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Welcome to Spring-Ford Youth Recreational (REC) Basketball. We are excited to be back for the 2024-25 basketball season!
The SFYB REC Program is for 1st-12th grade boys and girls.
SEASON:
The REC program season begins with practices mid-November and games start the 1st weekend in December. The season runs until mid-February, with playoffs and championship games running into early March.
PRACTICES AND GAMES:
REC teams practice once per week, Monday thru Thursday. Games are once a week on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. There are 10 regular season games with additional playoff games for certain divisions. On game days, a parent from each team is required to work the score table and clock.
LOCATIONS:
All games are played at the following facilities: Spring-Ford School District gyms, the Spring Valley YMCA, and/or the Upper Providence Township Rec Center.
COACHES:
Teams are coached by volunteer parents. If you have any interest coaching, please complete the coaching registration form on the Registrations page.
Important Dates for REC:
8/25 - Registration Opens
10/26 & 10/27 - Rec Clinics (times listed below)
10/31 - Coaches Clearances Due
11/7 - Rec Coaches Clinic
11/11 - Rec Practices Start this Week
12/6 - Rec Games Begin
12/23 - 1/2 - Holiday Break
GET ALL THE GEAR YOU NEED TO SUPPORT YOUR PLAYER ON GAME DAY!!!
1st and 2nd Grade Division
3rd and 4th Grade Division
5th and 6th Grade Division
7th and 8th Grade Division
9th and 10th Grade - Boys Junior Division
9th through 12th Grade - Senior Division
WAITLIST INFORMATION
There are a limited number of available spots in each division. Some divisions do fill up quicker than others. If the registration spots in a specific division are filled, you will be placed on the waitlist for that division.
If you are waitlisted, there is no payment requested at the time of registration, however, once you are notified that you are moved into league play, payment must be made promptly (within 24 hours) in order to secure your spot in the division, otherwise the spot will be offered to the next player on the waitlist. The player failing to respond will be moved to the end of the waitlist.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Out-of-District Residents
Out-of-district residents will only be considered for the Recreation Program registration once all in-district player registrations have been fulfilled and if there are openings in the requested division. All in-district residents will take priority on the waitlist if a spot opens for league play. Not eligible for early registration discount. Out-of-district residents can not participate in the Travel Program.
Gym Availability
League play is strongly dependent on gym availability and is subject to change. Based on gym availability and weather issues, the number of games played in a season will vary and is not guaranteed. The league does its best to reschedule cancelled games.
Special Requests
For the 3rd - 12th grade divisions, the league does NOT accept special requests, such as: playing with a friend, a coach request, or any carpool requests, but will be considered for 1st and 2nd grade where teams are assigned. While we understand this is not ideal, the league uses a draft process for team placement in 3rd-12th grades, so requests of this nature are not feasible. The league does allow families to indicate two hardship nights on the registration when their player can not attend league practices. One night is guaranteed to be honored, while the other will be considered when forming teams. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Requests by coaches who would like to coach together may be considered for grades 1st-8th.
THANKS TO ALL OF OUR COMMISSIONERS FOR VOLUNTEERING TO RUN THEIR DIVISIONS!!
2024-25 Commissioners will be announced mid-October. If you are interested, please contact Katie Rebilas, Rec Director.
| DIVISION | COMMISSIONER |
| B1 | Greg Conway |
| B2 | David Guay |
| B3 | Kris Kieres |
| B4 | Mike Kane |
| B56 | Mike Tornambe |
| B78 | Zach Ruiz |
| BJR | Michelle Houser |
| BSR | Joe Freeland |
| G12 | Christina Rich |
| G34 | Aaron Brady |
| G56 | Shaun Day |
| G78 | Dan McElaney |
| GSR | Paul Newlin |
Playing 3-on-3 basketball provides numerous developmental benefits for athletes and is an excellent complement to traditional 5-on-5 games. As part of the growing "micro-sports" trend—where fewer players compete in traditional sports formats like 5-on-5 soccer or 7-on-7 football—3-on-3 basketball creates a more immersive, hands-on experience. With fewer players on the court, each athlete plays a larger role in every possession, which leads to faster improvements in decision-making, skill development, and overall game awareness.
Here’s how 3-on-3 basketball can improve players’ skills:
Decision-making: The quicker pace of 3-on-3 basketball forces players to make decisions rapidly. With fewer teammates to rely on, athletes must read the game and anticipate opponents' moves effectively, sharpening their basketball IQ and ability to execute under pressure.
Teamwork and communication: Smaller teams mean closer interaction. Players need to coordinate movements, set up plays, and communicate constantly to succeed. This dynamic fosters improved teamwork and communication skills, crucial for success in larger formats.
Skill development: In 3-on-3, athletes often play multiple roles. The versatility required helps players enhance a range of skills, including ball-handling, shooting, passing, and defense. This format ensures that players become more well-rounded and capable in every facet of the game.
Physical fitness: Players must cover more ground in 3-on-3 basketball, requiring constant movement. This boosts endurance, speed, and agility, promoting better cardiovascular fitness, which translates to better performance in full-court play.
Shooting opportunities: With fewer defenders, players get more chances to take shots, helping them refine their shooting skills and build confidence in their scoring ability.
Spacing and strategy: The open court of 3-on-3 basketball teaches players how to use space more effectively, both offensively and defensively. They learn how to utilize ball screens, off-ball movement, and maintain spacing—critical skills for success in 5-on-5 games.
Ball-handling: With more touches in every game, players are required to handle the ball frequently, improving their dribbling and decision-making under pressure.
Incorporating 3-on-3 basketball into training offers a valuable developmental tool. It enhances decision-making, communication, fitness, and individual skills, providing athletes with a strong foundation for success in traditional 5-on-5 play.