On Feb 18th Menifee Community Services teamed up with the JR NBA and the Menifee Valley Boys and Girls Club to host the Jr NBA Skills Challenge in our own city at the Menifee Valley Middle School Gymnasium. Young boys and girls came to put their basketball skills to the test. The winners of this challenge were recognized at the Menifee City Hall Parks and Recreation Meeting on March 2 and will now go onto the Jr NBA Regional Challenge in LA on March 18th to compete. The final winner of that regional competition will be given an all expense paid trip for them and one guardian to compete at the Jr NBA National Finals in New York. The following are the winners that are heading to LA to compete on March 18th:
Champion 14u Male – Robert Stuart
2nd place 12u Male – Ryan Shubert
3rd place 12u Male – Timothy Harris
Champion 12u Male – Michael Monsanto
2nd Place 12u Male – Tristan Keplinger
3rd Place Male – Nathaniel Baker
Champion 12u Female – Janiyah Harris
The Jr NBA embraces their proud philosophy, along with a core set of values they teach to their participants. www.jr.nba.com
FUNdamentals – Teaching basic basketball skill development in a positive, encouraging and fun environment is rewarding for all involved
Hard Work – Emphasizing how to compete – with a focus on working hard and competing to the best of your ability – is more important than the outcome of games won and lost
Respect – Exhibiting a positive attitude toward players, coaches, parents, officials and teammates is how we honor the game and each other
Sportsmanship – Playing the right way, the Jr. NBA Way, is centered on fair, ethical and honest competition
Teamwork – Working together in a supportive manner for a common goal fosters positive social and personal development
Healthy Living – Exercising regularly benefits both mind and body – leading to better health outcomes, greater energy levels, and enhanced classroom performance
The Menifee Community Services Department offer a wide variety of events, classes, and activities for those not too long out of the womb to those enjoying their golden years. You may find something that perhaps you, your friends, or family would like to participate in at the following link. www.cityofmenifee.us
The goal is to provide activities that enhance the lives of the residents if Menifee. “We enhance residents' quality of life by delivering quality programs, services, and facilities that create lasting positive memories for youth, adults and seniors throughout the community”. (Menifee Community Department)
Menifee Valley Boys and Girls club continues to grow and offer children opportunities to participate in many types of sports, arts, and crafts. Families can find just about anything for their child to enjoy that will enhance their experience and teach values.
“The mission of The Menifee Valley Boys & Girls Club is to provide a safe, positive and affordable place for children, especially those who are at risk, to reach their full potential as caring, productive and responsible citizens”. www.menifeebgc.org
