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Challenger Program

Closter's "Differently-Abled" Challenger Program was established 23 years ago for students of all ages who attend Northern Valley District schools.  The "Differently-Abled" Challenger Program includes baseball/t-ball in the spring, basketball in the winter, and a horseback riding program held in both the spring and fall.

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Winter 2023 Challenger Basketball

The 1 hour Challenger program runs every Sunday from January 8, 2023 through the end of March.  The first half of the hour is a clinic-type practice, aimed at developing the skills of the players. Players have the option of playing a basketball game in the second half of the hour or continuing with the drills while engaging with student volunteers.  NO sports experience is required!!!

Program Days:  2023 - Sundays  (No program on Feb 19 due to winter recess) 
      Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 
      Feb 5, 12, 26 
      Mar 5, 12, 19  
     


Ages 4 ~ 11:      Location – Hillside Elementary School Gym, Closter
                             Time – 12 noon to 1pm

 
Ages 12 & up:    Location – Tenakill Middle School Gym, Closter
                             Time – 12:30pm to 1:30pm

To register for Winter 2023 Challenger Basketball

Click Here!

Any questions, please contact Jim Oettinger at ​joettinger@closternj.us