Swanton Recreation Owls Basketball INFO

This is general information on the recreation programs that are offered each year.  This is not the page to register on, please check registration dates below to find out when registration opens.  When registration is open you will find the registration page under the "Youth Sports" Column on the Program Listing under the Register Tab above.

Winter athletics run for 10 weeks, often December-February
Basketball
Registration is open September 1- November 1
*ABSOLUTELY NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED*

Our youth basketball program offers age-appropriate instruction that focuses on skill development, movement, teamwork, and fun in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
  • Itty-Bitty (Ages 3–4): An introduction to basketball basics like dribbling, passing, and shooting while developing hand-eye coordination and burning energy through play. No competitions are held.
  • Pre-K / Kindergarten: Players learn core basketball fundamentals through fun, themed games and weekly skill progression. Small-sided gameplay and basic fitness movements are introduced to build confidence and coordination. No competitions are held.
  • Grades 1–2: A fun, inclusive introduction to basketball emphasizing participation, skill development, confidence, and teamwork. In-house games begin mid-season to apply learned skills in a supportive setting.
  • Grades 3–4: Players build on individual skills while learning simple team concepts, offense and defense fundamentals, sportsmanship, and working together—always with an emphasis on having fun, win or lose.
 
 
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