The Hopkinton Special Olympics basketball program held its annual game against the Hopkinton Police on Sunday at Hopkinton Middle School’s Brown Gym.
Organizer Alec Levine introduces Hopkinton’s Addie Myers to sing the national anthem. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Hopkinton’s Jacob Murasko takes a practice shot. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Hopkinton’s Ryder Peishoff drives to the basket. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Lindsey Franco tries to get off a shot against the police team’s defense. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Emma Devine takes a shot. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Ava Jeye shoots the ball into a human hoop. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Kiki Bartell lines up a shot. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Referees for the game (from left): Rick Carlson, Scott Mackin and Pat O’Brien. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Retired School Resource Officer Phil Powers hands out trophies after the game. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
The game’s participants pose for a photo. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Police Chief Joseph Bennett keeps order at the postgame pizza party. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
As Director of Hopkinton Special Olympics, I would like to thank Police Chief Bennett and his department for another wonderful game with our athletes. I know that I speak for the families as well in extending our appreciation for what is always the highlight of our season.