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Elmwood- Murdock Youth Activities

Elmwood- Murdock Youth Activities

Knightstars Basketball Program

The Knightstars Basketball program is designed for players of all skill levels. Our goal is to provide a competitive, organized and enjoyable opportunity for youth to play the game of basketball. We ensure that each and every youth that plays in our program is able to improve their skills and enjoy the sport of basketball. We teach basic basketball fundamentals along with reinforcing life skills and values such as honesty, work ethic, leadership, teamwork and good sportsmanship.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Parent(s) must reside in the Elmwood-Murdock School District to be eligible for our programs or attend the Elmwood-Murdock School District. If you do not reside in the Elmwood-Murdock School District, please do NOT register for this youth program.

Players must be registered by parent, custodian or legal guardian.

Please note that there is a $50 non-refundable fee per participant on each registration.

You are required two work two concession stand shifts per child or donate $100.00 per child during your registration if you choose not to volunteer for concession duties.

Please register your child in their current grade when registering for the Knightstars Basketball program. If the correct grade is not offered for your child, please contact Meagann Schweitzer at 402-660-3365 or [email protected] and we will put the correct grade in your cart.

If requesting a scholarship, DO NOT register online. Please contact any Board Member and we will assist with your registration process.

HOW TO REGISTER

Click Here to create a EM Knightstars account and register online.

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KNIGHTSTARS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

EM Knightstars scholarship program allows children of families in need to participate.

Scholarship requests must be made by contacting a Board Member. Contact information can be found on the About Us Page.
All scholarship requests must be made and fees paid by the last day of the open registration period. Speak with any Board Member for more information.

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FAQ's

When is Knightstars basketball season?
This program runs from November thru March depending on tournament dates.

Who can participate?
Knightstars is offered for boys and girls in grades 3rd-8th.

What is the time commitment?
Typically, the teams will practice one (1) time per week and play games on Saturday and Sundays depending on gym availability. Some coaches also host open gym times for youth to have extra time to work on basic skills.

What equipment do I need?
Basketball shoes - that are only worn when playing inside the gym and black shorts. The league provides jerseys. We ask each player to bring their own water bottle to practices and games. The league also provides the basketballs to utilize during practice and game times.

What size ball do I need?
3rd and 4th grades (girls and boys) will use a 27.5" youth ball. 5th-8th grades (girls and boys) will use a 28.5" women's size ball.

What is the rim height?
3rd grade girls will play at 8'rims with 3rd grade boys and 4th grade girls at 9'rims. All other grades will play using 10' rims. If a school does not have the capability to lower to a certain height, hoop inserts will be used.

How are teams selected?
The players are divided up into teams by the coaches with the goal to establish equally competitive teams.

How are coaches selected?
Volunteer coaches are utilized. The basketball board will select coaches from those who express interest on their participants registration form or from other adults who express interest in volunteering in the program.

How is playing time decided? All players will get playing time in each game unless there has been an attendance issue at practices. If a youth misses a practice, the coaching staff can decide on the amount of playing time for that youth during the upcoming game.