Brandon Griffin, Parks Director for the City of Bryant, announced that the city will be hosting the Chick-Fil-A/Connect 3on3 Basketball Tournament to raise funds for youth.
This inaugural event will be held at Bishop Park and will benefit two local youth-centered organizations: Boys and Girls Club of Bryant and Team USA.
The basketball competition, to be held June 6 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., will feature three-on-three tournaments for boys and girls, sixth through 12th graders, as well as adult men and women. There will be cash prizes, a Slam Dunk, a Dream Team and 3-point contests as well as a $10,000 Hot Shot Contest. There will also be free activities at the Family Fun Zone.
“We are very grateful for our growing customer base and believe strongly in giving back to the community where ever we can — it’s is a must,” said Guy Parker, retired USAF Colonel who is the owner/operator of Chick-fil-A in Bryant. “I’ve served for more than four years as a board member for our local Boys and Girls Club. In fact, this organization is just one of the many non-profits we support. The Chick-fil-A Connect 3ON3 Basketball Tournament will be a great way to provide fun and entertainment, while raising money for two non-profits: Boys and Girls Club of Bryant and Team USA, two organizations that help ensure great futures for our local youth.”
For sponsorship and/or volunteer opportunities, information about the location, contests and Family Fun Zone and to register for participation, log onto cfa3on3.com.
For vendor opportunities, contact LeJuan Washington, teamusacoach@gmail.com, (501) 607-0972 or Guy Parker, guy.e.parker@gmail.com, (334) 414-2029.
Boy and Girls Club of Bryant serves more than 1,000 youth annually, including at-risk and underserved children. Their doors are open during the most crucial hours when children are most vulnerable: after school & summer hours. Staff-led programming aims to develop Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, & Healthy Lifestyles.
Team USA Club was founded in 2011 by Steve Allen and LeJuan Washington as a platform to develop urban American youth. Through their sports outreach, they teach youth the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship and education. Their motto is “When Youth Win, We All Win.”
