Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Program Information

SKILL SESSIONS: K-3rd Graders

OBBA believes that developing strong fundamentals is essential for our youngest athletes. That’s why our Skill Sessions are designed to focus on the core elements of the game: dribbling, shooting, passing, and rebounding.

These one-hour sessions are led by experienced professionals, Jared Berggren and Courtney Boylan Douglas, who bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to the court. It is our goal through these sessions, athletes build confidence and a solid foundation in a fun, supportive environment.  Jared and Courtney will alternate Saturdays.  We always welcome parent volunteers to help assist our coaches in drills.  Scroll down to learn more about Jared and Courtney in their bios below.

Skill sessions will be held on Saturday’s beginning in November, located at the Orono Activity Center (OAC).

HOUSE LEAGUE: 1st & 2nd Graders

OBBA is thrilled to enhance our program this season by introducing a House league for first and second grade boys and girls—in addition to our traditional Saturday Skills Sessions.

Through our House League, players will be split into parity teams (talent distributed evenly) of 5-6, and will play three, fifteen minute, 3v3 games each Sunday.  The goal of these games is to teach players the rules of the game, while increasing their involvement, and skill development. 

TOURNAMENT PLAY: 3nd Graders

In addition to the scheduled Saturday skill sessions, our 3RD graders practice for 30 minutes on Saturdays (immediately following their scheduled skill session) plus one additional evening each week and 4 tournaments. The 3rd Grade program will include 7 Saturday Skill Sessions, 1 weekday practice and 4 tournaments.

If registration numbers support forming more than one team per gender, parity teams (talent distributed evenly) will be created to ensure as even and balanced teams as possible. Team formations will begin at the weekday practices at the start of the season.

Registration:

Registration is open, please access the link via our website. Registration is set to close October 20th, so please register as soon as possible.  Late registration questions can be directed to info@oronobasketball.com. OBBA will accommodate requests for late additions, however, there is no prorated registration amount.

Kindergarten: Register here - website

Fees: The registration fees include a spartan basketball reversible jersey as well as a 27.5” basketball.

Parent volunteers: Parent volunteers are needed during Saturday Skill sessions.  Jared Bergerren and Courtney Boylan Douglass will lead the sessions and will ask for parent volunteers to assist with drills.

 1st & 2nd Grade Program:  Register here - website

Fees: The registration fees include a spartan basketball reversible jersey as well as a 27.5” basketball.

Coaches Needed:

House basketball relies on volunteers for coaching. Volunteer coaches will coach/ref the games, stopping the game to enforce game rules, and teach players. If interested, please indicate it during the registration process. 

Coaching application link here.

More Information: More Information can be found on our annual parent letters.

OBBA provides scholarships to families who qualify. Please complete the application here or see the link on the OBBA website.  

OBBA Families: We ask you to consider contributing to the OBBA Scholarship Fund. Your support ensures that every child has access to participate in our programs, regardless of financial circumstances.

When completing your online registration, please look for the option to donate to the scholarship fund. You may also contact OBBA directly to make a donation. 100% of your contribution goes directly toward scholarships for children in our program.
Every donation—no matter the amount—is deeply appreciated and makes a difference. As a thank you, OBBA will recognize family donations on our website and other advertising. Thank you for supporting our community and helping us build a stronger, more inclusive program!