11-12 Boys

The boys basketball program for ages 11-12 focuses on increasing advanced skills, enhancing understanding of the game, strengthening teamwork, and ensuring the experience remains fun and engaging. At this age, players incorporate fully structured games and learn more advanced concepts to develop skills to play at the next level.

• Official Game Play: Players play full court games with official time and score. Referees enforce standard rules that follow USA basketball age specific guidelines.
• In-Depth Rules: Players learn more comprehensive rules, including fouls, violations, and basic game strategies. They understand the importance of positions and player responsibilities on the court.
• Game Strategy: More advanced offensive and defensive strategies are introduced, such as setting screens, understanding spacing, and transitioning between offense and defense.
• Developing Strategy: Introduction to game strategy is implemented and players learn more about general offensive positions and more advanced team play concepts.

• Enhanced Dribbling: Dribbling drills become more complex, including using both hands, performing between the leg crossovers, spin moves, and improving control under pressure against both half and full court defensive pressure.
• Advanced Passing: Players work on a variety of passes (one handed entry passes) with an emphasis on precision and speed. They also learn to pass while moving and under defensive pressure.
• Shooting Skills: Shooting practice includes form shooting, layups from different angles, jump shots, and free throws. Players practice shooting from different spots on the court and learn to shoot with consistency.
• Defensive Techniques: Players are taught advanced defensive skills such as proper stance, footwork, understanding how to guard players effectively, and basic team defense concepts like man-to-man and help defense.

• Complex Team Drills: Drills that require more coordination and communication among players are emphasized, such as running plays, executing give-and-go moves, and understanding player rotations.
• Role Understanding: Players learn the specific roles and responsibilities of different positions (guards, forwards, centers) and how to work together to achieve team goals.
• Leadership and Support: Coaches encourage leadership skills, teaching players to support each other, communicate effectively on the court, and work together to solve problems.

• Improving for the next Level: Drills and activities are designed to be both challenging and fun, keeping players focusing on improving their skills, while also improve conditioning and athletic abilities.
• Positive Reinforcement: Coaches and parents continue to create a positive environment, emphasizing enjoyment, personal growth, and a love for the game.