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Jamestown Today
By the People, for the People
M/P-B Basketball Team Makes Region 1B Tournament
Thunder overcome ups and downs to advance to regional play
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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Medina/Pingree-Buchanan (M/P-B) basketball team had an up-and-down performance in the District 2B Tournament, but ultimately prevailed to earn a spot in the Region 1B Tournament. After taking a win over Kidder County and overcoming a double-digit deficit against Linton/HMB, M/P-B secured a 68-60 victory over LaMoure/Litchville-Marion in the region qualifier game.
Why it matters
Making the Region 1B Tournament is a significant accomplishment for the M/P-B basketball team, as it allows them to continue their postseason run and compete against the best teams in the region. The team's ability to bounce back from early setbacks and secure a spot in the regional tournament demonstrates their resilience and competitive spirit.
The details
In the District 2B Tournament, M/P-B started with a 61-41 win over Kidder County, led by strong performances from Gage Hofmann (19 points) and Terek Kinzell (18 points). The team then overcame a double-digit deficit against Linton/HMB in the semifinal round, ultimately falling 73-69. In the region qualifier game, M/P-B defeated LaMoure/Litchville-Marion 68-60, with Kinzell scoring 17 points, Gage Hofmann adding 16, and Drew Hofmann contributing 15 points.
- The District 2B Tournament took place from February 27 to March 2, 2026.
- The region qualifier game against LaMoure/Litchville-Marion was played on March 3, 2026.
The players
Medina/Pingree-Buchanan (M/P-B)
A high school basketball team that competes in District 2B and has earned a spot in the Region 1B Tournament.
Gage Hofmann
A key player for the M/P-B basketball team, scoring 19 points in the win over Kidder County and 16 points in the region qualifier game against LaMoure/Litchville-Marion.
Terek Kinzell
Another important player for the M/P-B basketball team, scoring 18 points in the win over Kidder County and 17 points in the region qualifier game against LaMoure/Litchville-Marion.
Drew Hofmann
A member of the M/P-B basketball team who contributed 14 points in the semifinal game against Linton/HMB and 15 points in the region qualifier game against LaMoure/Litchville-Marion.
LaMoure/Litchville-Marion
The opponent that M/P-B defeated 68-60 in the region qualifier game to advance to the Region 1B Tournament.
What they’re saying
“Making the Region 1B Tournament is a great accomplishment for our team. We've had our ups and downs, but the team's resilience and hard work paid off in the end.”
— Gage Hofmann, M/P-B Basketball Player
What’s next
The M/P-B basketball team will now compete in the Region 1B Tournament, where they will face off against the top teams from the region. The tournament schedule and matchups have not yet been announced.
The takeaway
The M/P-B basketball team's ability to overcome early setbacks and earn a spot in the Region 1B Tournament demonstrates the team's competitive spirit and commitment to success. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and determination of the players and coaches, and it sets the stage for an exciting regional tournament.
