By Tim Clinton
SPORTS EDITOR

West Seattle opened the Class 3A boys basketball tournament by posting a 62-54 victory over Wilson of Tacoma Thursday night.

The Wildcats entered at the quarterfinal level after receiving a bye, so Thursday's win automatically advanced them into a Friday night semifinal.

They will take on either Garfield or Rainier Beach at 9 p.m. in the Tacoma Dome.

They are seeking to reach the 5 p.m. Saturday championship.