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The Snoqualmie Casino 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is back, happening this Saturday and Sunday, July 19 and 20.

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The Snoqualmie Casino 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is back, happening this Saturday and Sunday, July 19 and 20.

Courts will be set up on community streets hosting games for all divisions from children up to competitive adult teams. Division championship games will be played on Sunday at the Snoqualmie Ridge Athletic Club Championship Court in Snoqualmie Community Park.

Families can also check out the Costco Kids Slam Dunk Contest , where children will show off their dunking skills in front of a panel of special judges. The event will feature live music from The Islanders and Zeek and the Lightning Bolts on the Tournament Park Live Music Stage both days. Food and concessions are also available.

Back this year is the Kids Zone, sponsored by Church on the Ridge. The event will offer large inflatable attractions and expanded activities, designed especially for kids. Admission is free.

Local sponsors include Casino Snoqualmie, Snoqualmie Ridge Athletic Club, Church on the Ridge, Talking Rain and Costco.

For more information, visit www.snoqualmie3on3.com.