The Okanagan Ice Breaker Tournament returns this Easter weekend.
Youth soccer players ranging from the U11 to U16 age groups are set to being the 15th annual tournament that brings teams from all over the Okanagan, B.C. and Alberta.
Heather Ruth, administrator for the tournament, said itsa国际传媒檚 a great way to start the season for local players.
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Though it will be a medium sized tournament this year, the Ice Breaker will still host 70 teams throughout the different age categories, with all games being played at Beasley Park in Lake Country.
Fans and parents come out in support as the Okanagan teams start their season, while other visiting teams from Vancouver and the Island are winding down theirs.
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The runs April 19 to 21 in Lake Country.
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