More than 300 compete in annual Hoops for the Ages tournament
More than 300 people 40 and up participated in the 3-on-3 tournament, which is the Illinois qualifier for the 2025 National Senior Games.
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More than 300 people 40 and up participated in the 3-on-3 tournament, which is the Illinois qualifier for the 2025 National Senior Games.
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