Thursday, October 17, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

New Nets, Nice Shot!

Two local boys, who requested to stay anonymous decided to take action and replace the old, damaged basketball nets at the Cannonvale basketball court, which were becoming unusable.
The old basketball nets were damaged and in need of replacing, and being a much-loved asset for the community, with some locals even using the courts daily.
The new nets that the boys bought and installed costed around $100 each but are invaluable to the community.
“Playing Basketball without a net is like playing soccer with football cones as a goal, it's just not fun,” one of the young men explained.
“But a lot of young athletes and tourists play basketball.”
“The nets were in really bad condition, and we wanted a better facility as we play there two days a week.”
Small acts of generosity, such as contributing $100 for new nets, can significantly enhance the experience for all community members and ensure that everyone in the Whitsundays can continue to enjoy these amenities.
At the heart of the community, the Cannonvale Beach basketball courts and skatepark are a thriving family-friendly destination for all to enjoy.
It’s wonderful to see a much-loved community asset looked after by the people, and the investment of these two young men shows how we can all contribute towards improving the areas we frequent.

Two boys bought two $100 nets and installed them for the community to enjoy

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