Annual Turkey Shoot basketball contest returns

Contestants from last year's annual Turkey Shoot warm up prior to taking their shot at winning a Thanksgiving turkey. | BRYCS photo

Posted By: Staff November 9, 2023

The 26th Annual Turkey Shoot Basketball Free Throw Contest returns to Chippens Hill Middle School gymnasium on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services announced yesterday.

Children, ages 4 through 13, will work together with a grownup of their choice to each attempt 10 foul shots and three freestyle shots of their choice for a chance to win a Thanksgiving turkey. One team from each age division will win a $25 gift certificate to Price Chopper to purchase a turkey for Thanksgiving. Raffle and door prizes will be awarded throughout the event, as well.

Participants are encouraged to arrive 5-10 minutes before their start time to check in and warm up before the competition. Pre-registration is required (see below). Teams will start at different times depending on the child’s age:

  • 9:30 AM – Ages 4 & 5
  • 10:00 AM – Ages 6 & 7
  • 10:30 AM – Ages 8 & 9
  • 11:00 AM – Ages 10 & 11
  • 11:30 AM – Ages 12 & 13

The event is free to community members but does require advance registration. To register, visit www.BristolRec.com, stop by BPRYCS offices located at 51 High St., or call the department at (860) 584-6160.

For questions or more information, please contact Madison Fostervold, Recreation Program Assistant, at MadisonFostervold@bristolct.gov.

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