Austin Lichty wins State Free Throw Championship

Austin Lichty and his trophies!

Austin Lichty and his trophies!

2013 Ohio State Council Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest winner in the 10 year old age division is Austin Lichty. Austin advanced on to State in Columbus, OH on March 16, after winning Sectionals, Districts and Regionals. 6 regions were represented at state with Austin representing the Toldeo Region. Each contestant was allowed 25 free throw attempts in the contest. Lichty shot 23 for 25 to take the title home. International champions are determined on the basis of best scores submitted from the state-level competitions in each age category. Results on International Champion will not be available until mid-April. Austin shot 80 for 95 total in all 4 divisions. Austin’s parents are Brian and Aimee Lichty of Antwerp. He has 2 younger bothers Ethan and Aiden.