Fitness Fact
It’s important to stay hydrated during the game. A recent study by ASCM shows that as dehydration increased, skill performance decreased, indicating that proper hydration is necessary for peak performance on the court. So drink up and slam dunk.
Found 568 facilities, 35 programs, and 44 leagues for Basketball/Netball
Basketball Courts
Please note: Any individual can use Parks’ recreational spaces without a permit. However, if a permit holder arrives with a valid permit in hand, you must vacate the field or court. Organized play (leagues) requires a permit. Click here for an application and more information about permits.
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Please note: Some programs require advance registration and/or recreation center membership. Always call the contact number provided before attending a program.
at Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Recreation Center Recreation Center
670 Lafayette Avenue, Cross Streets: Marcy and Tompkins avenues
Phone: (718) 622-2082, Phone 2: (718) 965-6567
Afterschool Program
Monday: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
at Red Hook Recreation Center Recreation Center
155 Bay Street, Cross Streets: Henry and Clinton streets
Phone: (718) 722-3211, Phone 2: (718) 722-7105
Co-ed Basketball Clinics (Ages 5-8)
For kids ages 5-8
Start date: Oct 3, 2009
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Co-ed Basketball Clinics (Ages 9-12)
For kids ages 9-12.
Start date: Oct 3, 2009
Saturday: 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Round Ball Basketball Clinic
This clinic teaches the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, free throws, and teamwork. League play immediately follows clinics.
The class is open to kids and youth ages 8-16 years old.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.,10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
at Brownsville Recreation Center Recreation Center
1555 Linden Boulevard, Cross Streets: Mother Gaston and Christopher streets
Phone: (718) 345-2706
Basketball (JHS League Tournament)
Community junior high school students participate in a structured league tournament. The main requirement is that students, as well as coaches, must arrive and leave in shirts and ties. At the end of the tournament, each team receives awards, such as Academic, Sportsman and Best Athletic, at an awards banquet.
Tuesday: 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
The tournament runs from November through May.
Basketball Clinics
Professional players (past and present) teach kids 4-10 years-old the fundamentals of basketball. They also give lectures on the importance of education and the pitfalls of becoming a professional player.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
at North Meadow Recreation Center Recreation Center
Central Park, Cross Streets: Mid-park at 97th Street
Phone: (212) 348-4867
Field Day Kits
Use the entire field day kit or just one or two items. We provide a variety of games and sports equipment, including basketballs, handballs, whiffle balls and bats, footballs--everything you need for an individual or group outing in the park.
No pre-registration required, bring a valid photo ID. Free.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 a.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Summer Youth Invitational Basketball Tournaments
Summer: July-August
FREE, but pre-registration is required.
Monday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.,4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 10-18
at Jackie Robinson Recreation Center Recreation Center
85 Bradhurst Avenue, Cross Streets: West 146th Street & Bradhurst Avenue
Phone: (212) 234-9607, Phone 2: (212) 234-9608
Afterschool Program
This free Turn 2 Foundation-sponsored program runs during the school calendar year. The program offers music, visual arts, drama, literacy, social competency, computer courses, and sports and fitness opportunities to all registered participants.
For more information, please click on this link:
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/afterschool/asp_info.html
Team and league sports provide a great opportunity to get fit, socialize, and have fun. Some leagues are casual, while others are more competitive. Email or call the leagues below to find out more about your local team and its players.
Kips Bay Mustangs Youth Football
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Located in Kips Bay
Phone: 718.893.8254 x 306 Email
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center Youth Little League and Soccer Program
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Baseball & Soccer
Phone: (718) 882-4000
North Bronx Youth Sports Association, Inc.
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Football, Cheerleading, Basketball and Soccer
Ages 7-15
Phone: (718) 684-4903 Email
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Baseball, Girls' Softball, Basketball & Flag Football
Email
Black Men Who Care Inc.
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (917) 432-7557
Brooklyn Blizzards Youth Organization
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (646) 269-2578
Caribbean American Netball Association
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Netball
Phone: (917) 902-2830
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball/Netball
Phone: (718) 342-3407
Islanders "NetBall" Sports Club
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Netball
Phone: (718) 498-1008
J & J Tournament
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (646) 339-0754
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