NYSA Summer Basketball League – Volunteer Coaches Needed

Help us make this NYSA Summer Basketball League a great experience for every player!

We are currently looking for volunteer coaches to lead our teams this summer. We are seeking:

• Four (4) Coaches – 4th–5th Grade Division

• Four (4) Coaches – 6th–8th Grade Division

Whether you’d like to head coach, assist a team, work concessions, or lend a hand in any other way, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply, please email [email protected] with the following information:

Full Name

Player’s Name & Division
(or note “no player” if you’re volunteering without a child in the program)

Brief Bio / Experience

A couple of short paragraphs (or a resume) describing your background working with youth, coaching, and/or playing basketball.

Preferred Role(s)

Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Team Parent
Concessions
General Help

Approval & Background Check
• All coaching applicants must be approved by the Basketball Committee before player evaluations.
• All volunteers working directly with players must pass a background check and be cleared before season activities begin.

NYSA Summer Basketball League

League Overview

The NYSA Summer Basketball League is designed to provide a fun, developmental environment for players to continue improving their basketball skills during the summer while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and participation.

The league focuses on player development, game experience, and community engagement in a recreational setting.

League Structure

Divisions

• Each division will consist of 4 teams

• Each team may have a maximum of 12 players

Co-Ed Option

Divisions may be Co-Ed if registration numbers do not allow for balanced gender-specific teams. NYSA will evaluate registration numbers and form divisions accordingly to ensure competitive balance.

Game Format

• Game Length: 30 minutes total

• Halves: Two 15-minute halves

• Clock: Running clock

• Halftime: Short break between halves

Timeouts

Each team receives 2 timeouts per half

• 1 Full Timeout – 60 seconds

• 1 Short Timeout – 30 seconds

Unused timeouts do not carry over to the second half.

Fouls

Personal Fouls

• Each player is allowed 6 personal fouls

• A player will foul out after the 6th foul

Team Fouls

• Teams enter the Bonus after 6 team fouls in a half

Bonus Free Throws

• 1 Free Throw per foul once a team reaches the bonus

• No double bonus will be used

Technical Fouls

Technical fouls may be issued for:

• Unsportsmanlike conduct

• Disrespect toward officials

• Unwanted or dangerous play

• Bench misconduct

Penalty:

• 1 Free Throw awarded to the opposing team

The referee has full discretion in issuing technical fouls.

Scoring Rules

• 2 points for all standard field goals

• 3 points for shots made beyond the three-point arc

• 1 point for all free throws

Season Format

• Each division will have 4 teams

• Teams will compete in scheduled league games throughout the summer season

Coach Expectations

NYSA coaches play an important role in developing players both on and off the court.

Coaches are expected to:

• Promote sportsmanship and teamwork

• Provide equal playing opportunities for all players

• Focus on skill development and learning the game

• Maintain respect toward referees, players, and spectators

• Create a positive and encouraging environment

Coaches should remember that NYSA Summer Basketball is a recreational program, and the focus is on development and enjoyment of the game.

Player Expectations

Players participating in the NYSA Summer Basketball League are expected to:

• Show respect toward teammates, coaches, referees, and opponents

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship

• Follow league rules and referee decisions

• Give their best effort during practices and games

• Support their teammates and work together as a team

Parent & Spectator Expectations

NYSA encourages a positive game environment for all players.

Parents and spectators should:

• Cheer positively for all players

• Avoid coaching from the sidelines

• Respect referees and league officials

• Support the recreational nature of the program

Unsportsmanlike behavior may result in warnings or removal from the facility.

NYSA Mission

The mission of Navarre Youth Sports Association Basketball is to:

• Provide a safe and positive sports environment

• Teach fundamentals of basketball

• Promote teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship

• Encourage community involvement in youth athletics