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Meet Brendan Smith

Brendan Smith, sponsored by Marietta, Ga., Lodge No. 1657, prepared for the Hoop Shoot by practicing every day after school. And perfect practice makes perfect—Brendan made 25 of 25 free throws at the 2022 Hoop Shoot National Finals—earning him a Frank His National championship, a Getty Powell Award, and an Emile Brady award for sinking all 25 free throws. (Runtime: 1 min., 28 secs.) Production, Post-Production: Kirby Productions, Western Massachusetts #hoopshoot

Meet Bree Besonen

Bree Besonen, sponsored by Copper Country, Mich., Lodge No. 404, already had a 2019 Hoop Shoot gold medal when she stepped up to the line at Wintrust Arena at the 2022 National Finals. She made 24/25, adding another Frank Hise National Championship and her first Getty Powell award! (Runtime 1 min., 31 secs.) Production, Post-Production: Kirby Productions, Western Massachusetts #hoopshoot

Hoop Shooting the Breeze Season 2: Episode 8

There's an extra-special guest on episode 8! He's a former Hoop Shoot participant and Regional Director and the current National President—you guessed it, it's Keith Mills! Mills joins guest host Jim O'Kelley to reminisce on his volunteer days and talk about what makes the Hoop Shoot special.

Hoop Shooting the Breeze Season 2: Episode 5

Lynn Rutherford-Snow first experienced the Hoop Shoot when her daughter Ashley competed in 1995. She got involved with the program as a volunteer and became the Virginia State Hoop Shoot Director in 2008. Lynn joins the show to reminisce and look ahead to the future of the Hoop Shoot—one in which she becomes the first female Regional Director in the program's history in the 2022-23 season.

Hoop Shooting the Breeze Season 2: Episode 2

Faith Sjoberg was a three-peat #HoopShoot National Finalist—she made it to the final round of the competition in 2016, 2017 and 2018. Though she never won a championship (only making it to the podium once, in 2017, in third place), Faith never gave up because she knew she could succeed if she persevered. That's grit, and Faith learned that and the power of hard work through the Hoop Shoot. She carries those lessons off the court, too.

Elks Hoop Shoot 50th Anniversary Sizzle Reel

In celebration of the 50th season as a national program, the #HoopShoot is highlighting some of the most notable National Finalists and Frank Hise Champions. In the first installment of the Elks Hoop Shoot 50th Anniversary Sizzle Reel, we look back at some of Hoop Shoot’s best! Comment below to tell us who you’d like to see in the second film. The Elks intend to deliver a gold-medal National Finals for a golden anniversary. On April 30, 2022, 72 National Finalists will toe the line at Wintrust Arena, a new state-of-the-art, 10,000-seat facility in downtown Chicago that’s home to the WNBA’s Chicago Sky and DePaul University’s Blue Demons. The 2022 Finalists will step up to the same line as some of basketball’s best. Clips: NBA KTUU Missouri Valley Conference WNBA Oklahoma Women’s Basketball Boston College Athletics PAC 12 Production, Editing, Motion Graphics: Kirby Productions (Runtime: 2 mins., 6 secs.) #HoopShoot #HoopShoot50

Hoop Shooting the Breeze Season 2: Episode 1

Hoop Shooting the Breeze is back! In the first episode of season two, host Makenna Cannon sits down with Bart Powell, a longtime friend of the program and a vital part of the National Finals. Every year, he presents the Getty Powell Award—named for his father, the Hoop Shoot’s first National Director—to the top overall girl and boy shooters. Tune in for a Hoop Shoot history lesson and some of Bart's favorite memories!

Hoop Shooting the Breeze: Episode 8

In the final episode of the first season OF Hoop Shooting the Breeze, 2020 Getty Powell Winners Ellison Graham and Caden Thompson join the show to share how they stayed motivated through the uncertainty to reach the 2020 National Finals. #HoopShoot

Hoop Shooting the Breeze: Episode 5

In Episode 5 of Hoop Shooting the Breeze, Makenna checks in with 2016 National Finalist Daylee Dunn. Daylee is a two sport collegiate athlete at Fresno State—she reflects on the lessons she learned through the #HoopShoot?, the relationship she built with the Elks and her career aspirations.

