ignite sparks

for 3rd & 4th grade boys

ignite sparks

Ignite Sparks is a specialized spring training program for 3rd & 4th grade boys that builds core basketball fundamentals while preparing players for competitive travel team opportunities in the future. This program combines skill development with scrimmages and in-house games. Players will gain the fundamentals, confidence, and game understanding they need to step into the travel environment with excitement and confidence.

For 3rd Grade Boys: A great place to start!

For 4th Grade Boys: Great for those nearing readiness for competitive travel play, wanting to build a strong base first

Program Summary:

  • When: Aug 23 - Oct 11 (7 weeks)

  • What: Practice & gameplay guided experience - 2x/week

  • Who: 3rd & 4th Grade Boys (incoming 2026-27 school year)

  • Cost: $625

  • How: Tryouts, invitations & referrals

  • Limited Spots: We will only be hosting one Ignite Sparks group

SOLD OUT

Why Ignite Sparks?

Development is not an overnight process.

4th grade

12th grade

nine years of

hard work later

Early skill development builds long-term growth.

Our program director, Coach Jana, brings 25 years of professional coaching experience into designing this foundational program. Athletes won’t be run through random drills, they’ll be taught how to play the game. Great habits built early show up big time for players down the road.

Main teaching focuses;

  1. Ball control

  2. Footwork & balance

  3. Shooting mechanics & proper form

  4. Defensive positioning & communication skills

  5. Decision-making in live play

Prepare, prosper, perform.

Basketball can feel chaotic. But we have a plan. We expect athletes to graduate from Ignite Sparks with a growing passion for the game, visible progress in skills, and a newfound confidence as they head into the next chapter of their athletic careers.

HOW IT WORKS

Ignite Sparks will run for 7 weeks, starting on August 23 and ending on October 11. This program is 3rd & 4th grade boys. . The cost is $625, and each player receives a game T-shirt along with practice & game participation. Both practices and in-house games will take place at the times & locations listed below.

MONDAYS

6:30-7:45 PM

WEDNESDAYS

6:30-7:45 PM

PRACTICES

Practices will be focused on the following areas;

  1. Ball control

  2. Footwork & balance

  3. Shooting mechanics & proper form

  4. Defensive positioning & communication skills

  5. Decision-making in live play

GAMES

Games will be ran in-house & operated with a scoreboard, but there will be occasional stoppages for teaching moments & guided situations.

Game dates will be announced after registration is finalized.

JOIN IGNITE SPARKS

We have a limited number of spots in this program to ensure quality of development. We kindly ask that you review your schedule before committing, and be sure your athlete has the capacity between Sparks their other sport engagements in the fall to play.

Program Requirements:

  • Athletes must be entering 3rd or 4th grade for the 2026-27 school year

  • Athletes must be coachable, and interested in learning basketball

SOLD OUT

QUESTIONS?

jbalis@ignitehoops.com

Jana Balis

tyler@ignitehoops.com

Tyler Guest

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