Hoopfest is back for 2022!

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The BC Wheelchair Basketball Hoopfest is back at the Richmond Oval scheduled for Wednesday, May 18, 2022. The event is the largest annual fundraiser for the BC Wheelchair Basketball Society and has been since 1994. Unfortunately, it was cancelled two years in a row in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. BC Wheelchair Basketball Society hosted a successful 25th anniversary event in 2019, therefore were thrilled to see the event open again. If anyone is interested in watching the 25th anniversary, please click on the link Rewatch the FUN and Action NOW

Hoopfest is an inclusive, fun, corporate and community event to celebrate Wheelchair Basketball. The registration deadline was May 1, 2022. Teams are made up of 5 to 10 players with our without physical abilities. It provides a chance for people to participate and play basketball with a friend or family member who has a physical disability. Upper body mobility and strength is recommended for a positive experience in the sport. Wheelchair Basketball is an amazing and competitive opportunity for people who are not able to run in the sport of basketball. Come out and enjoy the tournament that includes dinner and raffle prizes. Current and National team athletes will be present to interact with as well as the next generation Canada Games level team members. It is an opportunity to network and build life-long relationships.

Prizes, gift bags and auction items will be made available. All funds raised will help support BC Wheelchair Basketball programs, leagues and tournaments and assist with equipment and advocacy for British Columbians living with a physical impairment. Events such as Wheelchair Basketball provide awareness of the mobility issues individuals are facing and educates the community to further support the cause.

The Richmond Olympic Oval is located in 6111 River Road, Richmond.

 

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