The 20th Annual Ciara McDermott Basketball Classic will take place on Friday, April 4, 2025 at the Newington High School Gymnasium. The event starts at 6:30 PM and will feature games with NHS students, teachers, and Newington Police Officers to celebrate the memory of Newington Police Officer, SRO Ciara McDermott. In addition to the watching the games, patrons can also enjoy refreshments and enter to win a number of raffle prizes. This year marks 20 years since the tragic passing of Newington Police Officer McDermott and this will be the final year that the Basketball Classic will be held. Tickets purchased in advance will cost $5.00 or admission at the door will be $7.00. Children under 10 years of age can attend for free! Get your tickets early at the Newington High School from Christa Cote or at the Newington Police Department! Money raised from the event will go to the Ciara McDermott Scholarship Fund.