Hoop Shoot News

A Journey to Remember

Tue, 28 May 2013 15:46:16 +0500

Focus. Perseverance. Sportsmanship. Armed with these traits and a free throw percentage unmatched even by the NBA, 72 Hoop Shoot national finalists entered the gym at Western New England University on April 20, each one determined to win the 2013 Hoop Shoot National Finals—the last stop on the road to Springfield.

The Road to Excellence

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:10:56 +0500

“Try to do your very best in everything, every day, both on and off the court,” advises Carolyn Peck, the keynote speaker for the 2013 Hoop Shoot National Finals. Read her story.

The Road to Springfield

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 11:41:21 +0500

The road to the Hoop Shoot National Finals, held in Springfield, Mass., is paved with hopes, dreams and a lot of practice. Click here to learn more about this year's journey to Springfield.

Lake Norden, S.D., the Real City of Brotherly Love

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:00:55 +0500

Brothers Mitchell and Jackson Noem, sponsored by Watertown S.D., Lodge No. 838, are Hoop Shoot stars! Both advance to Regionals on March 2. Click here to read about these impressive brothers.

On the Way to State

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:10:54 +0500

After winning three Hoop Shoot contests this season, fifth-grader Drew Collins, sponsored by Royal Oak, Mich., Lodge No. 1523, is a Michigan State Hoop Shoot finalist. Click here to learn more about Drew and how he hopes to help others through the Hoop Shoot!

Nothing but Net in El Cajon Valley

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:10:59 +0500

Sixty-nine students from four local elementary schools met to compete at the Elks Hoop Shoot sponsored by El Cajon Valley, Calif., Lodge No. 1812. Read more about the contest and its winners by clicking here!

Local Contests Underway

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 13:26:31 +0500

The Hoop Shoot season is upon us! Click here to read about two successful Lodge contests.

Great Falls Elks Hoop Shoot a Success

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:18:37 +0500

The Elks of Great Falls, Mont., Lodge No. 214 know how to host a Hoop Shoot! More than 50 youth attended the Lodge's local contest. To learn more about the Great Falls Elks' Hoop Shoot, click here!

Marion Elks Host a Hoop Shoot

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:13:52 +0500

The Marion, Ohio, Elks Lodge No. 32 has set the date of their annual Lodge Hoop Shoot contest! For more details on the local contest, click here.

Champions in the Heart of Texas

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:18:50 +0500

Two of this year’s Hoop Shoot National Champions attended the Elks National Convention in Austin, Texas, where they received the Getty Powell Award for sinking the most free throws among all contestants at National Finals. Watch the videos of these champions accepting their awards.

Hoopster with a Halo

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 10:44:45 +0500

Hoop Shoot national finalist, Mitchell Allard, has a big presence on the basketball court and an even bigger heart! Click here to find out how Mitchell used his free throw-sinking skills to help a friend with leukemia.

Be Like Taylor

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:46:27 +0500

Sixth-grader Taylor Robertson is a free-throw-sinking all-star and she has the trophy to prove it! Taylor became a Hoop Shoot National Champion and Getty Powell Award winner after sinking 100 percent of her free throws at National Finals. Read more on Taylor's outstanding performance here!

Practice Pays

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:27:21 +0500

Hoop Shoot national finalist, Joseph Girard III, captured the crowd at the National Finals when he sank 25 of 25 free throws for a perfect score! Joseph is this year's Getty Powell Award winner in the boys' division. Click here to read more about Joseph's big accomplishment!

Headed to the Hall of Fame

Mon, 14 May 2012 15:49:06 +0500

Nine-year old Addi Wedin is headed for the Hall of Fame! The basketball Hall of Fame, that is. Click here to learn how Addi will have her name inscribed at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame forever!

Conquering Nationals

Mon, 14 May 2012 11:55:29 +0500

Twelve-year old Taylor Robertson not only became a Hoop Shoot national champion for her age group, but also earned the prestigous Getty Powell Award after sinking 25 of 25 baskets for a perfect score. Click here to hear more about Taylor's amazing peformace in Springfield!

Shooting like a Star

Mon, 07 May 2012 09:45:30 +0500

Third grader Addi Wedin shot like a champion at the Hoop Shoot national finals and ranked first among girls ages 8-9. Click here to read more on Addi's increble performance in Springfield!

