Elks set kids free throw contest

Previous Crestview Hoop Shoot winners include Ashley Nichols, left, and Amanda Nichols, right. Special to the News Bulletin

CRESTVIEW — The Crestview Elks Lodge 2624's annual Hoop Shoot free throw contest is scheduled.

North Okaloosa boys and girls ages 8 to 13 may participate in the contest, which is noon Dec. 17 at the Twin Hills gymnasium, 100 Hathaway St. S., Crestview.

The event is free to attend and open to the public. Students must bring a birth certificate or passport as proof of age to participate.

Winners at the local level who advance through regional and state competitions will attend the national final April 22 in Chicago, Illinois.

Contact Hoop Shoot Directors Wanda Walker, 758-5985, or Kim Sayer, 902-2133; or visit http://www.elks.org/hoopshoot for more information.

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