Special Olympics basketball skills team
January 29, 2024
The Special Olympics basketball skills team traveled to Hawarden on Jan. 27th for the area competition. During basketball skills, the athletes compete against others in their same age and ability groups to showcase their skills. They have to complete 3 skill areas for a combined score, including spot shot, dribbling, and passing. Cherokee athletes competed hard and put forth a tremendous effort. The following athletes took home medals : Luisa Erickson- 1st place, Kendra Robinson- 1st place, Tyler Palmer- 2nd place, Catelyn Younie- 2nd place, Kolby Towne-2nd place, and Kaeden Handy- 3rd place. First place finishers will move on to the state competition in Iowa City March 8-9.