City High boys are hoping that the third time’s a charm tonight, as they battle 4th ranked West High.

Aside from the long standing rivalry between the two schools, tonight’s game ads another incentive. The two teams meet for the third time this season, now with a trip to the state tournament on the line. The winner of the game advances to the state tournament in Des Moines next week, and the loser will bring their season to an end.

West has come out victorious over City in both previous games this year, with scores of 70-34 and 73-41. However, these scores are left in the past as the teams compete tonight, both hoping for the opportunity to compete for a state title.