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This program is open to basketball players in 3rd-4th & 5th-6th grades.

Southern Maine Hoops League Boys Travel Basketball Grades 3rd-6th


Our 3-4th and 5th-6th grades boys will be participating in the Southern Maine Hoops League. This program is designed for athletes who would like to participate in a more competitive league in the Southern Maine area.

Participation in this program includes an evaluation process. All players interested in playing on the OOB Travel Team in the Southern Maine Hoops League are required to attend the evaluation.

Participants that do not make the SMHL travel team will have the opportunity to be placed on our recreational team that will participate in games with other local area rec teams. We offer basketball opportunities for everyone and every skill level.

Season Information
Regular Season Start Date: November 16th/17th Weekend
Regular Season End Date: January 18th/19th Weekend
Championship Weekend: February 7th/8th Weekend
Off Weekends: November 30th/Decembers 1st & December 28th/29th Weekends
Regular Season Games: 14

Evaluations for 2024-2025 Season
Evaluation Date: Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Evaluation Location: Loranger Gym
Evaluation Time by Age Groups:
3rd & 4th Grade Boys: 9am-10am
5th & 6th Grade Boys: 10:30am-11:30am
Evaluation Fee: $70 (will be applied to team fee)
Registration is required.  The last day to register for travel evaluations is Saturday, October 26th.

Registration fee for the 2024-2025 season
  • Season fee: $180
  • Season fee includes cost for referees, uniforms, and league registration.
  • $70 is due at registration for evaluations.  This fee will be applied towards the $180 SMHL fee if your child makes the team after evaluations.  If your child is not selected, the $70 evaluation fee will be applied to cover the cost of the local rec travel team ($70). 

  • If your child does not make the SMHL travel team and you decide NOT to register them for the local recreation travel team, your $70 evaluation fee will be refunded or applied to your account as an account credit.

  • No refunds or credits will be offered to anyone that is assigned to a team but quits once teams have been announced.


Girls and Boys Local Rec Travel Basketball Grades 3rd-6th

Our 3-4th and 5th-6th grade girls will be participating in a local rec travel basketball league.  This is an exciting and inclusive program designed to give young athletes an opportunity to learn, develop, and enjoy the game of basketball.  This program will emphasize skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and having fun.  

Registration is required.  The last day to register for local rec travel is Friday, November 8th, 2024.

Registration fee for the 2024-2025 season
  • Season fee: $70
  • Season fee includes cost for referees, uniforms, and league registration.
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Clinics Pre- K through 2nd Grade
Program Overview:
The Pre-K through 2nd Grade Basketball Clinic is a six-week program designed to introduce young children to the fundamentals of basketball while emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This program is open to children from Pre-K (ages 3-5) through 2nd grade, providing a fun and engaging environment for them to learn and grow in the sport.

Program Goals:

Skill Building: Develop basic basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense.
Teamwork: Foster teamwork and cooperation through drills and group activities.
Fun and Engagement: Create a positive and enjoyable experience that encourages a lifelong love for basketball.
Sportsmanship: Teach the values of fair play, respect, and good sportsmanship both on and off the court.

Anticipated Program Plan for Pre-K:
Parent/guardian involvement**
9 active sport specific stations that rotate every 4-5 minutes
Group game at the end of each session

Anticipated Program Schedule for Kindergarten - 2nd grade:

Week 1 - Introduction and Basics
Introduction to basketball
Basic dribbling techniques
Fun dribbling games
Week 2 - Passing and Catching
Passing fundamentals
Catching the ball
Passing and catching drills
Week 3 - Shooting
Shooting fundamentals
Shooting practice
Shooting games
Week 4 - Defense and Footwork
Basic defensive stance
Defensive drills and activities
Team defense concepts
Week 5 - Teamwork and Scrimmage
Introduction to teamwork
Small-sided games
Scrimmage with coaching guidance
Week 6 - Final Games and Celebration

ADDITIONAL NOTES****
1st & 2nd Grade Games: 1st and 2nd graders may have up to 2 scheduled games throughout the program to apply the skills they've learned in a game setting.

***Register and pay before December 1st to gurarantee a jersey***

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Local Rec Travel League-3rd & 4th Grade Boys 
N/A 3 - 4   11/01/2024 - 02/08/2025

$70.00 Fee
 
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Local Rec Travel League-3rd & 4th Grade Girls 
N/A 3 - 4   11/01/2024 - 02/08/2025

$70.00 Fee
 
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Local Rec Travel League-5th & 6th Grade Boys 
N/A 5 - 6   11/01/2024 - 02/08/2025

$70.00 Fee
 
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Local Rec Travel League-5th & 6th Grade Girls 
N/A 5 - 6   11/01/2024 - 02/08/2025

$70.00 Fee
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