Hoop Shooting the Breeze: Episode 4

It's safe to say the Gray family was bitten by the Hoop Shoot bug! Sheahan Gray, the first Service Scorecard winner, got her family involved with the Hoop Shoot for the first time last year. Sheahan, her sister, Quinlan, and her brother, McKeon, all competed, and Sheahan clinched the State Champion title in Connecticut. Now, they are serving their community together as a family with the Service Scorecard. Learn more about the Service Scorecard at enf.elks.org/ServiceSC.

Hoop Shooting the Breeze: Episode 2

Jenna Taylor accidentally got involved with the Hoop Shoot in an elementary school gym class—she made it to Regionals her first year as an 8-to 9-year old, and she went all the way to the 2011 National Finals during her final year of eligibility. Last year, Jenna joined the #ElksFamily as an Elks scholar. In the latest episode, she shares what she learned about a strong work ethic from shooting free throws, and she helps announce the first winners of the Service Scorecard raffle. #HoopShootServes Learn more about the Service Scorecard, register, and get started on this month's scorecard at enf.elks.org/ServiceSC.

Hoop Shooting the Breeze

Welcome to Hoop Shooting the Breeze, a brand-new show featuring special Hoop Shoot guests! In the premiere of the show, Past National Finalist and 2020 BackBoard member Madigan Moore joins the show to share about her Hoop Shoot experience and what it taught her about bravery. Plus, she helps Youth Program Associate Makenna Cannon announce a new virtual service opportunity—the Service Scorecard! #HoopShoot Learn more about the Service Scorecard, register, and get started on this month's scorecard at enf.elks.org/ServiceSC. #HoopShootServes

Family Ties

It’s #TrueGritTuesday! You read that right—we have a bonus Griteo from the 2019 #HoopShoot National Finals! In the final installment of the series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Champion Bree and Third-Place Winner Emma Besonen and their family share what the Hoop Shoot legacy means to them—their siblings and parents all competed in the Hoop Shoot! Check it out. (Runtime: 3 min., 19 sec.)

One Thumb Down

It's #TrueGritTuesday! In the seventh installment of the 2019 Griteo series, 2019 #HoopShoot National Finalist Saige Oliver shares how her broken thumb was no match for her determination. Check it out! (Runtime: 2 mins., 21 secs.)

Give to Get

It's #TrueGritTuesday! In the sixth installment of this year's Griteo film series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Tommy Goodelle shares what sportsmanship means to him. Check it out! (Runtime: 4 mins., 21 sec.)

The Hoop Shoot Means Family

It's #TrueGritTuesday! In the fifth installment of this year's Griteo film series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Kaylee King and her mom, Paula—a 1991 Hoop Shoot National Champion—share what it was like to participate in the #HoopShoot, then and now. (Runtime: 3 mins., 22 sec.)

Taking Off

It's #TrueGritTuesday! In the fourth installment of this year's Griteo film series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Saige Oliver and her Parents David and Hailey share their approach to the #HoopShoot and goal setting--hint, it's all about staying cool under pressure! (Runtime: 2 mins., 57 sec.)

One More

It's #TrueGritTuesday! In the third installment of the 2019 Griteo series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Barron Silsby shares about his personal growth and goals—both shaped by his five years as a #HoopShoot participant. Check it out!

The Family Religion

It's #TrueGritTuesday! In the second video of this year's Griteo film series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Wayne Bower and his dad, Jacob, a 1997 Hoop Shoot National Champion, share how Wayne is carrying on his family's tradition as a #HoopShoot participant. Check it out! (Runtime: 2 mins., 50 sec.)

Bounce Back

#TrueGritTuesdays are back! In our first video of this year's Griteo film series, 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Tajianna Roberts shares how she learned to trust the process and bounce back from a loss. Check it out! (Runtime: 2 mins., 14 secs).

