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Brentwood 10U Tryouts
The Brentwood 10U Travel team is looking for a few good Basketball players ages 8 to 10 years old. We are forming a new travel team to play in tournaments locally & in the N.Y.C. area.
Free Tryouts are being held at:
The Brentwood Recreation Center
99, 3rd Ave. in Brentwood
Tryout are Saturdays October 10th, 17th & 24th.
Tryout Times are 2:30PM-4PM
Contact Head Coach Syd at 917-930-1458 or sydizen@hotmail.com
RVC Basketball Registration
THE ROCKVILLE CENTRE BASKETBALL LEAGUE is starting its 2008-2009 season. Whether or not you participated in the program last year, you must register in order to be eligible for a position on a team. All players who register will be placed on a team and will play at least 50% of each game. Registration dates:
SATURDAY September 12th 10:00 A.m. - Noon So. Side Middle School
SATURDAY September 12th Noon. - 4:00 p.m. Kids Fest @ Rec Center
WEDNESDAY September 16th 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. So. Side Middle School
THURSDAY September 17th 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. So. Side Middle School
TUESDAY September 22nd 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. So. Side Middle School
Please print, fill-out, and bring the 2009-2010 Registration with you.
For information on registration, please send an e-mail to info@rvcbl.com or call us directly Contacts
Preseason Basketball School
LuHi Summer Programs presents the 7th Annual PRESEASON BASKETBALL SCHOOL on the Campus of Long Island Lutheran High School in Brookville. Four Sunday sessions: October 18, 25, November 1, 8, Enrollment limited to 80 "serious" players. (516) 626-1100 BROCHURE
Dix Hills Basketball Association
We got a chance to stop by on Championship Day at the Dix Hills Basketball Association, and came away very impressed. Not only were there exciting basketball games going on all day long, but there was good food and a strong sense of community you could feel. Their fall registration is going on now, so if you're nearby, don't miss out. They have intramural leagues, travel teams, a men's league, and a special needs program.
Garden City Basketball League
The Garden City Basketball 2009-2010
Season begins mid November and runs through the end of March 2010. Garden City Basketball is a proud member of the JrNBA/JrWNBA, iHoops, and the AAU, respected national youth sports organizations, and our program follows their rules, policies, and procedures. Each of our intramural teams are assigned a head coach and at least one assistant coach. All intramural teams are established randomly and coached. REGISTRATION
Our 2009
Long Island Basketball.com
Shootout Schedule
Last summer, we kicked off a new Long Island tradition, holding one day tournaments on Long Island for AAU, Travel, and other Youth Teams throughout the Metropolitan Area. The response was terrific, as almost every one of Long Island's top teams and programs participated, and teams from as far away as Montreal as well. This year's series starts April 11th, and once again, we will be having events for all age groups and skill levels. Join us! We look forward to seeing you!
SCHEDULE:
5/30 for 7th Grade/13U through Varsity/17U
6/20 for 5th Grade/11U through Varsity/17U
7/18 for 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U
7/19 11U, 13U, 15U, 17U
7/25 5th Grade/11U through Varsity/17U
Find A League To Join!
Go to our League Page to find a league for your team!
ATTENTION: COACHES!
If you coach a Youth, PAL, CYO, Travel, League, or AAU team at any level, and your team plays during the spring, summer, or fall, or would like to, please take our very brief survey We want to start sponsoring weekend tournaments throughout the spring, summer and fall and need your input. Thanks! - Ted Thomas/Editor
700 Boys CYO Teams Last Year!
Nearly 700 Boys CYO Basketball teams (Grades 4-8) competed on Long Island during the 2007-2008 season! CYO offers a 12 game season + playoffs. Teams play within their own league and those qualifying for the playoffs meet teams in other leagues during the first several rounds of playoffs. Playoffs are single elimination, with the season culminating on Championship Day in late March/early April. Tryouts are going on now in many parishes, so contact your local parish if you'd like your child to participate!
ATTENTION CYO TEAMS: POST YOUR TRYOUT SCHEDULE HERE, AND SEND US YOUR RESULTS!
Suffolk Wins Title At Buzzer
Harborfields star Ben Resner banked home the winning three pointer at the buzzer to give Suffolk JCC a 63-61 win over Los Angeles and the Gold Medal at the 2008 US Maccabi Games. After squandering an 11 point lead, the team from Long Island got back into it on a Resner three pointer at the 9 second mark. Two missed free throws by LA opened the door, and Resner hit the game winner from well beyond the three point line as time expired. DETAILS
Little Dribblers Program
Coach Sonny and the Plainview Basketball Club invite you to register for our LITTLE DRIBLERS program for pre K , kindergarten and first grade girls and boys. The program runs every Saturday and or Sunday in Plainview. Our basketball program is a teaching one. Our first objective is to teach the basic FUN-DA-MENTALS of the game of basketball. The games, drills and competitions are al used to reinforce these fundamentals. We use age appropriate basketballs and baskets. We play music during the program and every player gets a basketball to keep. Best intro to basketball. FUN-DA-MENTALS in a fun way. Cost 10 weeks $295 Register before August 31 get $50 discount. For more info Call Coach Sonny 516 779 9718 or email us at info@PlainviewBasketball.com. www.PlainviewBasketball.com
CYO 6th Grade A Champion St. Aidan
Front Row: Peter McCormack, Max Efros, Don Hazelton, Blake Hargrove.Back Row: Thomas O'Connell, Brian Smith, Sam Fieldman, Andrew Hastings.Coached by Tim O'Connell
CYO CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES
8th Grade A - St. Patrick HUN 56 St. Gertrude 51
8B - St. Anthony's ENP 47 St. Raymond 45
8C - St. Martin 49 St. Christopher 48
7th Grade A - St. Martin 35 Christ The King 29
7B- St. Barnabas 56 Long Beach 48
7C - St. Ignasius 39 St. Francis PAT 36
6th Grade A - St. Aidan 49 St. Rose 39
6B - St. Catherine 34 Sacred Heart 27
6C - St. Patrick SMI 57 St Martin BP 41
5th Grade A - St. Patrick HUN 37 St. Gertrude 31
5B - St. Agnes 3 38 St. Agnes 1 37
5C - OL Mercy 40 St. Catherine 37
LuHi League Champions
BantamGirls - Trinity, Hicksville
BantamBoys - Calvary, East Meadow
Jr.Girls - OurRedeemer, Seaford
Jr.Boys - St.Peter's, Huntington
Sr.Girls - Resurrection, Garden City
Men - Calvary(Green), East Meadow
Summer 3 On 3 Tournament
There will be a 3 on 3 Tournament for boys & girls at Longwood HS on Saturday June 6. The cost is $25 for a team of up to 4 players and $30 at the door. The grade levels are 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th. Awards will be provided for all champions and there will be food & drinks available. Make all checks payable to Longwood Basketball and mail them to: P. Hayes, Longwood HS, 100 Longwood Rd., Middle Island NY 11953. Contacts: Boys- P. Hayes 631- 786-0806 Girls M. Gordon 631-834-6564 The tournament check in & Registration 8:30-9:00 Games 9:00-12:00. Championship 12:00-1:00
Spring Boot Camp
Start building toward next season at Game 7 Boot Camp in Rockville Centre The next Game 7 Boot Camp begins May 2nd. Grades 2 through 9. Quality teaching for players who are serious about the game LEARN MORE
New 10U Team Forming
2009-2010 Long Island Lightning-Rothman - Announces a new 10U Boys team. We are in the process of forming a new 2009 Long Island Lightning team that will play in the Island Garden Spring League as well as in some latter season AAU tournaments. Players need to be experienced (preferably having already played in Superleague), physical, dedicated and have the potential to perform at the Div 1 level. We already have a nucleus of players, so will be looking to fill out the roster within the next few weeks. Coach David Rothman, has been a Super League and Lightning/AAU Coach for the past 7 years (currently coaching 15U and 13U teams) as well as a Senior Instructor each
summer at the Five-Star Basketball Camp in Pennsylvania and the Hoops Dream Academy at Island Garden. He also serves on the executive board of his local (Roslyn) youth basketball league - mainly responsible for player development and
coaches' training.For further details, please email hoopsadmin@optonline.net
Jr NBA League
Fun and competitive league starts March 28th. Still some slots open. 5th Grade to HS divisions, boys and girls. $785 fee INCLUDES REF FEES. Email jhoward45@sprint.blackberry.com right away to register
9U Travel Team
9U Travel Team in central Long Island looking for players to play in Super League and possible AAU tournaments. All players interested please
email Jim Brodie at jbrodie44@yahoo.com
or call 516-404-2769
8th Grade/14U Tryout
AAU team for good players that can't commit to a full AAU schedule. Will play in competitive leagues, one game a week, and practice one day a week. Will also enter 3-4 one day tounaments, all on Long Island. Practice in Northport area. Email us your qualifications and we will arrange a tryout
3rd Annual Alley-Oop For Autism
The third annual Alley-Oop for Autism 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will be held Saturday, March 28th, 2009 at Jericho High School from 9:30-5:00. It is open to teams from 3rd through 12th grade. Boys and Girls Divisions, plus Adult Division (Ages 18 and Up) Great competition for a great cause!
Shooting Stars March Madness
Spots still available for the Shootings Stars March Madness Tournament, which will be be held starting March 13th, 2009. It is for Tyro Boys (9-10 Grade) & HS Girls (9-12 Grade) 6 game Tournament plus playoffs Contacts: Coach Dock Tel: (917) 701-1010 or Fax: (516) 596-7039, Steve Thom: (917) 282-1657 Goto our website at VSShootingstars.com
Email: coach@vsshootingstars.com
BYA Spring League
BYA is holding its 1st ever spring league. The league will play games on Thursday and Friday nights. Games will start at 6:45,7:45 and 8:45 at the Brentwood Recreation Center at 99 Third Ave in Brentwood. The League will start in April and run until June. The registration fee for the League is $250.00 and $35.00 per game for the officials. There will 1st and 2nd place trophies with the winners receiving individual trophies and for 2nd place a team trophy. We are looking for all AAU Club and Recreation teams to come and play,we will place your team according to competition level so everyone has a fair shot. We are looking for 6 teams per age group, 10u and 11u,12u,14u and 15u. 6 games guaranteed with the top two teams in each division going to the playoffs. Any questions please feel free to contact Claude Ellis - Travel Coordinator and 12u Basketball Coach for BYA Travel Basketball at ce11706@aol.com or cellis@technocnc.com or call and leave a message at 631-561-3897.Thank You and hope to see you on the court.
Game 7 Winter Skills Clinic
FEBRUARY BREAK 2009 Feb16th-Feb. 20th
(Mon.-Fri.) 9:30am-12:00noon
WHO: BOYS AND GIRLS - GRADES 1-6
ENROLLMENT FEE: $105.00 or $25 per day
Space is Limited (includes t-shirt and insurance)
Proceeds will benefit the ST. AGNES CYO Program
DIRECTED BY GAME 7 BASKETBALL
For more information please call (516) 632-5118
Lightning-Rothman Tryouts
The 2008-2009 Long Island Lightning-Rothman 15U & 13U teams are currently completing their rosters for the 2008-2009 AAU season. There are selective openings on each team. Players need to be physical, dedicated and have the ability to perform at the AAU level. 15U is for 9th graders or young 10th graders born on or after 9/1/93. 13U is for 7th graders or young 8th graders born on or after 9/1/95. Coach David Rothman, has been a Super League and Lightning/AAU Coach for the past 7 years as well as a Senior Instructor each summer at the Five-Star Basketball Camp. For further details, please email hoopsadmin@optonline.net
Suffolk County League Deadline
Registration for the Suffolk Countywide Basketball League will end Saturday, January 3rd. This is one of the best run and most competitive leagues on Long Island, and play begins later this month and runs through March. Divisions are by birth years, and this season are 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998. Registration fees are $550.00 (includes insurance) for all teams. Each team will be responsible for referee fees of $38.00 per game (1994-1997), $19.00 per game (1998). Officials Bond Fee: $100.00 (returned at end of season). Cash or Checks payable to: Suffolk County PAL. CALL (631) 853-7993 ASAP for further instructions.
Island Garden Holiday Finals Set
The match-ups for the finals of the Howie Frajberg Memorial Holiday Tounament at the Island Garden are set. Here they are:
JV Division: Lightning - Nick vs Lightning - Rossen
8th Grade Division: Lightning - Ahern vs winner of Reach One Teach One vs BYA
7th Grade Division: North Shore Hebrew Academy vs St. Mary's of East Islip.
4th Grade Division: Gauchos vs Rockville Centre Stags.
Basketball School
Basketball School from Kindergarten to Fourth grade starts January 10th in Plainview. (Boys and Girls)
FUN-DA-MENTALs in a fun way
10 week program $295 - Saturdays
Call 516 779 9718 for more info
check the web www.Planviewbasketball.com
or email: info@plainviewbasketball.com
12U Travel Team Tryouts
Didn't make the School Team? Don't worry, BYA Travel Basketball is back. Tryouts being held every Monday and Wednesday at South Middle School in Brentwood 6pm till 8pm.So if you got game please attend.The BYA Travel Team competes in about 10 to 12 tournaments and leagues all winter and summer so there is enough basketball for everyone. Any questions please contact Coach Claude Ellis via-email at ce11706@aol.com or call and leave a message at 631-968-4859. Thank you and hope to see you on the court.
Team Underrated 10U Tryouts.
Team Underrated 10U team will be conducting tryouts on Nov 13, 20th, and 27th. We are in search of talented 10U players who can compete at a high level. This is a top of the tier team with excellent coaches. Please email Coach Mucius at muciusaaubball@gmail.com or call 516-445-9953 if you plan on attending.
CYO Schedules Delayed
Due to the lateness of paperwork and the shortage of gym time schedules for the Boy’s Basketball Program will not be posted until Tuesday 11/11 or Wednesday 11/12. All Coaches should be prepared to play the first weekend of the season 11/14, 15 & 16
Also, make sure you are aware of CYO rules changes and modifications for this season.
Port Washington Basketball
It's time to register for PYA's Winter 2008-09 Sports Programs. Our annual basketball and wrestling programs are available via the attached application. You must register by November 22, 2008 to avoid a $20 late fee. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER DECEMBER 7th.
St. Bernards Christmas Tourney
The St. Bernard's CYO Youth Basketball Program will be hosting it's 21st Annual Christmas Tournament from December 26th till January 4th. The tournament is open to all BOYS CYO teams in 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade Divisions. 4 team brackets in every division with 2 games guaranteed. Team awards for 1st & 2nd place in each division, individual awards for 1st place teams. Tournament T-shirts for every player and MVP awards in every division. Entry fee is $200. All referee fees are included. For more information contact Tournament Director Kevin Tolan at 520-0484 or email KSTLAX@AOL.COM
November Travel League
Quality league sponsored by Team Underrated for 11U, 12U, and 13U, teams will start play in November. Games will take place at the Deer Park Community Center. League fee $250 plus ref fees.
SS. Cyril & Methodius Tourney
SS. Cyril & Methodius Annual Holiday Basketball Tournament. Dec. 19th thru Dec. 28th. 4 Team Tournament Bracket. Each team guaranteed 2 games
Individual awards to 1st & 2nd place teams
Team Trophies to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place teams
MVP award to each team. Each player receives tournament t-shirt. Referees included
All games at ss. Cyrils’ gym. Entry Fee $200 per team
For more information email: stcyrilcyo@yahoo.com
Or call Mike Gonzalez at (917) 705-5355
Boys & Girls ‘c’ or ‘b’ division CYO Teams
Grades 5th thru 8th. Ss Cyril & Methodius CYO
125 Half Hollow Rd Deer Park, NY 11729
Preseason Workouts
DPCC/Team Underrated will be conducting work-outs for several age groups at the Deer Park Community Center during the month of October and November. Limited space is available (15 players), per session. The sessions run:
10/13/2008 6:15pm-7:15pm 5th-8th grade
10/16/2008 6:30pm-7:30pm 9th-12th grade
10/20/2008 6:15pm-7:15pm 5th-8th grade
10/23/2008 6:30pm-7:30pm 9th-12th grade
10/27/2008 6:15pm-7:15pm 5th-8th grade
10/30/2008 6:30pm-7:30pm 9th-12th grade
For further details e-mail: team2003underrated@gmail.com
or call 631-871-6790
5th Grade Lightning Tryouts
Long Island Lightning Eiber Boy's 5th grade basketball tryouts will be held Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at 5:15 pm to 7:00 pm. The location of the tryout is Island Garden Basketball, 45 Cherry Valley Avenue, West Hempstead. All boys in fifth grade are eligible. Sixth grade boys are eligible if they were born on or after September 1, 1997. The team will play a thirty game schedule, beginning mid November, in the Island Garden Basketball Super League in both 5th grade Division One and 6th grade Division Two. Boys may play on their local team and Long Island Lightning Eiber. We will also play in holiday tournaments and other leagues. Practice will be one day per week. There are a number of spots open and we are looking for boys who can play the center or forward position. These positions are typically played by boys who are between 5�2� and 5�10�. Questions please contact Coach Bruce Eiber at:
searington@aol.com or (917) 225-7576.
Learn to Play For Grades 2- 3
Learn-to-Play-Basketball Program for grades 2-3 boys and girls (separate). Programs emphasize fundamental skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship and positive participation in a fun and rewarding atmosphere. Plainview Basketball Club is proudly affiliated with JrNBA, JrWNBA. All players receive: player booklet, NBA poster, a basketball and a jersey. We believe in players first, winning second. That's Why we teach The FUN-DA-MENTALS. Other programs for beginners and advanced players from Pre K through 10th grade, such as Basketball Shooting Clinic (grades 4-10) , Little dribblers (Pre k -First Grade) , Lets play Basketball (Grades 4-8). Programs start October 11, they run Saturdays or Sundays cost $295 for 10 weeks.Fore more info Call 516.779.9718 email : info@PlainviewBasketball.com or go to the web page www.PlainviewBasketball.com
Super League Teams Forming
Do you want to play in Super League but do not have a team? FE Hoops will field teams at every grade in Super League as long as we have sufficient registration. We have the coaches all ready to go. All we need is motivated players! Tryouts will begin on October 11. If you are interested, please email Jim Fox at jimfox@islandgarden.com or call 516-351-6642
Rockville Centre Registration
Registration for the Rockville Centre Basketball League will be:
Sat 9/13 Southside Middle School: 10 am – 12 Noon
Sat 9/13 Kid’s Fest @ Rockville Centre Recreation Center: Noon – 4 pm
Tue 9/16 Southside Middle School: 7 pm – 9 pm
Wednesday 9/17 Southside Middle School: 6 pm – 8pm
Hauppauge Registration
Register online for the upcoming HYO Basketball season. Grades 2 through 8. Online Reg. Closes: October 31, 2006
Baldwin PAL Hoops Registration
Reistration for the Balwin PAL basketball program is underway. Go to their Fall Flier for details.
West Babylon Registration
Basketball registration starts in September. Boys and Girls between the ages of 6 years and 16 years (within this calendar year) are eligible Registration forms will be available in the West Babylon Community Youth Center office.(Also, look for flyers in the West Babylon Schools)
Rising Stars 5th Grade Tryouts
Rising Stars 5th Grade Boys Tryout 9/15 from 7pm-8:30pm @ St Edwards in Syosset. Rising Stars will be running a 5th grade boys tryout for a Rising Stars travel team to play in the Island Garden Super League. The team will be trained and coached by Danny Gimpel. This is a great opportunity for young kids to be taught and coached at a high level. Any questions or concerns please email clinics4@aol.com
Coach’s Clinic and Open Practice
There will be a coaches clinic and open practice held on Sunday September 7th from 12noon to 4pm at St. Mark’s Gymnasium in Rockville Centre. SUNY New Paltz Head Coach and native Long Islander Dagan Nelson will be running the clinic and several Game 7 coaches will be on hand The clinic is for CYO and youth coaches of all levels. Registration is now open. There is no cost but you must be registered to attend. The clinic will cover individual player development, offensive fundamentals, building team defense and practice philosophy. MORE DETAILS
Firefighters Youth Tournament
The Nassau County firefighters Operation Wounded Warriors Charity Tournament will begin October 4th.
