First Posted: 1/13/2014

The Dallas Knights of Columbus held its annual free throw competition on Jan. 11 at the Gate of Heaven gymnasium, Dallas.

The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district and state competitions. International champions are announced by the K of C headquarters based on scores from the state-level competitions. All boys and girls will compete in their respective age and gender divisions.

All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation.

Since its beginning in 1972, over 2.7 million youths have participated in the free throw contest.