From collection New Albany Public Library News Collection
Sharks dedicated to helping young athletes
The Southern Indiana Sharks basketball organization came together in 2002 with a group of fifth graders who wanted to play beyond their school season and play tougher competition throughout the summer."". ""In order to be a part of the Southern Indiana Sharks, players must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or agree to tutoring (provided by the organization). They must also commit to a minimum of 40 hours community service, and can not get into any kind of trouble on or off the basketball court.