Reaching Up And Reaching Out
By David Gravely
For those who love the game of basketball, it seems like there is always a game or a tournament going on somewhere. The time of year doesn't matter, because with travel teams, AAU teams, "elite" teams, and all the regular middle school, high school, college and pro teams out there you can usually find something to watch. This weekend there will be a tournament that is a little bit different, however, as a local group hopes to help raise money for those affected by the recent tornados.
The New River Valley Ballers, a New River Valley travel basketball team, and the Pulaski Church of God are hosting a three on three basketball tournament this Saturday, and all proceeds and donations will be going to assist those in Pulaski and Draper that were affected.
"We wanted to do something to help, and this was just one of the ways we came up with" said event coordinator Patrick Lawson. "We know that there were so many people that have needs, and we're just hoping to make a dent in those needs. We'd like to invite everyone to come out and root for your favorite teams, and while you're here grab something from the concessions stand or make a donation."
The tournament will be a double elimination event, with a $30 entry fee per team. The games will be to 21 points, scored by two's and three's. There are currently three different divisions scheduled. The ladies will be able to compete in a girls/women's only division, while the guys will be able to play in either a 17 and over division or a 40 and over division.
"We want to be able to offer a chance for the teams to be able to compete against each other and have some fun, but the main purpose here is going to be about helping our neighbors that need it" said Lawson. "There are lots of people who have been affected recently by the bad weather, and it could happen to anyone. We just them to know that there are people out there that care about them, and that we do want to help out. We would also like to invite anyone who was affected to come out and join us Saturday. Sometimes something as simple as getting your mind off of things for an hour or two can be a really good thing."
The full schedule of events will be posted at The Refreshing Center (Pulaski Church of God) on Friday after a meeting with all of the teams. Spaces are still available if you are interested in participating. For more information, contact Patrick Lawson at (540)250-2206 or email at patricklawson@vic.edu.
By David Gravely
For those who love the game of basketball, it seems like there is always a game or a tournament going on somewhere. The time of year doesn't matter, because with travel teams, AAU teams, "elite" teams, and all the regular middle school, high school, college and pro teams out there you can usually find something to watch. This weekend there will be a tournament that is a little bit different, however, as a local group hopes to help raise money for those affected by the recent tornados.
The New River Valley Ballers, a New River Valley travel basketball team, and the Pulaski Church of God are hosting a three on three basketball tournament this Saturday, and all proceeds and donations will be going to assist those in Pulaski and Draper that were affected.
"We wanted to do something to help, and this was just one of the ways we came up with" said event coordinator Patrick Lawson. "We know that there were so many people that have needs, and we're just hoping to make a dent in those needs. We'd like to invite everyone to come out and root for your favorite teams, and while you're here grab something from the concessions stand or make a donation."
The tournament will be a double elimination event, with a $30 entry fee per team. The games will be to 21 points, scored by two's and three's. There are currently three different divisions scheduled. The ladies will be able to compete in a girls/women's only division, while the guys will be able to play in either a 17 and over division or a 40 and over division.
"We want to be able to offer a chance for the teams to be able to compete against each other and have some fun, but the main purpose here is going to be about helping our neighbors that need it" said Lawson. "There are lots of people who have been affected recently by the bad weather, and it could happen to anyone. We just them to know that there are people out there that care about them, and that we do want to help out. We would also like to invite anyone who was affected to come out and join us Saturday. Sometimes something as simple as getting your mind off of things for an hour or two can be a really good thing."
The full schedule of events will be posted at The Refreshing Center (Pulaski Church of God) on Friday after a meeting with all of the teams. Spaces are still available if you are interested in participating. For more information, contact Patrick Lawson at (540)250-2206 or email at patricklawson@vic.edu.
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