On Tuesday, January 13th at 7pm, the St. James Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Free Throw Contest at St. James the Apostle Gym.

The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest is for boys and girls ages 9 through 14, as of January 1st of the competition year, with participants competing within their own gender and age group for local, district, regional, and state/province championships, promoting sportsmanship and skills development. 

Key Details:

  • Age Range: 9 to 14 years old (based on age as of January 1st).
  • Divisions: Boys and girls compete separately in age brackets (e.g., 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14).
  • Goal: To provide an athletic outlet, encourage sportsmanship, and build confidence.
  • Progression: Winners advance from local to district, regional, and state/province levels. 

All St. James boys and girls, ages 9-14, are invited to compete. For more information, call Matt Powers at 217-553-7859.