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When the 2020 National Finals were canceled the night before Kinlee Cox’s regional competition, she didn’t let that stop her from shooting a perfect 25. The 2020 season was concluded virtually, but that wasn’t the end for Kinlee. In 2022, she made it to the Finals again and booked her ticket to Chicago. Watch to…

After Micah Hodges made it to the National Finals in 2020, Madox Hodges aimed to follow in his big brother’s footsteps. In 2022, he accomplished that goal. “He’s probably better than me now,” says Micah on the eve of the contest. “I think he can win.” Was he right? Watch to find out! #TrueGritTuesday

Christian Cisneros started basketball when he was just 3 years old and has learned a lot from his big brothers. This 2022 Hoop Shoot National Finalist is sure to put a smile on your face and show you the meaning of #TrueGritTuesday.

Meet Conley Tithof! She didn’t expect to make it all the way to the 2022 National Finals, but her success has led to blossoming confidence on and off the court. Her parents are excited to see her making friends at the competitions and learning about grit. Watch to see how Conley did at the Finals!…

As soon as Camden Cadwell won his local Hoop Shoot competition, he looked at the 2022 National Finals date and said, “I’m gonna have a conflict.” What may have seemed like putting the cart before the horse ended up becoming reality! Guess what Camden missed to attend the Finals–hint, it was pretty important. Happy #TrueGritTuesday!

Despite never previously competing in the Hoop Shoot, both Kira and Kyla Lea dreamt of getting to the 2022 National Finals—and they did. Their parents discuss what the Hoop Shoot means to their family and how they happened upon the contest by chance. #TrueGritTuesday

Meet Kekane Manuia, who traveled all the way from Hawaii to compete in the 2022 Hoop Shoot National Finals. Despite the cold, he was all smiles, and his parents were grateful for the opportunity basketball has provided for him to see the world. #TrueGritTuesday

Sponsored by Delray Beach, Fla., Lodge No. 1770, Croix  Kendall made 24/25 shots, but so did competitor Samuel Nolan. With everything on the line, the boys went into a tie-breaking shoot-off, and Croix tried his best to stay focused. Check out Croix’s Griteo to see how he did. #TrueGritTuesday