August 31 - spots are filling up but there is space still available in most programs.
For U14 Bantam Boys, we are taking players on the waitlist, if we can add enough, we will open another session for them.
Overview
The Kingston Impact Basketball Academy is a continuation of the traditional House League originally developed by Barry O'Connor and the former Kingston Pacers Basketball Club.
Philosophy
FUN, Fun and more Fun. Make friends, learn basic movement, basketball specific skills and participate in fitness related activities. Develop a love of sport for life!!
The Academy promotes an active lifestyle by providing a positive experience in sport. To that end, we want all players to experience the fun of being a contributing member of a team while gaining confidence by learning new skills and applying them to various games situations.
Program Focus
- Fundamentals of movement
- Age specific drills
- We believe team tactics are not necessary but an age appropriate understanding of the game is.
- Try to assure equal match ups whenever possible for positive development
- Fundamentals
- Ball handling
- Passing
- Shooting
- Lay-ups
- Individual offense/defense
- Stance and movement
- Court markings, rules of the game and basketball terminology
- Encourage fair play and teamwork.
- Focus on Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)
Programs
We are huge proponents of developmentally appropriate programs. This year we will offer the following. Please click on the program for more information.
| Program | Gender | Age | Birth Year | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | co-ed | 5-7 | 2016-2018 | An early introduction to basketball based focusing on physical movement and fun small sided games/activities. |
| Novice Girls | F | 8-10 | 2013-2015 | A follow up to the Mini program, it focuses on skill development for female athletes in a fun environment. |
| Bantam Girls | F | 11-13 | 2010-2012 | Introduces female athletes to more advanced basketball skills and more competition. |
| Novice Boys | M | 8-9 | 2014-2015 | A follow up to the Mini program, this focuses on skill development in a fun environment. |
| Atom Boys | M | 10-11 | 2012-2013 | Introduces male athletes to more advanced basketball skills and more competition. |
| Bantam Boys | M | 12-13 | 2010-2011 | An extension to the Atom Boys, the Bantam Boys continues more advanced basketball skill development in an age appropriate manner. |
For further information please click on the link for each program. Ages are of January 1st of the current year.
Equipment
- Players are to wear comfortable clothing, shorts, socks and indoor running shoes.
- An Academy reversible jersey is required to participate. These will be included in the registration fee and handed out during the 1st session.
- NOTE: Players are required to bring their own basketball to each session. Basketballs are included in the player fee and will be distributed during the 1st session.
REGISTRATION
Registration for last year's participants will be sent out via email during the evening of Wednesday August 9.
General registration will open Wednesday Aug 16 at noon.
Volunteers
To prepare for our upcoming season, we are looking for volunteers to help provide the best and safest experience for our athletes. If you are interested, please declare your interest using the following form.
Student Leaders
Are you a current student and looking to get involved in helping run our Academy? Please check out the job description and apply.
Schedule
For your convenience, here is the intended detailed week by week schedule. It will be updated as the season evolves.
