The Austin Elks Lodge 414 will hold the annual Hoop Shoot free throw contest this Sunday at Austin High School.

The contest is open to all boys and girls who will be between the ages of 8 and 13 on April 1, 2009.

The Elks National “Hoop Shoot” Free Throw Program is America’s largest non-commercial co-educational sports program. It offers kids regardless of race, color or creed, an opportunity for character and skill development; healthy spirited athletic competition, social relationships; quality family time; camaraderie; and travel with minimal expense to parents.

Registration begins at 11 a.m. Sunday and trophies will be awarded to the winners of each age bracket.