Dear Editor:
I am a student at John Black Public School in Fergus, and I want to raise awareness about the strong need for a proper basketball court at our school.
Currently, we only have two basketball hoops mounted on the wall, and these hoops have no nets, making it difficult and frustrating to play. The double rims on the hoops also make shooting challenging, which makes getting a friendly roll not an option.
Basketball promotes physical fitness, teamwork and important social skills that help us grow both on and off the court. It also supports mental health by reducing stress and boosting confidence.
St. Joseph Public School has great nets and the people in charge of purchasing nets should take a look at theirs. If you know who makes decisions like this please pass along this letter.
Koen Guenter,
Fergus