By SALINA POST
The Salina Family YMCA will host Hoops for Heroes on March 15. This basketball game will feature a friendly rivalry between the Salina Police Department, the Saline County Sheriff's Office and the Salina Fire Department. The event is free to attend, but donations are encouraged to support the YMCA’s 2025 Annual Strong Kids Campaign, which aims to raise $150,000 to provide opportunities for children and families in the community.
The YMCA gym's doors open at 4:30 p.m., and tip-off is set for 5:30 p.m. The game will feature two 20-minute halves, with added excitement, including designated five-point and 10-point shooting spots on the court.
The evening will include various entertainment and activities, including a kids' dance session supported by YMCA programs after the first quarter and a halftime skills challenge, a three-point contest, and a 50/50 raffle at 6 p.m. D.J. Cash Hollistah will provide music throughout the event.
The Strong Kids Campaign runs until March 15 and concludes with the Hoops for Heroes game.
"We wanted a meaningful way to bookend it," said Chris Lehecka, president and CEO of the Salina Family YMCA. "It’s a celebration of the YMCA's mission and recognition of our volunteers' dedication in helping kids engage with the Salina YMCA."
For more information about the Hoops for Heroes event or the Strong Kids Campaign, visit the Salina Family YMCA.