It is for 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade teams. $250 per team, double elimination. For more information, call Chief Jerry Keating at 917-682-8087 or email JKea111@aol.com
Advanced Shooting Clinic
There will be an advanced shoting clinic for Players Grades 4 – 10 Coaches will "perfect" the shooting capability of the players who become "Lean Mean Shooting Machines". Perfect for players on travel teams or preparing for try out for School Teams or Competitive AAU teams. Each practice, players shoot hundreds of shots, Watch some videos, and watch themselves shoot. This is one of a kind Shooting program.
Program:
Shooting : Set Shot, Footwork, JumpShot, Pre-3 Point Shot, Foul Shot. Shooting off the drible, Shooting off the pass
Mental : Confidence, Concentration, Decision Making (When To shot /Pass)
Training: Pre Game shooting drills, Special drills to help you shoot better.
The Ultimate Shooting Method - Nothing But Net - Follow Through
The clinic runs Sunday Mornings, in Plainview cost $295 for 10 weeks. Call 516 779 9718 for further info or email info@plainviewbasketball.com www.plainviewbasketball.com
Pre Requisites: Ability to make lay ups with both hands. Played in a Basketball Team -. No Beginners
SJB/Team Underrated Clinic
St. John The Baptist will present a two-day basketball skills clinic for boys players at the St. John The Baptist gym, 1170 Montauk Hwy in West Islip on August 23rd & August 24th. This clinic is for both beginners and serious players entering 6th through 8th grades next fall, and will focus on bringing their games to the next level. It will be offered in conjunction with the Team Underrated Program, an emerging AAU power and one of Long Island's strongest basketball programs, and feature game play, contests, awards, and most important - skill development and speed training. There will also be tips from expert guest speakers, an All-Star Game, and free t-shirts. Fee for two days - is only $75! Register now to hold your spot! REGISTRATION FORM
Future Hoops - Fall 2008
Great Indoor Fun! Tuesdays, 4:15-5:30p.m at the Island Garden in West Hempstead. Ages 5-8; Boys & Girls. Cost - $165.00; or $28 per class for single sessions.To Register CLICK HERE or Call us at 516-292-4956 for more information
Program In Westbury
A program called Basketball, Conditioning and Fundamentals of Basketball, will be offered through the Westbury Recreation Center. It is for ages 5-12 and will last 8 weeks. Call 516- 334-5560 for details.
Wizard's Summer Camp Benefit
The Deer Park Community Center is hosting a summer basketball camp to raise funds for the center. It will be conducted by the New York Wizards Basketball Team. Full and half day sessions. DETAILS
1st-2nd Grade Summer Clinics Active Kidz and Power Hoops are offering evening basketball clinics in four week sessions. Professional coaches and small groups. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER PLEASE CALL POWER HOOPS AT 516-679-6078 OR ACTIVE KIDS AT 516-621-6600.
Suffolk County League Champs
(Divisions based on birth year)
1997 – BYA
1996 – PAL Running Rebels
1995 – Dix Hills
1994 – North Babylon
1993 – Central Islip PAL
Spring Break Basketball Camp
Get quality basketball instruction over the upcoming break. Perfect for players gearing up for their AAU and travel seasons, or just to have a little fun against solid competition!! Camp will be held in first class facilities at the Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point. Starts Monday, April 21 and wraps up Thursday April 24th Hours 9 AM to 3 PM Call (516) 773-5323 for details!
St. Patrick's Summer League
The St. Patrick's Summer League is one of the oldest and best on Long Island. Team registration for the Boys division is being accepted now through April 1. Team registration for our Summer Basketball League for the Girls division is being accepted now until June1. MORE INFORMATION
Future Hoops Program
The Island Garden's highly successful program for boys and girls ages 5-8 iaccepts new players each Tuesday. This training session runs from 4:15 PM to 5:30 PM. The young players really do learn the basics during these fun filled sessions. They are coaches by two outstanding college students, Matt Nies and Jory Baron, who have been involved with this program for two years. Each player receives individual attention. Players may attend any one or more of the sessions at a pro-rated price. Each player receives a uniform shirt at the beginning and an award at the conclusion of the program. The Future Hoops program is an excellent opportunity to receive outstanding instruction in developing fundamental skills. You may register by contacting Island Garden at 516-292-4956.
Top 16U Program Needs Player
Skilled big man needed for Elite 16U program. Muti state tournaments and great development. Email for a workout okok@att.blackberry.net
Adidas Phenom Camp
The New York Phenom Camp will be held Mar 29 & 30 @ Fordham University. All the top 5th-11th grade boys basketball players in the area will be attending, so if you think you belong in that group, or want to test yourself by playing against them, then sign up at www.nyphenom.com
Spring Developmental Clinic
Dates: Clinic begins the week of April 15th
Times: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Fee: $175.00 Per Player
Location: Interstate Sports Academy
246 N Main St.
Sayville, NY 11782
Open to: Boys & Girls Grades 2-4
Format:
The ISA Developmental Clinics for 2nd, 3rd & 4th grades are designed to teach young athletes how to learn the game. There will be 10 sessions beginning Tuesday, April 15th. All Clinics will be 6:30 to 8:00 pm. All clinics will be directed by Leon Martin, Long Island’s top AAU coach. Coach Martin’s teams have won US Jr. National championships and AAU National championships. He is considered one of the finest teachers in the game today.
Enrollment:
For more information please call 631-244-0400 or email us at info@isasportsacademy.com. If you are mailing in your application, please make your checks payable to Interstate Sports Academy. Confirmation of enrollment will be e-mailed to the contact person.
10U and 11U AAU Tryouts
Team Underrated will be holding try-outs for its 10u AAU Team, (4th grade or players that turn 11 after September 1,2008) and our 11u AAU Team, (5th grade or players that turn 12 after September 1, 2008).
Attitude Is The Way
With tryouts for spring and summer teams apon us, its the perfect time for an article by new contributer Gus Alfieri about the importance of attitude GO TO ARTICLE
Presidents Week Camp PRESIDENTS WEEK CAMP IS SET TO RUN FROM FEB 18th UNTIL 22nd The very popular winter vacation camp will again be held during Presidents Week and will be under the direction of top coaches Tim Cluess and Bob Paul. The camp will run each day from 8:30 AM until 3:00 PM. All players currently in grades 3 through 8 are invited to attend. Players can choose to attend for the entire week for a price of $250.00 or on a daily basis for $65.00. Lunch can be purchased each day at the snack bar. You can register by emailing us at jimfox@islandgarden.com or by calling Island Garden at 516-292-4956.
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Metro AAU Membership Drive
The New York Metro AAU Executive Board is sponsoring a membership drive for all persons interested in participating in any one of the 26 sports currently operated by the AAU. On Sunday, January 20 between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM, members of the New York Executive Board will be available to answer questions and assist in the registration process with anyone desiring to register as a club, team or individual. The event will be held at the Island Garden which is located at 45 Cherry Valley Avenue, West Hempstead, New York 11552. Such issues as insurance, finding local tournaments and ways to qualify for National Championship events will be covered. We will register you on the spot if you decide to become a member of AAU.
Teams registering for AAU on this day will also have a chance to win AAU shirts for members of their team. For further information, please contact Jim Fox at 516-292-4956 or jimfox@islandgarden.com. Howie Frajberg Tournament
The 1st Annual Howie Frajberg Memorial Holiday Tournament was a great success. The results of the Championship Round are as follows:
5th Grade Division I Championship -
Plainview Pride defeated St. Agnes 54-17
5th Grade Division II Championship
NYC Panthers defeated St.Thomas 44-18
6th Grade Division I Championship -
LI Lightning Milhaven over St. Vincent Ferrer 66-32
6th Grade Division ll Championship
Christ the King ll defeated St.Mary 45-36
7th Grade Division I Championship
NY Tigers over Vipers I 66-40
7th Grade Division II Championship
Rockaway Riptide over Bellmore Bombers 61-49
8th Grade Championship
NYC Panthers over Blue Thunder 69-52
JV Division I Championship
LI Elite defeated Vee Bees 64-63
JV Division II Championship
Oceanside defeated LI Lightning Akoumianakis 85-64
2008 Maccabi Games Tryouts
CALLING ALL PLAYERS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 13 -16. The Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center in Roslyn will be holding Basketball tryouts for the 2008 JCC Maccabi Games as follows :
Girls basketball tryouts will be held on January 6th and January 13th from 12pm-2pm
Boys basketball tryouts will be held on January 6th and January 13th from 2pm-4pm.
For further information,please contact Sarah Schmitt at 516-484-1545 ext.143 or send email to sschmitt@sjjcc.org or contact Coach Mitch Pruzan at 516-967-7427 or send email to mpruzan@aol.com
St. Dom's 3 on 3 Champions
Its was another outstanding 3 on 3 tournament at St. Dominic in Oyster Bay. Teams from Brooklyn, Queens, and all over Long Island participated, and these are the 2007 champions:
3rd Grade - St. Dominic4th Grade - Plainview Pride5th Grade - Lucky Charms6th Garde - St. Edwards7th Grade - Elite 38th Grade - Elite 4 Holiday Basketball Tourney
The SS. Cyril & Methodius AnnualHoliday Basketball Tournament will be held Dec. 27th thru Dec. 30th.
• 4 Team Tournament Bracket
• Each team guaranteed 2 games
• Individual awards to 1st & 2nd place teams
• Team Trophies to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place teams
• All- tournament Player award
• MVP award to each team
• Each player receives tournament t-shirt
• Referee fees included
• All games at ss. Cyrils’ gym
Entry Fee $200 per team. For more information email: stcyrilcyo@yahoo.com Or call Mike Gonzalez at (917) 705-5355. Boys & Girls ‘c’ or ‘b’ division CYO Teams
Grades 5th thru 8th. Ss Cyril & Methodius CYO, 125 Half Hollow Rd, Deer Park, NY 11729
Southampton PAL Tryouts
There will be tryouts for Southampton PAL teams on November 12th and 15th at the Southampton Rec Center. $75 registration fee. Grades 3/4 boys - 6:30 PM
Grades 5/6 boys and girls - 8:00 PM Call 631-287-1511
Coast To Coast Clinics
The Coast To Coast AAU Program will be conducting youth clinics at the Southampton Rec Center on Saturdays starting 12/1. $100 per child. Call 631-287-1511
Good 4th Grade Teams Needed
Team Underrated league is shaping up to be a good one. We still have have 2 spots for 10u (4th grade) teams. Commited teams are Team Underrated, Riverside, Positve Direction, Brentwood Travel, and Deer Park All-Stars. I can be reached at coachdre@optonline.net or 631-664-6751
Super League Team Tryouts
Individual Players May Now Tryout For Super League Teams. The following age groups will be holding tryouts:
6th Grade Boys - Thursday, Oct. 25 at 6:00 PM
8th Grade Boys - Saturday, Oct. 27 at 2:45 PM.
Tryouts will be held at Island Garden
Those selected will be offered the opportunity to play with an FE Hoops team that will be playing in Super League. FE HOOPS, which is under the direction of Jim Fox and Bruce Eiber, will be forming teams that will play a full Super League schedule. We will field teams from Grade 4 through High School. The exact number of teams will depend upon the response we receive. In addition to playing a full Super League schedule, players will practice at Island Garden, receive their own full uniform, be registered with the AAU for insurance purposes and be coached by an experienced and knowledgeable individual. If you are interested in knowing more about FE HOOPS and Super League, please call Jim Fox at 516-351-6642.
Hot Rod 3 on 3 Basketball Classic
Sponsored by the Deer Park Community Center & SECCA Youth Activities. 1st Annual 3 on 3 Basketball Double Elimination Tournament. All Profits will be donated to the Ryan Horodnicki Memorial Fund. Registration Going on now. Games start in January Divisions starting 8 and up - adults Included! For more information call 631-667-6665 or go to www.deerparkcommunitycenter.com
Gus Alfieri Defensive Clinic
Legendary coach Dr. Gus Alfieri will present his famous Scramble Defense at a one day clinic October 27th at Christ the King Gymnasium in Commack. Coach Alfieri will teach the techniques and various options of the defense, and all the drills you will need to teach it to your team. He will also be available all season long to answer questions and give pointers at no additional cost .This is an extremely effective trapping defense that can turn an average team into a successfully one. The clinic will run from 8:30a.m to 12:30 p.m, and the cost is $50 per coach attending. Those interested in learning more about the clinic please e-mail or call AALF@OPTONLINE.NET OR 631-265-7142 Dr. Alfieri is the former State Championship Coach at St. Anthony’s High School, and author of Lapchick, the well received biography of the Hall of Fame coach.
Reach One Teach One Skills Camp
Reach One Teach One Basketball Inc. presents their 4th Annual Fundamental Skills Camp, a 10 week program held on Saturdays from November 03, 2007 thru January 12, 2008. We are currently accepting registration, the application can be downloaded from our web site at www.coachfisher1.com . In person registration will be held on Saturday October 20, 2007 and Saturday October 27, 2007 Time: 10:00am to 2:30pm. The program is for boys and girls, grades 3 thru 8 and players of all skill level, this is extremely helpful to a student athlete who wishes to advance in our AAU program. For more information or if you have any questions contact me Coach Fisher, Jeanine R Fisher, Program Director at (516) 285-4505.
Time To Register For Super League
Registration for the 2007 - 2008 Island Garden Super League has now begun. All coaches and program coordinators should submit their registration materails as soon as possible as the deadline is quickly approaching. REGISTRATION FORM
Merrick 7th Grade Tryouts
A Seventh Grade Team from the Merrick area which intends to play at the Division lll level of Super League will be holding tryouts at Island Garden on Saturday, Ocober 6th at 10:00 AM. Interested players can register at 9:45 AM that same day.
League Needs Home
We are looking for an indoor facility to run our Winter 2007-2008 Jr NBA/WNBA basketball program for ages 7-13. If you know of any in the southern Nassau area please let me know. Coach Darryl Burgess, Nassau Ballaz. shabazz1168@aol.com
Dix Hills Travel Team Tryouts
Travel Team Tryouts will be conducted on Sunday, 30-September, at Candlewood Middle School. Call (631) 777-8475 for details.
New IG Program for Third Graders
There has been one age group which has always been a bit too old for Future Hoops and not quite old enough for the IG's other programs and that is the Third Grade group. We are offering a special program under the direction of Tim Capstraw which addresses this need. Coach Capstraw will work with this group of boys and girls to improve their fundamental skills as well as prepare them to play in games. Time will be split in practice between skills development and scrimmages. The goal will be to develop the group so that thay can compete in Super League if they wish. After the program is complete in late October, we will attempt to form Super League teams if therre is sufficient interest to continue.
This group will meet on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the Island Garden for five consecutive weeks beginning September 26th. The fee for this program is $165.00. Please call Island Garden at 516-292-4956 to register Huntington Town Programs
After School Basketball: Instruction and game play. Grades 4-6, Tuesdays from 4 to 5pm. Grades 1-3, Thursdays and Fridays 4-5pm and 5 - 6pm. Fee $60 with REC card, $80 without. Location: 101 Browns Rd. Online registration starts 9/26 REGISTER.
Holiday Workshop: 12/26,27,28. Grades 1-3, 9:30an to 11am. $35 with REC card, $50 without. Grades 4-6 , 11:15am to 1:15pm. $40 with REC card, $55 without. Location: Coindra Hall, 101 Browns Rd. Online registration starts 10/24. REGISTER
Northport / E. Northport Registration
Eaton's Neck Youth Club. Boys and girls grades 3-12. Dates: Tuesday Sept. 18th, 7-9pm. Thursday Sept. 20th, 7-9pm. Wednesday, Sept. 26th, 7-9pm Location: The Laurel Ave. School cafeteria. For more information, call 631-961-9610.
Massapequa PAL Basketball
P.A.L. Basketball has separate Boys & Girls Divisions for Grades 2 through 12. This program holds practices during the month of December and plays competitively during January & February. Occasionally, games are played against P.A.L. units from neighboring communities. Each participant receives a P.A.L. reversible basketball jersey and, at the end of the season, each participant also receives a P.A.L. Participation Trophy. The registration fee is $75 per person and registration is held during September and October. Boy's Basketball Grades 2 - 12, runs December thru February. Giirl's Basketball Grades 2 - 12, runs December thru February. Line Basketball Grades K - 1, runs December thru February. Line basketball is an instructional program for boys & girls in Kindergarten & 1st Grade. This program focuses on basketball basics such as ball handling, dribbling, ball passing, blocking, etc. This program runs on Saturday afternoons during the months of December through February. Email questions to opsnkids@MassapequaPAL.org
Coach Cluess 12,11,10U Tryouts
Coach Tim Cluess is holding tryouts for his 12U, 11U, and 10U AAU teams on Thursday Sept. 13th starting at 7p.m. at the Island Garden in West Hempstead. They are for 4th,5th and 6th grade teams or 7th graders who have not turned 12 yet. Teams will be playing in the Island Garden Super League this winter as well as the spring AAU season. Please contact Tim Cluess at THOOPS4435@aol.com for further information.
7th Grade/13U Tryout
Any 7th Grader or 13yr old that is interested in playing
basketball this fall in the Roundball Classic in the Gaucho Gym please contact Navro Robinson via email (Navro2001@aol.com) for tryout information.
Rockville Centre Registration
Registration:*
9/15 SSMS: 10:00 am – Noon
9/15 Kid's Fest @ Rec Center: Noon – 4:00 pm
9/19 SSMS: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
9/20 SSMS: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
*Registrants after September 20th, may be placed on a waiting list.
Player Evaluations:scheduled by divisions: TBA
9/24, 9/25, 9/26 & 9/27 Rec Center
Coach's Meeting:
10/10 Rec Center: 7:00pm
Practices start:
10/15
Freshman Program (3rd Grader) starts:
10/20 (Boy's & Girl's Curriculum)
Opening Day Games: 10/27
Dix Hills Travel Coaches Meeting
If you are interested in being a travel coach with the Dix Hills Basketball Association, it is imperative that you attend the Travel Coach Meeting on 10-Sep at 7pm at the League Office at 92 Field Street in West Babylon (click Locations link above for Directions). Please contact the League Office (631-777-8475) if you plan on attending. Glen Stanis is our Travel Commissioner and will be able to answer any/all questions or concerns you may have.
United North Amityville Youth Org.
U.N.A.Y.O.’s Basketball Program Runs from November to June. They provide Basketball skills training and league competition. U.N.A.Y.O. host tournaments and camps as well as being the founders of the Super Successful Western Suffolk Basketball League. WEBSITE
LuHI Fall Basketball School
LuHi Summer Programs and Brian Carey's Shooter's School present the 5th Annual Fall Preseason Boys
Basketball School on the Campus of Long Island Lutheran High School in Brookville. For the serious player only! Four Sunday sessions, October 14, 21, 28
November 4. Enrollment is strictly limited to 80 players
20 players per playing level. Levels are:
Middle School - grades 7 and 8
J.V. Level - grades 9 and 10
Varsity Level - grades 9 thru 12
* New * 6th Grade Group - strong emphasis on Fundamentals.
Use the attached brochure to register or get more information.
LI Lightning (12U) 6th Grade Tryout
A Long Island Lightning 6th Grade Division I Team looking to fill a few spots. 6th or 7th grade Boys born after 9/1/95 are eligible. Some players may continue on the team's LIL Spring AAU team and/or be eligible to play/practice with the Coach's 14U squad as well at times. Coach David Rothman has been a Lightning/AAU Coach for 5 years and is a senior instructor each summer at the Five-Star Basketball Camp in Pennsylvania. He is also on the executive board of his
local (Roslyn) youth basketball league - mainly responsible for player development and coaches' training. For further details and/or to arrange a tryout, please email hoopsadmin@optonline.net
BYA Fall Classic In Brentwood
The 1st ANNUAL BYA FALL BASKETBALL CLASSIC
will be held Columbus Day weekend October 5, 2007
In Brentwood. All AAU and Travel teams are welcomed
Divisions: 10U -- $225.
12U -- $225.
14U -- $250.
16U -- $250.
Six Teams per Division
Registration fee Includes 10 shirts & All Ref Fees
Pool Play Guarantees 2 Games
Registration Fees due 9-17-07. 6PM–9PM @the Brentwood Clubhouse Address: 35 3rd Ave Brentwood, NY PO money order or Bank Check. Please, no personal checks. Rosters Due 9-24-07
For more information or to register a team pleases contact:
Claude Ellis ce11706@aol.com
Syd Barrington Sydizen@hotmail.com
Andre Smith whipplestreet@aol.com
Care and Feeding of Young Athletes
Eating a balanced, healthy diet is important for children of all ages. Should that balance change if you're involved in athletics? FIND OUT HERE
JR NBA/WNBA Fall Program
The Plainview Basketball Club has a Jr NBA/WNBA program that starts in October . 10 weeks. Saturdays only. Boys and girls Kindergarten through 9th grade. This is your child's chance to really learn and work on his/her game. Players will work on basic skill development including : shooting, ball handling, passing dribbling, rebounding, and footwork. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive participation in a fun and rewarding manner. COST for 10 weeks $175 + $70 yearly RIBS fee (Registration, Insurance, Basketball, Shirt) CALL 516- 779 9718 for more information. To REGISTER click here
Outstanding Youth Coaches Clinic
The Nassau County Sports Commission and SUNY Old Westbury are holding a FREE "one night only" basketball coaching clinic next Thursday evening, August 23, 2007 from 6-8 pm at the Clark Center on the SUNY Old Westbury campus. For all the details, click HERE. This event is completely free of charge for all youth basketball coaches on Long Island. We simply ask that all reservations be made by this Friday, August 17. Any coach that is interested should contact Bryan Revello at 516-365-9625 or via email at bryan@nassausports.org
Deer Park CYO Tryouts
St. Cyril's in Deer Park will be having Tryouts and Registrations this upcoming Wednesday & Friday from 6pm to 9pm
Girls Tryout Schedule Wednesday Aug. 1st: 8th Grade Girls 6pm -7pm, 9th/10th Gr Girls 7pm - 8:15pm, 11th/12th Gr Girls 8:15pm to 9:30pm
BoysTryout Schedule Friday Aug 3rd, 9th/10th Gr. Boys 6:00pm - 7:30pm, 11th/12th Gr. Boys 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Monday Aug 6th Girls Tryout Schedule: 5th Grade Girls 6pm -7pm, 6th Grade Girls 7pm -8pm, 7th Grade Girls 8pm -9pm
Monday Sep 10th Boys Tryout Schedule: 5th Grade Boys 6pm -7pm, 6th Grade Boys 7pm -8pm, 7th Grade Boys 8pm -9pm, Tueday Sep 11th Boys Tryout Schedule
6th Grade Boys 7pm -8pm
Registration Fees: Grades 4th through 8th $150,
Grades 9th through 12th $170
Ss Cyril & Methodius CYO, 125 Half Hollow Road
Deer Park, NY 11729 StCyrilCYO@Yahoo.com
The Maccabi Games
For the past 19 years, the Suffolk Y JCC has sent a delegation of young men and women to compete in the JCC Maccabi Games, an Olympic-style competition for Jewish teens, 13-16 years of age. This year's games will be held in Orange County, California from August 12-17, 2007. The games will be attended by delegations from around the world. The boys basketball team will be competing against teams from Seattle, New Jersey, California and Manhattan during the first days of competition.
The team will also participate in The Day of Caring and Sharing Program, which gives the boys the opportunity to give back to their community by engaging in a hands-on community service project.The Suffolk JCC Boys Basketball team is coached by Jerry Schwartz and Alan Bluman. The nine-man roster includes:Ray Anczelowicz Ben Resner
Ben ResnerSamuel Davis Tyler Seidman
Tyler SeidmanTrevor Dym Jared Smith
Jared SmithDavid Grossman Alex Stolls
Alex StollsShane Janicola
Bulldogs 8th Grade Champions
The Bulldogs from Sayville/Bayport beat a tough Brentwood team to capture the St. Patrick's Summer League Championship. The Bulldogs led by 15 at the half. The Brentwood team pressed their way back to a 3 point lead with one minute to go. Led by game MVP Kevin Jacob, Sayville/Bayport scored 5 points in the last minute to win the game. The champions are: Richard Geiger (Sayville), Kevin Jacob (Sayville), Sean Murphy (Sayville), Ian Scala (Sayville), Matt Seeba (Sayville), Matt Ali (Sayville), Alp Akdeniz (Bayport), Chris Karpi (Bayport), John D'Ambrosio (Bayport), Billy Koebel (Bayport), and Steven Longo (Bayport
Basketball Trophies
One of our earliest supporters and advertisers - Louie Max - who do a great job with uniforms and T-shirts and things like that - are now offering trophies, awards and plaques too. Give them a call toll free at 888-824-2674 and let them bid on your next order. We know you'll be pleased with the results! Remember, when you support our advertisers, you support us too!
August Summer League/Camp
Go to www.easternlibasketball.com and check out the "Drill Your Skillz" Basketball Camp catering to players in the Patchogue-Medford area and the Eastern Long Island Basketball League, Long Island's newest Youth Basketball League! Eastern Long Island Basketball is committed to providing a positive learning environment while building self-esteem and encouraging the right
choices on and off the court.
They are currently still accepting applications for the August 6th- 10th camp session.
Kindergarten - 1st grade = $50.00
2nd and 3rd grade = $50.00
4th and 5th grade = $50.00
6th, 7th and 8th grade = $55.00
9th and 10th = $60.00
Family discounts and friend referral discounts available! Register at www. easternlibasketball. com or call 631-439-5946.
2007- 08 (12U) Lightning Team
There will be Tryouts for a 2007-08 (12U) LI Lightning 6th Grade Boys Team. We are looking to fill a few open roster spots on a Long Island Lightning 6th Grade (2007-08 School year) Boys Travel Basketball Team that will play in Division I of the Island Garden Basketball Super League. Players must be born after 9/1/95 to be eligible (this means all rising 6th graders and young 7th graders). Some players may continue on the team's LIL Spring AAU team and/or be eligible to play with the Coach's (2007-08) 14U squad as well at times.
Coach David Rothman, who has been a Super League and Lightning/AAU Coach for 5 years, is a senior instructor each summer at the Five-Star Basketball Camp in Pennsylvania. He is also on the executive board of his local (Roslyn) youth basketball league - mainly responsible for player development and coaches' training. For further details and/or to arrange a tryout, please email hoopsadmin@optonline.net . Middle School League Standings
Here are the first official standings from the Southbay Sportsplex Middle School Summer League:
BBP Porters 2 - 0
Center Moriches 2 - 0
ESM 1 - 1
Mercy 1 - 1
SWR 0 - 2
OLOW 0 - 2
Dix Hills Fall Season
Early registrations are now being accepted for the 2007-Dix Hills Basketball Association Fall season
The following programs are open for registration:
Boys/Girls Instructional Program (K, 1st and 2nd Grade)
Boys/Girls Intramural Program (3rd thru 12th Grade)
Boys/Girls Travel Program (4th Grade and up)
* Travel Teams will be formed based on enrollment.
A Coaches Clinic will be offered in October for all participating coaches in the DHBA Program.
Metro Sports Summer League/Clinic
Metro Sports Summer Clinic/League for 2nd and 3rd grade players will have 4 1 1/2 hour clinic sessions followed by 4 sessions of League play. Players will be separated into teams. All dates are Thursdays beginning July 5th - 6:30 to 8:00 pm 4 - Clinic sessions / 4 session game league schedule Clinic/League will be held at St. Pius X in Plainview Air Conditioned Gym! $125 per participant fee includes reversible uniform top 40 total participants accepted—registration is a first come first serve basis REGISTRATION FLYER
St. Dominic Summer Camp
Long Island's top basketball program also has an excellent basketball camp. Coach Pavinelli and his staff always seem to find the perfect mix of fun and serious basketball. This years dates are 6/25-29, 7/23-27, and 7/30-8/3. GO TO BROCHURE for details and registration information.
Hoop Mountain Summer Classic
The Summer Classic is a one day mini-camp for players looking to showcase their basketball talents. It will take place July 22 at the Island Garden. This Division I NCAA certified event will allow players a chance to play in front of college coaches and editors of top scouting publications. This camp will also feature a one hour seminar on how to become an NCAA qualifier and how to be a recruitable player. This camp is for players entering 10th grade through Post Graduate (13th grade). All players must have Varsity basketball experience to attend this camp. This camp will be recruited by Division I, II, and III coaches.
Contact information:
Gregory M. Kristof Phone: 978.922.3350, Fax: 978 -922 -3348 e-mail: GKristof@hoopmountain.com or go to
www.hoopmountain.com. By mail: Hoop Mountain
P.O. Box 7068, Beverly, MA 01915
YOUTH SUMMER LEAGUES
We have a lot of teams and players looking for summer leagues and teams to play on. If your Long Island based league is still open for registraion or your team has an opening let us know!
Tryouts for Fall/Winter 12U Team
We are looking to fill a few open roster spots on a
(Fall/Winter) Long Island Lightning 6th Grade (2007-08
School year) Boys Travel Basketball Team that will play in Division I of the Island Garden Basketball Super League. You must be born after 9/1/95 to be eligible (this means all current 5th graders and young 6th graders). Some players may continue on the team's LIL Spring AAU team and/or be eligible to play with the Coach's (2007-08) 14U squad as well at times. The coach is David Rothman, who has been a Super League and Lightning/AAU Coach for 5 years and is a senior instructor each summer at the Five-Star Basketball Camp in Pennsylvania. He is also on the executive board of his local (Roslyn) youth basketball league - mainly responsible for player development and coaches' training. For further details and/or to arrange a tryout, please email
7/8th Grade Team Needs Players
Team looking for 1-2 PLAYERS for SPRING LEAGUE TEAM - 7/8 GRADE BOYS Position: FORWARD (Call Coach Merola 516 365-1120)
Long Island Jaguars Tryouts 12U
Uniondale's Long Island Jaguars are having tryouts for the 12u boys basketball team on May 9, 2007 at 7pm. The team competes in AAU tournaments and leagues Email us at mail@lijaguars.com or call (917) 674 5578 for full details. Limited Spots Avaialble!!!!
13U Team Tryout
A 13U (Seventh Grade) Boys Team has an opening for either a Guard or a Center. If you are interested in a tryout, please contact Ken Feeley at 516-292-4956.
Youth League Registration
Registration is underway for the Southbay Sportsplex Youth Draft Basketball League and Girls and Boys Youth Leagues. Both start in May. The Youth Draft League is for individuals 12 and under, and works like the NBA Draft. Players are evaluated and drafted onto teams for league play. Cost is $125. It is a great opportunity for a young player to gain experience in the challenging world of competitive basketball. A traditional Youth League for 10U, 12U, 14U, and 16U teams also begins in May. Cost is $900, which includes ref fees. INFO AND REGISTER
Jamaica Summer League
Reach One Teach One 2K7 “Summer League” Basketball, in its Initial season will begin in June, continuing through the league’s Play-Offs and Championships in August.Reach One Teach One 2K7 “Summer League” games will be played at the High School For Law Enforcement And Public Safety (116-25 Guy R Brewer Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434. An Indoor Air-Conditioned Facility!!!! No Rain Outs!!!!!) Reach One Teach One 2K7 “Summer League” is scheduled for weekend play and features Invited teams and organizations for boys and girls from New York City's Five (5) Boroughs, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. To Participate In The Reach One Teach One 2K7 “Summer League”, Applications And Deposits Must Be Submitted By May 31, 2007. For more information, contact Jeanine R. Fisher at (516) 285-4505, E-mail: rotobasketball@aol.com or download the information package via the web at www.coachfisher1.com .
BYA 11-12 Champions
Our thanks to Sydney Barrington, who sent us pictures of the BYA In-House League11/12 year Old Division Champions. Congratulations to the kids and coaches from Long Island Basketball.com
Nike Swoosh League
The Nike Swoosh League is the largest summer basketball league in the area servicing over 3,500 players with separate boys and girls divisions. The Long Island League is based in Westbury. Entry fee includes a full set of mesh uniforms for games, referee fees, and trophies for1st and 2nd place. All champions are invited to play in the Nike Swoosh Tournament of Champions at Riverbank State Park, August 16 - 19. The deadline to register is MAY 31st . For more information contact: Youth Sport Services, Inc. 55 Elm Street
Staten Island, N.Y.,10310 (718) 876 – 6756
Little Dribblers Program
Coach Sonny will lead a basketball clinic for first grade and kindergarten kids. The players will work on basic skill development including shooting, ball handling and passing. 10 week program cost $220 and starts Saturday April 14..2 Groups 11:15AM and 1:45PM There will be age appropriate balls and baskets.For Info contact Coach Sonny 516 779 9718 or info@plainviewbasketball.com or go to www.PlainviewBasketball.com
Unique All-Stars 11U Tryout
The Unique All-stars are holding tryouts for a new 11U 5th grade team this Thursday, March 29 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Candlewood Middle School in Dix Hills. You cannot turn 12 until after September 1, 2007. The Unique All-Stars AAU organization won the NY Metropolitan Region 11U AAU Title two years in a row in 2002 and 2003. For further information or directions please e-mail uniquesports@aol.com
Metro Sports Spring league
The Metro Sports Spring League for boys and girls teams 5th through 8th grade will be starting April16th and the registration deadline is April 6th. Seven games plus playoffs. $850 league fee which includes referee fees. Games in Plainview and Massapequa. For further information and registration forms, please go to their website Individuals may register and will be placed on a team—Individual Registration fee is $85.
13U Boys Tryouts
Center Island Sports, Inc. is holding a tryout for our 13U Boys team for League & Tournament play on Sat. April 14, 2007 at Samoset Middle School on School Street in Ronkonkoma - for directions go to sectionxi.org and click on directions and then click on Samoset- The trouts are from 1pm to 3pm and the cost is $20. For more info please call CIS at 631 467 210
New Basketball Program Starting
Southbay Sportsplex is a major new facility that opened in Calverton this past November and has been hosting indoor football, soccer, lacrosse and baseball all winter long on their state of the art turf field. They will follow up their successful winter programs with a new and very ambitious basketball program this spring. The first event will be an open house to show off their three new basketball courts. The event will feature Jay Hernandez of Pro Hoops, who will conduct a clinic for elite players on the main court while the Southbay staff conducts clinics for youth players on the two side courts. Once things get into full swing, they will offer a full schedule of camps, clinics, leagues and tournaments as well as strength and conditioning programs. Contact program director Anthony Parlato for more information at 631-953-6969. You can also visit their website at www.southbay sportsplex.com
The St. Patrick's Summer League
The St. Patrick's Summer League, based in Smithtown, is one of the oldest and best summer leagues on Long Island. This season, there will be competition for boy's 5th grade through varsity teams and girl's 4th grade through 8th grade teams. Fee is $1000, which includes jerseys, two officials, scorekeeper, and an eight game season plus playoffs. Boy's seasom goes from mid May through July. Girl's July through Labor Day. Contact 631-360-0185 with any questions.
Assistant Coaches Needed
There are openings for assistant coaches for our 6th grade 12U and 9th Grade 15U boys teams in the Reach One Teach One "Hawks" basketball program for the 2007 AAU season. We are seeking men and women who have coaching experience at the CYO, Middle School or High School levels. The position requires a significant amount of dedication and personal organization. The season starts with practices in March then tournament play in April. It does not conflict with either CYO or high/middle school seasons. We will begin interviewing interested candidates on March 09, 2007. The application process includes interviews with program directors as well as a background investigation. If you are interested in becoming a "Hawks" coach or have questions about it, please call Norman A Fisher, Jr. 516-285-4505.
Nothing But Net Tournament
Martin De Porres Academy in Elmont is having boys basketball tournaments for teams 11u through 15u.
11u and 13u dates are 4/20, 21 and 22 and 12u, 14u and 15u are 4/27, 28 and 29. Cost is $325 per team,. For registration, call Coach Eddie at 516-457-0291 or email eroldedouard@yahoo.com
JV And Freshman News
The NSCHSAA held it's annual Freshman and JV championship tournaments at Holy Trinity. In the Freshman championship game, Holy Trinity defeated St.Anthony's and on the JV level, St.John the Baptist defeated Chaminade. The Brentwood JV Basketball Team Made History!! This years Brentwood JV basketball team is the first one in Brentwood Basketball history to go undefeated with a record of 18-0. This is the same team that won the Center Island sports summer league with a final record of 14-0. This JV team had a total win streak of 32 consecutive games. The future of Brentwood Basketball is bright!!!! SMITHTOWN EAST J.V. went 18-0 this season under Coach Rory Kuhn.
Suffolk PAL Division Leaders
With The PAL Suffolk County League season winding down, here are the division leaders (PAL divisions are based on year of birth):
1992 Division: Longwood 5-1
1993 Division: Gordon Heights 4-0
1994 Division: BYA 7-0
1995 Division: BYA and Central Islip 7-1
1996 Division: Running Rebels 6-0
ALL-STAR PHOTOS POSTED
Presidents Week Camp
The Island Garden will be holding a Presidents Week Camp hosted by Tim Cleuss from February 19th to the 23rd. The camp will run from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM and is open to boys and girls in grades 3 through 8. Cost is $250.00 per week or $65.00 daily. INFO/REGISTRATION
Coast 2 Coast 14 U Tryouts
GOT GAME? Tryout for the premiere 14U AAU travel team on Long Island. If you have the talent, we have the skills to make you a champion!Saturday, February 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 25th from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. *Try-out fee: $25.00 (Non-Refundable) Please make checks payable to: Coast 2 Coast Basketball, Inc. LOCATION: Longwood High School, 100 Longwood Rd. Middle Island, NY 11953. Contact: Head Coach: Nick Thomas-(631)
664-0724 Program Director: Terrell Dozier-(631)909-3788.
Plainview Basketball Registration
Plainview Basketball Club LEARN-TO-PLAY BASKETBALL registration has started. The session meets Saturdays until June 14 is open to boys and girls KINDERGARTEN to 7th Grade. Boys and girls practice separately and each age group has their own group. This is your child's chance to really learn and work on their game led by a professional coach. The players will work on basic skill development including shooting, ball handling, passing, rebounding,and footwork, and will play full court basketball games with age appropriate balls and baskets. Volunteer Coaches and sponsors are welcome. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork, sportmanship and positive participation in a fun and rewarding manner. Coach Sonny will use Video presentations from time to time. This program is open to Plainview Old bethpage residents. For more information call Plainview Basketball Club at 516 779 9718 or email: info@plainviewbasketball.com or
visit: www.plainviewbasketball.com
Island Garden Tournament Results
The NYC Rise Panthers dominated this years Island Garden Holiday Tournament . The champions were:
4TH B DIV NYC RISE PANTHERS
4TH B DIV II NYC RISE PANTHERS
5TH B DIV I LI LIGHTNING MILHAVEN
5TH B DIV II DIX HILLS STORM
6TH B Div 1 NYC RISE PANTHERS
7TH B NYC RISE PANTHERS
8TH DIV I LI ELITE
8TH DIV II BYA
8TH GIRLS WESTCHESTER STARS
BJV I HERSH
BJV II STUFF
Congratulations to the teams and their coaches.
6th Grade Champ St. Edwards
7th Grade Champ Elite 3
Deadlines For Spring Leagues!
Deer Park: 9-13 year old divisions. 5 games plus playoffs S250 DPCCCoachGreg@aol.com
W. Hempstead: Grades 5-Varsity. 8 games plus playoffs $975 REGISTER ONLINE
Sayville: Boys Grades 4-8th. 8 games plus playoffs. $875 info@isasportsacademy.com
Sayville: Grades 2-6 Developmental League
8 games plus playoffs. $75 per child info@isasportsacademy.com
Developmental Program
The Long Island Lightning Developmental Program for grades 3rd through 9th is now accepting registrations. This program offers outstanding coaching by individuals with college and high school experience who will work on developing fundamental skills with motivated players. The program begins in April and continues through the latter part of June. For full details, visit www.longislandlightning.com. This program has sold out for each of the past three years. Registration Information: Fax the registration form to 516-292-7555 or Register Online.
2008 CYO Champions
8th Grade A - St. Christopher, Baldwin
8th Grade B - St. Frances, Wantagh
8th Grade C - Our Lady of Mercy, Hicksville
7th Grade A - St. Patrick, Huntington
7th Grade B - St. James, Setauket
7th Grade C - St. Kilian, Farmingdale
6th Grade A - Our Lady of Loretto, Hempstead
6th Grade B - St. Martin, Amityville
6th Grade C - St. Mark, Shoreham
5th Grade A - St. Patrick's, Huntington
5th Grade B - St. Mary, East Islip
5th Grade C - Our Lady of Grace, Babylon
Basketball Boot Camp
Game 7 is offering a weekly training program they describe as "a serious camp for serious players". It will meet Sunday evenings starting April 13th. For more details, email them at game7@optonline.net
New Spring League In Sayville
Open to: Boys & Girls Grades 4-8 Games begin Sunday April 13th, and run to June 30th. Times: TBA
Fee: $875.00 Per Team
$30.00 Referee Fee Per Game
Location: Interstate Sports Academy
246 N Main St.
Sayville, NY 11782
There will be 8 games plus playoffs. We have top administration and competition. All of our games will be held at the Interstate Sports Academy state-of-the-art facility. There is also flexible scheduling to accomodate all teams.Deadline to register a team is March 28th. For more information please call 631-244-0400 or email us at info@isasportsacademy.com. If you are mailing in your application, please make your checks payable to Interstate Sports Academy. Confirmation of enrollment will be e-mailed to the contact person. REGISTER ONLINE
Island Garden Spring League
Our popular Spring Super League is now accpting registrations. We will be having separate divisions for Grades 5 through High School Varsity. It will be an 8 game season that begins on April 14th and continues until the third week in June. Games will be played at Island Garden, SUNY Old Westbury and other sites during weeknights and Sunday evenings. The fee for the season will be $975.00 plus $30.00 per game for referees.THIS LEAGUE HAS SOLD OUT FOR THE PAST FIVE YEARS. Only a limited number of teams can be accepted due to space restrictions. You can reserve your spot by sending a $300.00 non-refundable deposit to Island Garden. For further information, please give us a call at 516-292-4956.
11U AAU TRYOUTS
11U Half Hollow Hills AAU Tryouts. A boy’s 11U team that will practice in Melville Is holding tryouts on Tuesday February 26th 6 pm @ West Hollow Middle School. 5th Graders or (6th Grader that turn 12 after 9/1/08) are eligible. Please contact Larry Heller at lheller@optonline.net For further information
B.A.M. Ballers Tryouts
Tryouts for a new BOYS AAU Club will be held at the Boys and Girls Club of Glen Cove located at 113 Glen Cove Avenue in Glen Cove on three consecutive nights beginning February 11th. The 11U Boys team will be held on all three nights at 7:00 PM and the 13U Boys team will take place at 8:00 PM on those same evenings. For additional information, please call Coach Frankie Mickens at 516-765-1831.
LI Team Dominating IS8
The Team Underrated 12U team defeated NY Tigers 42-26 in the Queens based IS 8 Winter League to improve their record to 3-0. Team Underrated was led by Breund Murphy 8pts., 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks, CJ Davis 12 pts., and 3 steals, Aaren Edmead 4pts., 4 steals, and 3 assist. Team Underrated 12u Team is 14-0 so far this 2007-2008 Season.
Hollis Defeats Ballaz for Title
In the Martin Luther King Dream Classic at Hofstra University, the 12 year old game featured The Hollis Biddies/I Love Our Youth basketball program against the Nassau Ballaz, playing in front of 200 spectators. It was an exciting overtime game won by Hollis, 33-31. The Ballaz trailed 24-20 late in the game but Isaiah Rowe, Jayvon Bass, and Richard Newton scored six unanswered points to send the game in overtime. Hollis' star forward CJ iced the win with a foul shot in the last seconds. "It was a great day for the kids who got a chance to showcase their talents at Hofstra" says Nassau Ballaz director Darryl Burgess. "It was a nice way to celebrate Kings birthday." In the 8 year old division, Jacori Teemer and Jordan Reid scored for the Nassau Ballaz but Hollis pulled it out with a 7-4 win. In the 10's, Hollis' guards were too much for the Ballaz in a 21-10 win.
Youth Coaches Wanted
Team Underrated is now looking for AAU coaches for the upcoming season. Team Underrated 12u team is Nationally ranked in Division II and we have a tremendous amount of talent in other age groups. If you are interested in volunteering your time to coach our Youth please contact Team Underrated @ coachdre@optonline.net.Try-outs for our 11u, 15u, 16u are coming soon.
Little Dribblers Program
Coach Sonny and Plainview Basketball Club invites you to join this Saturday our LITTLE DRIBLERS Program for kindergarten and First grade (Girls & Boys) The program runs every Saturday
11:15 for First graders
12:15 for Kindergarten Group A
2:15 for Kindergarten Group B
We use Age Appropriate basketballs and Baskets.We play music during the program Every player gets a basketball to keep. Best intro to basketball. FUN-DA-MENTALS in a fun way. Cost 5 weeks $170 Call 516 7799718 or email us at info@PlainviewBasketball.com.
AAU Signups On Sunday Jan. 20th On Sunday, January 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the Island Garden Arena will be hosting the NY Metropolitan AAU signups for clubs, teams, and individuals. If you are interested in creating a new team, coming under an existing team, or signing up with AAU as an individual, this is a great opportunity. There will be AAU Personnel to assist you with the registration. MORE INFORMATION
St. Francis Wins Holiday Tourny
The 5th Grade Team from St. Frances in Wantagh won the 2007 St. Martins Christmas Tournament in their division. Coach's are John Kearns and George Pappas Players: Jimmy Murphy, Brendan Kearns, Jack Fowler, Chris Taibi , Jake Johnson , Billy Pappas and not in picture , Patrick Kissane
12U Unique All-Stars AAU Tryout
The Unique All-Stars will be holding tryouts for a limited number of openings on their 12 and under Boys AAU Basketball Team. The team will be playing during the Spring AAU Season. Players born after 9/1/95 are eligible, as are 6th graders born on or after Sept. 01, 1994. We are looking for a player or players to play the 4 and 5 positions. Must be able to score inside and rebound effectively. This is a top program with a great history and an excellent coach. For details, or to arrange a tryout, please contact Coach Torrel Harris. Email uniquesports@aol.com or 516 312-7073.
12U LI Lightning AAU Tryout
The 2007-08 (12U) LI Lightning-Rothman team will be holding tryouts to fill select open roster spots on their 12U (6th Grade) Boys AAU Basketball Team for the Spring AAU Season. 6th or 7th graders born after 9/1/95 are eligible as are grade exceptions (a player who is in the 6th grade and who was born on or after Sept. 01, 1994). Player should play the 4 or 5 with the ability to bang and score inside effectively. For details and/or to arrange a tryout, email hoopsadmin@optonline.net .
Holiday Basketball Clinic
The registration deadline is 12/20! Dates 12/26 - 28 from 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM. OPEN TO BOYS AND GIRLS GRADES 3 THROUGH 8. Cost - $195.00. Camp Directors: TIM CLUESS (Head Coach CW Post) AND BOB PAUL (Assistant Coach CW Post and Chaminade) This camp is a great opportunity to work with two of the top coaches in the New York Metropolitan area. It will be an outstanding three days of basketball with emphasis on fundamentals as well as the development of shooting skills. In addition to being trained for three consecutive days by these two exceptional coaches, those players who are interested in trying out for Long Island Lightning in January will receive a written evaluation that will be forwarded to Lightning coaches and administrators for use during the team selection process. This will afford players a greater opportunity to be evaluated over a three day period rather than just being limited to the one day tryout.
You can register by clicking here
Grades 4-6 Holiday Workshop
Wednesday, December 26, 2007 11:15 am - 1:15 pm at Coindre Hall, 101 Brown's Road, Huntington. Children will receive specialized basketball training by qualified coasches and instructors during the December holiday school break CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
BYA Winter Basketball League
The BYA Winter Basketball League will be holding its FINAL REGISTRATION. DATE: Monday, Nov. 26, 2007
TIME: 6:30PM-7:30PM. LOCATION: North Middle School
350 Wicks Rd. in Brentwood. Registration will be for age groups 5-14. It will be followed by the 13/14 NBA DIVISION DRAFT AT: 7:30PM. For more info contact:
Andre: whipplestreet@aol.com. You may also contact these coaches for travel team information.
Att: L.I. Hoops Event Organizers
If you are planning any tournaments, team camps or other events for this spring or summer, nail down your dates and get your announcements to us ASAP! We are already being deluged with announcements from events from all over the country, and all the travel and AAU coaches and program directors are too. If you want your event to be considered, and you want to have a good turn-out of quality teams, you have to start getting the word out now! Local teams want to participate in local events, but they can't if they don't find out about them until after they've put their schedules together!
Future League Kicks Off
Team Underrated's new Future League got off to a flying start as Positive Direction (12U) faced off against Push-The-Rock (12U). Positive Direction prevailed, as their numerous steals led to many fast-break points. They were led by Michael Mohamed's 20pts and Christopher Hinton's 15pts. Push-The-Rock was led by Timothy Caldwell and Jalen Jackson with 6pts each.. In the second game of the day, Team Underrated (10U) defeated the Deer Park Saints (10U), and defense was the key. Team Underrated was led by Doug Niblock with 16pt and Andre Edwards II with16pt. Evan Barnes led Deer Park with 4pts. In the Third game of the day, Team Underrated (11U) defeated Positive Direction (11U). The game was back and forth both halves, with Positive Direction going on a 7-0 run in the middle of the second-half, but Team Underrated maintained their focus and came away with the win. Patrick Jackson led the way with 16pts on four 3 pointers. Positive Direction was led by Noah Patterson's 8pts. In the Fourth game of the day, Team Underrated (11U) played a tough back-to-back game and defeated the Long Island Trotters. Patrick Jackson once again continued his good shooting by recording 22pts. The Trotters were led by Chiazam Nwankwo's 5pts. In the 5th and Final game of the day, Team Underrated (12U) defeated Riverside. Team Underrated's entire roster scored in this game, with CJ Davis leading the way with 13pts and Timmy Quashie chipping in 9pts. Riverside was led by Wolfgang Novogratz with 12pts. In action from Day Two, Team Underrated (11U) defeated Gateway Sports in dramatic fashion. Team Underrated recorded many steals which led into easy lay-ups. Patrick Jackson led the way with 18pts., Mel-Shawn McPherson chipped in 14pts., Andre Edwards II 8pts., Lavaughn Creekmore 7pts., Zachary Locker 5pts., Isiah Malone and Donte Williams contributed 4 pts., each.
Boys Intramural League
There wil be a boys Intramural League for 8th, 9th, & 10th Grade boys in Plainview. Cost $145
Saturdays Afternoons and or Sundays
7/8 Players per Team
Start Early December
Call 516 779 9718
Plainview Program On Saturdays
There is a boys and girls basketball program on Saturdays in Plainview.
COST: 5 weeks - $145 JOIN THIS SATURDAY . K Through Sixth Grade. AGE APPROPRIATE BALLS AND BASKETS - PRO COACHES
To register: www.plainviewbasketball.com
CALL 516 779 9718
EMAIL: info@plainviewbasketball.com
Deer Park Travel/PAL Tryouts
The Deer Park Community Center will be having tryouts for TRAVEL/PAL TEAMS. Tryouts will start Thursday October 25 , 2007 at 7:30 pm for ages 10, 11, 12 and 13 years old. Team will be picked by November 15.
Practices will be two times a week. Anyone interested please e-mail Coach Greg at DPCCCoachGreg@aol.com
or call 631-667-6665. REGISTER
Metro Sports Fall/Winter League
Registration deadline 11/3. League will begin November 10th. Open to boys and girls grades 4th through 8th
7 Games plus playoffs
All games at the Brentwood Recreation Center
All games on Saturdays - 4:30 to 6:30 pm
Championship games in each age group
Top Administration and competition
$850 league fee INCLUDES REFEREE FEES
One of the lowest league fees on Long Island
For furthur information please contact Charlene DeCastro by Email at info@metrosportscenter.org
Suffolk County League Sign Ups
The SCBL 2008 is getting underway. The season will begin January 5, 2008 for the following birth date divisions: 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994 and 1993. We have updated the Suffolk County PAL website with our registration forms, etc. Please be advised that there will be a mandatory coaches meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 6:30pm at the new Central Islip PAL office located on the NYIT campus in the Student Activity Center. See directions below:
Central Islip PAL Office
NYIT Campus – Student Activity Center (SAC) Building
Carlton Avenue
Central Islip, NY
631-853-7993
If you cannot attend the meeting, we ask that you send a representative who will be able to take information back to you concerning the league. Also, please provide us with your correct mailing address so we can mail a registration package to you or you can obtain a package at the coaches meeting. We also have all forms on our website, which can be downloaded.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to call 631-853-7993 or email us at scpalbl@aol.com.
Tryouts For Super League
Individual Players May Now Tryout For Super League Teams. Players not affiliated with an AAU or a community team may now register to tryout for teams being formed which will compete in the Super League. This is an excellent opportunity to play under an experienced coach in a setting where every player will be guaranteed a specific amount of playing time. MORE
7th Grade/13U Coach Needed
A head coach is needed for the 7th grade/13U boys team in the Reach One Teach One "Hawks" basketball program for the 2007-2008 season. We are seeking men and women who have coaching experience at the CYO, Middle School or High School levels. The position requires a significant amount of dedication and organizational skills. We will begin interviewing interested candidates on Saturday October 20, 2007. The application process includes interviews with program directors as well as a background investigation. If you are interested in becoming a "Hawks" coach or have questions about it, please call Norman A Fisher, Jr. 516-285-4505.
Ask The Coach!
We're very excited to bring you the very first Ask The Coach Column! In the first edition, Columbia University Head Coach Joe Jones answers questions from our readers about what to do when your team has limited practice time, how to defend a talented big man, and how to get your team to talk to each other out on the court. Enjoy! ASK THE COACH
November Fall League
Team Underrated will be hosting a Fall League in Deer Park, Long Island at the Washington Elementary School. Interested AAU, CYO, P.A.L., and REC teams are all invited. The age groups will be 10-under (4th Grade), 11-under (5th Grade), and 12-under (6th). There will be 7 teams per age group. This is not an AAU sanctioned event, but is governed by AAU rules in terms of eligibility. The schedule is very flexible (week-nights, and weekends) with a 7 –game guarantee + every team qualifies for the play-offs. League will start in November. League fee is $300.00 + $25.00 per game for referee fee. You can contact Coach Dre’ atcoachdre@optonline.net
Lightning 6th Gr Team Needs 4/5
A 2007-08 (12U) LI Lightning 6th Grade Boys Team is looking to fill 1 open roster spot on a Boys Travel
Basketball Team that will play in Division I of the Island Garden Super League and in AAU Tournaments. 6th or 7th graders born after 9/1/95 are eligible. This player should be a 4 or a 5 with the ability to bang and score inside effectively. For further details and/or to arrange a tryout, please email
Teams Looking For Scrimmages
Brentwood Travel Teams Looking for Scrimmage games. All teams 10u,12u,13u and 14u looking for Scrimmage games,all teams are willing to travel and we also have gyms to hold games. Please contact the following Coaches for games. 10u-Coach Eric Perdomo at prestigeac@verizon.net and Coach Joan Maybanks at maybanks22@yahoo.com .12u-Coach Syd Barrington at sydizen@hotmail.com . 13u-Coach Andre Smith at Whipplestreet@aol.com and 14u- Coach Claude Ellis at ce11706@aol.com
Supervised Pick-up Games
There will be free pick-up games for High School and Middle School students in the Elwood, Harborfields, Northport and East Northport School Districts every Tuesday starting Oct. 2nd at the Elwood Middle School Gym. Middle School games from 6pm to 7:30 pm and high school from 7:30pm to 9pm. For more information, call Rosemarie or Lori at 261-7901 or 261-6218.
LI Lightning 11U Tryouts
An 11U Long Island Lightning Boys team (5th Grade) coached by Fred Goodman will be holding tryouts at Island Garden on Sunday, October 7 at 9:00 AM and again on Wednesday, October 10 at 6:00 PM. Any player interested can come on the day of the tryouts. A birth certificate will be necesscery. This team will compete both in Super League during the winter and in AAU in the spring.
Fall Coaches Clinic
There will be a coaches clinic Thursday, October 18th, 2007 from 7 to 10pm at Long Island Lutheran High School in Brookville. The clinic is for coaches of boys and girls teams with a serious interest in improving their coaching techniques, knowledge of the game, and the quality of their team practice time. Clinic fee is $30 per coach pre-registration, and $35 at the door.
$100 for five coaches from the same program. The clinic is being presented by the LuHi Summer Programs, and will be conducted by Brian Carey, the coach of the defending Private School Class A State Champion Long Island Lutheran Crusaders.
Half Hollow Hills Travel Tryouts
The Half Hollow Hills Basketball program is having tryouts on 10/2 and 10/4 at West Hollow Middle School in Melville. For scheduled times and age groups, please visit http:///www.hillsbasketball.com or contact Dave Hauser (david@hausernet.com) for further details. The teams will play in the Island Garden Superleague and other regional travel leagues.
K Through 9th Grade Clinic
The Plainview Basketball Club is offering a clinic for kindergarten through 9th grade boys and girls on Saturdays. COST: 10 weeks - $245 or mini program 5 weeks - $145. STARTS OCTOBER 6th. PRO COACHES
To REGISTER : www.PlainviewBasketball.com
CALL 516 779 9718
EMAIL: INFO@PlainviewBasketball.com
BYA Fall Classic
BYA’s 1st Annual Fall Basketball Classic will be held Columbus Day weekend October 5, 2007 in Brentwood. All AAU and Travel teams are welcomed
Divisions: 10U -- $225.
12U -- $225.
14U -- $250.
16U -- $250.
Six Teams per Division. Registration fee Includes 10 shirts & All Ref Fees. Pool Play Guarantees 2 Games.
Registration deadline and roster due by 9/24/2007.
For more information or to register a team please contact:
Claude Ellis ce11706@aol.com
Syd Barrington Sydizen@hotmail.com
Andre Smith whipplestreet@aol.com
Future Hoops Fall Registration
The Island Garden's highly successful program for boys and girls ages 5-8 will begin its ninth year on September 25th. It will be directed by its founder, Tim Capstraw. This training session will take place every Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM for six consecutive weeks. The young players really do learn the basics during these fun filled sessions. The cost for the six sessions is $165.00. Players may attend any one or more of the sessions at a pro-rated price. Each player receives a uniform shirt at the beginning and an award at the conclusion of the six week program. The Future Hoops program is excellent opportunity to receive outstanding instruction from one of the top coaches who has extensive experience at the professional, college and youth level. You can register by calling Island Garden at 516-292-4956.
The Future Hoops program is excellent opportunity to receive outstanding instruction from one of the top coaches who has extensive experience at the professional, college and youth level. You can register by calling Island Garden at 516-292-4956. Eastern Long Island League
Long Island's newest youth basketball league has two divisions. The North Division is based in the Longwood School District and the South in the Patchogue-Medford School District. Registration for the North District will be September 20, 2007 from 6:00PM - 9:00PM at the Longwood Library.Play begins in October. Contact DARRIN WILLIAMS for details at 631-775-7343 or easternhoops1@optonline.net. South Division play begins in January, but there is a 10% discount if you register now. Conact SHERYLL ALLBRIGHT for details at 631-439-5946 or easternlihoops@aol.com
Shooting Program
The Westbury based "Bunky" Reid All-Stars program is offering a shooting workshop that will utilize their shooting machine. All-Stars Coach Michael Jackson will be the instructor and will work personally with players to improve their shooting fundamentals while they get the repetitions that only a shooting machine can give. The fee for this hands-on instruction is only $75/hour - an excellent price if you are familiar with typical shooting machine rates. For Information, call Coach Jackson at 516-334-5560 (Recreation Office) or 516-282-1314 (Sport Center)
East Meadow PAL Basketball
BASKETBALL REGISTRATION WILL BE ON SEPT 18,19 & 25 6PM-8PM BASKETBALL $75.00 NOV-MARCH
ALL REGISTRATION AT SP.ACTIVITIES BLDG IN EISENHOWER PK. PARK FLD #8
Baldwin PAL Basketball
Registration going on now.
