ELLIS, Kan. – Norton, Phillipsburg, Ellis Black and Hill City all won their quarterfinals game Saturday at the K-18 West Regional to advance to the state tournament. Norton eliminated Hays 15-2, Phillipsburg defeated Ness City 11-3, Ellis Black beat Colby 12-11 and Hill City knocked off WaKeeney 16-4.

Sunday’s semifinals will have Norton and Phillipsburg play at noon followed by Ellis Black and Hill City at 2 pm. The third place game takes place at 4 pm with the regional championship game scheduled for 6 pm.

The K-18 State Tournament is July 22, 23 and 26 in Lucas.