Basketball

Our basketball programs are tailored specifically to each division based on grade. Each team will focus on basketball fundamentals and technique and introduce a new Word of the Week that includes life skills that youth sports provide. Our goal is to create better athletes, but more importantly, better people.

Basketball Leagues

Instructional Programs

Spring Clinics

Grades 3rd-5th | Sat | 3/28-5/9 (no program 4/4) | 11:15-12:15 PM | $71 (6 weeks) Register online

Grades 3rd-5th | Sat | 3/28-5/9 (no program 4/4) | 12:15-1:15 PM | $71 (6 weeks) Register online

Grades 6th-8th | Sat | 3/28-5/9 (no program 4/4) | 11:15-12:15 PM | $71 (6 weeks) Register online

Grades 6th-8th | Sat | 3/28-5/9 (no program 4/4) | 12:15-1:15 PM | $71 (6 weeks) Register online

Once registered, find more details at:

www.chicorec.gov/card-sports-institute-csi

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Little Sports Summer Camps

Registration opens April 14th

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Sports Camps

Registration opens April 14th

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Sports Camps PRO

Registration opens April 14th

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Little Hoopsters

Let your child show you their triple threat! This instructional basketball program will highlight defensive rules (for example: stay between your man and the basket), offensive moves, and more! At the end of each session, we will focus on gameplay with scrimmages and small-sided games (3 on 3, Steal the Bacon, etc).

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1st-3rd Basketball Leagues

A special league designed just for your elementary basketball player! This 6-game league will feature one practice a week (day and time based on gym availability) and one game on Saturdays. All teams are guaranteed to have at least one hour of indoor practice space per week.

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4th-5th Basketball Leagues

This 6-game league will feature one practice a week (day and time based on gym availability) and one game on Saturdays. Practice day and time is determined by your volunteer coach. All teams are guaranteed to have at least one hour of indoor practice space per week. Score is kept for 5th grade (no score in 4th grade to create a learning environment).

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6th-8th Basketball Leagues

Whether your child is new to basketball or a seasoned player…they will have fun in our jr. high basketball league. Paid coaches will help your player grow their fundamentals and teach them game strategies throughout the season. Teams will practice once per week. Reversible jersey with number is included in the registration cost.

High School Basketball Leagues

This league is perfect for high schoolers who love the game of basketball. CARD coaches will conduct practice one time per week with games once a week. This will be a competitive league with all participants receiving playing time. A reversible jersey with a number is included in the registration cost.

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CARD Sports Institute (CSI)

Welcome to the CARD Sports Institute ( aka: CSI)! Each session will focus on developing individual skills, with the progression of fundamentals, footwork, and technique. Each day will contain a structured breakdown and development curriculum for each of our athletes based on the selected sport.

Multiple Days and Sports available

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Outdoor Basketball 3v3

Keep your spring Tuesdays and Thursdays open for our NEW 3v3 Outdoor Basketball program on our outdoor courts at Chapman Park! This league is perfect for a new player or seasoned athlete looking to expand their skills. Playing 3v3 offers several distinct advantages compared to the traditional 5v5 format, including more ball handling/skill development, increased space and pace, and enhanced…

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Charter School Registration

If you’re a parent using charter school funds (via a Purchase Order or PO), here’s how to register your child for our programs.

Little Hoopsters

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CARD Code of Conduct

To ensure the safety of all participants and staff in our programs, individuals are responsible for adhering to program policies whenever at the program. This includes the use of appropriate language…

Youth Sports General Information

CARD Youth Sports Philosophy: Every participant, player, parent, coach, official, and staff are considered to be part of the CARD Youth Sports team. The golden rule of the Youth Sports team is to…