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Bloomington Youth Basketball Instructional Season I
Players in grades K–6 learn the fundamentals of basketball with professional instructor Derrick Cross and his team of assistants! Sessions include instruction on individual and team skill development. We will work on fundamentals such as ball handling, passing, shooting, rebounding, defense, and conditioning! We will work up to 3v3 group instruction and 3v3 scrimmages. Hope to see you on the court! Registration fee includes a T-shirt.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 3-26 at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center
| Player Age | Session Time | Registration Code | Registration Fee | Register by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-6 yrs. | 5:30-6:15 p.m. | 350301-A | $75 | 9/2 |
| 7-9 yrs. | 6:15-7:15 p.m. | 350301-B | $75 | 9/2 |
| 10-12 yrs. | 7:15-8:15 p.m. | 350301-C | $75 | 9/2 |
Bloomington Youth Basketball Season II
The Bloomington Youth Basketball League at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center focuses on basketball fundamentals and the application of learned skills.
Leagues are coed through grade 3; girls play in a girls-only league beginning in grade 4.
Season includes weekly practices and games one night a week. Teams practice twice before games begin, then one night a week for the remainder of the season. There are a total of seven games, with no postseason tournament.
Practice times and days are determined by the volunteer coach. Times can vary between 5:30-9:30 p.m. based on the coach's schedule.
- Registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 27
Registrations are NOT accepted after the deadline. - Season runs Oct. 14-Dec. 12. There are no games or practices the week of Nov. 25.
- Practices begin the week of Oct. 14
- Games begin the week of Oct. 21
Parent/player requests for placement on specific teams are not accepted; all requests must be submitted by volunteer coaches.
Space is limited to a maximum number of players per age group. Once the maximum number of players is reached for each league, registration for that league will close. If your child's league fills, you may opt to place your child's name on a wait list. We will contact you if space becomes available.
| League | Game Day | Registration Code | Registration Fee | Register by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade K | Wed. | 350302-A | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 1 | Mon. | 350302-B | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 2 | Tue. | 350302-C | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 3 | Wed. | 350302-D | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 4-6 Girls | Thur. | 350302-E | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 4 Boys | Tue. | 350302-F | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 5 Boys | Tue. | 350302-G | $95 | 9/27 |
| Grade 6 Boys | Mon. | 350302-H | $95 | 9/27 |
Required Skill Evaluation Sessions
Each player must attend one required evaluation day at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center
| League | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Grade K | 9/30 | 5:30 p.m. |
| Grade 1 | 9/30 | 6 p.m. |
| Grade 2 | 9/30 | 6:45 p.m. |
| Grade 3 | 9/30 | 7:15 p.m. |
| Grade 4 Boys | 10/1 | 6:15 p.m. |
| Grade 5 Boys | 10/1 | 7 p.m. |
| Grade 6 Boys | 10/1 | 7:30 p.m. |
| Grade 4-6 Girls | 10/1 | 5:30 p.m. |
| Make-up session | 10/2 | 5:30-6 p.m. |
Coaches Needed!
If interested in becoming a volunteer coach, contact Emily Buuck at parksvol@bloomington.in.gov.
Mandatory Coaches Meeting and Player Draft at the Twin Lakes Recreation Center on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m.
Be part of the team, become a sponsor!
Build character, build community, and build business by aligning your business with Bloomington Youth Basketball, the best game in town! Become a Slam Dunk League Sponsor or Three Point Season Sponsor. Contact Julie Ramey at 812-349-3719 or via e-mail at rameyj@bloomington.in.gov for further inquiries about sponsorship.