SHREVEPORT, LA – If you’re one of those people who loves finding unique, interesting events happening in our area, this is for you.

On Saturday, November 2nd, DeSoto Sheriff’s Deputies will face off against Stanley High School students and teachers in the donkey basketball game for the ages! This will be a 5v5 match where all players will ride donkeys to shoot baskets.

How Many Donkey Games Will Happen?

There will be two matches involving 4 teams and there is still time to register from school. This fun event will take place on Saturday, November 2nd at 19:00 in the Stanley High School Gymnasium.

How Much Are Donkey Basketball Match Tickets?

You can buy your tickets early for $8 each, or $10 at the door. This event is a fundraiser for the Stanley High School Cheerleaders and you are encouraged to come out, enjoy the game and help raise much needed funds. You can click here to buy tickets in advance.

Check out some of the donkey games held earlier this year:

If you want to play in this event you need to be comfortable on the donkey. You can click here to learn how to play.

I’m sure they could use some help with the cleaning crew too. I played in one of these games over 40 years ago, and let’s just say that after a few games you have to tread carefully in the gym.