ronshausen. Second place went to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, coached by Kurt Lieber.

The Queen of All Saints Knights of Columbus along with the Activities Association would like to thank all the players, coaches, family members and friends for all their support and participation. Thanks again for a great tournament!

For additional information and photos, visit www.qasaa.org.