Graham Palmer (12) and Dax Jenks (4) try to outmuscle Zillah defenders as they go for the rebound in the 1A state semifinals.
March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 4:45 p.m.
Foundations of belief powers Knights to third in state tourney
ROYAL CITY — After a successful first year under Head Coach Tim Ravet, the Royal Knights (24-5) finished the season in third at the 1A state basketball tournament. “I think we were playing pretty good basketball; having a shot to play until the last day is always the goal,” Ravet said. “Believing that you could win is always fun; you can tell the kids believed we could win. That's what you want more than anything: that belief, buy-in and work ethic.”