basketball
Our youth basketball program offers an exciting and dynamic year-round opportunity for experienced and developing players, alike. This fast-paced game not only helps children develop physical skills like coordination, agility, and endurance, it also instills crucial life lessons in teamwork, discipline, and resilience. With the thrill of fast breaks and high-flying acrobatics, basketball cultivates friendships and a lifelong love for the game. Join the action and inspire the next generation of basketball stars. Register now.
GALLERY OF CHAMPIONS
PROGRAM INFORMATION AND KEY DATES
Research shows, and our experience confirms, that developing young players before they play in a competitive league helps to promote success in both the short and long-term. This is why we bifurcate our program into two phases.
PHASE I – BASKETBALL ACADEMY (AGES 5 AND UP)
Program Information
- Game basics (how to play the game).
- Fundamental skills (dribbling, passing, shooting and defense).
- Mental strategies (how to play as a team).
- Modified, age-appropriate game play.
- Clinics are hosted in public school gyms; wooden floors, sneakers are required, basketball sneakers and shorts without pockets are recommended.
- All instructors are AED/CPR certified and must past a background check.
- Financial aid is available for families that qualify. Inquire here.
Schedule
- Fall: September through November.
- Winter: December through February.
- Spring: March through May.
- Basketball Academy programs meet once per week on weekends; sessions are 50-80 minutes, depending upon the age group.
PHASE II – RECREATIONAL LEAGUE PLAY (AGES 7 AND UP)
Program Information
- Mandatory player evaluations; assessments include height, weight, skill drills and scrimmages.
- Player draft and team assignments to ensure balanced competition.
- Modified, age-appropriate game play.
- Winter and spring sessions.
- Co-ed and girls-only divisions.
- Games are played in public school gyms; wooden floors, sneakers are required, basketball sneakers and shorts without pockets are recommended.
- Practices are optional with time, place and frequency at the coaches’ discretion.
- All program fees are under $300 per season, include 8-10 games and a team jersey.
- All coaches are AED/CPR certified and must past a background check.
- Financial aid is available for families that qualify. Inquire here.
Winter Schedule
- August: Registration opens.
- October: Mandatory player evaluations.
- November: Player drafts, team assignments, uniforms distributed and schedules posted.
- December: Opening day.
- March: Season-end playoffs and championship games.
Spring Season
- November: Registration opens.
- March: Mandatory player evaluations.
- April: Player drafts, team assignments, uniforms distributed and schedules posted.
- May: Opening Day.
- July: Season-end playoffs and championship games.
Divisions
| Division | Description |
|---|---|
| Pony | 7 and 8-year olds, co-ed |
| Freshmen | 9 and 10-year olds, co-ed |
| Sophomores | 11 and 12-year olds, co-ed |
| Juniors | 13 and 14-year olds, co-ed |
| Seniors | 15, 16 and 17-year olds, co-ed |
| Girls JV | 9, 10 and 11-year olds, girls only |
| Girls Varsity | 12, 13 and 14-year olds, girls only |
Need More Training?
78 Youth Sports offers basketball clinics throughout the year. Be sure to join our mailing list to remain apprised of all our basketball offerings. Click to the right to learn more about seasonal and pop-up programming.
Any questions, email us.