Basketball
Why Basketball?
Basketball is played by children all over the world. It is not a hard sport to teach to young children, so it offers a great sport for a church or ministry to use to serve the community. It is a fast moving game that can be played on both indoor and outdoor courts, on school playgrounds, parks, and indoor gyms. It can be played at any time of the year.
Participation in athletic sports like basketball, improves physical fitness, coordination, self-discipline, and it is an excellent conditioning sport that can be enjoyed by both boys and girls alike. Basketball also gives children valuable opportunities to learn about teamwork and sportsmanship while building character.
Why Upward Basketball?
In an Upward basketball league, each child is allowed equal playing time and equal opportunity for improvement, which promotes character development, and self-esteem in every child. Upward provides teaching tools and resources for the coaches and referees to help them minister to the children and families. Upward's format is adaptable to whatever space you have to work with.
Basketball is something that everyone in the community can have a part in:
- Children can play
- Parents can coach and referee
- Older siblings can assist
- Grandparents can welcome spectators
Your entire community can enjoy a basketball league in an environment that is safe and fun for their children.