Vertical Basketball introduces kids in 1st-4th grade to the game of basketball and develops their skills within a Christ-centered environment.
Students experience a fun and encouraging environment as they improve their basketball skills and form relationships with other kids and their coaches.
Students experience a fun and encouraging environment as they improve their basketball skills and form relationships with other kids and their coaches.
Season Schedule
The 2025 season will run from January 11 - March 1 with an extended practice & coach meet-and-greet on January 4. Teams will play eight games during the season on Saturdays at Nappanee Elementary School and the Nappanee Boys & Girls Club.
Cost
The cost is $79 per child on or before October 13. Between October 14 and November 2, the cost is $99 per child. No registrations will be accepted after November 2, and there will be no refunds.
Coaches & Volunteers
Sign-ups are open for Vertical Basketball coaches and volunteers! Click the button below to sign-up for the 2025 season.
Skills Assessment
Saturday, November 2 | Nappanee Elementary School
The Drills & Skills Assessment will cover fundamental basketball skills such as shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense techniques. The skills assessment is highly encouraged and gives the leadership team a chance to assess all players and create balanced teams.
*Parents, you’re welcome to wait in the school cafeteria during your child’s Skills Assessment.*
Girls: 1st - 4th Grade | 8:30 - 10:00 AM
Boys: 1st - 4th Grade | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The Drills & Skills Assessment will cover fundamental basketball skills such as shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense techniques. The skills assessment is highly encouraged and gives the leadership team a chance to assess all players and create balanced teams.
*Parents, you’re welcome to wait in the school cafeteria during your child’s Skills Assessment.*
Girls: 1st - 4th Grade | 8:30 - 10:00 AM
Boys: 1st - 4th Grade | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM