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NAPERVILLE YOUTH BASKETBALL
The Naperville Youth Basketball Program is a recreational program that introduces participants to the fundamentals of basketball through weekly practices and games. The program emphasizes proper technique, knowledge of the rules, team strategy, participation and fun!
EACH NYBB PARTICIPANT WILL...
Enjoy play and equal opportunities for participation
Gain a better knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the game
Learn good sportsmanship, teamwork, responsibility and discipline
Feel a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem
Enhance social skills and enjoy the camaraderie of playing on a team
Learn and develop basketball skills and maintain the desire to continue playing the sport
TWO SEASONS AVAILABLE
FALL: OCTOBER - DECEMBER
WINTER: JANUARY - MARCH
Further details available in the Autumn Program Guide.
Space is limited, please register early.
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QUICK FACTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Does the Park District provide NYBB Coaches?
No, all coaches are volunteers. At least (1) Head Coach volunteer is required. (1-2) Assistant Coaches can also be assigned to each team. Your volunteer coaching preference is provided during the registration process and volunteers are selected on a first come, first serve basis. A great benefit for coaches who remain in good-standing is priority registration for the following year's basketball season.
What experience is needed to coach?
No previous coaching or basketball experience is required. We provide weekly practice plans, complete rules and a rules highlight sheet. Referees are also provided for all games.
What equipment is required?
Coaches are provided with an equipment bag prior to the start of the season. The bag includes (2) age-appropriate basketballs and first aid kit. Players are encouraged to wear athletic attire and athletic shoes. Players should also have an age appropriate basketball and water bottle. An NYBB Reversible Game Jersey is also required and can be purchased at the Fort Hill Activity Center for $18 (not included in registration fee).
What size basketball does my player need?
Co-Ed Kindergarten: 25.5 inch
Girls & Boys Grades 1st - 4th: 27.5 inch (Youth)
Girls & Boys Grades 5th-6th: 28.5 inch (Women's)
Girls Grades 7th-8th: 28.5 inch (Women's)
Boys Grades 7th-8th: 29.5 inch (Adult)
Why doesn't my child's school have a basketball team?
School sites, which are used for practices, are determined by the Park District. Because not every school is available for practices, some teams may practice at a neighboring school rather than the school attended by team members. A weekly practice will be scheduled for each team, but is not always guaranteed and is dependent on facility availability.
My preferred team is full. What should I do?
You may add your player to the waitlist of your preferred team. If a spot becomes available, a customer service representative will be in touch to register you for the team. However, instead of waitlisting, we encourage you to register for an alternative team with availability that works for your schedule. Please note you can only register or waitlist. Once registered for a team, you will be removed from all waitlists without notification. You may waitlist for multiple teams as long as you're not registered on a team.
Our preferred team is full, but I know the coach and he's okay with adding an additional player. Can we register?
No. Max player limits are set to ensure the best possible experience for players and coaches. Max players per team is 10.
Why was the team I registered for cancelled?
In order for a team to continue within the season, a Head Coach volunteer must be secured and the minimum number of registrants must be met. A coordinator will be in touch with parents to request a volunteer and/or more players prior to cancelling a team. Registrants on a cancelled team will be contacted by a customer service representative to either transfer to another team or withdraw from the season and receive a full refund. If you do not hear back from a coordinator or customer service rep after the first notification of possible cancellation, the requirements were met and the team is continuing for the season.
Where and when are games played?
Games are scheduled as follows:
- Kindergarten - 1st Grade: Saturdays between 8:30 am - 4:00 pm at School District Gymnasiums
- 2nd - 4th Grade: Saturdays between 7:30 am - 7:00 pm at the Fort Hill Activity Center
- 5th - 8th Grade: Sundays from 9:00 am - 7:30 pm at the Fort Hill Activity Center
There are 7 games in the Fall Season and 9 Games in the Winter Season. Fees are adjusted accordingly and are included in the current program guide. Should the number of teams exceed Facility Capacity, some games may be moved to additional school locations (TBD) and game start and end times may be adjusted to meet the demands of the program.
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