Don Ross Kinnie Hoopsters is hosting the first 3 vs 3 basketball holiday competition at its home gym at St Martin’s College in Swatar. The competition entitled “Above the Rim” is open for boys and girls and is divided in three categories: under 13, under 15, and under 17.
“This 3 vs 3 competition will give young and aspiring Maltese basketball enthusiasts a chance to practise and improve their skills while playing the great game of basketball,” said Don Ross. “Everyone is invited to participate and young players will have the opportunity to meet and play with other basketball players and compete in a friendly environment.”
The competition will be held on Saturday, 20th December 2003 from 9.00am onwards for the under 13 girls and boys and under 15 girls and boys; and on Sunday 21st December 2003 from 1.00pm for the under 17 girls and boys. All participants can wear their own school sports wear.
Kinnie Brand Executive, Alison Bezzina, said: “This competition will provide an exciting experience for these young basketball players. It will not only give them an opportunity to improve their basketball skills but, more importantly, to have fun in a healthy environment.”
Those who wish to take part are urged to contact Don Ross on telephone number 9926 5772. Registrations including names of participants, name of team and age group, can be submitted via email to donrossball@hotmail.com.