Double Dutch Championship June 14-16 at Sumter County Civic Center

The 45th annual World Invitational Double Dutch Championship gets underway at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at Sumter County Civic Center.

Brought to you by the American Double Dutch League, the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club and Sumter County Recreation & Parks Department, admission to the Double Dutch is free and fun for the whole family.

The competition consists of three skill areas: freestyle, compulsory and speed. The championships will begin at 10 a.m. on Thursday and Friday and 9 a.m. on Saturday, which will feature a closing ceremony and official proclamation. Souvenirs and T-shirts will be for sale. For more information, call 803-436-2248 or 803-775-5006.