The New Britain Police Department have announced a new program for the summer of 2019 – PAL “Midnight Basketball” at two locations.
The new program by the New Britain Police Athletic League will be held every Friday and Saturday night starting on May 3, 2019.
“Midnight Basketball” will be from 6:00pm to 10:00pm on each night of the program, supervised by a New Britain Police officer.
On Friday nights, the basketball will be at New Britain High School, and on Saturdays, it will be held at Osgood Park.
The open court-style games are open to all middle and high school students. Teams are to be formed based on age and grade level.
Those with questions are being asked to contact New Britain PAL at 860-827-4560.
New Britain High School is at 110 Mill Street. Osgood Park is located at at 544 Osgood Avenue
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL), a nonprofit organization run by the New Britain Police Department, says that its mission
is to enable young people to benefit from participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment. Through this active participation, PAL programs teach fundamental values, skills and knowledge that young people will use throughout their lives. The New Britain Police Athletic League strives to inspire youth, regardless of race, creed or national origin, to practice the ideals of sportsmanship, scholarship and physical fitness.
