Youth Basketball
Got game?
Hit the hardwood with the folks who invented the game - the Y!
Youth basketball is an exciting sport combining team play and individual skills. The YMCA of Washington County offers sports programs that help youth develop and discover their potential through relationships, teamwork and healthy competition. Youth basketball is one of the premier youth sports programs offered by the Y.
Players will learn the fundamentals of the game, gain the opportunity to play a game each week, have equal playing time and be encouraged to play more than one position. YMCA utilizes volunteer coaches to focus on participation and fun! While basic skills of the game are developed through practices and games, every child learns sportsmanship and values necessary to be successful in life. Every game begins with a Youth Sports Pledge and ends with a handshake.
YMCA Hardwood Academy - 2020
HARDWOOD ACADEMY
Basketball Training
Who: Ballers grades 2 – 12
What: For players that are serious about advancing their game with consistent, focused, and intense training sessions.
Areas of focus for the camp include:
- Ball handling development-control and strength drills along with game situation
- Footwork development - in the post and on the perimeter
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How to score in a team concept
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Finishing at the basket - variations and repetition
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How to be a good passer - mentality, skill, and awareness
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Defensive attitude, awareness, and technique – on ball and off ball
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Transition work-dynamics of a good break and conditioning
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Basketball specific agility and strength exercises
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Shooting development and increasing scoring moves/options
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Developing toughness, effective communication habits, and a competitive attitude
When: Summer Academy & Year Round Group Workouts
Where: Kalona YMCA Rec Center & Washington Community Y
HARDWOOD ACADEMY BASKETBALL TRAINING SESSIONS CLICK HERE
Sponsored by: Karen Mitchell - Urban Acres Real Estate & STORYLINE MULTIMEDIA
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YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE - KALONA and WELLMAN
Ages: Grades 1-2 Girls and Boys CLICK HERE
Ages: Grades 3-4 Girls CLICK HERE Boys CLICK HERE
Ages: Grades 5-6 Girls and Boys TBD
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE - Washington
Ages: Grades 1-2 Girls and Boys 3 on 3 CLICK HERE
Ages: Grades 3-4 Girls CLICK HERE Boys CLICK HERE
Ages: Grades 5-6 Girls and Boys TBD
YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC - WELLMAN
Basketball Clinic with the Mid-Prairie Basketball Teams.
Ages: Kind. to 5 grade Boys/Girls
POSTPONED DUE TO COVID
YOUTH TEAM BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS - KALONA/WELLMAN
Ages: Grades 3rd - 8th
Where: Kalona YMCA: 511 C Ave – Kalona, IA 52247
Wellman Parkside YMCA: 525 13th St – Wellman, IA 52356
Washington Community Y: 520 W 5th St - Washington, IA 52353
Times: December 12, 2020
3rd/4th Girls at Washington Y
5th Girls at Kalona Y
January 23, 2021
3rd/4th Boys at Kalona Y
5th Boys at Wellman Y
January 30, 2021
6th Boys at Washington Y
7th Boys at Wellman Y
February 13, 2021
6th Girls at Washington Y
7th Girls at Kalona Y
February 27, 2021
8th Boys at Washington Y
8th Girls at Wellman Y
COST PER TEAM
• $150.00 - 3 game guarantee MUST register as a team. Youth will play against their respective age groups. CLICK HERE for registration form
INFORMATION
• First game will begin at 9:00am
• Gym will open at 8:30am for first game warm-up
• Certified officials provided
• $3.00 adult admission $1.00 youth admission
• Concessions available at Kalona location only
• For more information or questions please contact Ryan Harris
• (319) 653-2141 or rharris@washingtony.org
Announcing Breakthrough Basketball Shooting Camp in Kalona, Iowa March 19-21, 2021! 
DATES: March 19 - March 21, 2021
AGE GROUP: Grade 5 to 10, Boys and Girls
COST: $225 $180 (20% OFF Early Bird Discount expires February 28!)
This specialized 3-day camp will give you the drills and instruction you need to become a top-flight shooter who stands out from the competition.Go into season ready to increase your shooting percentage and range with better mechanics and more confidence in your shot.These are the secrets perfected by the world’s greatest shooters, and now they’re yours as part of the 3-day intensive Shooting & Offensive Skills Camp.
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