Boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are invited to participate in the local 2013 Knights of Columbus free throw championship.

The local competition will take place Jan. 19 at Southwood Elementary in Enumclaw. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and competition starts at 10.The event is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district and state competitions.

Eligibility is determined by the age of the contestant as of Jan. 1. Participants compete against others of the same age and gender in five age groups: 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14. At the local level, each contestant will take 15 free throws.

The Jan. 19 event is hosted by the Knights of Columbus of Sacred Heart Parish. Registration forms are available at the Sacred Heart business office, at local schools and through the Enumclaw Parks and Recreation Department.

For more information about the free throw competition, call 360-825-4217.