Mustang Grannies score big for local kids

The Mustang Grannies, a local team from the national nonprofit Granny Basketball, are giving back in a big way. For the second consecutive year, the team has chosen to support the local Backpack Program, a charitable initiative that helps provide weekend meals to children in need.

Mandy Shannon accepted the donation on behalf of the Backpack Program. “We’re incredibly grateful for the Mustang Grannies’ continued support,” she said. “Their generosity helps ensure that children in our community don’t go hungry when school meals aren’t available.”

The Mustang Grannies hosted a lively game at PCM April 26, drawing fans and supporters to cheer them on — and contribute to a great cause. Pictured left to right are players Robin Hammann, Becky Maire, Carol Tiffany, Catherine Stout, and Charlotte Witte.

Granny Basketball is a nonprofit charitable organization that brings together women aged 50 and over to play by 1920s-style rules — bloomers and all — while raising funds for local causes and promoting active, healthy lifestyles.

For more information about the Mustang Grannies or the Backpack Program, or to find out how you can help, contact Catherine Stout at hickory1959@yahoo.com.