KofC Youth free throw contest to be held Jan. 25

All boys and girls ages 10 through 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship.
The Wilmington Knights of Columbus #11149 will host the local contest on Saturday, Jan. 25. Registration will be 8:30 a.m. and competition will begin at 9 a.m. in the St. Rose Parish gymnasium, 626 S. Kankakee St., Wilmington.
All young people, not in another local contest, are invited to participate. Each will vy for the best of 15 consecutive free throws.
The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is sponsored annually with the winners progressing through local, district, regional and state competitions. National winners are awarded based on the scores accumulated in the various rounds of competition.
Participants will compete in their respective age division. All contestants on the local level will be recognized for their participation. There is no entry fee.
Proof of age and written parental consent will be required the morning of the event.
Entry forms will be available at the contest or contact Eli Geiss at 779-227-5075.