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Start Smart Basketball

Start Smart Basketball (Ages 3-4)

Registration opens on Monday, October 2.  Program is open to City residents only, however if spots are not filled, Non-residents may register.

Start Smart Basketball is a developmentally appropriate introductory basketball program for children 3-4 years old. The program prepares children for organized basketball in a fun, non-threatening environment. Pairs work together to develop individual skills such as dribbling, ball handling, passing/catching, shooting, and running/agility.  For additional information on this program, call 540-433-9168 or email Courtney.Carawan@harrisonburgva.gov.

  • Session 1:  January 8-12 from 5:30pm-6:15pm
  • Session 2:  January 8-12 from 6:15pm-7:00pm
  • The rate will be $30 ($40/Non-resident if spots are available). Registration fee includes participant equipment.
  • To register online visit our Online Registration page or visit the Athletics Office.
  • Program will take place at the Community Activities Center.

 

 

U6 BasketballU6 Youth Basketball League (Boys and Girls Ages 5-6)
Registration is closed for the 2023/2024 season. League is open to City residents only. This introductory league will have a mix of practices to teach fundamentals, along with games.  Participants will be placed on teams by the league administrator.  Age specific rules and game format will apply. 

  • Program will run during the months of January-March.
  • Registration rate is $30/player. Visit our Online Registration page to sign-up or visit the Athletics Office.
  • Registration fee includes participant t-shirt.
  • All activities will take place at the Community Activities Center.

PDF icon[295KB] U6 Basketball Guidelines

 

 

U8 BasketballU8 Youth Basketball League (Boys and Girls Ages 7-8)

Registration is closed for the 2023/2024 season. League is open to City residents only. This recreational league will have a mix of practices to teach fundamentals, along with games.  Participants will be placed on teams by the league administrator.  Age specific rules and game format will apply. 

  • Practices will begin December 4 (program will not meet December 18-January 1).
  • Practices will resume and games will begin starting January 2.
  • Registration rate is $30/player. Visit our Online Registration page to sign-up or visit the Athletics Office.
  • Registration fee includes participant uniform.
  • All activities will take place at the Community Activities Center.

PDF icon[297KB] U8 Basketball Guidelines

 

 

U10 BasketballU10 Youth Basketball League (Boys and Girls Ages 9-10)

Registration is closed for the 2023/2024 season. League is open to City residents only. This recreational league will have a mix of practices to teach fundamentals, along with games.  Participants will be placed on teams by the league administrator.  Age specific rules and game format will apply.

  • Program begins with Skill Assessments the week of November 27-30.
  • Teams will be selected by volunteer coaches. 
  • Practices begin December 4 (program will not meet December 18-January 1).
  • Practices will resume and games will begin starting January 2.
  • Registration rate is $30/player. Visit our Online Registration page to sign-up or visit the Athletics Office.
  • Registration fee includes participant uniform.
  • All activities will take place at the Lucy Simms Center.

PDF icon[296KB] U10 Basketball Guidelines

 

 

U12 Basketball

U12 Youth Basketball League (Boys and Girls Ages 11-12)

Registration is closed for the 2023/2024 season. League is open to City residents only. This recreational league will have a mix of practices and games.  Participants will be placed on teams by the league administrator.  Age specific rules and game format will apply.

  • Program begins with Skill Assessments the week of November 27-30.
  • Teams will be selected by volunteer coaches. 
  • Practices begin December 4 (program will not meet December 18-January 1).
  • Practices will resume and games will begin starting January 2.
  • Registration rate is $30/player. Visit our Online Registration page to sign-up or visit the Athletics Office.
  • Registration fee includes participant uniform.
  • All activities will take place at the Lucy Simms Center.

PDF icon[296KB] U12 Basketball Guidelines

 

Summer BballSummer Basketball League (Boys and Girls Ages 9-14)

Registration opens April 15 and will close May 31 (Non-Resident registration begins May 1.  This indoor/outdoor summer league will begin with two weeks of practices only, then move into the final four weeks of games.  Contact Steven.Hollister@harrisonburgva.gov or 540-433-9168 for additional details.

  • Program scheduled to begin June 10-13 with skills evaluations and draft. 
  • Registration rate is $30/player for City, $60 for Non-Residents.  Visit our Online Registration page to sign-up or visit the Athletics Office.
  • Age for program is determined as of June 1.
  • Program will take place at a combination of the Lucy Simms Center, Ralph Sampson Park outdoor courts, and Skyline Middle School.

 


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