Junior Hoops Arizona

Registration is Open for the 2010 All-Star Basketball League Winter Season

The All-Star Basketball League (ABL) 2010 winter club league begins January 15 through February 27 with playoffs scheduled for March 5th and 6th. 

The organization is led by Roland Gillium and offers excellent competition as multiple top valley teams gravitate to this proven league that has been around for quite some time.

A unique aspect of the league is that they use the community's youth to staff the games thereby creating a learning atmosphere and youth development focus on its operation.

For more information and registration click here.

Local Youth Basketball Tournaments, Camps & Events for December 2009 and January 2010

 

Below are upcoming December and January events from our member organizations.  These organizations offer the local area's best youth basketball events so don't hesitate to register your child or team.  If you are a youth basketball fan, attend these events and enjoy tomorrow's star basketball players today.

December 19 - 20:  Sporting Chance Tucson Holiday Tip-Off

December 19:   All-Star Basketball League Holiday Camp

December 19:  Excel Youth Sports Basketball Clinic (Two Locations)

December 21:   All-Star Basketball League & ASU Game Night

December 28 - 31:   Advantage Basketball Camps Ball Handling Camp

January 02 - 03:   K-9 Unit New Year Xtravaganza

January 02: ODP 2010 2nd Annual 3 vs 3 Jamboree

January 08 - 09:  Arizona Junior High School Basketball Tournament (Session 1)

January 16 - 18:  Arizona Junior High School Basketball Tournament (Session 2)

January 15 - February 27:  All-Star Basketball League Winter 2010 Season

January 16 - March 13:  Excel Youth Sports League Winter Club Basketball League

January 16 - 18:    Jump Athletic/Just4Hoopin MLK Youth Basketball Tournament

January 30 - 31:    Southwest Showcase Weekender for 11U - 14U

The above list will be posted in our website and sent out in the Junior Hoops e-Newsletter (The Youth Basketball 411) weekly.  If you want to add your youth basketball events or tournaments to the list, become a member at www.JuniorHoops.com or call us at 480-232-8572 or email at JuniorHoops@gmail.com.  

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Central Arizona Basketball Organization (C.A.B.O.) Winter Basketball League

The Central Arizona Basketball Organization (C.A.B.O) is now accepting registrations for its 2010 Winter season which takes place from January 22nd thru March 6th. 

The organization provides an NBA style atmosphere, music, team intros, stats, play-by-play commentary, newsletters, snack bar and a great overall experience for players.

As a non-profit organization C.A.B.O. was formed so that all interested youth throughout Arizona may utilize basketball as a sport to improve their athletic excellence, provide educational opportunity, leadership skills, build self-confidence, experience teamwork and have fun.

The main objective of the Central Arizona Basketball Organization is the dedication to helping young people become better citizens through the medium of basketball.

For more information on their upcoming league, click here.  You may also contact its owner and director, Eddie Ramirez by email at competitiveball@aol.com.

Arizona Sun Devils & All-Star Basketball League Partner-Up for Basketball Game

All-Star Basketball League (ABL) and ASU are hosting a special night for participants, families, and friends.  ABL will have an exclusive scrimmage on court at halftime of the game.  ABL requests that its fans join them with the Arizona State Sun Devils for a discounted price of just $5.00 per ticket.

The ABL game night is Monday, December 21, 2009 when the Sun Devils will play against the Gauchos of University of California Santa Barbara at 6:30pm at the Wells Fargo Arena.

To purchase discounted tickets for only $5.00, contact Roland Gillum at 480-922-3911 or by email at ablhoops1@aol.com by December 17, 2009.

You can visit the ABL website by clicking here.

Basketball Training Academy Holding Member Registrations and Winter League Club Tryouts

Jump Athletic, a leading youth basketball training program for boys and girls in the Phoenix, Scottsdale area, is holding registrations for its basketball training academy and basketball club team tryouts for Winter youth competitive and recreational basketball leagues.  Tryouts for Jump Athletic youth basketball teams that play in competitive and recreational Winter leagues around the Phoenix/Scottsdale area begin December 1st. 

The academy and club teams are designed for boys and girls in the age group of 7 - 16 years old.  The basketball teams begin practice on Tuesday and Thursday the week of December 7th.  No practices will be held over the Winter break, December 24 - January 2.  Teams will play games in the ABL League which begins on Friday, January 15, 2010.  All team practices will take place after all training academy sessions.

