Phoenix Team Makeup
The Phoenix program will consist of as many teams as there are interested participants and coaches. All coaches are encouraged to take 12 players on each team. Team fees will be dependent on the number of players on each team (i.e., fewer players result in increased cost per player). Each team will compete in Ontario Basketball Sanctioned games and/or tournaments at the level that is appropriate for the skills and experience of the team based on the recommendations of the coaches.
The GYBA will provide for as many teams per age group as there are interested participants provided that there is the appropriate skill level needed to compete at the Ontario Basketball Sanctioned tournament level, a certified coach available and there is a committed level of participation from the players and the parents. GYBA’s goal is to provide the best experience for the players to challenge and reward their abilities. Coaches will work with the Program Planning Committee to ensure proper placement in tournaments.
The GYBA board will provide for a schedule that includes the Ontario Basketball Championships, the Guelph Phoenix Tournament and up to 3 additional tournaments.
Any tournaments that a team wishes to participate beyond that will be at the expense of the parents or through GYBA Board approved fundraising.
Phoenix (Rep) Program Fees
An annual registration fee is assessed to fund most of the expenses of the program. The fee for the 2011-2012 season is $400 per participant, plus a recoverable fundraising fee of $150.00
Phoenix (Rep) Program Time Commitment
The rep basketball season runs between the beginning of October to April for players under 14, the beginning of December to the end of May for girls aged 14 – 19, and the beginning of March to the end of May players for boys aged 14-19. Teams may get together socially or for informal practices before the season on an optional basis. The absences policy described in the Policies and Procedures only applies to official practices.
The Phoenix teams typically practice or play games 3 nights a week for 1 to 2 hours each and participate in traveling tournaments. In general, there will be 2 practice times and 1 P3 session. Coaches and players are strongly encouraged to attend their designated P3 sessions. (continued on next page)
Coaches and players must fulfill their commitment to attend practices at least fifteen minutes before their time and be at least half an hour before game time during the season.
It is expected that parents will volunteer as required by the tournament convenor. The Phoenix program depends on tournament revenues to subsidize the cost of gym time, tournaments, uniforms, etc.
