Special Olympics Basketball Practices Begin Soon!
New Kent County Public Schools is excited to announce that the Area 6 Special Olympics basketball team will soon begin their weekly practices. These practices are open to individuals ages 8-99 who have a visible or invisible disability, including physical or mental conditions. Participants must have a current physical/medical release form on file, and there are no fees associated with joining the team.
Practice Details:
Start Date: Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Location: New Kent High School, Auxiliary Gym
Players will be provided with jerseys and basketballs at no cost. The Special Olympics team is a fantastic opportunity for athletes to stay active, learn new skills, and build friendships through basketball.
To sign up, contact Peggy at (804) 441-1038 or via email at [email protected]. NKCPS student-athletes involved in Special Olympics can also reach out to Ms. Angelynn McDonald or Ms. Shannon Bennett for the necessary registration documents.
The local tournament is tentatively scheduled for January 12, 2025, with a snow date of January 26. Area games will follow in February.