SPORTS PROGRAMS 34 We are Responsible. We are Respectful. We are Safe. Registration starts now! playkettering.org SPORTS PROGRAMS Sports Supervisor Reed Gibson 937-296-3344 [email protected] Early Bird Basketball Ages: 4 – 8 This program is designed for Kettering boys and girls in grades K-2 and will be held Saturday mornings from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. at the Kettering Recreation Complex. The Early Birds will focus on fundamental basketball skills with instruction from Dan VonHandorf and Fairmont Varsity Coaches Kenny Molz and Jeremey Finn. The Fairmont Girls and Boys Varsity players will also be assisting every session! The goal of this program is to introduce and build upon basic basketball skills that are crucial at a young age. All ability and skill levels are welcome to join. Players will receive hands-on instruction, and have the opportunity to learn through mass demos, station work, and play games! Players will also receive their own basketball and t-shirt! Players that attend this program can also play in the Kettering Basketball League, as it will not interfere with weekend basketball games run by the City of Kettering. *No session on January 13 in observation of MLK Day. Registration deadline is December 17. 01-111002-A Sat. 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Jan. 6 – Feb. 10* Fee: $45/resident; $56/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Our department relies heavily upon volunteer coaches to help provide our youth sports participants with a quality recreational experience. Youth sports coaches are often an important figure in establishing a positive first exposure to sports and help plant the seeds for important values like discipline, hard work, respect, and self-esteem. These values transcend the field and court, and we would not be able to impart these lessons without our volunteers. We believe that winning has less to do with the final score and more to do with the core values of sportsmanship, self-confidence, opportunity and fun. Our youth sports programs are designed to create a positive environment for youth by emphasizing the following: • Teaching life skills, good sportsmanship and game fundamentals • Participation in a safe and healthy environment • Having a fun and enjoyable experience Help in any capacity is welcomed, whether that be head coach, assistant coach, or just a helper. Our department provides resources to aid our coaches with practices and games. A willing individual is more important than a knowledgeable one. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Volunteer Office at 937-296-2433. Volunteer coaches are required to complete an application and pass a background check. SPORTS VOLUNTEER COACHES WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE CLOSING SOON! This recreational program for grades 1 through 12 will emphasize fundamentals, skill development, sportsmanship and fun! Winning is not the most important thing. Practices will begin at 5:15, 6:15, or 7:15p.m. once a week on weekdays. All practices and games will take place at Kettering Recreation Complex starting the week of December 4. No Practices the week of December 18 or 25. The 6-game season will begin Saturday, January 6. Games will be played on Saturday or Sunday based on the number of teams. Teams are coached by volunteer parents. Please register early if you are interested in coaching! T-shirts are included in price of registration. Registration deadline is November 12. Requests are not guaranteed. Mandatory coaches meeting schedule for Monday, November 27 • 1st through 4th Grade at 6 p.m. • 5th grade through High School at 6:45 p.m. Boys Winter Kettering Youth Basketball Grades: 1st – 12th 04-701110-A Boys 1st Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-B Boys 2nd Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-C Boys 3rd Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-D Boys 4th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-E Boys 5th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-F Boys 6th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-G Boys 7th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-H Boys 8th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701110-I Boys 9th/10th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb.11 04-701110-J Boys 11th/12th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb.11 Fee: $70/resident; $87/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex Girls Winter Kettering Youth Basketball Grades: 1st – 8th 04-701120-A Girls 1st/2nd Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701120-B Girls 3rd/4th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701120-C Girls 5th/6th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 04-701120-D Girls 7th/8th Grade Mon.-Sun. Dec. 4 – Feb. 11 Fee: $70/resident; $87/non-resident Location: Kettering Recreation Complex