BOYS BASKETBALL: 3rd thru 12th grade $85.00
Family Plan - each additional child $75.00
GIRLS BASKETBALL: 3rd thru 12th grade $75.00 $85.00
Family Plan - each additional child $75.00
NOTE: Family plan applies between boys & girls basketball. INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL:2nd grade boys & girls (no family plan) $60.00
Travel team tryouts in January.
Send to: BALDWIN PAL FALL REGISTRATION 2007
P.O. BOX 0237 BALDWIN, N.Y. 11510
Brentwood Fall/Winter League
The league will be held beginning in October and will last through February. It is open to boys and girls grades 4th through 8th. 7 Games plus playoffs. All games at the Brentwood Recreation Center
All games on Saturdays - 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Championship games in each age group. Top Administration and competition $850 league fee INCLUDES REFEREE FEES. One of the lowest league fees on Long Island. For further information please contact Charlene DeCastro by Email at info@metrosportscenter.org
Plainview Basketball Club
The Plainview Basketball Club is proudly affiliated with Jr NBA JrWNBA. Our program starts in October 6th. 10 Weeks * SATURDAYS ONLY. Boys abd girls K through 9th Grade. THIS IS YOUR CHILDS CHANCE TO REALLY LEARN AND WORK ON HIS /HER GAME.. THE PLAYERS WILL WORK ON BASIC SKILL DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING : SHOOTING, BALL HANDLING, PASSING, DRIBBLING, REBOUNDING and FOOTWORK * EMPHASIS WILL BE PLACED ON TEAMWORK, SPORTMANSHIP AND POSITIVE PARTICIPATION IN A FUN AND REWARDING MANNER. COST for 10 weeks $225 by Sep15th/$245 thereafter (175 + $70 yearly registration, insurance, basketball, and shirt fee. CALL 779 9718 *
St. Mary's E. I. CYO Registration
Registration for the 2007/2008 season is now OPEN. Any child who participated in our program last season should have received a registration form in the mail this summer. If you wish to be added to our mailing list, send us an email with your name and address, requesting to be added. You may also download a registration form from our website or pick one up at the St. Mary's Rectory reception in East Islip. See our Registration page for registration deadlines.
Commack Youth League
Basketball registration for the Commack Youth Basketball League officially opens as of September 1st. and runs until November 1st. Once registered, you will be receiving e mail notifications about basketball evaluations, first practices etc. sometime in November. All announcements will also be online. Please always check here first for any answers to questions you may have. Do Not expect to hear from the league before beginning of November. Evaluations will most likely be mid to end of November. There is a clinic for 1st and 2nd grade boys and girls. The fee for the clinic is $65. There are no evaluations for the clinic. Please sign up for the clinic online. The fee for 3rd thru 12th grade boys and girls is $105. You can register online for 3rd thru 12th as well. Registration ends November 1st. Jersey and shorts are a separate fee of $15 each. You will be paying for these at a later date, not when you register online. REGISTER
St. Pat's/Huntinton Intramurals
The 2007-2008 Basketball season is almost here. ON-LINE INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL SIGN-UPS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS IN GRADES 3-12 WILL BEGIN IN THE FALL.
Questions are encouraged and should be directed in the following manner:
Girls 3rd/4th Grade Division - Joe at coachforall@optonline.net
Boys 3rd/4th Grade Division - Joe at coachforall@optonline.net
Girls 5th/6th Grade Division - JJ at jberbenich@tai.toshiba.com
Boys 5th/6th Grade Division - Tom at tom@idswarranty.com
Girls 7th-12th Grade Division - JJ at jberbenich@tai.toshiba.com
Boys 7th-9th Grade Division - Walter at wvohs@optonline.net
Boys 10th-12th Grade Division - Harvey at hglockhar40@aol.com
Suffolk County League/Selden
Registration dates: Mon 9/17 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM New Village Rec. Center (Corner of Wireless Rd & Hawkins Rd. Thu 9/27 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Location TBA
Tue 10/2 Coaches Meeting. ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL OUR NEW LEAGUE PHONE # 696-6580.
Divisions:
Clinic - Kindergarden and 1st grade
COED Grade 2 - 3
Boys Grade 4 - 5
Boys Grade 6 - 8
Boys grade 6-9
Boys grade 9 - 12
Boys grade 10-12
Girls grade 4 -5
Girls Division grade 4 - 7
Girls Division 6 - 8 grade
Girls Division 9th - 12 grade
ALL GAMES/PRACTICES WILL BE PLAYED IN GYMS IN THE MIDDLE COUNTRY SCHOOL DISTRICT!!
Making The Team
Southbay Sportsplex in Calverton is offering fall small group instruction to players who want to prepare for the upcoming season. It begins September 11, 2007, and will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7pm and Saturday mornings at 9am. Cost is $90 for six sessions. The staff will work on specific needs of each child and includes Mike Moseby of the Strong Island Sound whose expertise is low post moves. For more info call Coach Parlato at 953 6969.
Lightning 14U/8th Grade Tryout
Long Island Lightning 8th Grade Division I Team looking to add more size/toughness. 8th or 9th grade Boys born after 9/1/93 are eligible. This is an established, successful team which has been together for several years and is looking to enhance its frontcourt presence. Coach David Rothman has been a Lightning/AAU Coach for 5 years and is a senior instructor each summer at the Five-Star Basketball Camp in Pennsylvania. He is also on the executive board of his local (Roslyn) youth basketball league - mainly responsible for player development and coaches' training. For further details and/or to arrange a tryout, please email hoopsadmin@optonline.net
Fall League For Grades 5-8
For the first time in the history of Island Garden, we will be offering a Fall or Preseason Super League for teams in the 5th through 8th Grade. This will be in addition to our regular Super League that begins in November. This will be an excellent opportunity for teams to get a head start on the regular season. The Preseason League will offer separate divisions for boys and girls and, if possible based on registration, different levels within the grade. League play will begin on September 29 and continue through October. It will consist of a four game schedule with playoffs for the top teams. All games will be played on the weekends at the Island Garden between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. The price, which will include referee fees, will be $450.00. Registration will be limited due to the space constraints. Please call Island Garden at 516-292-4956
Lightning 10 U TRYOUTS
Long Island Lightning Eiber Boy's ten and under will be holding tryouts at IGB on Wednesday, August 29, 2007 and Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 6:00 PM. The team will play in the IGB Super League in both 4th Grade East and 5th Grade East divisions. Boys must be in 4th grade in September or born on or after September 1, 1997. The team may participate in other local leagues and tournaments and continue during the spring AAU season. Parents are asked to bring photo copies of birth certificates if not previously on file. Questions please contact Coach Eiber at searington@aol.com.
Dix Hills Leagues/Travel Teams
Registrations are now being accepted for the Dix Hills FALL of 2007 BASKETBALL LEAGUE. The registration deadline is September 30th 2007. Programs:
K thru 2nd grade instructional for Boys and Girls3rd -12 th grade intramurals for Boys and Girls4 th - 8 th grade travel teams for Boys and Girls*Tournament teams 4 th thru 12 th grade Boys and Girls
*AAU teams
*Men’s league age 30 + competitive and recreational
*Individual training
*Skills and Drills clinic by West Coach Bill Mitaritonna
*Fall Basketball Ccamp Hosted by Coach J.D. Walsh
*Coaches clinics
Cost $145.00 per player uniforms includedAdditional family player discountsIntramural program has 10 game schedule with playoffs
Travel program has a 7 or 12 game schedule with playoffs. All games have certified IAABO Referees
ALL RULES AND INFORMATION ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE WWW.DIXHILLSBASKETBALL.COM or call 631-777-8475 FAX 631-777-8552
Basketball Boot Camp
Our own Brian Huber will be part of the first rate team of coaches at Game 7's Basketball Boot Camps. The camps are intense "no frills, just skills" workouts for serious players. Space is limited to 35 Boot Campers of average to above average ability who are in solid basketball shape! Camp location in Rockville Centre at St. Agnes Gym: July 16th - July 20th for Grade 9-12 and July 30th - August 3rd for Grade 4-8 and in Long Beach: at Long Beach Catholic from July 9th - July 13th for Grade 6-12. All Boot Camps are 5:30pm to 8:30pm - Mon. - Fri. Cost is $215 For addl. Info. please email us at game7@optonline.net
Half Hollow Hills Youth League
HHH Youth Basketball is a designed to introduce younger children (1st and 2nd graders) to the game and provide enhanced instruction and games to children in grades 3-9 All participants play in every game. It’s a great experience for all involved and helps teach teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, friendship, discipline, loyalty, and pride. The league is designed with safety foremost in mind, and to maximize the fun of the game. PLEASE NOTE-SPECIAL GIRLS DIVISIONS-GRADES 3-5 AND 6-9 Practices will start in November. There will be 10 games plus playoffs (grades 3-8) running from mid November until early April. Games will be played at Five Towns College and other schools within the Half Hollow Hills School District. Games will be played on Sunday’s (typically after 12:30pm); times will vary.2007-08 League Details:
Grades 1-9-1st and 2nd graders will be instructional with “game like” rules (relaxed).
Draft: There will be a draft for all teams 3-9 grades.
Cost: $125.00 for players before August 1, 2007 There is a savings of 20% on any additional same family registrants. How to register: Mail Form and check to: HHH Youth Basketball League, 12 Waydale Dr,Dix Hills, NY 11746 Please make check out to: HHHYBL
Suffolk Basketball Association
Registration for the 2007-2008 season of the Suffolk County Basketball Association based in Selden has begun! REGISTER EARLY AND LOCK IN LAST SEASON FEES AS THERE WILL BE AN INCREASE IN PLAYER REGISTRATION FOR THE 2007-2008 SEASON! Fees: Competitive: $100.00, Non-Competitive ( Grades K through 3): $80.00 Also, coaches & officials wanted! If you are interested in being considered for a coaching position for the 2007 - 2008 season, please email SCBANY@SCBANY.COM REGISTER
Jack Agostino Team Camp
Southbay Sportsplex in Calverton is teaming up with Amityville's Hall of Fame Coach Jack Agostino again! Sign up your team forJack Agostino's Tournament of Champions Team Camp! JV Boys 7/14th - 15th , JV Girls 7/21st - 22nd, MS Boys 8/18th -19th and MS Girls 8/25th -26th. Learn from the best! Cost per player $50 Minimum 10 players per team REGISTER
Plainview Summer League
July & August, 2007 - Boys & Girls / 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade Summer League at St. Pius X in Plainview. League play begins Friday, July 6th All games will be weekdays 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 pm Register a team or if you are an individual player and need a team placement will be made. Registration deadline Friday, June 29th. 7 Games plus playoffs. Championship games in each age group. Top Administration and competition. Air Conditioned Gym! $850 league fee INCLUDES REFEREE FEES. One of the lowest league fees on Long Island Individual Registration fee is $85 REGISTRATION FLYER
LI Lightning Summer League
The Lightning 2007 Summer League will be offering a 10 game schedule plus playoffs. Registration fee of $995.00 includes all referee fees. Registration will be open to both boys and girls teams beginning from the 4th grade through High School Varsity. Grade is determined as of September 1, 2007. Games will begin the last week of June and continue until early September. MORE INFO
Shooting Clinic
There wil be a Focused Shooter shooting clinic presented by the Lakeview Lakers at Maurice Downing Elementary School in the Malverne School District Mon-Tues 6/04-6/05 from 5-7 pm for 4-6th graders and 7-9 pm for 7-10th graders. Fee is $60 REGISTER
Middle School Summer League
Center Island Sports, Inc. has a Boys Middle School Summer League - 10 game season with playoffs - starts in late June & runs to early August. The fee of $725 is all inclusive. Our court is a regulation NCAA size (88 x 50) with IABBO referees and scorers. Please call Eddie Morris at 631 467 2100 or call Doc at 631 291 5789 for more infomation. Center Island Sports, Inc. is located at 101 Union Ave., Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 We're conveinently located right off Exit 60 of the Long Island Expressway. Go to CenterIslandSports.com
Jack Agostino Clinic
Hall of Fame coach Jack Agostino of Amityville will be conducting a one day clinic at Southbay Sportsplex on Memorial Day weekend. This can't miss event will take place on Saturday, May 26th Cost is $50. Be ready to practice like a champion! High School Players: 8AM-11AM Junior High School Players: 12PM-3PM Elementary School Players: 4PM-7PM REGISTER
Rockville Centre Summer League
The Rockville Centre Recreation department is accepting registrations for their upcoming youth and adult summer leagues. Contact 516-766-8002 for info
10, 12 and 14U Tryouts
Reach One Teach One Basketball is having tryouts for their summer teams. We have roster spots available in the following age group for boys whose age, grade as of September 2006 were:
10 and Under, 4th grade-born on or after September 01, 1996 Grade exception: a player who is in the fourth grade and who was born on or after September 01, 1995. 12 and under, 6th grade - born on or after September 01, 1994. grade exception: a player who is in the sixth grade and who was born on or after September 01, 1992. 14 and under, 8th grade - born on or after September 01, 1992. Grade exception: a player who is in the eight grade and who was born on or after September 01, 1991. Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday May 7 thru May 30, 2007 Time: 7:00pm -9:00pm
Place: H.S. for Law Enforcement and Public Safety 116-25 Guy R Brewer Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11434
Future Hoops
Beginning Tuesday May 1st (for SIX Sessions) 4:00 pm TO 5:30 pm. (AGES 5 – 8 YRS) ALL PLAYERS (Boys & Girls) WELCOME ! Cost: $165.00 Contact: Coach Chris or Rosemary @ 516 292-4956 if any further questions.
Plainview Basketball Clinic
Coach Sonny will lead basketball clinics for first grade and kindergarten kids through 6th Grades (BOYS & GIRLS). The players will work on basic skill development including shooting, ball handling ,passing and FUN-DA-MENTALS. 5 week program cost $125 and you can start this Saturday (ENDS JUNE 16th).
BOYS KINDERGARTEN -First Grades 11:15 AM or 1:45 PM, BOYS 2nd -3rd Grades 12:45 PM, BOYS 4th – 6th Grades 11:45 AM, GIRLS K - 2nd Grades 11:15 PM, GIRLS 3rd - 5th Grades 12:15 PM. There will be age appropriate balls and baskets.* PRIVATE BASKETBALL INSTRUCTION AVAILABLE. Also we are anouncing our SUMMERr BASKETBALL CAMPS in Plainview. August 13th to 17th is for BOYS 4th - 6th grade - DAY / EVENING CAMP and August 20th to 24th for GIRLS - 4th - 6th grade - DAY / EVENING CAMP For Info contact Coach Sonny 516 779 9718 or info@plainviewbasketball.com or go to www.PlainviewBasketball.com.
Deer Park Summer League
Ss. Cyril & Methodius in Deer Park will be holding a Summer League for boys teams and girls teams in grades 5th, 6th, and 7th. The league will run from mid June through early August, with most games scheduled on Saturdays. The registration fee of $800 per team will cover all referee fees, a reversible jersey, scorekeeper and the season will consist of 6 games plus playoffs. All games will be played at Ss. Cyril's air-conditioned gym. If interested please contact Mike Gonzalez at (917) 705-5355 or email us at StCyrilCYO@yahoo.com. A deposit of $200 is required by May 18th in order to secure your teams' entry
Manhasset Allstars Champs Again
The Manhasset Allstars 15U team has repeated as Champs of the Western Suffolk League U.N.A.Y.O.
Congratulations to Coach Hector Henry and Lamont Eddins and players: Ethan Taylor, Brad Arthur, Marquis Posey, Eldon Khorshidi, Daniel Epstein Jasper Parker, Justin Wheeler, Chris Williams, Max Lundt.
T.U. 9 Seeks Tournaments
The Team Underrated U9 team is seeking local and Metro area tournaments for the spring and summer season. If you have any tournaments that are in our age bracket please contact Coach Matt at sfp65@yahoo.com or 516-445-9953.
Clinics at Southbay Sportsplex
Southbay Sportsplex in Calverton is offering a series of “old school” fundamentals basketball workshops for first and second graders, third through fifth graders, and sixth through eighth graders Wednesdays beginning April 4, from 5-6PM. Six week sessions, $90 per session. The clinics feature shooting, rebounding, pick and roll, defense, offense, dribbling, more. Call Anthony Parlato at (631) 953-6969 or visit www. southbaysport plex.com.
Second and Third Grade Clinic
Metro Sports is offering 5 weeks of clinics followed by 5 weeks of League play for 2nd and 3rd grade boys and girls. It's a new and innovative program to help young athletes have fun AND learn the game. The Spring Clinic /League will have 5 1 1/2 hour clinic sessions followed by 5 sessions of League play. Players will be separated into teams. Cost per participant is $125. All dates are Thursdays beginning April 12th. 5 - Clinic sessions / 5 session game league schedule. Clinic/League will be held at St. Pius X in Plainview. Air Conditioned Gym! Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:45 pm beginning April 12th, 2007.$125 per participant fee includes reversible uniform top. 40 total participants accepted. Registration on first come first serve basis REGISTER
Easter Tournament
Ss Cyril & Methodius in Deer Park will be holding an Easter Tournament for 7th Grade boys, 8th Grade boys, Tyro (9th/10th) Grade boys and 8th Grade Girls from April 9th thru April 15th Entry Fee $190 per team. Referee fees included. Each team guaranteed 2 games. Individual awards to 1st & 2nd place teams Team Trophies to 1st, 2nd & 3rd place teams. All- tournament Player award. MVP award to each team. Each player receives tournament t-shirt. All games at ss. Cyrils’ gym in Deer Park. For more information email: stcyrilcyo@yahoo.com or call Mike Gonzalez at (917) 705-5355
Spring Clinic
The Private School Class B Champion Upper Room Royals wil be holding a spring clinic on Mondays from April 2nd to May 28th in Dix Hills. It is for boys and girls K-12 and will be $100 per child. Registration is on Monday March 26th at the Royals Gym, 722 Deer Park Ave in Dix Hills. For Further Information call Coach Anderson @ (631) 242-5359 EXT.263
Roster Spots Available
Reach One Teach One Basketball AAU TRAVEL TEAMS still have roster spots available in the following age group for boys whose age, grade as of September 2006 were: 12 and under, 6th grade - born on or after September 01, 1994. grade exception: a player who is in the sixth grade and who was born on or after September 01, 1992. 15 and under, 9th grade - born on or after September 01, 1991. Grade exception: a player who is in the ninth grade and who was born on or after September 01, 1990. For information and questions contact Coach Norman Fisher 516 285-4505 or via the web: www.coachfisher1.com, email: coachfisher1@aol.com, rotobasketball@aol.com
Being A Successful Youth Coach
Liking kids has to be a priority. Your primary reason for coaching should be to help young people grow, mature and develop in to successful, well rounded and respected adults. Of course we all want to win, but if winning is the only thing that counts, you'll never have the pride and satisfaction that comes from your players succeed at life. GO TO Y-Coach
Youth Basketball Drills
First Time Youth Coach
Many coaches are parents, but the two roles should not be confused. As a coach you are responsible not only to yourself and your child, but also to the organization, all the players on the team, and their parents. GO TO Y-Coach
Teaching Fundamentals
The first fundamental to instill in young players is that basketball is a team game.......GO TO STORY @ NBA.com
Motivating Young Athletes
Training And Young Athletes
Should pre-adolescent kids lift weights or shouldn't they? Will it stunt their growth or increase their likelihood of future sporting success? Is growth plate damage a real concern or merely an exaggerated issue? This debate has raged on for years. Hopefully, this article will help clear up some of the concerns. GO TO FULL STORY @ Y-Coach.com
NCAA Youth Coaching Resources
Games Approach To Hoops
Can you recall learning a sport by playing with a group of your friends in the neighborhood? You didn't learn the basic skills first; there was no time for that. You began playing immediately. If you didn't know the basic things to do, your friends told you quickly during the game so they could keep playing. GO TO NCAA.org
Coaching Young Post Players
You don’t have to be tall to play the game of basketball, but every coach should learn to develop the tall young players in his program. The tall player who can move, play aggressive defense, is coordinated, has agility and mobility and know how to operate in the low post is a gem in any offensive system.
