Westpark Royals varsity boys volleyball team was in Carman yesterday, for the Cougars' annual tournament.

They won a pair over Elm Creek, lost two versus Carman, split with Miami, and lost two against Warren.

The Royals finished third in the round robin, but lost in the semi-finals.

Coach Merrill Friesen says all the games were close, and they always had a chance to win.

At the same time, he's pleased with how well they played, and improved as the tournament progressed.

Friesen adds they left Carman tired, but excited about the upcoming season.