Algonquin's Kelly 2nd at snowboard qualifier

Algonquin's Kirby Kelly finished second in the women's halfpipe competition at the Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Qualifiers in Seven Springs, Penn., on Sunday.

The 17-year-old earned $1200 for the finish. By winning, she qualified for the Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships in Vail, Colo., from Feb. 25-March 2.

Women’s Halfpipe Results:

1. Summer Fenton       USA     BURTON         90.2

2. Kirby Kelly               USA     ROXY              83.8

3. Serena Shaw          USA     N/A                   80.6

4. Kelly Marren            USA     OAKLEY          79.4

5. Madison Barrett       USA     N/A                  73.0