JT youth basketball team wins title

The Jim Thorpe Youth Basketball sixth grade team took home the gold at the Cully Classic Tournament in Schuylkill Haven on Feb 16, finishing with a perfect 4-0 record to claim the title. The team showcased outstanding teamwork, skill, and determination throughout the tournament, securing first place. Members of the team include, front, from left, Cass Ortiz, Andrew Sargent, Jace St Hill and Josh Shaffer; middle, Carter Reis, Roman Goldberg, Jaxon O’Shura, Cameron Moyer and Isaiah Skrimcovsky; back, Derick Reis, Jr. Coach Logan OShura, Max Rasmussen, Jr. Coach Chris Ortiz and Coach Gabe Ortiz. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO