Today, 202 students from each of the elementary schools in the Three Oaks family of schools meet on the court every week. The boys meet one day after school and the girls another.
Even before signing up for the program, Nolan was a fan of basketball and would frequently play for fun with his older brother.Nolan Martin's favourite thing about playing basketball is that it gives him a chance to be active. – Kristin Gardiner/SaltWire NetworkAt that time, McGreevy’s daughter was attending Grade 3 at Elm Street Elementary. She was interested in playing basketball, but pre-existing community programming conflicted with her hockey schedule.
Nicole McGreevy, right, started Summerside's free basketball program seven years ago, looking to give her daughter a chance to play. Now, her youngest son, Nolan Martin, is also getting a chance to step on the court. – Kristin Gardiner/SaltWire Network“We practised, they played, it was just very casual,” said McGreevy. “Then it just sort of built from there.”
“I wouldn’t be able to do it if I didn’t have the support of all the principals,” said McGreevy. “Especially Elm Street, supported it right from day one, and Miscouche.” Although her youngest son is heading to junior high next year, McGreevy intends to stay involved with the program. This year, to Harvey’s surprise, Braeden swapped out a hockey puck for a basketball and fully committed to the program.
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