In the final days of December, Proviso West’s boys varsity basketball team played in the 63rd Proviso West Holiday Tournament. They placed third, an achievement that the school hasn’t accomplished since 1986.
The tournament took place in late December at Proviso West High School’s gym. It included 28 basketball games played by 16 teams, many of whom are top-ranking in Illinois and Northwest Indiana.
Placing among such teams proved to be a success for Proviso West, one that has been years in the making.
“We have been diligently working on rebuilding the Boys Basketball program, and the progress we’ve made is truly remarkable,” Lamont Bryant, head coach of the Proviso West boys varsity basketball team, said in a statement.
Several attendees gathered to watch the team’s success at the tournament, including District 209 Superintendent Krish Mohip, school board members, staff, students, and even Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot.
“I am incredibly excited for what lies ahead for our team and deeply grateful for the unwavering support from our community, families, and supporters,” Bryant said. “Together, we are building something extraordinary. Here’s to continued growth and success in the new year.”
