Chestatee will get a chance to defend its Region 8-4A championship while Cherokee Bluff suffered a frustrating loss to North Oconee in the semifinals at the North Oconee gym on Thursday.
North Hall joined Chestatee and Lakeview Academy into the semifinals with a big 65-51 win over East Hall on Wednesday in the first round of the 64th annual Lanierland tournament.
Known for her offensive prowess, it was a late offensive rebound by Riley Black that may have saved the day for Chestatee Friday night against East Forsyth in the Region 8-4A championship game.