The Gold Medal Classic basketball tournament in Hermansville is heating up this weekend with the Class A Men’s division taking center stage. The competition is fierce as six teams battle it out in a double-elimination format, featuring former Division I and Division II college athletes.
Defending champions Dexter’s Bar of Menominee are looking to secure their sixth consecutive title with a roster stacked with former Michigan Tech University players. Among them are standout players like Dawson Bilski, A.J Grazulis, Dillon Gordon, and Jordan Chartier.
Adding to the excitement is the late addition of 2024 Associated Press Division 4 Player of the Year, Jonny Ingalls, who will be playing for “R” Place of Spaulding. Ingalls, along with former college athletes Gage Kreski and Jason Whitens, are set to bring their A-game to the court.
Whitens, a former North Central standout and college player, expressed his excitement about teaming up with Kreski and Ingalls for the tournament. The trio is looking forward to showcasing their skills and creating lasting memories on the court.
The tournament also features other talented players like the Johnson brothers, Marcus and Kyle, Tyler Mercier, and Adam Nolde, who was named the Outstanding Player in Class B last weekend.
With a lineup of competitive games scheduled throughout the weekend, fans can expect high-energy matchups and thrilling basketball action. The tournament will culminate in the Class A championship game on Sunday, where the best of the best will battle it out for the title.