National Finalist PowerPoint

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:45:40 +0500

Seventy-two of the nation’s best free throw shooters competed at the national finals last weekend in Springfield, Mass. Click here to check out these champions doing what they love!

A Perfect Score

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:21:48 +0500

Joseph Girard III became a national champion after sinking 25 of 25 shots at the 2012 Elks Hoop Shoot finals. Read more on Girard's perfect score here!

Claiming Victory

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:14:13 +0500

Nathan Davis, sponsored by Tyrone, Penn., Lodge No. 212, is this year's national champion among boys 12-13. Click here to read more on Davis' outstanding performance in Springfield!

Hoop Shoot Hero

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:30:28 +0500

Lauren Thompson, a Hoop Shoot national finalist, is shooting for much more than a win. She's raised more than $7,000 to help pay for a friend's cancer treatment. Click here to read more of Lauren's amazing story!

King of (New) England

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:30:52 +0500

Hansen Towle was crowned a champion in New England's Regional Hoop Shoot contest. Read more on Hansen here.

Nothing but Net

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:44:10 +0500

Hoop Shoot contestants, Zocko Littleton Jr. and Jordan Brown, make sinking free throws look easy! These two are headed to National Finals after winning the Southeastern Regional competition. Click here to read their story.

Making the Cut

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:55:00 +0500

Two-time New York State champion, Joseph Girard III, claimed victory at both his State and Regional Hoop Shoots and is a National Finalist in this year's competition. Read more on Joseph's journey to Springfield here!

Neighbors at Nationals

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:05:24 +0500

Mayci Torgerson and Marshall Okerlund are the same age, attend the same school, and live on the same street! Now, they are both headed to Springfield, Mass., as Hoop Shoot National Finalists. Click here to read more on their unique journey through the Hoop Shoot.

Return to Finals

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:29:25 +0500

1980 National Hoop Shoot Champion, Laura Lee Moore, will return to the Hoop Shoot finals this April as guest speaker for the event. Read more about her Hoop Shoot experience here!

Track your Favorite Finalist with Shot-Tracker

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:22:59 +0500

Use Shot-tracker to view your finalist's progress during the competition on April 28. Click here to find out how!

From Mountain Home to Massachusetts

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:13:25 +0500

13-year-old Marcus Egusquiza is a fifth year Hoop Shoot contestant and National Finalist in this year's competition. Click here to read more about Marcus' Hoop Shoot experience!

Hoop Shoot Trophies Weather the Storm

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:24:00 +0500

Members of the McManus family have participated in the Elks Hoop Shoot for more than 30 years. Click here to read how 9-year-old National Finalist, Ian McManus, will carry on his family's Hoop Legacy in Springfield, Mass., this month!

Larsen Wows the Crowd at New England Regional Hoop Shoot

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:01:37 +0500

Click here to read how Larsen Henken won New England's Regional Hoop Shoot title and earned herself a place at the National Finals!

Springfield or Bust!

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:58:05 +0500

The 2011-12 Hoop Shoot Regional contests are under way. See the list of champions who have earned a spot to compete in the 2012 National Finals in Springfield, Mass., on April 28, 2012.

Frank Hise Outstanding Shooter Award in the News

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:41:51 +0500

Way to go Northwest Region champion, Marcus Egusquiza! Click here to read the Mountain Home News article.

Hard Work Pays Off

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:58:47 +0500

The Elks National Foundation caught up with 2006 Elks National Hoop Shoot Getty Powell Award Nicholas Fortenberry, sponsored by Augusta, Ga., Lodge No 205. Watch this video interview.

A Trip to Remember

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 12:53:57 +0500

Watch the videos of the speeches the Getty Powell Award winners gave during the 2011 Elks National Convention in Phoenix.

Henry Legend

Mon, 09 May 2011 16:17:46 +0500

After a tense eight-round shoot-off, read how Henry Westphal claimed the Getty Powell Award.

The Fifth Time’s the Charm

Mon, 09 May 2011 16:16:28 +0500

Read how Kendal Cloninger’s perfect score made her the Getty Powell Award winner.

National Finalist Slide Show

Mon, 02 May 2011 12:16:02 +0500

Check out this pdf of the slide show featuring the National Finalists, which was shown at the Awards Banquet following the Hoop Shoot contest.

Congratulations Hoop Shoot Champions

Mon, 02 May 2011 12:05:12 +0500

The 39th annual Hoop Shoot was a success! Congratulations to all 72 national finalists. Check out the results posted on our website.