FRANKLIN COUNTY — Farmington Elks Lodge 2430 will be holding the Lodge level of the 2025-2026 season Hoop Shoot Competition on October 11th at the Academy Hill School Gym in Wilton from 10am to 4pm. The contest has been held for over 50 years. Kids ages 8-13 from any school in Franklin County can participate. There are three age groups: 8-9 years old, 10-11 years old, and 12-13 years old. For more on the contest rules, click here. Winners advance to the District round. Each year, the six Hoop Shoot National Champions will have their names listed alongside their picture Source