Local Student Earns 2nd Place in State Free Throw Contest

Kinsley Berg represents Region 3 in impressive Knights of Columbus competition

Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:00pm

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Kinsley Berg, an 11-year-old student from Nebraska, earned a second-place finish in the 11-year-old division at the recent Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Contest held in Grand Island. Berg advanced through local, district, and regional competitions before narrowly missing the state title.

Why it matters

The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest is a prestigious annual event that showcases the basketball skills of youth from across the state. Berg's strong performance represents the athletic talent and competitive spirit of young athletes in the region.

The details

Kinsley Berg, daughter of Ryan and Traci Berg, competed in the 11-year-old division of the Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Contest on April 11th in Grand Island. She had previously won the local competition in St. Mary's, the district competition in Atkinson, and the regional competition in Norfolk Catholic before advancing to the state finals.

  • The Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Contest was held on April 11, 2026 in Grand Island, Nebraska.
  • Kinsley Berg won the local, district, and regional competitions leading up to the state finals.

The players

Kinsley Berg

An 11-year-old student who represented Region 3, Council 701 in the Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Contest, finishing as the runner-up in the 11-year-old division.

Ryan and Traci Berg

The parents of Kinsley Berg.

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The takeaway

Kinsley Berg's impressive performance at the Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Contest demonstrates the athletic talent and competitive spirit of young athletes in the region, and highlights the value of youth sports programs in developing well-rounded individuals.