2019 Hoop Shoot National Finals Highlights

The 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finals are history! It was a weekend full of fun, family and friendly competition. Here are the exctended highlights! #HoopShoot (Runtime: 4 mins., 24 secs.)

2019 Hoop Shoot National Finals Highlights

The 2019 Hoop Shoot National Finals are history! It was a weekend full of fun, family and friendly competition. Here are the highlights! #HoopShoot (Runtime: 2 mins., 22 secs.)

Rivals or Role Models?

Fischer Brown has been competing in the Elks Hoop Shoot for six years. On his journey, he learned that he can be both a competitor and a role model. Watch the last Griteo from the 2018 Hoop Shoot National Finals. (Runtime: 2 mins., 20 secs.)

Where Kindness Can Get You

2018 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Ralee Bare, representing North Wilkesboro, N.C., Lodge No. 1846, and her family were blown away by how much Elks Care and the kindness they received while Ralee competed in the Hoop Shoot. Watch as Ralee and her mother share their gratitude in the second to last Griteo from the 2018 Hoop Shoot season below! (Runtime: 2 mins., 16 secs.)

Small Town, Big Dreams

2018 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Brenley is a hometown hero! She traveled from her small town of 6,000 people, near Ely, Nevada, Lodge No. 1469, all the way to Chicago to step up to the #HoopShoot line. Talk about #TrueGritTuesday! Watch below! (Runtime: 3 mins., 23 secs.)

Confidence Under Pressure

At 11 years old, Dustin already knows how to stay cool under pressure—even thrive on it—thanks to the Hoop Shoot contests. Watch to see what else Dustin learned from the #HoopShoot because it's #TrueGritTuesday! (Runtime 1 min., 56 secs.)

Sister, Sister

2018 National Champion Kameryn Ketcham might've competed in the same age group as her younger sister, but that doesn't stop them from having an unbreakable bond. #TrueGritTuesday (Runtime: 2 mins., 4 secs.)

The Monkey Bars to Success

One time, when Adisyn fell off the monkey bars, she told herself, "Adisyn, you can do it!" She got back up, and did it. Now, she tells herself that when she steps up to the #HoopShoot line. Watch her and her dad share other funny stories from the 2018 Hoop Shoot National Finals because it's #TrueGritTuesday! (Runtime: 2 mins., 31 secs.)

Happy Place

Next up in #TrueGritTuesdays is 2018 National Finalist John Abernathy! Even though John's father, Charles, is home just a week at a time while he serves on active duty in the military, John says he wouldn't have made it to the #HoopShoot National Finals without him. Fortunately, Charles was able to make the trip to Chicago to see John compete and helped him go to his "happy place." Watch them share their story! (Runtime: 3 mins., 04 secs.)

Free Throws and the Flu

#TrueGritTuesdays are back! First up is 2018 Hoop Shoot National Finalist Fischer Brown. He tied for fourth at Finals, but he says the lessons he learned aren't just basketball lessons—they're life lessons. Watch the video to see why! (Runtime: 2 mins., 41 secs.)

2018 Hoop Shoot National Finals Highlights

The Finalists shone bright in another great year at the Hoop Shoot National Finals in Chicago from April 19-21, 2018. Check out the highlights! (Runtime: 2 mins., 07 secs.)

Deja Finn

Blake and Bailey Finn are no strangers to the Hoop Shoot. Blake was a 2010 National Champion and Getty Powell winner, and Bailey is a 2010 Nation Champion who will compete in her fourth Hoop Shoot this season. Their work ethic is why they're next up in our #TrueGritTuesdays series. (Runtime: 2 mins., 55 secs.)

Bigger Scheme Called Life

Through dedication and commitment, 2013 Elks Hoop Shoot National Champion Grant Barnhart returned to the Finals in 2017. Along the way, he learned lessons that not only apply to the Hoop Shoot, but as his father, Mark, said, "a bigger scheme called life." (Runtime: 3 mins., 14 secs.)

I'll Be Back

2017 Hoop Shoot National Finalist DeShun Coleman pushed himself to return to Chicago after falling short at the previous year's National Finals. He shares what he learned from practicing free throws with his dad and how he made a comeback. DeShun showed a lot of grit, which is why he's next in our #TrueGritTuesday series. (Runtime: 2 mins., 40 secs.)