The Help Desk
Man To Man Defense
Tenents of good man to man team defense
Zone Defense
Basic pointers for zone defense
NBA Youth Coaches Guide
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13U Teams Looking For Guards
THE HALF HALLOW HILLS FURY AAU TEAM, 13U/ 7 TH GRADE IS LOOKING FOR TWO EXCEPTIONAL GAURDS, POSITION WISE EITHER COMBO OR POINT AND SHOOTER..THE TEAM PRACTICES IN DIX HILLS ON MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHTS..THE PROGRAM IS SPONSORED COVERING MANY EXPENSES,,,,THE TEAM IS COACHED BY FORMER CW POST AND HILLS WEST COACH BILL SISTI,,,CONTACT HIM AT ,,,coach32z@yahoo.com
Keep Playing Basketball All Year!
Do you want to keep playing basketball in the spring and summer? Here are some options:
1- Register in the Island Garden Spring League. It is comprised of an 8 game schedule that begins in mid-April and continues until the end of school in June;2- Consider playing AAU in the Spring. You can begin your own team and we will assist you with all the details. AAU is a series of weekend tournaments that are played throughout the New York Metropolitan area. It is designed for the teams who are able to compete at the middle or higher levels; 3- If you do not have a team for the Spring, FE Hoops will be fielding teams at all levels if there is sufficient interest. FE Hoops provides highly experienced coaches, full insurance, uniforms and a full Spring League schedule (8 games plus playoffs); 4- Register in our Summer League that begins play in late June and continues through August. Last year we played at Island Garden, SUNY Old Westbury and St. Dominic HS. Watch for details of our Summer League in April on this website;For further information on any of these options, please call Island Garden at 516-292-4956.
Future League Championship Day
The first Championship Day of the Future League Tournament was held and the Champions were:
12U Champion: Team Underrated
11U Champion: Team Underrated
10U Champion: Brentwood USA
The competition was terrific, and there were some great performances. We will have additional coverage and photos soon
CYO A Division Leaders a/o 12/29
8th Grade 7th Grade
7th Grade League: 5A2 League: 4A1
League: 4A1St. Bernard-7 (5-0-0)O L Victory-7 (4-0-0)
O L Victory-7 (4-0-0)Mary Immaculate-7 (5-0-0) St. Patrick-7 (4-0-0)
League: 5A1 League: 4A2
League: 4A2St. Gertrude-7 (4-0-0) St. Agnes-7 (2-0-0)
St. Agnes-7 (2-0-0)6th Grade 5th Grade
5th Grade League: 3A2 League: 1A1 -
League: 1A1 -O L Loretto-7 (3-0-0) O L Victory-7 (4-0-0)
O L Victory-7 (4-0-0) League: 3A1
St. Edward-7 (3-0-0)
St. Peter-7 (3-0-0)
Final Future League Standings
Here are the final regular season standings of Team Underrated's Future League:
HALF HOLLOW HILLS FURY (10u) 6-0
BRENTWOOD USA (10U) 4-1
TEAM UNDERRATED (10U) 4-2
POSITIVE DIRECTION (10U) 2-2
ST. JAMES-SETAUKET (10U) 2-3
TEAM SHAMROCK (10U) 1-4
DEER PARK SAINTS (10U) 0-6 _______________________________
TEAM UNDERRATED (11U) 6-0
POSITIVE DIRECTION (11U) 2-3
L I TROTTERS (11U) 2-3
ST.JAMES SETAUKET (11U) 2-4
GATEWAY SPORTS (11U) 1-4
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TEAM UNDERRATED (12U) 8-0
L I TROTTERS (12U) 5-1
RIVERSIDE (12U) 4-3
COAST 2 COAST (12U) 4-3
LAWMEN (12U) 3-3
L I ROAD RUNNERS(12U) 4-3
POSITIVE DIRECTION (12U) 1-4
BUNKY REID ALL-STARS (12U) 1-6
PUSH THE ROCK (12U) 0-6
Long Island Brings Home The Gold
Holden Collick (LWA), Zach Libresco (Wheatley), and Ben Resner (Harborfields) helped lead Team USA to the Gold Medal at the 2007-2008 Pan American Maccabi Games Junior Boys Basketball Championship. The 16U team was undefeated against competition from Argentina, Venezuela, Colombia, and, in the final, Canada. DETAILS
IG Holiday Tournament
The Howie Frajberg Memorial Holiday Tournament will begin on December 23 and continue December 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30th at the Island Garden. There will be separate divisions for both boys and girls from Grades 4 through 10 depending on the skill level. Every player will receive a shirt compliments of Mercury Sports and winners of each division will be awarded individual trophies. Contact Jim Fox at 516-292-4956 for registration information.
CYO Sanctioning Workshops
Coaches & Assistant Coaches in grades 1-12 who have never attended a Coaches Workshop, must attend one of the upcoming Workshops. The workshops, conducted by members of the Molloy faculty & CYO office staff, will be held on the following dates:
Wednesday, September 26, 2007, St. Joseph Parish Gym, 1346 Broadway, Hewlett 8:00 pm
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Molloy College (Reception Room-Kellenberg Hall) 9 am
Wednesday, October 3, 2007. St. Joseph Travis Hall, 59 Church Street, Kings Park. 8:00 pm
Thursday, October 25, 2007 St. Matthew (St. Jude/St. Joseph Room). 35 North Service Road, Dix Hills 7:30 pm
Wednesday, November 7, 2007, St. Isidore School
622 Pulaski Street, Riverhead 7:30 pm
Garden City Registration
Garden City Basketball 2007-2008 Registration is underway. Please visit www.gardencitybasketball.org to register for the 2007-2008 season. The focus of Garden City Basketball is our intramural program. Our greater mission is to provide a wonderful experience for all of our participants so that a love of the life long game of basketball will be nurtured and grow.
The intramural program is held in the St. Paul's Field House. We offer:
* Clinics for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade Boys & Girls
* Boys intramurals for the 3rd through the 6th grade
* Girls intramurals for the 3rd through the 7th grade
* Boys intramural “Friday Night Lights” for the 7th through the 9th grade
* Boys & Girls 3rd Grade and higher weeknight clinics
* A variety of special events
Our intramural program runs from the middle of November and through the middle/end of March. “Friday Night Lights - Streetball” is our Boys 7th/8th/9th Grade program that is held in town on Friday Nights. All of our other programs have their games on Saturday. Garden City Basketball was created to provide the youth of Garden City with an organization that is solely dedicated to the sport of basketball. Garden City Basketball is a New York State non-profit tax-exempt organization. We are proud members of the AAU, the Jr. NBA, and the Jr. WNBA. Our membership and acceptance of these world-class basketball organizations demonstrates our commitment to following their philosophy, principles, values, and our mission of promoting basketball for the children of Garden City. We believe that Garden City Basketball has the vision, dedication, and sets the standard for youth basketball in the village of Garden City. Surf our site and signup today!
Jr NBA Summer League Finals
The champions have been crowned in the first Nassau Ballaz JR NBA Summer League at Centennial Park in Roosevelt. It was a battle between New York City and Long Island with two exciting games in both the 10's and 12's division. In the 10's division Christian Giles scored 4 points in the fourth quarter to lead his Elmhurst Ballhoggs team to a 32-28 victory over BYA of Brentwood. Marlon Alcindor was tournament MVP. In the 12's, the Long Island Lightning edged NYC Panthers 37-36 in overtime. Romario Williams scored on a put back with five seconds on the clock to send the game into overtime for the Lightning. Williams, tournament MVP, scored a game high 18 points and added 10 rebounds and 5 blocks.
Center Moriches Takes SouthbayCenter Moriches, Mercy, Shoreham Wading River, and Bayport Porters advanced to the Semifinals of the Scouthbay Sportsplex Middle School Summer League, with Center Moriches and Bayport advaancing to the the finals. In the title game, CM pulled out a 72-62 victory. Myles Bell was named MVP.
2007 CYO CHAMPIONS
The CYO Playoffs have wrapped up, and here are this years champions:
5A - Our Lady of Snow-7, Blue Point
5B - St. Mary - 1, East Islip
5C - St. Martin- 2 , Amityville
6A - St. Agnes - 8, Rockville Centre
6B - St. Patrick - 1 , Huntington
6C - St. Isidore - 1, Riverhead
7A - St. Rose - 7, Massapequa
7B - St. Hugh - 1, Huntington
7C - St. Elizabeth Ann - 1, Ronkonkoma
8A - St. Martin - 7, Amityville
8B - O.L. Grace - 1, Babylon
8C - St. Vincent - 1, Elmont
JV C (TYRO)- O.L. Mercy - 1, Hicksville
HS B (SENIOR)- St. Aidan - 1, Williston Park
HS C (SENIOR)- St. Agnes - 2, Rockville Center
'07 Suffolk PAL Champions
The PAL's Suffolk County League 2007 Championships were held and brought to a close another terrific year of first rate basketball action. Teams from all over the county participated, and this years winners were:
1992 Division: Central Islip
1993 Division: Central Islip
1994 Division: BYA (Brentwood)
1995 Division: Central Islip
1996 Division: Running Rebels
Needless to say, the high school and middle school coaches at CI have a lot to look forward to!
'07 Super League Champions
This year's Island Garden Super League Champions were:
Boys 4th Grade East - Plainview PAL
Boys 4th Grade West - HHH Heller
Boys 5th Grade East - LI Northstars
Boys 5th Grade D3 - Martin de Porres
Boys 6th Grade D1 - Fast Break
Boys 6th Grade D2 - Syosset Rottkamp
Boys 6th Grade D3 - Bellmore Merrick
Boys 7th Grade D1 - Pro Response Pythons
Boys 7th Grade D2 - St.Bernard
Boys 7th Grade D3 - St.Barnabas Elassel
Boys 8th Grade D1 - Hersh
Boys 8th Grade D2 - Jericho Hughes
Boys 8th Grade D3 - GCAA Raphael
Boys Junior Varsity - Rising Stars
Fall Clinic In Brentwood
Coming for Fall/Winter 2006 Metro Clinics for Boys and Girls grades 3rd through 8th grade. Two six week clinic sessions beginning in November $75 per player - family/group rates available. Clinics will be Saturdays - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm at Brentwood Recreation Center. Registration flyer will be available by August 31st For information on all clinics please contact:
Charlene De Castro - metroleague@silverbullets.org
Columbus Day 3 on 3 Tournament
Center Island Sports is hosting a 3 on 3 Columbus Day Tournament.. Cost is $80 per team. Divisions 12U and up. Games October 7th thru 9th Registration deadline Sept 1st. Call 631-467-2100 to register.
Lightning 4th Grade Tryouts
Tryouts will be held for Long Island Lightning Goodman/Rasco on September 13 and 14 at Island Garden at 7:30 pm for 4th grade only for the 2006/2007 Super League season with the possibility of continuing with the team during the AAU season in the Spring of 2007. Contact Coach Goodman at fbglaw1@optonline.net
Lightning Summer Playoffs
In the 6/7 Grade Boys Division, the finals had two Lightning teams facing off. The teams headed by Chris Craig and Maurice Barbera had faced off during the regular season and had split. We expected that this game was going to be closely contested and well coached and it was just that! The lead changed hands several times in the first half and the score at halftime was 21-20 in favor of Lightning-Barbera. The Craig team scored on a three pointer on the first play of the second half and never lost the lead again. The game remained very close for most of the final half until the Lightning - Craig team pulled away in the final minute. The score was 55-42 but that in now way indicated what really took place during this well played, close game. The leading scorers were John Tomasini with 23 points for the Lightning -Craig squad while Bobby Atkinson led Lightning- Barbera with 12 points. Congratulations to Chris Craig and his fine squad on a great summer season. Coach Criag has now won back to back championships in the Lightning Summer League but with different teams. Last year his 17U Lightning team were crowned the Champions in both the Summer and Fall Leagues. In the 8th Grade Boys Division, the game was equally exciting. Long Island Lightning - Zoller burst out to an 11-1 lead but Seaford Lightning answered back with a 20-0 run. Seaford maintained its lead and was ahead at the half 32-22. The Lightning Zoller team went on an 8-0 run early in the second half to pull within 4 of Seaford but that would be as close as they would get. Seaford had outstanding inside-outside play that was too much for the Lightning. Seaford won the game 59-54. High scorers were Mike Siller for Seaford with 20 points and Rich Zoller had 17 for the Lightning. One final note - this was a terrific accomplishment for Coach Al Siller of Seaford considering that last year his squad finished in last place. Congratulations to Coach Siller and his Seaford Lightning team.
Tickets For L.I. Pro Team On Sale
The Strong Island Sound today announced that season and multi-game fun paks for the upcoming 2006-2007 American Basketball Season have gone on sale. Fans can purchase season and fun pak multi game tickets for all 18 home games by going to strongislandsound.com and clicking on the tickets icon. A small fee will be charged for tickets purchased through the Internet. Ticket prices for the 2006-2007 regular season will range from $6.00 (students and seniors) to $10.00 per seat per game. Home games are played at Suffolk Community College and the season begins November 10th.
Metro AAU Has Great Year
The New York Metropolitan AAU sent a total of 53 teams to compete in AAU National Championship Tournaments throughout the country this summer. This is the highest number of teams ever to represent our region in the AAU National Championships. In addition to the number of teams participating, our success this year is unprecedented. We had three National Champions with S. Carter Elite capturing the 14U D1 crown, the Long Island Lightning winning the 12U D1 Tournament and the Riverside Hawks capturing the 10U D2 title. The New York Gauchos finished third in the D1 10 U while the Westchester Hawks came in fourth in the 16U Division l competition. Our success continued in the 15U Division l Tournament with the New York Gauchos coming in sixth in Division I. Venom Sports finished ninth in the 16U Division ll Tournament. Finally, Long Island Lightning captured the 11U Division ll National Classic Championship. We congratulate all these teams on their significant accomplishments and extend our appreciation to them for representing New York in such an outstanding manner.
St. Anthony's Finishes 17- 0
St. Anthony's of East Northport topped off a perfect 17- 0 season by capturing the 2006 5th Grade CYO B Division Championship with a 43-39 win over St. Agnes of Rockville Center. Matt Smith and Phil Dennis led the way in scoring, while John Trainor, John Glancy and Luke Petrasek chipped in with outstanding defensive efforts. Colin Jennings, Kenny Rosenbach, Mike Gilmor, Willie Maier, Conor MacDevitt and Sam Goldstein all made significant contributions throughout the season and playoffs as well. St. Anthony's also won the St. Bernard Christmas Tournament this season
6th Grade Tryouts In Plainview
The Long Island Red Dragons will be holding tryouts for 6th graders September 11th and 12th from 7:30 to 9pm. Tryouts for 7th, 8th and 9th grade teams will be at a later date. For more information, call 516-998-6080
Youth Instructional League
There will be a fall youth instructional league at Center Island Sportsfor in Ronkonkoma for boys and girls ages 6-8 . The cost is $60.00. It will be on Thursdays from 6:00pm-8:00pm for 5 weeks. Call 467.2100 to register
Future Hoops At Island Garden
The Future Hoops program for boys and girls ages 5-8 gets underway at The Island Garden in West Hempstead on September 19th. There will be 6 Tuesday sessions from 4 to 5:30pm. Cost is $150 REGISTER
3rd Grade Super League Tryouts
Tryouts will be held on Sept. 13 & 14, 2006 at the Island Garden. They are for boys in 3rd grade only for the 2006/2007 school year. The team will play in the Island Garden Basketball Super League. Some of the boys may continue on a Long Island Lightning Spring AAU team. Most Super League games will be played at IGB located in West Hempstead. Participation on prior teams is not required but candidates must have an understanding of the rules and basic skills. Tryouts both days will begin at 6 pm.Contact Coach Eiber: searington@aol.com.
2006 SUFFOLK PAL Champions
PAL divisions are based on year of birth
1991 Division : North Babylon
1992 Division : Longwood
1993 Division : Bayport
1994 Division : North Babylon
1995 Division : St. Matthews
2006 CYO A Division Champions
8th Gr : St. Mary's, East Islip
7th Gr : St. Martin, Amityville
6th Gr : St. Martin, Amityville
5th Gr : St. Anne, Garden City
2006 CYO B Division Champions
Tyro : St. Cyril, Deer Park
8th Gr : Holy Family, Hicksville
7th Gr : St. Mark, Shoreham
6th Gr : Notre Dame, New Hyde Park
5th Gr : St. Anthony's, East Northport
2006 CYO C Division Champions
Tyro : St. Joseph, Hewlett
8th Gr : St. Lawrence, Sayville
7th Gr : St. Joseph, Hewlett
6th Gr : St. Patrick, Smithtown
5th Gr : St. Aloysius, Great Neck
Coaches Clinic At Island Garden
A coaches clinic will be held at The Island Garden on SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH. Some of the top college coaches in the country who hail from Long Island will be returning to the area to present a the clinic from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The coaches who have already committed to speak are (in alphabetical order): Jim Ferry of LIU, Paul Hewitt of Georgia Tech, Bob McKillop of Davidson, Tom Pecora of Hofstra, and Jeff Ruland of Iona. They will be joined by Becky Hammon, All Star Guard of the New York Liberty . REGISTER
Coaches Clinic
The 25th Annual Basketball Coaches Association of New York Fall Clinic will be held on Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7, 2006 in Albany, NY.Skip Prosser of Wake Forest and Long Island's Bob McKillop of Davidson are early commitments to speak. Clinic fee is $65.00 pre-registration and $75.00 at the door. Subtract $10.00 if you are a BCANY member. REGISTER
Get Ready At Island Garden
If you want to get ready for the upcoming season, you can do it two ways at The Island Garden. First, their HS and JV Preseason Leagues start September 18th. Sign your team up now to be sure of a spot. REGISTER Then starting September 19th, they also offer a preseason conditioning and skills development program. INFO
Super League Registration
Long Island's premier basketball league gets under way in November. Register your team now to assure yourself of a spot. INFORMATION REGISTER
Back To School Tournament
St. Mary's HS in Manhasset is having their annual back to school tournament from Sept 15-17 for ages 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U, and 15U. All CYO, JHS, travel and AAU teams are invited. This is a great way to get ready for your upcoming seasons as well as competing in a high quality tournament. Entry fee is $350, referee fees included and all teams are guaranteed 3 games. Mulitple team discounts granted. For all inquires about the tournament please contact head coach Robert Jones at robjones167@yahoo.com or 646-591-3293.
Rockville Centre Registration
The Rockville Centre Basketball League, welcomes all student-athletes in grades 3 through 12 to participate in its upcoming season. Registration will be held on Thursday, September 14, from 7 to 9 p.m., Saturday, September 16, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Tuesday, September 19, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the South Side Middle School lobby, and at Kids Fest, on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Recreation Center.
Half Hollow Hills Fury Tryouts
The travel program for the Half Hollow Hills Fury will be conducting tryouts on 9/19, 9/21 and 9/26 for travel leagues, tournaments and Superleague. There will be teams for boys 4th-8th grade and girls 5th-7th grade. Please e-mail Dave Hauser at david@hausernet.com for specific details about date, time and location.The tryouts are being conducted by professional trainers.
St. Pat's Summer Champs
St. Patrick's of Huntington won the Smithtown Summer Basketball League 5th Grade Championship against a team representing Good Shepard of Holbrook in a thrilling 4 point victory. Saint Pat's went 9-1 and avenged their only loss in the championship game. Pictured above celebrating are Frank Stubbolo, Koy Spivey, Mike Dischmann, Kevin Kasprzak, Thomas Waldron, Mike Heagerty, JT Caputo and Lucas Jaklitsch. Missing from picture are John Shea, Riley Spehler and Alex Castillo.
