The 8th grade boys WBDA basketball team took 3rd place honors at the Hop’s Hoops Classic in David City on Saturday, March 5. The 8th grade boys competed in a large 10-team bracket. Wayne defeated Elkhorn Valley 36-29 to open play before falling in a tough contest to Seward. Wayne rebounded with a 36-34 win over Twin Plains to finish 2-1 on the day and in third place.