ES Lions Spring Basketball IS BACK!

 I To be held in the evenings on the following dates:

U13 Girls (2013, 2014, 2015)

• Friday January 23 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
• Saturday January 31 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm

U13 Boys (2013, 2014, 2015)

• Saturday January 24 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
• Friday January 30 - 6:00 - 7:30 pm

U15 Girls (2011, 2012)

• Friday January 23 - 8:00 - 9:30 pm
• Saturday January 31 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm

U15 Boys (2011, 2012)

• Saturday January 24 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
• Friday January 30 - 7:30 - 9:30 pm

Tryout cost: $10 per player

Tryout Location: Ecole Pere Kenneth Kearn, Sherwood Park 

Players are only required to attend one of the two tryouts, but attending both provides the best evaluation by our coaches. If your player is not able to attend one of the tryouts, please let Jon know at jon@encountersports.ca. 

If your player is unable to make it to either tryouts, please complete the Interest Form  and let us know you are not able to attend but are still interested and we will reach out to you.

12-13 player teams

Teams will be formed through a tryout process to be competitive within the following age groups:

• 13U Girls (born 2013, 2014, 2015)
• 13U Boys (born 2013, 2014, 2015)
• 15U Girls (born 2011, 2012)
• 15U Boys (born 2011, 2012)

Teams will be centered around player and skill development as well as competitive team play. We do not guarantee a spot on a team for every player who tries out. 

Some team activities in March, with gameplay running from April to mid-June.

League Play: 

• Each team will receive approximately 1-2 practice slots (90 minutes each) per week and 10 total league games (including playoffs). 

Tournaments:

• Each team will participate in two local tournaments during the season of play (in addition to the league playoffs).

Regular leadership and team-building sessions help players grow in teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship through workshops and off-court time together. 

Special Events

• As opportunities arise, team fun events will be available at the coach’s discretion. 
• Each team will have a wrap-up event at the end of its season. 
• We may have the option for a year-end retreat to celebrate the season, reflect on personal and team growth, and build community with teammates. There would be an additional cost for players who wish to attend. 

TBD:  Approximately $700-750

Cost includes league registration and playoffs, insurance, game jersey and shorts, warmup shirt, drawstring bag, court time for practices and games, team events, team-building sessions, two in-season tournaments, playoff fees, referee costs, and coaching.

Payment can be made in three installments.

Experienced coaches focused on player development.

Local competitions include league play with playoffs, and two local tournaments.

A balance between skill-building and competitive play, with the community feel of a local league.

If you have any questions or are looking for more information about the program, please contact jon@encountersports.ca.