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News From The Court

Snelling Creates Her Own Fairytale Ending (posted 4/17/2018)

When Bailey Snelling competed in the 2003 Hoop Shoot National Finals, she was ready to bring back a championship to her small town in Montana. Although it didn't go as planned, she earned more than a trophy through the experience.

2018 Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals Shooting Order (posted 4/17/2018)

Check out who's shooting when on Saturday, April 21, at Loyola University Chicago's Gentile Arena. The first contest starts at 7:30 a.m.

Sullivan Learns to Believe in Hoop Shoot Process (posted 4/12/2018)

Before he could become a Hoop Shoot National Champion, Jeremiah Sullivan had to learn perseverance, patience and how to believe in the process.

Hoop Shooting with Grace (posted 4/6/2018)

Grace Geffre is a Hoop Shoot National Champion who competed in six seasons of the Hoop Shoot. Each year brought new memories, new experiences, and, especially, new lessons to be learned. Check them out here!

Jordan Doesn't Dodge Hoop Shoot Lessons (posted 3/29/2018)

When Jordan Dodge started practicing to become a Hoop Shoot National Finalist, he realized he was going to have to make some sacrifices. As a coach, he tries to instill that same mindset in his players who want to win. Read his story here.

Loyola Ramblers Ramble On (posted 3/29/2018)

The Hoop Shoot takes place at Gentile Arena next month, which could possibly be the home court of the next NCAA Tournament Champions. Cheer on the Ramblers this weekend!

Hoop Shoot e-Greetings (posted 3/28/2018)

Wish your favorite Finalist the best of luck at the 2018 Hoop Shoot National Finals with an e-Greeting! Your online message will be hand delivered to the Finalist on site in Chicago. Let them know that you're rooting for them!

Alexandra Hendricks Bounces Back from Hoop Shoot Defeat (posted 3/23/2018)

When Alexandra Hendricks fell short of reaching her goal to be a 2004 Hoop Shoot National Champion, she learned to value something even more valuable than winning.

Ben York Finds Purpose in Free Throws (posted 3/16/2018)

To make it to the 2007 National Finals, Ben York had to draw from within to stay determined in practicing free throws for the Hoop Shoot contest. Today, he's drawing from it again as he applies to medical school.

2018 Hoop Shoot Alumni Advisory Board (posted 3/14/2018)

We are delighted to announce the 2018 Hoop Shoot Alumni Advisory Board, a.k.a. the BackBoard. These six past National Finalists will join us for the Hoop Shoot National Finals where they will serve as volunteers, leaders, and role models to this year’s 72 National Finalists!