All boys and girls, ages nine through 14, are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. The competition will be held Jan. 8, 2022, at 10 a.m. at the Tioga Central High School gym. Registration starts at 9 a.m. and admission is free.
The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local competitions to the New York State championship in April in West Point. International champions are based on scores from the state-level competitions. All boys and girls will compete in their respective age and gender divisions. Last year more than 120,000 sharpshooters participated in over 3,600 local competitions.
This is the 7th Annual contest, and again is dedicated to the memory of Daniel Manwaring, a long-time volunteer coach who died in 2014. Organizers hope to remind the community of Dan’s spirit and enthusiasm for youth sports.
All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation. Winners receive a plaque and move on to the next level of competition. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent.
Blessed Trinity Council #251 sponsors the local contest with members from four Catholic Churches in Tioga County. With more than 2 million members worldwide, the Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic lay organization. It provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church, the community, families, and young people. Last year the Knights of Columbus at all levels of the organization raised and distributed over $187 million to charity and rendered over 77million hours of volunteer service.
Email to freethrowcontest@gmail.com for more information.
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