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All Parker Recreation leagues are designed to be safe, educational and to create a place for athletes to have fun while building important social skills such as self-confidence, sportsmanship and teamwork. Each participant will play at least half of each game.
- 6 to 8 division teams play 5 v 5.
- Each team receives one, one-hour practice per week and games on Saturdays at the Parker Fieldhouse.
Youth Basketball Rules: www.ParkerRec.com/YouthSportsRules - Rules change per divisions. Be sure to review the Basketball At-a-Glance Document.
- Standings are not kept.
- Score is displayed on the score board.
- Over and back violation WILL be enforced
- Three second rule WILL be taught and enforced
- Double dribble violation WILL be enforced
- Personal fouls WILL NOT be recorded
- Hoop Height: 8 feet
Recreational leagues focus on basic skill development and game knowledge and are designed for players of varying skill levels.
- Upper Recreational: Upper Recreational leagues are recommended for players with some previous experience and those who have a good understanding of the game, some pre-existing basketball skills and those looking for a more of a challenge. If your child plays in any type of club level basketball, they must play in the Upper Division.
- Please carefully review the descriptions for Upper and Beginner Recreational teams before registering.
- Age is determined by the participant's age on the final date of each season. Players may not play up or down (outside of their age range). For ages that overlap, please choose the best division based on your child's size, skill and previous playing experience.
• Equipment Needs: Wear shorts and athletic shoes. Basketballs (Size 27.5) are provided for use at practices and games. Jerseys are included. • All teams are coached by volunteer coaches. If you are interested in coaching a team, please contact Kayelynn Green at kgreen@parkerco.gov.• You will hear from your coach five to seven days prior to the season start date. Be sure you note which coach you picked during registration.• Game Schedules: www.TeamSideline.com/parkerrec - Game schedules will be available after the coaches meeting. • Skip Dates: August 13-18 and November 24-29
Age Category
Youth (6 -18)
Location
Games are located at the Parker Fieldhouse. Practices are located at the Parker Fieldhouse or local schools.
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