YMCA Basketball Skills Academy - Girls (Grades 3-5)
1000 Grove St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Description
YMCA Basketball Skills Academy - Girls (Grades 3-5)Did you know? The Y invented basketball in 1891 and serves over 1 million youth sports participants annually. Our sports programs emphasize fun, safety and positive, equal play. Led by McGaw's Sports and Courts Manager, George Washington, who brings his collegiate basketball background and over 15 years of coaching experience to the program, the Girls Basketball Skills Academy helps youth learn and hone fundamentals to feel confident in game play. Experience the Y Sports difference where we emphasize each participant's time with the ball, high repetitions and inclusive game play. Each session will include a warm-up, designated skill focus, tactical development and integration of the session's lessons into game play. YMCA Girls Basketball Skills Academy participants will grow in the following essential skills:Week 1: Dribbling - ball control, eyes up, left/right handsWeek 2: Passing - chest pass, bounce pass, over-head passing, skip passWeek 3: Triple threat - jump stop, jab step, cross-stepWeek 4: Lay-ups - footwork and dribbling progressionWeek 5: Shooting - form and technique, partner shooting drillsWeek 6: Rebounding - boxing out, body positioningWeek 7: Defensive concepts - techniques, body positioning communicationWeek 8: Offensive concepts - picks, offensive motionsFinancial assistance is available for McGaw Y members.For more information, please contact info@mcgawymca.org.McGaw YMCA - Belong to more than just a gym! Become a member and discover how your gym membership impacts the community and drives positive health and social outcomes.
| Start Date | End Date | Weekdays | Start Age | End Age | Start Time | End Time | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Jan,2027 | 12 Mar,2027 | Sun | 1 | 18 | N/A | N/A | Register |