The gym was silent except for the sound of bouncing basketballs.
Robert Lassonde, 11, sank 18 of 25 from the foul line.
The vibe was suspenseful at Manasquan Elementary School during the Dec. 18 district round of the Elks’ National Hoop Shoot contest. Parents and fans in the bleachers had been asked to hold their cheers and applause so as not to distract the shooters.
Girls and boys took turns at their respective free throw lines and shot, first 10, then 15 times, trying to sink as many baskets as possible to win.
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