🏀 SPORTS OF ALL SORTS YOUTH ASSOCIATION

RECREATIONAL YOUTH BASKETBALL

FUN • FITNESS • FELLOWSHIP

The Sports of All Sorts Youth Association (SOASYA) Recreational Youth Basketball Program is designed to promote the development of children on and off the basketball court.

Our program is built around the belief that athletics can teach children valuable life lessons, including sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, responsibility, confidence, and respect.

“Teaching young athletes life’s lessons and values through athletics while focusing on FUN, FITNESS & FELLOWSHIP as our key principles.”

This philosophy is the foundation of our recreational basketball program.

🏀 PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Our Recreational Youth Basketball Program is available for boys and girls ages 5 through 18.

Each season provides players with an opportunity to learn, develop, compete, make new friends, and enjoy the game of basketball in a positive and encouraging environment.

Season Format

• 10 regular-season games
  • 8 Saturday games
  • 2 weeknight games
• One-and-Out End-of-Season Tournament
• Approximately 9 weeks
• Professional, certified game officials
• Practices held during the week
• Volunteer coaches who are committed to helping young athletes develop

The goal of our recreational program is to provide an organized, competitive, and enjoyable basketball experience while helping players develop at an age-appropriate level.

🏀 DIVISIONS & PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

UNDER 7 — CO-ED

The Under 7 Division is a co-ed division designed to introduce young athletes to the game of basketball.

Players focus on:

• Basic basketball fundamentals
• Dribbling
• Passing
• Shooting
• Footwork
• Teamwork
• Sportsmanship
• Learning the basic rules of the game

Basketball Goal Height: 8-foot rims

The emphasis at this age is on learning, participation, confidence, and having fun.

UNDER 9 — BOYS & GIRLS

The Under 9 Division offers separate boys and girls divisions when participation numbers allow. Girls may also elect to play in the boys division.

If there are not enough girls to form a separate girls division, players may be combined into a co-ed division.

Players continue developing their fundamental skills while beginning to learn basic basketball tactics and concepts.

Development includes:

• Ball handling
• Passing
• Shooting
• Defensive fundamentals
• Spacing
• Basic offensive concepts
• Introduction to basketball strategy

Basketball Goal Height: 9-foot rims

UNDER 11 — BOYS & GIRLS

The Under 11 Division offers separate boys and girls divisions when participation numbers allow. Girls may also elect to play in the boys division.

If there are not enough girls to form a separate girls division, players will be placed in the boys/co-ed division.

At this level, players continue to strengthen their fundamental skills while receiving additional instruction in strategy, teamwork, and game tactics.

Defensive Development

To encourage players to develop a well-rounded understanding of defense:

• Teams play zone defense during the first half
• Teams play man-to-man defense during the second half

Basketball Goal Height: 10-foot rims

UNDER 13 — BOYS & GIRLS

The Under 13 Division offers separate boys and girls divisions when participation numbers allow. Girls may also elect to play in the boys division.

If there are not enough girls to form a separate girls division, players will be placed in the boys/co-ed division.

This division follows Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) rules and guidelines, except where specifically modified by the Sports of All Sorts Youth Association League Rule Handbook.

Players continue developing:

• Advanced fundamentals
• Team concepts
• Offensive and defensive strategy
• Game awareness
• Position-specific skills
• Competitive basketball skills

UNDER 15 & UNDER 19 — BOYS/CO-ED

The Under 15 and Under 19 divisions offer boys/co-ed competition.

These divisions follow Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) rules and guidelines, except where specifically modified by the Sports of All Sorts Youth Association League Rule Handbook.

Players at these levels have the opportunity to continue developing their basketball skills while competing in a structured recreational league environment.

🏆 SEASON EXPERIENCE

Our Recreational Basketball Program provides a complete season experience designed to give players multiple opportunities to practice, compete, learn, and improve.

Each season includes:

🏀 10 Regular-Season Games
🏀 8 Saturday Games
🏀 2 Weeknight Games
🏀 One-and-Out End-of-Season Tournament
🏀 Approximately 9 Weeks of Basketball
🏀 Weekly Practices
🏀 Certified Game Officials
🏀 Awards & Recognition

🎟️ GAME ADMISSION

As noted on our program flyers and advertisements, admission is charged for Recreational Basketball games.

