Fitness Fact
It’s important to stay hydrated during the game. A recent study by ASCM shows that as dehydration increased, skill performance decreased, indicating that proper hydration is necessary for peak performance on the court. So drink up and slam dunk.
Found 567 facilities, 36 programs, and 43 leagues for Basketball/Netball
Basketball Courts (continued)
Please note: Any individual can use Parks’ recreational spaces without a permit. However, if a permit holder arrives with a valid permit in hand, you must vacate the field or court. Organized play (leagues) requires a permit. Click here for an application and more information about permits.
Click to jump to a facility type: Basketball Courts Recreation Centers
Please note: Some programs require advance registration and/or recreation center membership. Always call the contact number provided before attending a program.
at Von King Cultural Arts Center Recreation Center
670 Lafayette Avenue, Cross Streets: Marcy and Tompkins avenues
Phone: (718) 622-2082, Phone 2: (718) 965-6567
Afterschool Program
Monday: 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Thursday: 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Friday: 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
155 Bay Street, Cross Streets: Henry and Clinton streets
Phone: (718) 722-3211, Phone 2: (718) 722-7105
30 and Over Basketball League
League starts the first Wednesday in January. Contact Mr. Barry, Jamal Pinckney, or Don Hays at (718) 722-3211 for info.
Start date: Jan 7, 2009
Wednesday: 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Round Ball - Basketball Clinic
Open to kids and youth ages 8-16 years old. Basketball clinic on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, free throws, and teamwork. League play immediately follows clinics.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Sports Outreach Program
Boys and girls basketball league. Open to kids and youth 9-16 years of age.
Wednesday: 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
at Brownsville Recreation Center Recreation Center
1555 Linden Boulevard, Cross Streets: Mother Gaston and Christopher streets
Phone: (718) 345-2706
Basketball (JHS League Tournament)
Community junior high school students participate in a structured league tournament. The main requirement is that students, as well as coaches, must arrive and leave in shirts and ties. At the end of the tournament, each team receives awards, such as Academic, Sportsman and Best Athletic, at an awards banquet.
The tournament runs from November through May.
Age: TeenTuesday: 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Basketball Clinics
Professional players (past and present) teach kids 4-10 year-olds the fundamentals of basketball. They also give lectures on the importance of education and the pitfalls of becoming a professional player.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
at North Meadow (Community Center) Recreation Center
Central Park, Cross Streets: Mid-park at 97th Street
Phone: (212) 348-4867
Field Day Kits
Use the entire field day kit or just one or two items with a valid photo ID. We provide a variety of games and sports equipment, including basketballs, handballs, whiffle balls and bats, footballs - everything you need for an individual or group outing in the park.
FREE
No pre-registration required.
Age: EveryoneSunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 a.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Youth Invitational Basketball Tournaments
Spring: April-May
Summer: July-August
This event is free, but pre-registration is required.
Age: Teen / ChildMonday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Ages: 10-18
at Jackie Robinson Recreation Center
85 Bradhurst Avenue, Cross Streets: West 146th Street & Bradhurst Avenue
Phone: (212) 234-9607, Phone 2: (212) 234-9608
Afterschool Program
This free Turn 2 Foundation-sponsored program runs during the school calendar year. The program offers music, visual arts, drama, literacy, social competency, computer courses, and sports and fitness opportunities to all registered participants.
For more information, please click on this link:
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/afterschool/asp_info.html
Age: ChildTeam and league sports provide a great opportunity to get fit, socialize, and have fun. Some leagues are casual, while others are more competitive. Email or call the leagues below to find out more about your local team and its players.
Al Riddick Memorial Blacktop
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (718) 272-1327
Black Hole Basketball League
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Basketball
Phone: (718) 650-2325
Black Men Who Care Inc.
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (917) 432-7557
Brooklyn Blizzards Youth Organization
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (646) 269-2578
Caribbean American Netball Association
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Netball
Phone: (917) 902-2830
D'UP Basketball
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Basketball
Phone: (347) 837-0192
Dean Street Sports Foundation
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Basketball
Phone: (718) 927-2059
Funsport Inc.
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (646) 302-9510
Hoop Connection
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Basketball
Phone: (917) 238-7805
Islanders "NetBall" Sports Club
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Netball
Phone: (718) 498-1008


