The Jr. Gael Mini program provides an entry-level basketball program for young children 5 to 7 years old by providing a fun, active and healthy learning environment.

Objectives

• Provide entry-level basketball program for young children 5 to 7 years old
• Build a community of league organizers, parents, coaches committed to minor basketball
• Provide a fun, active and healthy learning environment

Curriculum

• The Mini program runs once a week for approximately 45 minutes.
• Created in alliance with Canadian Sport 4 Life/Long Term Athlete Development initiatives. 
• Aligned with Canada Basketball's Developmental Pathway
• Curriculum has been developed by NBA Basketball Operations and a team of experts in child development and physical literacy, and basketball fundamentals
• Games will be modified to be age-appropriate, simple and fun

Our Equipment & Uniform

• The Mini program includes age-appropriate equipment (smaller basketball and lowered adjustable hoops) 
  and modified games for children of this age-range
• Participants will receive a size-appropriate basketball to keep.
• All players MUST purchase a Jr Gaels reversible jersey but in future years will be able to continue to use it.