Don't Count Yourself Out

Macy Richardson talks about what it was like to win the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finals and her brother, Andrew, talks about the lessons he learned from Hoop Shoot as he prepared for the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finals. #TrueGritTuesdays (Runtime: 3 mins., 9 secs.)

Fifth Time's the Charm

After falling short at the Region 12 semi-finals for four straight years, Ellie DiGiacomo finally broke through in 2017. She and her dad, Joe, reflect on her quest to reach the National Finals. Check out this brand new Griteo as the #TrueGritTuesdays series makes its long-awaited return! (Runtime: 3 mins., 10 secs.)

Sophie Phillips Hoop Shoot Intro

A couple of stars are born in this film introducing the top girl shooter from the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finals. (Runtime: 1 min., 14 secs.)

2017 Elks Hoop Shoot Highlights

Check out this fantastic, moving recap of the 2017 Hoop Shoot National Finals! (Runtime: 6 mins., 18 secs.)

2017 Hoop Shoot Highlights Video for Awards Banquet

Check out this highlights video from the first two days of an amazing weekend in Chicago for the 2017 #HoopShoot finalists and their families. First aired at the Awards Banquet on April 22. (Runtime: 2 mins.; 17 secs.)

Under Pressure

A good deed, honestly and promptly performed, is its own reward, but every now and then. ... Check out the payoff in the final installment of the 2016 #TrueGritTuesdays series! (Runtime: 1 min., 23 secs.)

Practice Makes Perfect

The third time may be the charm, but it was lots of hard work that made the difference for Mitchell Leas on his third trip down the road to the Hoop Shoot National Finals. #TrueGritTuesdays (Runtime: 1 min., 41 secs.)

Welcome to the Family

The Richardsons of Nebraska were expecting a fun competition when they started down the Road to Chicago in 2016. They got so much more. #TrueGritTuesdays (Runtime: 1 min., 24 secs.)

For My Sisters

Samantha Griebel's older sisters taught her how to play basketball. One of them was a state Hoop Shoot finalist once. Another reached the National Finals in 2015. In 2016, Samantha put them all on her back for a Finals run of her own. Check out the latest Griteo in our #TrueGritTuesdays series. (Runtime: 2 mins., 47 secs.)

Fatten the Hog

The father of a three-time national finalist reflects on the lessons learned--and his son's growth--through the Hoop Shoot program. #TrueGritTuesdays (Runtime: 2 mins., 15 secs.)

Hangin' Out

Time spent with your kids is never wasted. Parent Matt Parkhouse reminds us that developing grit isn't the only benefit of the Hoop Shoot program. #TrueGritTuesdays (Runtime: 1 min., 20 secs.)

Bit by the Hoop Shoot Bug

Jennifer's best memories of basketball were with the Hoop Shoot. Now, she's reliving those experiences with her daughter, Alexis. Check out the latest Griteo in our #TrueGritTuesdays series. (Runtime: 4 mins., 39 secs.)

Gettin' After It

Playing basketball when they were growing up taught Marcus Parker and his siblings to set goals and go after them. Now, he sees his daughter Naomi learning similar lessons through the Hoop Shoot. Check out the latest installment in our #TrueGritTuesdays series. And wait ’til you see who Marcus’ siblings are! (Runtime: 3 mins., 26 secs.)

Anything You Can Do

Hoop Shoot legend C.J. Cowgill won four national titles in the '80s and '90s. His nephew Camden? Not impressed. Nancy Cowgill, their mother and grandmother, talks about what the program has meant to her family in the latest installment of our #TrueGritTuesdays series. (Runtime: 3 mins., 39 secs.)

Sibling Rivalry

#TrueGritTuesdays are back! Check out this new installment about brother and sister Jackson and Justice Midyett, who pushed each other all the way to the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finals. (Runtime: 3 mins., 1 sec.)