Basketball Clinic in Plainview
The Plainview Basketball Club is conducting an 11 week fall basketball clinic for boys and girls grades1 - 6 on Sunday afternoons. Cost :$195 + a $50 RIBS Fee (Registration, Insurance, basketball shirt) There will also be Winter (January - April) and Spring Clinics. Mention Long Island Basketball.com and receive $30 discount if you register before September 15 ! Email: info@plainviewbasketball.com Phone : 516 779 9718
Pre-Season Basketball School
Brian Carey's Shooters School is offering a preseason clinic for a limited number of middle school, jv and varsity players at Long Island Lutheran HS. There will be 4 sessions starting October 1st. Enrollment strictly limited to 60 serious players. For more information, call 516-626-1100 or go to www.LuHi.com.
National Free Throw Contest
The Massapequa Elks Club is having their annual Hoop Shoot free throw shooting contest on Saturday Nov 11 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Fairfield School in Massapequa. The contest is open to boys & girls ages 8-13. Winners advance through local, district, state, regional and national levels . Finalists names are inscribed in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.Please contact Dan McCann at either---DANDYBEAR60@AOL.com or call-516-433-8096. To be eligible contestants must be ages 8-13 by April 1,2007
CYO Sanctioning Workshop
If you have NOT already attended, beginning September 23, CYO of Nassau & Suffolk will be implementing a “Coaches Sanctioning Workshop” for all new coaches in grades 3-8 Attendance is MANDATORY. The last one is Thursday, October 5 at St. Ignatius School, 129 Broadway, Hicksville from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm For additional information, please contact Rese Sangirardi … 516-433-1145 x12
Individuals For Super League
Due to the demand, The Island Garden will allow individual players to register and will put together teams to play in this years Super League. Tryouts will be in mid-October at Island Garden.They will attempt to have teams for each grade (4th through 10th) for both boys and girls.If you have additional questions, please call Jim Fox at Island Garden (516-292-4956) REGISTER
8th Grade Tip-Off Tournament
Holy Trinity High School will be hosting an 8th grade Tip-Off Tournament Saturday Oct. 7th - Sunday Oct. 8th for boys and girls. For information and registration Contact Bob Rogers at 34sports@optonline.net
Nassau PAL To The Rescue!
The Nassau County PAL has been serving the youth of Long Island since 1940 and has been an important part of so many kids lives since then. PAL basketball in particular has been the starting point for many of Long Island's top players and a source of fond memories for all of us that have participated. In that same spirit, the Nassau County PAL is coming through for us again. This year, they graciously contributed the uniforms for the Nassau County Team that participated in the Coaches For A Cause All Star Game against Suffolk County. With austerity the rule of the day, it couldn't have been more timely or more appreciated. On behalf of the Nassau County Coaches Association, the players of Nassau County and all their families and fans, we'd like to say thanks for the uniforms and thanks for everything you've done for our children for all these years.
MAKE A DONATION TO NASSAU COUNTY PAL
New Leagues In Half Hollow Hills
The newly formed Dix Hills Basketball Association Inc. will be offering both Intramural and Travel programs for boys and girls ranging from Kindergarten to 12th grade and a men's league as well. All games and practice sessions will take place in Half Hollow Hills School district gym's. To register or get more information,
Upper Room Royals Fall Clinic
The Upper Room Royals Basketball Program, based in Dix Hills, will be conducting a Fall Basketball Clinic in their new gym on Mondays starting October 2nd. It is for boys and girls from K thru 12th grade. Cost $100. Registration deadline Sept 25th. MORE INFORMATION
Rockets 9th Grade Champs
The Rockville Centre Rockets coached by Brian McEvoy and Orlando Copper won the 9th grade summer league championship in Rockville Centre. The team comprised of Orlando Cooper Jr., Dave Nelson, Terrance Murchie, TJ Winters, Leon Taylor, Anthony Tartamella, Dimitri Blanchard, Mike Snead, Kenny Coyle, Kyle Pacheco, and Brian McEvoy Jr. Team went 9-1 during the season.
St. Pat's Rockville Centre Champs
The St. Patrick's of Huntington 6th Grade Boys Basketball team won both the regular season title and tournament championship in the Rockville Centre Summer League. After completing the regular season with a record of 7-1, they defeated Garden City in the playoffs and then avenged their only loss of the season by defeating Baldwin 25-14. "It was a total team effort" said coaches John Shepherd and John Kiernan.
Play At Halftime Of D1 Game
Would you be interested in having your youth team play at halftime of a Division I college basketball game? The Stony Brook Athletic Department would like to invite your youth team to play on the same court as the Seawolves! Bring your team out to the Indoor Sports Complex to experience Stony Brook Athletics! Stony Brook Athletics prides itself on interactive, family fun at all of the Seawolves home games. Not only will your youth team experience the excitement of a basketball game, but they have the opportunity to be part of the action by playing at halftime! Reduced price game tickets are available for your group! Mens and Womens game schedules are available on our webpage at www.goseawolves.org Please contact us if you have any questions about scheduling this exciting opportunity for your players, coaches and parents. The phone number is 631-632-9556. We hope to hear from you soon.
Preseason Pick-Up Games
There will be supervised pick-up games on Tuesdays for both boys and girls from the Northport, East Northport, Elwood and Harborfields School Districts. Middle school games will be from 6:00 - 7:30pm and High School games from 7:30 - 9pm. All games are at the Elwood Middle School. Contact Rosemarie Wider at RosemarieWider@ydaonline.org for more information.
Massapequa PAL Registration
There will be a final, late registration date for the Massapequa PAL Basketball program It will be held at the Police Activity League - Massapequa Unit office located at 510 Parkside Blvd. (northeast corner of the Massapequa train station) on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. The program has a Line Basketball Division for Boys and Girls in kindergarten and first grade and separate girls and boys divisions for grades 2 - 12. Basketball is played December through February. The late registration fee is $85.
Port Washington PAL
Evaluations and registration for Port Washington PAL basketball will be held as follows: 3rd and 4th Grade Basketball - Saturday Nov. 18 Noon - 1 p.m. At Weber
Fee: $120. 5th and 6th Grade Basketball - Saturday Nov. 18 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. At Weber Gym Fee: $120. Volunteer coaches, as well as sponsors are always welcome. Games Saturdays starting, Dec≥ 2, and one practice during the week (to be determined). Questions can be directed to Dave Powers or Steve Panzik at
PAL11050@yahoo.com or 516-883-1266
Back to Basics Fall Clinics
Two preseason basketball clinics will be held on Oct 27th and Oct 28th at St. Philip Neri gym in Northport. Boys and girls grades 1 to 8. Sessions run from 4pm to 8:30pm. Cost is $70 per session, which includes dinner. Enrollment limited to 60 players. Register beforehand at 3:45pm or by mail. For more information call 754-7529. GO TO FORM
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Plainview Club Travel Teams
The Plainview Basketball Club is looking to open 3 new travel teams ( Grades 3, 4 and 5) who will play in the Superleague. Registration is open to Plainview -Old Bethpage residents only and the players must also attend the Plainview Basketball Clinic lead by Coach Sonny. Info at www.plainviewbasketball.com or by phone 516-779-9718
Record Setting Year For CYO
The Nassau/Suffolk CYO boys season gets underway Friday, November 17th with a record setting 720 teams participating from grades 3 to 8. That includes two new parishes: St. Andrew in Sag Harbor and St. Anne's in Brentwood. The High School program is winding down, with Championship Sunday scheduled for November 19. Our Lady of Mercy leads the Senior Division's League 1 with an 8-1 record, while Infant Jesus is tops in League 2, going 9-1 on the season. In League 3, its St. Rose at 9-1.
Free Youth Coaches Clinic
One of America's foremost experts on youth sports - former NBA player and part time NBA scout Bob Bigelow - will conduct a free clinic entitled "How To Coach Youth basketball". It is sponsored by the PAL and will be held at Baker Hill Elementary Gymnasium in Great Neck on Wednesday, Nov. 29th from 7:30 to 9:30pm. It is open to all youth coaches. Coach Bigelow co-authored the book "Just Let The Kids Play" and has conducted over 1000 basketball clinics. It's hands on, so dress appropriately
Coaches And Instructors Needed
A newly formed not-for-profit corporation Reach One Teach One Basketball, Inc seeks volunteer Coaches and fundamental skills camp instructors. We at Reach One Teach One Basketball, Inc. take great pride in the quality of our coaching staff. Our plan has always been to a select group of dedicated and competent coaches who love the game and want to be an important part of it. For consideration contact us via the web at www. coachfisher1 .com or email to ROTOBasketball @ aol
.com or call Mr. Norman A. Fisher, Jr. or Mr. Frankie
Mickens at 516-285-4505. You must be experienced
and available to coach all year round or from April thru
August for AAU teams. You must respond no later than
November 15, 2006. Reach One Teach One Basketball,
Inc. plays games on a year-round basis. We offer
fundamental skills camps, AAU basketball and
individual instruction for boys and girls grades 3rd thru
9th. We offer top level, highly competitive basketball.
Suffolk County Basketball League
The basketball season is nearing and the 2007 PAL Suffolk Countywide Basketball League will be getting underway soon. We will post further information to our website: www.suffolkcountypal.org. Click on the PAL Countywide Basketball link. A coaches meeting is planned for Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at 6:30pm, Central Islip PAL office on NYIT campus. If you are planning to participate, please email us as soon as possible the age group you would like to register. Our upcoming divisions are for those born in 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993 and 1992. Again, more information will be provided to you at a later date. Also last year we were trying for a girls league in addition to our regular league. Once again, this will be developed based on interest. Should you have questions, please call the PAL hotline (631) 853-7993 or e-mail us at SCPALBL@aol.com.
GCAA Intramural Basketball
The GARDEN CITY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION offers INTRAMURAL basketball for all grades. Boys and girls. No experience necessary. Start up date is December 2nd and the program runs until March 17th. If you have not signed up, please do so soon Our youth clinics will be closed shortly due volume. Grade coordinators will be posted on our website shortly. Any of your questions can be promptly answered by these individuals or email the GCAA or Chris DeSantis at cmd144@aol.com. If you are not registered, go to our website
Thanksgiving 3 on 3 Tournament
The Fourth Annual Jump Start Foundation Charity 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will be held Saturday, November 25, 2006, 9 am to 3 pm, ages 9 to 99. Proceeds will benefit the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Mercy Medical Center. INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
Team BAM In Glen Cove
Team B.A.M. is holding registration for boys and girls ages 10 thru 15 who are interested in playing basketball. The program starts November 2006 thru March 2007. Registration is November 02, 2006, from 6pm to 8pm at First Baptist Church, 7 Continental Place, Glen Cove, NY 11542 For Information Contact Coach Frankie Mickens 516-765-1831
AAU Tryouts For New Program
Reach One Teach One Basketball is having tryouts for boys and girls teams starting at the 3rd grade/9U level and going up to 9th grade/15U. Grades 7 thru 9 will be held Mondays and Wednesdays starting November 6th at Landing Elementary School 60 Mcloughlin St Glen Cove and grades 4 thru 6 will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 9th at Public School 38, 135-21 241st Street, Rosedale, NY. For information and questions contact Coach Norman A Fisher @ (516) 285-4505 or Coach Frankie Mickens @ (516) 671-4020 or via the web: www.coachfisher1.com, email: coachfisher1@ aol.com, rotobasketball@aol.com
FOR AGE RESTICTIONS GO TO THE AAU PAGE.
Plainview Winter Registration
Plainview Basketball Club Winter registration has started. The session starts January 6, meets Saturdays for 10 weeks is open to boys and girls KINDERGARTEN to 6th Grade. Boys and girls practice separately and each age group has their own group. This is your child's chance to really learn and work on their game led by a professional coach. The players will work on
basic skill development including shooting, ball handling, passing, rebounding,and footwork, and will play full court basketball games with age appropriate balls and baskets. Volunteer Coaches and sponsors are welcome. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork, sportmanship and positive participation in a fun and rewarding manner. Coach Sonny will use Video presentations from time to time. This program is open to Plainview Old bethpage residents.For more information call Plainview basketball Club at 516 779 9718 or
email: info@plainviewbasketball.com or
visit: www.plainviewbasketball.com
Individual Instruction
Coach Sonny from the Plainview Basketball Club will be giving 1on1 basketball instruction for High School Varsity, JV, Middle School Team players or any other players on various Travel teams / preparing tryouts. Priority will be given to Plainview Old Bethpage Players. For more info: 516 779 9718 or www.plainviewbasketball.com
or email sonny@plainviewbasketball.com
GCAA Open Play Basketball
The Garden City Atletic Association will be having open play basketball FOR 7TH - 8TH - 9TH - 10th BOYS Sat. Dec 16th and January 6th - from 6:00-7:30pm at St Pauls
Contact dkmontgome@aol.com if you're interested.
Special Needs Basketball Clinic
District 29 Challenger Division Special Needs Basketball Clinic (residents and non-residents) starts on Saturday, January 13 th from 1:00 - 2:30 at the Garden City Middle School (entrance for gymnasium in bus circle on Cherry Valley Ave.) All disabilities welcome (girls and boys). Contact Sue at 489-1621 or Liz at 313-3984/328-8490 for further information or just show up and register - it’s never too late to register (no fee - jerseys will be provided). Must wear sneakers!!
We’re always looking for volunteers to help out (teenagers and adults)!!!
Rising Stars AAU Tryouts
The Rising Stars AAU program is looking to have 2 teams play out of Dix Hills in the U12 (6th/7th Grade). Teams will partake in 5 tournaments and some local travel leagues. Teams are professionally trained and coached with emphasis on individual improvement and team play.Please contact Dave Hauser for details about the time and place for tryouts.: david@hausernet.com
Suffolk County League Schedules
The PAL's Suffolk County League, which begins play in early January, has posted team schedules.
Annual Elks Hoop Shoot
The North Shore Lodge's competition for the 34th Annual Elks Hoop Shoot, the national free throw shooting contest for youngsters aged 8 through 13, will be held at Weber Middle School on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007. Registration is at 10:30 am, followed immediately by the competition.
BYA Looking For Games
The Brentwood Youth Activities Program in Brentwood Long Island is a program on the rise and is looking for opportunities to play basketball against good competition. We will be hosting and willing to travel to tournaments and Leagues in the metro area. We have 14,13,12 and 11 year old teams and girls as well. Send us an email at ce11706@aol.com and let us know what you have going on and you will receive an e-mail from us about anything we have going on. Thank you for your time - Coach Claude Ellis.
Sign Up For Holiday Tournament
The 21st Annual St. Bernard's Boys Christmas Basketball Tournament will be held starting Tuesday December 26th through Sunday December 31st. Great fun and great competition in the 4th through 8th grade divisions. All CYO, Superleague and AAU teams are invited to enter. Cost of the tournament is $125 with two games guaranteed. All games are played at St. Bernard's Parish Gym located at 3100 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown. There are a limited number of spots available and they are closing fast. For further information or to register please contact Bill Beiersdorfer @ 516-728-6321 or via email mail to:WFBBOSSMAN@aol.com
Knicks Tickets
We can get you Knicks tickets for your team or youth group for $20 a piece if you can put together a group of 20 or more people. Let us know ASAP if you are interested. KNICKSTICKETS
Plainview Basketball Tryouts
The Plainview Basketball Club will hold TRY OUTS for travel teams on March 10 3:15 at Mattlin Gym .
Grades Fourth(4) through Eighth(8) *** BOYS & GIRLS (separate) Open to Plainview Old Bethpage residents only Try out fee is $12 for preregistered players and $15 at the door.Plainview Basketball Club has year round basketball activities (from KINDERGARTEN )
Pre register @ www.plainviewbasketball.com email info@plainviewbasketball.com for questions call Coach Sonny 516 779 9718
Super League Coaches Clinic
The Island Garden is offering a clinic for novice coaches where the basic structure of leading a team will be covered in detail. Topics will include practice organization, basic defenses, offensive strategies, special plays, substitution patterns and skill development. Bob Paul, a coach of Chaminade High School and also one of the top Lightning AAU coaches, will conduct the training sessions.
Island Garden Tournament
Dec 26th through Dec 31st, 2006. All Ages--Boys & Girls. 3 Game Guarantee [POOL PLAY] Pool Winners Advance to Championship Round Individual Awards for Champions GREAT COMPETITION AT ALL LEVELS
COST: $275.00 includes referee fees MORE INFO
PlayThrough Pain? Not for Kids
The Washington Post has an interesting article about concussions and young athletes. ARTICLE
Details About St. Matthews
On July 15, 2006 St. Matthews pastor, Rev. John J. McCartney, made the difficult decision to cancel the existing athletic program after the District Attorney’s Office began a criminal investigation of the administration of the athletic program’s funds. That weekend, as he announced the closing of the old program, he also announced the opening of a new program under the direct supervision of the parish. This announcement was met with applause at every mass. Fr. McCartney appointed an athletic board comprised of seven members of the parish to help form a new athletic program for the children. Since that time, St. Matthew’s has gone forward and has begun to implement a new basketball program for the 2006/2007 season. They have registered girls and boys teams in the Nassau - Suffolk CYO travel leagues, and they are also offering an intramural program for boys and girls in grades 2 through 8. So far, there are more than 250 children, and more than 30 coaches. The program is indeed alive and well. The parish is grateful to the many people who are volunteering their time to make this program be a great experience for our children.
Lightning Developmental League
The Long Island Lightning is offering a developemental league for players not willing or able to commit to a full AAU schedule. DETAILS REGISTER
Suffolk County League All-Stars
The PAL's Suffolk County League will hold their mid-season All-Star Games on Sunday, Feb 11th. In addition to games for every age gruop, there will a 3 point shooting contest and other great competitions.
Nassau Ballaz Looking For Games
The Nassau Ballaz youth teams, ages 12-under/6th grade, 10-under/4th grade and 8-under, are looking for exhibition games for the months of January and February preferably on weekends. We are willing to play and travel to any CYO, AAU, or community teams. E-mail coach Darryl Burgess at shabazz1168@aol.com if interested. Thank you.
Want to Coach Basketball?
As part of Basketball Coaches Association of New York's Professional Development efforts, board member Pat Cauley has put together a new booklet for individuals who are just starting out in the profession. Coach Cauley has coached on all levels at one time or another and is in his 10th year as the Boys Varsity Coach at Hamburg HS. Email Dave Archer, BCANY, Ex. Director and a copy will be emailed to you. DArcher@stny.rr.com.
Holiday Clinic with Tim Cleuss
From Dec 26th to Dec 29th. CAMP DIRECTOR – TIM CLUESS ! Tim is presently the Head Men’s Basketball coach at CW Post College. This camp is a great opportunity to work directly with one of the top coaches in the New York area. It will be an outstanding week of basketball with emphasis on basketball fundamentals, development of shooting skills and game playing. BOYS & GIRLS - GRADES: 3RD THRU 8TH - COST: $225.00 MORE INFO
Fundamental Skills Camp
CoachFisher1.com, Inc. presents the 3rd Annual Reach One Teach One Fundamental Skills Camp a program to be held November 2006 thru June 2007. We are currently accepting registration, the application can be downloaded from our web site at www.coachfisher1 . com or register in person Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:45pm at Public School 38, 135-21 241st Street, Rosedale, NY 11422. The program is for boys and girls, grades 2 thru 9 and players of all skill level, this is extremely helpful to a student athlete who wishes to advance in our AAU program. For more information or if you have any questions contact Coach Norman A Fisher, Jr. at (516) 285-4505, Coach Frankie Mickens at (516) 671-4020, Coach Gene Vignola (718) 772-6405
3 on 3 Tournament For Cancer
The best 3 on 3 teams on Long Island will be battling it out at the Top Gun 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament to be held at North Shore High School the weekend of MARCH 24 & 25 2007. The tournament benefits the JAYS WORLD CHILDHOOD CANCER FOUNDATION. Open to boys, girls, men, and women ages 8 to 60+ . The participants will play 4 minute games plus playoffs. Although this is a two day tournament each age group plays all their games on the same day in 4 to 5 hours. The donation to enter a 4 player team is $150.00. All players get a Top Gun T-Shirt and the first and second place finishers in each division get trophies.
