Elks Hoop Shoot Scheduled For December 14

The 42nd Annual Elks 'Hoop Shoot" will be held Saturday, December 14 at Effingham High School. Doors open at 11 a.m. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and shooting starts sharply at noon. Age brackets are 8-9, 10-11, and 12-13 years old as of April 1, 2013. There will be only one winner in each age bracket from each school.

At the Local Elks "Hoop Shoot" in Effingham there will be three trophies in each age group for first, second and third places. Elk frisbees will  be given to all participants. The best girl and boy free throw shooter of each group will be given a special plaque. Trophies and basketball are on display at the Elks Lodge on South Banker Street, Effingham.

Winners will advance to the Elks District "Hoop Shoot" Contest to be held Sunday, January 5 at Pana High School in Pana. Signup will be from noon to 1 p.m. and shooting begins at 1 p.m.

If there are any questions, contact Chairman Lawrence Carie (217-347-7536) or the Effingham Elks Lodge at 217-342-3636.