The training academy will be held weekly on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6pm - 7pm.  Expect to see a trainer-to-player ratio that is considered to be one of the best in the industry.  The academy emphasizes that fundamental drills are the main focus and repetition is the key to improvement. 

Centrally located, training is housed out of Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory School located at 11875 North 24th Street, Phoenix, Arizona.  For more information visit their website at www.JumpAthletic.com.   Additional information resources include:  Twitter@JumpAthletic and Facebook:JumpAthletic, and www.jumpathletic.com/blog.

To access the PRWEB full press release click here.

 

Excel Youth Sports Competitive Club Basketball League

ABOUT: The Excel Youth Sports Competive Winter Club Basketball League is about to begin its Winter season.  Registration is taking place now.   The organization is  committed to providing young athletes with the best in youth recreational and competitive sports.  Its mission is to help young athletes attain their goals by providing a very organized sports league that teaches fundamentals and character development. 

SEASON:  January 16 - March 13.

DETAILS:  Games will be played on Saturdays at Arch Gym, Phoenix Christian High School, Valley Lutheran High School, Verrado Middle School.  Championship t-shirts will be provided to the winners.  There is a $1 door charge; however, coaches and players are exempt from the door charge.

COST:  $550 per team.

TO REGISTER:  Click here.

Arizona Gym Rats Developing Partnerships

 
The Arizona Gym Rats agreed to terms on a 5-year partnership with Anthony Ray's Arizona Magic organization. According to the press release, the Magic's reputation of showcasing Arizona's top talent to the national college coaching arena cemented the partnership.

In addition, the Gym Rats have signed an additional 5-year agreement with youth basketball marketing firm, Double Pump, Inc., out of Los Angeles, California.  Double Pump features players at their invitation only showcase camps and tournaments.

For additional information surrounding Double Pump, Inc. or the Arizona Magic/Gym Rats, contact Director of Basketball Operations Jeff de Laveaga at 480-513-1826 or coachde@gymratsusa.com. 

Download Arizona Gym Rats Press Release.

The Basketball Court Academy League and Clinic

The Basketball Court Academy's fundamental league will be taking place Saturday's November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12, 19 from 9:30am to 10:30am for K thru 3rd grade boys and girls.

The league includes 30 minutes of instruction and 25 minutes game play.  Cost is $70 and includes jersey and medal.   Click here to go directly to the league information.

In addition, The Basketball Court Academy will host a 6 week clinic titled "Swift Feet On The Court Agility Clinic".   The clinic will take place Friday's from 4:30pm to 5:30pm November 6,13, 20 and December 4, 11, and 18.  Cost is $70 for the 6 week session or $15 for one night drop-ins.

Coach K from NG Sports will be working with boys and girls of all ages to strengthen and enhance footwork and agility on the basketball court.  Click here for more information on the clinic.

Excel Fall Club Competitive Basketball League

The Excel Competive Youth Basketball Fall Club League is about to begin its season.  Registration is taking place now for this youth club basketball league with a registration deadline of August 20th.

SEASON:  September 5th - October 31st.

DETAILS:  Games will be played on Saturdays at Arch Gym, Phoenix Christian High School, Valley Lutheran High School, Verrado Middle School.  Championship t-shirts will be provided to the winners.  There is a $1 door charge; however, coaches and players are exempt from the door charge.

COST:  $550 per team.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  August 20th.

ABOUT EXCEL YOUTH SPORTS:  The organization is a 501c3 non-profit that is committed to providing young athletes with the best in youth recreational and competitive sports.  Its vision is to develop athletes with strong character who are committed to a vision for the future through discipline and fun.  Its mission is to help young athletes attain their goals by providing a very organized sports league that teaches fundamentals and character development.  Its founders are Brian O'Neal, Jason Robertson and John Peterson.

WEBSITE:  Click here.

City of Tempe Middle School Competitive Basketball League

The City of Tempe through its Parks and Recreation Department offers a middle school competitive basketball league designed for student athletes in 7th/8th grades who want to play basketball in a competitive setting.

Players must sign up as a team with a coach since no individual registration is offered.  The league offers two games a week for a total of seven games of play with an added post season tournament.  Awards are provided to tournament winners.  Two separate leagues are offered to accommodate both boys and girls. 

For more information on the league contact Keyon Cornejo at 480-350-5222.  You can visit their website by clicking here.