The Backboard

The 2016 Hoop Shoot Finals film focuses on four former finalists who returned to serve on the inaugural Backboard alumni advisory board. Watch the weekend through their eyes. (Runtime: 6 mins., 19 secs.)

Reagan Ponzer Hoop Shoot Intro

It used to be pretty easy to misspell Reagan Ponzer's name. That changed on April 16 when she hit every shot she took at the 2016 Hoop Shoot National Finals in Chicago. Warm-ups, practice, regulation and overtime, she sank them all. Everyone knows her name now. Check out her intro video from Opening Ceremonies at the Elks National Convention in Houston. (Runtime: 1 min., 30 secs.)

Camden Cowgill Hoop Shoot Intro

Camden Cowgill's father was a two-time national Hoop Shoot finalist. So was his aunt. And his uncle won four national titles. Camden picked up the family mantle at this year's Finals, shooting 69 of 70 shots to win his first national title. He has four years left to top his Uncle CJ's Hoop Shoot record. Check out Camden's intro video from Opening Ceremonies at the Elks National Convention in Houston. (Runtime: 1 min.; 49 secs.)

2016 Hoop Shoot Finals Highliights Video

Check out the weekend highlights video that we played at the awards banquet for the 2016 Elks National Hoop Shoot Finals, featuring a special message from WNBA all-everything Candace Parker. (Runtime: 2 mins.)

Hoop Shoot Finals, Chicago Promo

We're excited to welcome the Hoop Shoot finalists and their families to Chicago next April!

My Sister's Footsteps

In My Sister's Footsteps, the final installment of our ?#?TrueGritTuesdays? series, we catch up with #?HoopShoot? royalty and hear firsthand what our program teaches. (Runtime: 2 mins., 18 secs.)

All in the Elks Family

Perseverance can't be forced. But what we can do as volunteers is provide encouragement and support so that the #HoopShoot competitors have a chance to figure it out for themselves. Here's All in the Elks Family, part five of our #TrueGritTuesdays series. (Runtime: 1 min., 37 secs.)

A Real Cool Hand

Cool Hand Luke said it best: "Sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand." When it comes to developing grit, losing is part of the process, as we see in A Real Cool Hand, the fourth installment in our #TrueGritTuesdays series.

Preparation Meets Opportunity

Developing grit would be easy if we could simply explain to kids the benefits of hard work and practice. It doesn't work that way. But when they work hard at something they love, they'll see the payoff and learn the lesson for themselves. Here's Preparation Meets Opportunity, the third installment in our #TrueGritTuesdays series. (Runtime: 1 min., 48 secs.)

Father of the Man

In Father of the Man, the second installment in our #TrueGritTuesdays series, we're reminded of William Wordsworth's poem "The Rainbow." The experiences we have as children--the lessons we learn and the habits we form--shape the adults we become. (Runtime: 2 mins., 6 secs.)

Ice Cream and the Rocky Road Back

Setting goals and working hard to achieve them are keys to developing grit. As adults, we can be facilitators, but as we see in "Ice Cream and the Rocky Road Back," the first installment in our six-part #?TrueGritTuesdays series, we need to be careful about the incentives we use…

Beauty and the Elk

Lauren Kuhn, a Legacy Award scholarship recipient and the 2014 Miss Massachusetts, talks about the meaning of her Elks scholarship and the surprise that awaited her at the 2015 Hoop Shoot Finals.

Bryce Bolio Hoop Shoot Intro

Bryce Bolio, the 2015 male Getty Powell Award winner.

2015 Hoop Shoot National Finals

This short film tells the story of the 2015 national Hoop Shoot finals through the eyes of our volunteers.

Can Larry Dunk?

Larry Torres he shoots, he scores, he's sexy, but can he dunk? Find out!

Brylee Lingen Hoop Shoot Intro

Brylee Lingen, the 2015 Getty Powell Award winner

The Charity Stripe

The Elks Hoop Shoot strives to teach contestants about service, but occasionally the kids can teach us something about service. Contestants Lauren and Mitchell turned the contest into a fundraiser for their friends. If you can make free throws, you can make a difference.