SHERBURNE – The Sherburne-Earlville Timberwolves boys’ basketball team faced familiar foes Canastota in the opening round of the Section III, Class B tournament on Friday. S-E was able to host one final game at Kevin Vibbard Court, where they pulled out a 49-41 victory to advance to play top-seed Marcellus.

S-E kicked off the game strong with outscoring Canastota 13-9 in the opening minutes before continuing at a steady pace to give them a 27-20 edge at halftime.

The Timberwolves remained consistent with scoring 11 points in the final two quarters and their defense stopped the Raiders from any big runs to secure the victory.