penfieldyouthbasketball
Penfield Youth Basketball was established in 1999 to promote and enhance the basketball skills and sportsmanship of the youth of Penfield in a competitive and safe environment.
Annual Registration
The annual registration form may be downloaded from our website: www.pybhoops.com.
and submitted by mail starting August 1st of each year (see the form for details and deadlines). Registration and tryout information will also be announced in the Penfield Post and PCTV12. If you have additional questions you may contact us at pybhoops@gmail.com.
All tryouts are held in late September. Times and locations are usually available at the formal registration and on our website. Although the organization's goal is to provide all an opportunity to participate, due to the competitive environment and court availability we do limit the number of teams and players. Please keep in mind this is not a recreation-type program. It was established for the competitive-minded youth who has a desire to better their skill level in basketball and aspires to continue to play at higher levels. Cuts maybe necessary at the 5/6 and 7/8 grade level. Cuts are not made at the 3rd/4th grade level for boys and girls unless the number of registrants exceeds the program's ability to accommodate them. This is determined by having an adequate number of coaches and adequate gym space. In the past, there have been at least 2 teams of boys and girls at each level.
Approximately 150 + youth of Penfield participate in the program each year. Participation is limited to Town of Penfield residents or Penfield Public School attendees. Team rosters are usually set at a maximum of 12 players per team although this may vary at the coach's discretion.
How long is the season? How often are practices? Where?
The number of games played in a season varies by gender and grade level. The
typical number of games during a season is:
7th - 8th Grade: 40-50
5th - 6th Grade: 35-40
3rd - 4th Grade: Skills building 8 to 12 games depending upon tournament and
league schedule.
This includes tournaments and league games.
What about playing time?
For both boys and girls the following is the policy for playing time:
Grade/Time
3rd/4th - Equal time for all
5th/6th - Mandatory 4 minutes each half. Time is essentially split as much as possible
7th/8th - Coach's discretion. Usually attempt to provide ample opportunity to play.
Can a player "play up"?
"Playing up" is not encouraged, however in special circumstances with the coach's and parent's agreement a player may play at a higher grade level.
What kind of commitment is expected of players and parents?
Please keep in mind this is not a recreation-type program. It was established for the competitive-minded youth who has a desire to better their skill level in basketball and aspires to continue to play at higher levels. In an effort to have a successful, competitive program, we need athletes who are committed to learning the game, raising their level of play and consistently attending
practices and games. You must also be flexible during the year. Games and practices often change at the last minute. Tournament schedules often are not finalized until the day before play begins. The program needs active parent support to be successful. Each team is responsible to set up concessions and tear-down at least one home game at Bay Trail during the year. Volunteers are also needed for our Annual Three-on-Three Tournament, a major fund-raiser for the organization.
All players and parents will be required to sign a code of conduct representing the organization's beliefs in appropriate competitive behavior as a condition of participation and attendance at games and practices. Players may suffer severe consequences if there are repeated violations of this code.
Are there volunteer opportunities?
Please inform your respective coach if you are interested in volunteering for any of the following opportunities to assist: