Haines City Fire and Police Face Off in Thrilling Charity Basketball Showdown

Photo by Haines City Fire Departmentaines City Fire Department hit the court-Free throw with the game on the line.

Photo by Haines City Fire Department Coach talk in the heat of battle

Photo by Haines City Fire DepartmentAll eyes on the shot in crunch time.

Photo by Haines City Fire Department Defense tight, focus locked in.
November 22, 2025 — The Haines City Fire Department hit the court this past Saturday against the HCPD in the annual Hoop It Up Charity Basketball Game, delivering a fast-paced matchup that came down to the final seconds.
Team Red battled hard throughout the game but ultimately fell at the buzzer in a nail-biting finish. While the scoreboard was tight, the real victory came from the community support and charitable impact of the event.
The game successfully brought residents together to raise funds for local families in need during the holiday season, reinforcing the strong bond between first responders and the community they serve.
Organizers and participants thanked everyone who attended, cheered from the stands, and helped make this year’s charity game a meaningful success both on and off the court.