CHICAGO, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 18, 2026, the 72 best youth free-throw makers in the nation stepped up to the line at Wintrust Arena in Chicago to take their shot at national titles in six divisions—boys and girls in each of three age-groups. While only six walked away with first-place trophies, every finalist unleashed grit and left knowing the value of the practice and perseverance it took to reach the national stage.

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