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Among friends, Elk River advances in the girls’ state tournament

By JIM PAULSEN, Star Tribune, 10/26/22, 7:15AM CDT

The Elks defeated Maple Grove, a familiar training partner, in the first round of Class 2A team competition.

Kate Perbix had a hug for Leah Skogquist-Berg after their victory Tuesday. (Alex Kormann, Star Tribune)

The girls' tennis state tournament continues with team semifinals and finals Wednesday and singles and doubles Thursday and Friday.

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