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ROOKIE TEAM INFORMATION
The Jr NBA Rookie Division is an exciting program that has been part of Tri-City Youth Basketball Association programming since its inception. The program is for boys and girls from Kindergarten to Grade 3.
The Jr NBA Rookie Division program provides each player with a chance to take part in a physical literacy-based program that is different from the traditional basketball programs you generally experience.
Players are provided a basketball top with an NBA logo, lightweight Rookie Gear basketball and the use of lower basketball hoops that adjust to a height appropriate to the players' ages.
The program offers the introduction of foundational athletic principles and basic basketball fundamentals in a fun filled format using a games approach to teaching. The per player cost for this program varies based on duration and enrollment is limited to 20 spots per team.
PROGRAM SESSIONS
FALL
SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER
SPRING
APRIL - JUNE
WINTER
JANUARY - MARCH
The Jr NBA Rookie Division curriculum meets the standards set by Canadian Sport For Life and was created through a collaboration between the NBA and Sport Canada. Its primary objectives are to teach basic movement skills and fundamental athletic abilities, which include:
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Throwing (shooting, passing, releasing the ball)
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Catching
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Basic basketball skills
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Basketball geography (understanding locations on the court and their significance)
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Each practice session follows this structure:
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Introduction and goal setting
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Warm-up exercises
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Basketball-focused activities
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Cool down and conclusion
The program also focuses on maximizing basketball touches by having a ball for each participant to ensure every player gets a chance to handle the ball through the introduction of exciting game based drills providing players with the most enjoyable experience possible.
The Jr NBA Rookie division Grade 2/3 level also includes a 3 on 3 game component allowing players at a more advanced skill level to apply the skills they have acquired in an introductory competition setting.
If you have any questions please contact the TCYBA Registrar at registrar@tcyba.org