(TROY, MI)
– Troy Parks and Recreation is inviting boys and girls ages 9-14 (as of
December 31, 2009) to test their athletic skills at the Hershey Track and Field
Meet on Saturday, June 13, starting at
8:30 am at Troy High School, 4777 Northfield Parkway.
Created in 1975, the Hershey Track and Field Games is the
largest youth sports program of its kind in the United States and Canada. Meets take place in every state and province
in North America. The goal of the meets
is to introduce kids to physical fitness through basic events like running,
jumping and throwing. In addition, the
program strives to encourage kids to reach their potential and develop a sense
of accomplishment.
“The Hershey Youth Program is designed
to encourage physical fitness among youth, while emphasizing independence and
sportsmanship” said Scott Mercer, Recreation Supervisor.
Registration forms are available at the
Troy Community Center and participation is free. The Troy Community
Center is located at 3179 Livernois. For more information, call 248.524.3484.
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