K of C sponsors hoop-shooting contest

K of C sports news

All boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2013 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship.

The local competition will be held Sunday, January 27, at 2 p.m. in St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church gym. Registration begins at 1:30 that afternoon.

The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is an annual event, with winners progressing through local, district, and state competitions. The K of C international headquarters announces international champions, based on scores from the state-level competitions.

All boys and girls 10 to 14 years old are eligible to participate and will compete in their respective age divisions. Last year, more than 120,000 sharpshooters participated in over 3,600 local competitions.

All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation in the event.  Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent.

For entry forms or additional information, contact Jerod Long at 614.905.6196.