Springield Elite To Be Honored Tonight at Clark State Basketball Home Opener
By Deon Cash
The Springfield Elite football team will be honored tonight (7pm ET) at the Clark State Mens Basketball game . With this being the season opener, Coach Alstork has decided to let some of the youth get their flowers during the season.
"We understand Springfield has a rising youth program and we have decided to honor them. They have made great strides and congratulations to the football team who brought back that championship." Alstork stated.
"We appreciate the love as these kids have put in the work." Nick Weems, official for Springfield Elite, stated after hearing the response.
With all the optimism around the boys this season, Clark State opens up with Cedarville JV tonight. The girls play at 5, followed by the boys at 7.
At halftime of the game, the elite program will also play on the court in a "Showcase Scrimmage" as a reward for their hard work.
Any youth basketball program can be in the "Showcase Scrimmage" Coach Alstork stated. "But tonight, we had to honor these young men and this organization."
"If you have a rising youth program and want to have them showcased at a college event, contact us." Alstork stated.
When asked about the game his answer was simple.
"We ready." Coach Alstork stated.
Tickets are available and can be paid for at the door.
The game will be at Clark State gymnasium.
For more info check with Clark State Athletics.
