Helena Elks Lodge #193 will be holding their local free throw competition as part of the Elks National "Hoop Shoot" free throw program on Sunday.

Boys and girls ages 8- 13 (as of April 1, 2010) are eligible to compete. Winners at the local contest qualify to advance to the district competition and later could qualify to advance to state, regional and national competitions.

The local competition will be held at the Carroll College P.E. Center, beginning at 1 p.m. Awards will be presented to the top three finishers in each group at the Helena Elks Lodge (330 Lola Street) after completion of the competition.

Entry forms are available at area schools and sporting goods stores. For additional information call 439-7675.