The Jr NBA Rookie Division curriculum meets the standards set by Canadian Sport For Life and was created through a collaboration between the NBA and Sport Canada. Its primary objectives are to teach basic movement skills and fundamental athletic abilities, which include:

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• Throwing (shooting, passing, releasing the ball)

• Catching

• Basic basketball skills

• Basketball geography (understanding locations on the court and their significance)

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Each practice session follows this structure:

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• Introduction and goal setting

• Warm-up exercises

• Basketball-focused activities

• Cool down and conclusion

 

The program also focuses on maximizing basketball touches by having a ball for each participant to ensure every player gets a chance to handle the ball through the introduction of exciting game based drills providing players with the most enjoyable experience possible.

 

The Jr NBA Rookie division Grade 2/3 level also includes a 3 on 3 game component allowing players at a more advanced skill level to apply the skills they have acquired in an introductory competition setting.

If you have any questions please contact the TCYBA Registrar at registrar@tcyba.org