Sedona AZ (October 12, 2019) – Grasshopper basketball registration opens Oct. 21. Grasshopper basketball league is for youth in grades 1-6. This is a low-pressure co-ed league with an emphasis placed on skills development, good sportsmanship, positive encouragement and teaching the rules and fundamentals of basketball. Whether you are a player, coach or parent, we offer a fun and fulfilling season for all.
Registration runs Oct. 21 through Nov. 7.
The registration fee is $35 per player. A $3 discount is offered for additional siblings. To register, visit SedonaAZ.Gov/Parks or the Sedona Parks and Recreation office located at 525 Posse Ground Rd. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Practices and games are held at the West Sedona School Gymnasium. Practices begin the week of Nov. 25 and will be conducted 1-2 times per week. Practice days and times will be scheduled Monday- Thursday between 3 and 7 p.m. and last no longer than one hour. Games are played on Saturdays and will run Jan. 4 through March 14.
The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking volunteer coaches for the season. No experience needed, just time and willingness to help. Coaching tools and resources are provided. Coaches are essential for a successful season; if teams do not have a coach, some prospective players may not be able to participate. If you are interested contact Dawn Norman, recreation and aquatics supervisor, at 928-203-5077 or dnorman@sedonaaz.gov.