I. What is it:
A free to register and play summer basketball youth league that aims to unite community and engage our youth with a positive basketball experience in the City of Hoboken, NJ
a. Racial and geographical diversity on each team
b. Community leaders being present and available to help coach teams
c. Organized schedule and updated standings and stats on mobile app
II. Where is it:
Hoboken, NJ (Multiple basketball courts will be used around the city)
III. Who will play:
Hoboken residents only
i. Ages 8-10 will play together
Mondays & Wednesdays 4-6pm
ii. Ages 11-14 will play together
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6pm
iii. Ages 15-17 will play together
Wednesdays 5-7pm
IV. When is it:
a. The league will start on Monday July 12th
b. Games will be played M-Thur from 4pm-7pm
V. Community Involvement:
a. Coaches of each team will consist of 1 Hoboken adult resident and 1 Hoboken Fire or Hoboken Police member
b. We will invite local HHA staff and board commissioners as well as city council people to attend and be guest coaches
c. We will have local restaurants and businesses sponsor awards and prizes
VI. Informative and Motivational Speaker Series
a. Local college coaches
b. Motivational speakers
c. Collegiate Compliance Officer – NCAA Eligibility
d. Parents seminars
e. Professional and high-level college players
f. Entertainment performances
i. Dave Hopla - Shooting World Record Holder
ii. Black Jack Ryan – Dribbling World Holder
g. Police and Fire Chiefs
h. Local govt officials
VII. End of the Season Championship Night
a. Food and beverages for all involved
b. DJ with live music
c. Trophies and gear for winning teams
