Basketball Programs

basketball cover.jpgSports Coordinator
Connie Johnson

(302) 736-7095

email: CJohnson[at symbol]dover.de.us



For Her Girls Basketball   *Girls grades 3 - 8*

It's back!  Our girls only basketball skills & fundamentals program returns this April.  Girls will have the chance to learn fundamentals and skills in a fun and safe environment. *This is not a league, this session will teach fundamentals and skill while allowing the girls to a fun time doing it.  Take place at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.

Wednesdays: April 9 - May 14   

Time: 6 - 7:30 PM

Activity Fee: $30

Register at: For Her Basketball


Hooping It Up   *Eligible birth years: 2011 - 2017*

Basketball fundamentals taught in a fun & safe environment.  Kids will use junior size basketballs (provided).  Kids will be divided into 2 age groups, be sure to register for the correct age group.  Taking place at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.

Fridays: May 2 - 30

Activity Fee: $25

Registration Link: Group 1 - 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017: Time: 5 - 6:30 PM

Registration Link:  Group 2 - 2011, 2012 & 2013: Time: 6:45 - 8:15 PM


Hot Shot Basketball Camp               Ages 8 – 14 (co-ed)

Hot Shot Basketball Camp will be a bouncing, passing, dribbling good time as kids will work on basketball fundamentals in a fun, stress free atmosphere.  City of Dover staff will lead this four (4) day camp being held inside at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.  Activity Fee: $100

Campers should bring water bottles/drinks and their lunch to camp each day.  Pre-registration is required.  

      Activity #:  SC - Hot Shot Basketball

      Days:  Monday – Thursday

      Dates: July 7 -10

      Time:    9 am – 3 pm










Youth Summer Basketball League

Our co-ed youth basketball league is geared for fun and an exciting way to learn the fundamentals of    basketball.  The league fills quickly, so sign up fast!   One weeknight practice and games scheduled for    Saturdays.  In games, all players participate with equal playing time requirements.  All taking place at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.   (League dates are subject for change.)      Activity Fee:  $50

Practices begin:  June 16         Games begin: June 28

Age Divisions & Practice Nights

Pee Wee Division                Youth born in 2018 & 2019          Practice Night: Mondays

Bantam Division                  Youth born in 2016 & 2017          Practice Night: Mondays

Intermediate Division           Youth born in 2014 & 2015          Practice Night: Tuesdays

Junior Division                    Youth born in 2012 & 2013          Practice Night: Tuesdays

 

 

For Her Basketball summer camp dates - coming soon!

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Register online: https://cityofdover.recdesk.com/Community/Member/Login   

Or in person at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.     For additional details, call (302) 674-7541

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Please check your email and/or online account with us for team assignment & game schedules.


Rosters are not posted online.

We are in need of volunteer coaches, please contact Connie Johnson by calling (302) 674-7541

or via email: cjohnson@dover.de.us.  It’s really rewarding and we have tools to help you along the way!




Click here for     2022 Youth Basketball League Rules     

Parents: Our rules are different to enforce learning so please become familiar with our league rules.  


  Interested in volunteering as a coach?  Please call Connie Johnson at (302) 736-7095 

SMART WHISTLES PROGRAM  
All Volunteer Youth Coaches Must Undergo a Background Check 

As part of our assurance to quality programming and to keep our children safe, we require all volunteers to undergo a background check. Protecting our children is paramount to us and we know you as well. The forms below are the first two steps in becoming a volunteer in our programs.  All information is confidential. 

Automatic Disqualifiers For Youth Sports Volunteers  

Volunteer Background Disclosure Form  


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PLEASE NOTE OUR BAG POLICY: 

Bags are not permitted to be carried into the gym, this includes all activities, classes and leagues.  Bags must be placed in a locker (bring a lock) or left in your vehicle.  Bags may not be left on the lobby or restroom floors at any time.  Bags are defined at the discretion of facility staff and include backpacks, gym bags, large purses, grocery bags and coolers. 


General Information
Phone Numbers
302-674-7541 302-736-7050
Emergencies: Dial 911
Location
10 Electric Avenue
Dover,
DE
19904