District Attorney Sam Sutter's Office held the first of a series of basketball clinics for youth ages 7 through 12 on November 8, 2008 with Volunteer Coordinator Brian Rose and former NBA player Ernie DiGregorio. Over 100 kids showed up at the Spencer Borden Elementary School for the morning event. Additional clinics will be held starting on November 15th at the Bank Street Armory. "This is a great way for boys and girls to learn some of the basics of the game," commented Rose. "If kids are going to be more active, they have to develop some skills and confidence with team sports. This series of clinics is designed to introduce kids to tennis, basketball and baseball," he added. Two baseball clinics will be held on April 18th and 25, 2009, at locations to be announced with former Red Sox pitcher Rose. Registration for the three clinics can be picked-up at the DA's Fall River office at 38 Rock Street, Community Development Recreation at 72 Bank Street, or at the Boys' and Girls Club' at 803 Bedford Street, Fall River. Click here for photos of the July 14, 2008, announcement of the clinics. Parents with any questions can contact volunteer Coordinator Brian Rose at 508-997-0711, ext 422.
 

(Top row, left) B.M.C. Durfee High School athletic director Jeff Caron talks with Durfee basketball player Michael Rivera about working with the kids. (Top row, center) Mike runs the kids through a dribbling exercise. (Top row, right) Kevin Bullard and Keiana Barrows run down the court while dribbling. (Middle row, left) Mike has kids practice dribbling with one hand behind their back. (Middle row, right) Matthew Machado and Darren Smith take turns at free throws. (Bottom row, left) Jaheen Smith takes the kids to mid court to start a short game. (Bottom row, center) District Attorney's Office volunteer Coordinator Brian Rose and former NBA player Ernie DiGregorio pose with the ball. (Bottom row, right) Corry Cross works with Kenny and Cameron on passing.