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Challenger Program

Closter's "Differently-Abled" Challenger Program was established in 1997 for students of all ages who attend Northern Valley District schools.  The "Differently-Abled" Challenger Program includes baseball/t-ball in the spring, and basketball in the winter.

VOLUNTEER for Challenger Programs HERE!

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Winter 2025 Challenger Basketball

The one hour Challenger program runs every Sunday from January 5, 2025 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:  2025 - Sundays  (No program on Feb 16 due to winter recess) 
      Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 
      Feb 2, 9, 23 
      Mar 2, 9, 16 
     


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

 
Ages 12 & up:    Location – Tenakill Middle School Gym, Closter
                             Time – 11:30am to 12:30pm

To register for Winter 2025 Challenger Basketball

Click Here!

Any questions, please contact Jim Oettinger at ​[email protected]
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