Basketball season runs approximately December through February for players in grades K-8. Open to players who reside in the SAU 16 District.
PreK & Kindergarten Players
Practice/play as a group for one hour on Saturday mornings (Swasey). The first half practicing individual skills and basketball
fundamentals. The second half a structured game with the hoops
lowered. The goal is to introduce the game of basketball to young
players, working on the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting and
playing together.
1st & 2nd Grade Players
Play on coed teams. Practice/play for one hour Saturday mornings
(Swasey Central School) with an optional mid-week practice. The first half of games
will be set for practicing individual skills and basketball
fundamentals. The second half a structured game with the hoops
lowered. The goal is to introduce the game of basketball to young
players, working on the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting and
playing together as a team. Coaches instruct players during games as
well as practice time.
3rd & 4th Grade Players
For the 2023-24 basketball season grades 3rd-4th will be playing in the Stratham Recreation League. Travel might be required and games will be on Saturdays with one mid-week practice.
5th-8th Grade Players
For the 2023-24 basketball season grades 7th-8th will be playing in the Lamprey River League. Games take place on either Saturdays or Sundays with one mid week practice.
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