GLADWIN - Beaverton and Gladwin competed in a back and forth race, but it was the Beavers who came out victorious 47-40 on Friday night.
Beaverton lead after the first and second quarter by a few points, but both teams tied things up at 31 heading into the fourth. A final quarter compromised of mostly free throws is what would put Beaverton on top.
Gladwin will play Midland Bullock Creek on Monday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. in the district opener. Beaverton will play either Pinconning or Harrison in the district semifinal on Wednesday, March 1 at 7 p.m.