Learn To Play
The THRIVE Learn to Play program offers players the opportunity to work on developing and improving their individual and team basketball skills as well as helping to enhance their athletic abilities. This program is available for boys and girls in grades 3 to 8. Learn To Play is open for all levels of players from beginners to experienced players who are looking for a fun, competitive environment to enjoy the game of basketball.
Skill Development
- Offensive Skills – Ball Handling, Passing, Layups, Shooting, Movement With and Without the Ball.
- Defensive Skills – Positioning, Movement, Boxing out, Rebounding, Person to Person, Team Helpside Defense
3-on-3 Game / 4- on - 4 Game Play:
- Players will be ranked by coaches in terms of their talent, ability and work ethic.
- Teams will consist of maximum five players in order to allow for maximum playing time.
- New teams will be made each week, giving players the opportunity to play with new teammates of different playing abilities.
- Players will receive 2 points per victory and 1 point for a tie. At the end of the season, the five top players will receive a championship award.
- Grade 3 – 4: Training for 35 minutes and play 3 vs 3 modified game for 25 minutes with 9ft hoop.
- Grade 5 – 6: Training for 1 hour every Monday, and Games day on Wednesday. Modified 4 vs 4 with 10ft hoop.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF 3-on-3 and 4 - on - 4 BASKETBALL?
- On average players will be involved 40% more playing 3-on-3 than they will play 5-on-5.
- 3-on-3 or 4-on-4 simplifies the game.
- More focused teaching opportunities.
- Creates more space and movement.
- More options to learn various positions.
- Increased decision-making opportunities.
- Players will be more engaged defensively, both individually and as a team.
- More dribbling, more passing, and more shooting = MORE FUN!
Learn To Play Fall 2024
Choose your program for boys
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Next Gen Athlete
Grade 3-4
September 16 – December 9
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Boys Only
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Next level leader
Grade 5-6
September 16 – December 9
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Boys Only
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Wednesday 6:30pm – 8:00pm -
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King’s Court
Grade 7-8
September 16 – December 9
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Boys Only
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Friday 6:30pm – 8:00pm at Willoughby Elementary -
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Boys Only
Boys Only
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Wednesday 6:30pm – 8:00pm -
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Boys Only
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Friday 6:30pm – 8:00pm at Willoughby Elementary -
Choose your program for girls
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Next Gen Athlete
Grade 3-4
September 16 – December 9
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Girls Only
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Queen’s Court
Grade 5-8
September 16 – December 9
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Girls Only
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Friday 5:00pm - 6:30pm at Willoughby Elementary -
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Girls Only
Girls Only
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Friday 5:00pm - 6:30pm at Willoughby Elementary -
Jersey
Reversible jerseys are $25 each and are mandatory for all players to participate. Players who already have a jersey do not need to purchase a new one.
Sibling Discount
Double the fun, double the savings! Sign up both of your children for THRIVE Basketball and enjoy an extra $25 discount on your registration. Don't miss out on this fantastic sibling deal! CODE: SIBLINGS
Referral Discount
Introducing our New Member Referral Program! Invite anyone who isn't yet part of THRIVE, and both you and your friend will receive a $25 discount. Spread the word and share the benefits of THRIVE with your friends today. CODE: REFERRAL
REGISTRATION NOW!
For alternative payment: To save your spot, kindly e-transfer the registration fee to THRIVEBASKETBALLCLUB@GMAIL.COM
with the players name in the message
We will confirm the registration in the next 48 hours.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- More than 14 days from season start date - Full Refund
- Within 7-14 days from season start date - Full Credit to a future program
- Less than 7 days from season start date - No Refund or Credit