Admission fees help offset the cost of the officials who work each game.

Our basketball officials are National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) certified and trained, and many also officiate high school freshman, junior varsity, and varsity basketball games throughout the area.

Your admission helps us provide qualified officials and maintain a professionally organized game experience for our players and families.

💳 WHERE YOUR REGISTRATION FEE GOES

Your league registration fee helps cover the costs associated with operating the program, including:

• Player T-shirts
• Awards
• Insurance
• Court usage
• Practice facilities
• Game facilities
• League administration
• Other program-related expenses

Our goal is to provide families with a well-organized basketball experience while maintaining a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for every participant.

👥 HOW TEAMS ARE FORMED

Sports of All Sorts Youth Association makes every effort to create balanced and enjoyable teams while honoring player and coach requests whenever possible.

Teams are formed using the following process:

1. COACH REQUEST

If a player would like to play for a specific coach, we will make every effort to place that player with the requested coach, provided the coach has not reached the maximum number of players allowed and other team-placement considerations permit the request.

2. PLAYER REQUEST

We understand that players often want to play with their friends.

When possible, we will honor player requests and place friends together, provided the requested player registers and there are no other restrictions that prevent the request from being accommodated.

3. GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

When coach and player requests cannot be accommodated, we may consider geographical location.

Whenever possible, players may be placed with other players who live near their home or attend the same or nearby schools. This can help players connect with classmates, neighbors, and other children in their community.

4. BLIND DRAFT

When the previous placement methods cannot be fulfilled, teams may be formed using an equal-balance drafting process.

Players remaining in the division are organized into groups based on factors such as age and gender, and teams are formed by selecting players from each group in an effort to create balanced rosters.

IMPORTANT TEAM PLACEMENT INFORMATION

While we make every reasonable effort to accommodate requests, requests are not guaranteed.

Team placement may be affected by:

• Division size
• Number of teams
• Roster limits
• Coach requests
• Player requests
• Age and gender distribution
• Competitive balance
• Other league considerations

Our priority is to create an organized and balanced experience for all players.

🏀 BECOME A VOLUNTEER COACH

Our recreational basketball program depends on volunteer coaches who are willing to give their time and energy to help young athletes learn and enjoy the game.

If you have ever wanted to become more involved in your child’s athletic experience, coaching can be a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact.

HEAD COACH BENEFIT

Head coaches receive a 50% discount on their child’s registration fee when their child plays on the team they coach.

More importantly, coaches have the opportunity to help players develop skills, confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game.

📋 COACHES MEETING & TEAM INFORMATION

Following registration and team formation, coaches participate in a Coaches Meeting.

During the meeting, important information is reviewed, including:

• League rules
• Team rosters
• Game procedures
• Coaches’ responsibilities
• Player expectations
• Spectator expectations
• Codes of conduct
• Safety procedures
• Practice scheduling

Coaches are also given the opportunity to request a practice day and time that works with their schedule.

Practice times are assigned based on availability and league scheduling considerations.

📞 MEET YOUR COACH

After teams are formed and the Coaches Meeting has been completed, coaches will be asked to contact the players and families on their roster.

Families will receive information regarding:

• Coach’s name
• Coach’s contact information
• Practice day
• Practice time
• Other important team information

Parents can also use the “FIND MY CHILD’S COACH” link to view their child’s assigned coach and, once the Coaches Meeting has been completed, the team’s scheduled practice day and time.

🌟 MORE THAN JUST BASKETBALL

At Sports of All Sorts Youth Association, we believe youth sports should be about more than winning and losing.

Our Recreational Basketball Program gives young athletes an opportunity to:

🏀 Learn the Game
💪 Build Confidence
🤝 Develop Teamwork
⭐ Learn Sportsmanship
🎯 Develop Discipline
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Build Friendships
❤️ Have Fun

Our mission is simple: help young athletes grow through athletics while creating an environment centered around FUN, FITNESS & FELLOWSHIP.

📧 QUESTIONS & MORE INFORMATION

For additional information about the Sports of All Sorts Youth Association Recreational Basketball Program, please contact:

Brad Wing

Assistant Director, Sports of All Sorts

Email: [email protected]

Perry Wing

Director, Sports of All Sorts Youth Association

Email: [email protected]