Premier Hoops just completed the successful 3-Day Thanksgiving Tune-Up Clinic in which young athletes were prepared for basketball tryouts that start in most schools this upcoming week. Participants went through a rigorous training program that improved conditioning, and taught basketball fundamentals needed to become successful.
Now that December is here, Premier Hoops has some exciting programs lined up to keep you in tip-top shape during the winter. Please read below!
Beginning December 1st!!!
ALL BOYS JUNIOR PREMIER LEAGUE NORTH SHORE (BOYS AGES 7-10)
Rated as the top youth skills development league in Massachusetts, the All Boys Junior Premier League is the North Shore’s most exiting basketball program.
During the first hour, participants will conduct drills which focus on ball-handling, passing, shooting, layups, and the art of the pick and roll. The first hour will also consist of mini-scrimmages which will focus on these techniques.
During the second hour, it is time to ball! Players are divided into teams and expected to implement the fundamentals taught by the coaching staff. Games will be highly competitive and fun and will build upon talent, technique, and confidence with each week that passes. This league is frequently sold out, so make sure to sign-up as soon as possible!
WHO: Boys Ages 7-10
WHEN: Monday Nights 5:00-7:00pm
DATES: December 1, 8, 15 (22 and 29 off); January 5, 12, (19 off), 26; February 2,
9
WHERE: JCC, 4 Community Road, Marblehead, MA 01945
*Please note that every participant receives a reversible game jersey!
Beginning December 7th!!!
SUNDAY WINTER TRAINING LEAGUE (Cambridge, MA)
A brand new program offered by Premier Hoops in Cambridge, MA, the Sunday Winter Training League is a skill development program which is sure to enhance the fundamentals of young boys and girls who wish to become better basketball players.
You will learn how to master the triple-thereat position and the intricate footwork which is involved in the stance. When you receive a pass, you don’t want to look lost and afraid. Learn how to shoot, pass, and dribble with confidence and
success.
You will also learn how to become an effective ball-handler so you are able to advance the ball up the court without fear of having your pocket picked by the defense.
Premier Hoops and the coaching staff will work on improving your conditioning and overall strength so you can be productive on the court for long periods of time.
Scrimmages will also take place during the Sunday Winter Training League. Be sure to check out this great new program offered by Premier Hoops in Cambridge, MA!
WHO: 4-8 Grade Boys and Girls
WHEN: Sunday Nights
TIME: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
DATES: December 7th – February 22nd
Dec 7, 14, (21 & 28 off); Jan 4, 11, 18, 25; Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
WHERE: Shady Hill School – Address: 56 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Please check the blog again soon to find out more exiting winter programs offered by Premier Hoops!
Contributing writer Jasen Sousa for Premier Hoops is the author of a number of poetry and fiction books for young people. Jasen has an M.F.A. in Creative Writing and is a life-long participant and fan of the game of basketball.