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Basketball: Two Rowan girls are Hoop Shoot state champs


Published on 2025-02-12 16:05:19 - salisburypost
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  • Marlie Steele, Hadley Misenheimer Elks Lodge ER Kenny Martin with the state champs. By Liz Tennent For Salisbury Post GREENSBORO
  • Marlie Steele and Hadley Misenheimer are Hoop Shoot state champions.

The article from the Salisbury Post, published on February 12, 2025, discusses the achievements of two Rowan County girls, Ella Lentz and Kynlee Dextraze, who have won the Elks Hoop Shoot state championships in their respective age groups. Ella Lentz, competing in the 10-11 age group, and Kynlee Dextraze, in the 12-13 age group, both excelled at the state competition held in Greensboro. Their victories qualify them to advance to the regional competition in Knoxville, Tennessee, with the potential to move on to the national championships in Chicago. The article highlights their dedication to the sport, their practice routines, and the support from their families and coaches. It also mentions the significance of the Elks Hoop Shoot, which is a free throw shooting contest for children aged 8 to 13, aimed at promoting sportsmanship and community involvement.

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