The annual Elks Hoopshoot Competition held its district championship in Chaffee on Saturday, January 9. Blake Barnes, age 8, captured the first place title for the 8-9 age group, shooting 20 out of 25 free-throws. Blake will advance to the state competition in Imperial on February 6.
Blake is pictured with District Chairman of The Elks.
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