Players Needed
A Long Island Lightning 14U Boys (Eighth Grade) team that has just formed, is looking to fill a few vacancies. If interested, please call Ken Feeley @ the Island Garden (516) 292-4956
Island Garden Spring League
The Island Garden Spring League will run from April 16th to June 22nd, 2007. Games will be played at the Island Garden and at SUNY Old Westbury. The registration DEADLINE is April 4, 2007. Register early to avoid being closed out ! MORE DETAILS
Five Towns Summer Program
This summer Five Towns College in Dix Hills is offering intramural programs for grades K - 12. Registration begins 3/28 from 6:30pm to 9pm, then continues Thursday at the same time and wraps up Saturday from 9am to 12 noon. Go to www.ftc.edu for an application and info.
JCC Maccabi Basketball Tryouts
The JCC Maccabi Games are an Olympic style event for Jewish teenage athletes between the ages of 13-17. This week long experience involves athletes competing in their chosen sport, participating in a community service project, and building pride in their Jewish heritage. Each summer 6,000 Jewish teens from around the USA and the world come together to create lasting memories and friendships.The JCC Maccabi Games will be held August 12 – 17, 2007 in Orange County, California. Tryouts for the Maccabi Games will be held at the Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, NY 11725. Dates to be announced.For tryout information for the 13-16 year old boy’s basketball team please contact either Jerry Schwartz or Alan Bluman. Contact Information: Jerry Schwartz, Phone: 631-754-3667 or jerjoy @optonline.net or Alan Bluman, 516.946-1024 or abluman@verizon.net
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Future League 12U Champs Team Underrated
Front Row: Luke McCoy, Steve Mckenna, Brendan Ehrhart, Tavon Ginyard, Harley Spinks
Back Row: Coach Harley Spinks, Tyler Clehane, Zach Acocella, Kevin Vanek, Brennan Walsh, Sean Sconone, Coach Artie McCoy
St. Mary's 5th Gr. CYO B Champs
Left to Right: Kneeling: Wesley Szajna, Nick DeRosa, Joseph Licciardi & Brendan Campbell
Standing: Coach Rudy Licciardi, Douglas Halpin, Tyler Sehring, Kenny McCarthy, Thomas Frey, Joseph Ball & Coach Brian Campbell
St. Pat's 5th Gr. CYO A Champs
Front: Head Coach: Vinny Gagliardo
Seated from left to right: Jay Urban, Colin Byrne, Greg Stallone, Gavin Piccione
Standing from left to right: Assistant coach: John Byrne, Charlie Stange, Steven Plezia, Joey DeVito, Calvin Ingram, Sister Pat O’Connell
Not shown: Sean Roulo
16U Team Needs Big Man
Brentwood based travel program looking for a big man for theur 16U Team. Will also accept 15 year old big men who has skills. If you are interested, please contact me at ce11706@aol.com or 631-968-4859 and leave message. We have 3 upcoming leagues and will be playing throughout the summer, so contact if you have game.
Coaches ClinicThe Long Island Lightning will be hosting a coaches clinic featuring two of Long Island's top young coaches It will be held Tuesday, April 15th beginning at 7:00 PM at the Island Garden. Conducting the clinic will be Davidson Assistant Coach Jim Fox and CW Post Assistant Coach Bob Paul. Coach Fox and Coach Paul will give on coart demonstrations with players. There will be a modest $10.00 fee to attend. Don't miss this great oportunity to learn from two fine coaches. If you'd like more information, call 516.292.4956.
Our Lady of Mercy 8th Gr CYO C Champs
CYO PLAYOFF BRACKETS
Lightning Developmental Program
The very popular Lightning Developmental Program is designed for players who either are not interested in our travel program or not yet ready to play at that level. Each team meets once each week at Island Garden and works under the direction of three of our top coaches. It has proven over the last ten years to be very well received by both players and parents. MORE
President's Week Tournament
Here we go again. The Wizards, coming off a very good Christmas Tournament, are hosting their first President's Tournament. We are looking for all CYO, AAU and Travel and Club teams to come on down to the Deer Park Community Center and get some good basketball games,with certified officials and the best time for a week of basketball. The tournament will start on the 15th of February, with games on the 17th 18th and 19th. We are looking for 8 10u teams two divisions and 8 11u teams also two divisions, with the winners of each pool advancing to the championship played on Sunday, February 21st at 1pm. All players will receive individual medals and the Champs will receive individual trophies and the runner up will receive a team trophy. So come on down! The kids are outta school and let's ball up. Contact Claude Ellis at 631 561 3897 or e-mail me at ce11706@aol.com. Thank you.
10U Team Needs Guards
South Shore Bulldogs Travel Basketball is looking for 2 good ball handling, hard working guards to join our travel & possibly AAU team. The team is based in Brentwood long Island. Offering free training /practices and some sponsored tournaments. This team is for kids 10 years old and under. If you are interested in trying out, please contact head coach Syd @ 917-930-1458 or email: sydizen@hotmail.com
International Small Fry Basketball
International Small Fry Basketball,one of the best tools for developing fundamental basketball skills in young people, has been serving youth for over 40 years. It is a competitive youth basketball program designed for shorter athletes. Players may be no taller than 5-foot-1 and may not be older than 12 as of Sept. 1 the year before the competition season. Currently in the East Coast Region, we are seeking teams and/or individual players who are interested in international competition. For more information, please contact Shareef Austin @ 973-449-7135. www.smallfrybasketball.com
December Holiday Camp
The very popular December Holiday Basketball Camp at the Island Garden will take place on December 28, 29, and 30 MORE
Christmas Tournament
Christmas is coming to long Island. The Long Island Wizards in conjunction with Brentwood will be hosting its first ever Christmas Classic. We are seeking 10u,11u and 12u teams. CYO, HYO,Travel and recreation teams are welcome, 3 games guaranteed with pools winners advancing to a championship game.All game will be players at the Deer Park Community Center. The start of the tournament will be December 28 with games on the 30,31 and January 2 and Championship Sunday being the 3rd. The registration fee for this tournament is $150.00 for the three games and $35.00 per game for the officials. Come on down this holiday season and have some fun on the court. Please check the official web site or you can contact the tournament director Claude Ellis at 631 561 3897 or e-mail at ce11706@aol.com for all your tournament questions.
FE Hoops Tryouts
FE Hoops organizes teams that participate in the Island Garden Super League. We provide a highly structured program that includes a full schedule of league games (15), practices, a professional coach, an emphasis on training , full insurance coverage, and membership in the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) We intend to take only 11 players for each team. There will be an experienced paid coach who does not have a child on the team leading each team.
5TH GR. Boys SATURDAY, OCT 10 AT 2:00 PM.
6TH GR Boys SATURDAY, OCT 10 AT 1:00 PM.
7TH GR boys SATURDAY, OCT 10 AT 12 NOON
8TH GR Boys SATURDAY, OCT 10 AT 12 NOON.
These practices/tryouts will be held at the Island Garden FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL JIM FOX AT DUSTY22000@AOL.COM
2nd/3rd Grade Lightning Tryouts
There will be a tryout for a 2nd/3rd grade Lightning team at 1pm on Saturday, October 10th. Please call Coach Mark at (516) 993-6645 or e-mail him at dmark3@gmail.com for details.
Brentwood Registration
Division Ages & Fees: 5&6($75), 7&8($75), 9&10($80), 11&12($80), and 13&14($80)
Registration Dates: October 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, & 17th. Registration Times: 6PM-9PM Each day. Registration Fees can only be paid by money order or credit card, NO AMEX will be accepted! Location: The By A Clubhouse, 35 Third Avenue
Brentwood, NY. For more information or to tryout for one of our Travel Teams - Contact The Basketball Commissioner, Claude Ellis at : (631)273-4667 or cell706@aol.com Visit www.gobya.org to learn more about the BYA.
SYAG Basketball Registration
SYAG Basketball Registration and Ratings. Registration open to boys and girls ages 6-17
PRACTICE BEGNS OCTOBER 2009 AND SEASON ENDS MARCH 2010 MORE INFORMATION
Kings Park Youth Basketball
Basketball Registration in Progress. Registration Forms are now online and will be handed out in schools within the next two weeks. Get Mail-In Registration Form Here
West Babylon Fall Basketball
2009-2010 Boys & Girls Basketball Registration
(Eligible Children 6yrs – 17yrs within this calendar year) Early Registration Cost (ends 9/30/09) - $50
After September 30th - $60 REGISTRATION FORM
Half Hollow Hills Registration
CLICK HERE FOR INFO
Baldwin PAL Registration
There will be a WALK IN REGISTRATION this weekend for the Baldwin PAL Basketball Program and all Fall PAL programs. Bring a completed application and correct fee (one check payable to “BALDWIN PAL” acceptable for total of all registrations) to the P.A.L. office located in the Baldwin UFSD District Office building on Hastings St., just west of Milburn Ave: DATES AND TIMES: FRIDAY SEPT. 11, 2009 7:00 to 9:00 PM, SATURDAY SEPT. 12, 2009 NOON to 4:00 PM SUNDAY SEPT. 13, 2009 NOON to 3:00 PM
CYO Preseason Tournament
There will be preseason CYO basketball tournaments at ISA in Sayville. The girls will play October 10th-11th, and the boys October 17th-18th. $200 for 2 Games OR $300 for 3 games. Open to A and B divisions. Contact: Leon Martin: Phone: 631-258-3825, Email: leon.yankees@verizon.net
CYO TEAMS ONLY!
Bunky Reid 3 on 3 Tournament
The "Bunky" Reid All-Stars present their 3RD ANNUAL 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
at the Sports Center Complex indoor gym, 346 Post Ave, Westbury. SATURDAY OCTOBER 6TH AT 9 AM
TIMES DIVISIONS
9:00AM-12 NOON 10 & UNDER 4 MAN ROSTER
9:00AM-12 NOON 12 & UNDER 4 MAN ROSTER
12:00 NOON-3:00PM 14 & UNDER 4 MAN ROSTER
12:00 NOON- 3:00PM 16 & UNDER 4 MAN ROSTER
$40 per team. CASH ONLY!!!!!!!
Awards! Trophies! Free pair of AIR JORDANS
to overall MVP of the tournament. For more info, contact Coach Jackson at 516 334 5560
N. Babylon Basketball League
There will be a registration for NBAC Basketball held on Saturday 9/26 in the main lobby of the Town Pool building located on Phelps lane. Registration will be held between the hours of 10am and 2PM. Please make your checks payable to NBAC Basketball in the amount of $99 per child. If you prefer to register online, go to our website
Shouler State Free Throw Champ
Effective immediately, Kings Park Varsity Head Coach David Shouler will be known as Gordon's dad! The younger Shouler won the New York State Free Throw Championship in the 9 year old division after advancing from one of the many regional competitions held all over New York State by the Elks Lodges. The annual competition, known as Hoop Shoot, has been sponsored by the Elks for over thirty years!
Rookie Summer League
Kindergarten-1st Grade, 2nd grade – 3rd grade
(GRADE AS OF 9/09)
WHERE: St. Mark’s 200 Hempstead Ave, RVC
WHEN: JULY and AUGUST 2008
COST: $70 PER PLAYER Open to all players on Long Island and Queens. The Rookie Summer league season will run from July 8th through August 28th 2008. Games willbe held one night a week between 5:00pm and 8:00 pm at St. Mark’s church (200 Hempstead Ave, RVC). Some of the games are played indoors and some will be played on outdoor courts. All participants will play at least half the game. Each player will receive a league t-shirt. There will be a short practice before each game. If financial assistance is needed for enrollment, please contact G7. MORE
Skills Clinic By Knicks Coach
New York Knicks Assistant Coach Phil Weber, who has coached and trained players like Steve Nash and Shaquille O'Neal, will be giving a skills clinic for players 9 to 13 years old on Monday, June 22, from 6:15 PM to 9 PM at Interstate Sports Academy in Sayville. The fee is $99.00. PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY. REGISTER ONLINE AT: WWW.ISASPORTSACADEMY.COM
ISA Summer League In Sayville
Open to boys and girls, grades 4-8, JV, & Varsity.
8 Games plus playoffs; starts the week of June 27, 2009.Certified Referees will be at all games.
SPECIAL STIMULUS PACKAGE:
All CYO, Town, & AAU Programs entering in the 4th and 5th grade programs will be given a discount registration fee of $300.00. Referee fees per a team, per a game are $20.00. All CYO, Town, & AAU programs grades 6 and up that enter 3 or more teams receive a reduced rate of $100.00 per team, making registration fees of $400.00, plus $40.00 ref fees per team, per game. For more information, feel free to call us at 631-244-0400
2009 Super League Champions
The Island Garden Super League Champions are:
Junior Varsity - LI Lightning - Curry
8th Grade Division l - Rising Stars - Sisti/Hauser
8th Grade Division ll - Garden City Knights
8th Grade Division lll - Plainview Pride
7th Grade Division l - Rising Stars - Gimpel
7th Grade Division ll - LI Lightning - Law
7th Grade Division lll - Cold Spring Harbor
6th Grade Division l - Team O'Connell
6th Grade Division ll - LI Lightning - Eiber
6th Grade Division lll - Syosset - Orringer
5th Grade East - LI Lightning - Eiber
5th Grade Division lll - Dix Hills - Jones
4th Grade - NY Dragons
3rd Grade - GCAA - Granville
Dix Hills Intramural Champions
Girls - 3rd/4th Gr Div: Scarlet Knights (Nocerino)
Boys - 3rd Gr Division = Wolverines Makover)
Boys - 4th Grade Division = Grizzlies ( Clark)
Girls - 5th/6th Gr Div = Tar Heels ( Appenzeller)
Boys - 5th/6th GrDiv= Georgia Tech (McCarthy)
Girls - 7th and Up Division = Bananas (Goldstein)
Boys - 7th/8th Grade Division = UNLV (Willinger)
Boys - 9th and up Division = Penn State (Kohan)
9 U Nassau Tournament
9U travel basketball teams interested in playing in a four game tournament plus playoffs beginning May 2nd in Nassau County. The cost is $100 per team.
All teams interested please email or call Jim Brodie at jbrodie44@yahoo.com or 516-404-2769
URCS Spring Clinc 2009
Time: April 1, 2009 at 6pm to June 10, 2009 at 9pm
Location: Royals Gym. Event Description:
Spring Basketball Clinic 2009 For Boy's and Girls Kindergarten thru 12th Wednesday Nights Starting April 1st.- June 10th. @ 6pm. Fee for clinic is $100.00 per child. For more information, or to register, contct Coach anderson at coachma34@hotmail.com
5th and 8th Grade Players
Coach Sonny and Plainview Basketball Club are looking for fifth grade and eighth grade (BOYS) players who want to play in spring league. Practices are in Plainview. Bring A friend too. Call 516 779 9718 or email info@plainviewbasketball.com
ISA Spring League
Season will start April 13, 2009 and will conclude by June 14, 2009. Season will consist of 8 Games plus playoffs (all teams are eligible for playoffs). All games will be officiated by NY State certified officials. Placement will be determined based on experience. AAU teams will be required to play up one grade level.
Fee: $500.00 plus $40.00 per game for officials.
Location: Interstate Sports Academy in Sayville
Open to: Grades 4-8, Junior Varsity & Varsity Teams
2009 CYO Playoff Brackets
Volunteers Needed
Voulunteers needed to referee intramural games grades 3 thru 8. Please contact Mike Gonzalez
at Ss Cyril & Methodius CYO, 125 Half Hollow Road
Deer Park, NY 11729. StCyrilCYO@Yahoo.com
(917) 705-5355
Spring Basketball Clinic
There will be a Spring Basketball Clinic for Boys and Girls, Kindergarten thru 12th. It will held
Wednesdays from April1st toJune 10th,
6pm - 7pm: Kindergarten thru 3rd
7pm-8pm: Grades 4th thru 7th
8pm-9pm: Grades 8th thru 12th (advanced players)
Fee for Clinic is $ 100.00 per child
Early Bird Registration for $85.00 before March 31st
Location: Upper Room Royals Gym 722 Deer Park Ave Dix Hills, NY
Where Fundamentals Are 1st
For Further Information call Coach Anderson
@ (631) 242-3382 or e-mail royals-bball34@hotmail.com
Future Stars Open House 3/7
The Future Stars Camp Program will be having an open house on Saturday, March 7th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at their facilities on the beautiful SUNY Old Westbury campus. Basketball & 13 More Specialized Programs! Please call 516-876-3490 for information.
Island Garden Spring League
For the tenth consecutive season, Island Garden will host our very popular Spring League. Play will begin on April 6 and continue until June 22. Read more
Developemental Program
The Long Island Lightning develpoemental program for players who can't commit to a buzy travel program, but want first rate coaching and competition.
Wizards Program Starts 3/14
The New York Wizards are hosting a four week program at the Deer Park Community Center for ages 9 to 13. The season will have 4 Games and playoffs. There will be no more than 6 teams per divisions. No AAU Teams. The cost will be $ 100 per team. Awards for first and second place teams. The tournament will begin on March 14th. For more information call the Deer Park Community Center at 667-6665 or e-mail us at DPCCCoachGreg@aol.com.
President's Week Camp
St. Patrick's of Huntington is conducting a President's Week Basketball Camp from February 16th-20th 9am-3pmBoys & Girls Grade 1st-7th For more info call 631-385-3311 ex 282 or visit www.stpathunt.org
CYO Tournament Grades 4 - 8
Annual Winter Break Tournament. Starts: Friday, February 13, 2009, ends: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Venue: St. Raphael’s Parish Gym, East Meadow, NY
EVERY TEAM PLAYS AT LEAST TWO (2) GAMES
CYO REFEREE FEES ALL INCLUDED. ENTRY FEE: $225.00 PER TEAM. ENTRY FEE: $225.00 PER TEAM
Only CYO Teams allowed.
Contact / Tournament Coordinators
4th Grade – Bill Whitenack Ph: 516-794-7554
5th Grade – Steve Wallstedt Ph: 516-650-6043
6th Grade – Tom Dolan Ph: 516-384-2560
7th Grade - Wayne Keicher Ph: 516-319-7302
8th Grade - Dave Schwarz Ph: 516-567-0249
Free Throw Contest
The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Free Throw Contest at St. Cyril's Gym on Saturday Jan. 17th at 8:30am. It is free for every child who participates from ages 10 - 14. Awards are given out to the top boys and girls performers in every age group. Saturday Jan 17th at 8:30am at St Cyril's Gym and its FREE!!!.
2008 Howie Frajberg Champions
JV Division: Long Island Lightning - Nick
8th Grade: Reach One Teach One
7th Grade: North Shore Hebrew Academy
4th Grade: Gauchos
We want to thank all the players, coaches, referees and parents for their support of the tournament. They raised over $2,000 for the medical research fund in Howie Frajberg's honor.
8th Grade CYO Leaders A/O 12/30
8th Grade A Division
League 511: St. Gertrude 5-0
League 512: Christ The King 5-0
8th Grade B Division
League 121: St. Anthony 5-0
League 221: Mary Immaculate 4-0
League 321: Cure of Ars 4-0
League 421: St. Raymond 6-0
League 521: O L Mercy 7-0
8th Grade C Division
League 131: Infant Jesus 5-0
League 331: St. Raymond 5-0
League 332: Notre Dame 5-1
League 431: O L Mercy 5-0
League 531: Sacred Heart 6-0
OTHER AGE GROUPS COMING SOON
New Future Hoops Session 1/6
Our outstanding training program for players as young as 5 and as old as 8 will be split into groups based on age and will be taught the fundamental skills of basketball in a fun-filled setting. The Fall session will be led by the Matt Nies for the second consecutive year. Each child constantly has a ball in his or her hands and learning is going on during the entire 75 minute sessions! READ