SCOTT FRIEDMAN

‘Buddies’ and ‘pals’ from the county are invited to Fast Break Basketball event

East Brunswick Fast Break Basketball will hold its annual Findley Urban Buddy Ball Game Day from 2-4:30 p.m. on Feb. 24 at Churchill Junior High School, 18 Norton Road, East Brunswick

Both the program and the game day offer special-needs players (children and adults), referred to as “buddies,” a chance to interact with “pals,” or volunteers who help the players learn various skills and develop an understanding of the game of basketball. The event, which is a culmination of the Fast Break season, gives approximately 60 buddies a chance to showcase their newly learned skills and competitive spirit.

The program is open to children and adults from all areas; East Brunswick residency is not required. Approximately 95 high school students assist with the program.

Members of the special needs dance team of Kaye-Lynn Dance Studio in East Brunswick and Edison, and the East Brunswick High School freshmen cheerleaders, will perform the half-time show.

Many dignitaries are expected to attend. Greg T from radio station Z-100 will be doing the announcements.

All are welcome to attend. Admission is free of charge.

For more information, call Jon Alba at 908-812-8129 or visit www.fastbreakbasketball.org and follow the links for Buddy Ball.