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Saturday Adaptive Basketball League- Competitive (Ages 13+ Competitive)
Dates: Saturdays, September 12th – December 19th
No Classes: October 3rd, October 31st, November 7th, November 28th, and December 5th
Ages: 13 years and older
Time:
- September (League Preparation): 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM- Practice only
- Beginning in October: Games
Location: Salvation Army Long Beach Corps Community Center
3000 Long Beach Blvd.Long Beach, CA 90807
Our Adaptive Basketball League – Competitive Division is designed for athletes who have a solid understanding of basketball fundamentals and are ready to continue developing their skills through structured competition. This division provides an authentic league experience while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, basketball IQ, and continued skill development in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Athletes will compete against players of similar skill levels, allowing them to build confidence, improve decision-making, and apply their skills in real game situations while receiving guidance from experienced coaches.
What to Expect:
Throughout the season, athletes will focus on:
- Advanced ball handling, passing, and shooting
- Offensive and defensive game concepts
- Basketball IQ and decision-making
- Team communication and leadership
- Sportsmanship and teamwork
- Understanding official basketball rules, fouls, and game management
Coaches will continue to provide instruction and encouragement but will take a more hands-off approach during games, allowing athletes to think through situations independently while experiencing the flow of competitive basketball. Officials and coaches will teach and enforce basketball rules, helping players gain valuable experience in a true game environment.
Season Format:
September – League Preparation
The first month of the season is dedicated to preparing athletes for league play. During these practices, coaches will continue developing basketball fundamentals, evaluate skill levels, and organize balanced teams to ensure a fun and competitive season.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- League Practices (All Competitive and Hoopers division athletes)
Beginning in October
Each Saturday will include both practice and league play.
Schedule will be released before season starts.
League Jersey
Every registered athlete will receive an official 5-Eleven Hoops Adaptive Basketball League jersey to wear throughout the season.
Following registration, our team will contact you to collect your participant's jersey size so it can be ordered before the first league games.
Your athlete's jersey is included with registration and helps create an exciting game-day experience while fostering team pride and a sense of belonging throughout the season.
Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration
The season will conclude with a special Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration on December 19th.
To allow extra time for the games and festivities, there will be no team practices on the final day. Instead Compettive athletes will compete in their final league game before joining Hoopers athletes and their families for a league-wide celebration.
Following the games, all participants are invited to enjoy:
- Championship games
- End-of-season awards recognizing every athlete's growth, effort, sportsmanship, and dedication
- Donuts and refreshments
- Team photos with coaches and teammates
At 5-Eleven Hoops, we believe every athlete deserves to be celebrated. Championship Saturday is an opportunity to recognize each player's accomplishments while bringing together our entire basketball community to celebrate an incredible season.
Important Notes:
- Competitive Division is intended for athletes who are comfortable with basketball fundamentals and are ready for a more competitive style of play.
- Placement is based primarily on basketball skill level and game readiness rather than age alone.
- Please provide an aide if needed.
- This league is designed for neurodivergent athletes, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other developmental differences
Register today to reserve your participant's spot in our Adaptive Basketball League! Space is limited.
Funding Information:
Use promo code "SR" if you are using Social Recreation funding through your Regional Center or Self-Determination funding. The checkout code will bypass payment if your services are being funded through your Regional Center or Self-Determination.
We are a Regional Center Social Recreation Service Provider for Harbor Regional Center, South Central Los Angeles Regional Center, and Westside Regional Center.
Vendor Code: PH2694 for this program.
Self-Determination funding is accepted. Scholarships are available upon request.
Saturday Adaptive Basketball League- Hoopers (Ages 13+ Beginner)
Dates: Saturdays, September 12th – December 19th
No Classes: October 3rd, October 31st, November 7th, November 28th, and December 5th
Ages: 13 years and older, beginner level
Time:
- September (League Preparation): 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM- Practice only
- Beginning in October: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM- Practice and games
Location: Salvation Army Long Beach Corps Community Center
3000 Long Beach Blvd.Long Beach, CA 90807
Our Adaptive Basketball League – Hoopers Division is designed for athletes who are newer to basketball or benefit from additional coaching and individualized instruction. This division provides a fun, supportive, and encouraging introduction to league basketball while helping athletes develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed both on and off the court.
Athletes will receive personalized instruction from multiple coaches while experiencing the excitement of playing on a team and participating in real basketball games. As players continue to grow and develop throughout the season, they will build confidence, improve their basketball skills, and develop a love for the game in a positive and inclusive environment.
What to Expect:
Throughout the season, athletes will focus on:
- Dribbling, passing, and shooting fundamentals
- Footwork, coordination, and motor planning
- Learning the rules and flow of basketball
- Teamwork and communication
- Confidence building through game play
- Developing skills at an individualized pace
Hoopers Division is intentionally designed to provide additional support. Multiple coaches will be actively involved throughout practices and games, offering personalized instruction, encouragement, and positive reinforcement. While coaches provide more hands-on guidance than in Competitive Division, athletes will still participate in real games each week and experience the excitement of being part of a basketball league.
As athletes continue to improve, they may be recommended for Division 1 in future league seasons.
Season Format:
September – League Preparation
The first month of the season is dedicated to developing basketball fundamentals, building confidence, evaluating skill levels, and creating balanced teams to prepare athletes for league play.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- League Practices (All Division 1 and Division 2 athletes)
Beginning in October
Each Saturday will include both practice and league play.
Schedule will be release before season play
Teams will compete against different opponents within the Hoopers Division throughout the season, creating a fun and engaging league experience while continuing to build basketball skills, teamwork, and confidence.
League Jersey
Every registered athlete will receive an official 5-Eleven Hoops Adaptive Basketball League jersey to wear throughout the season.
Following registration, our team will contact you to collect your participant's jersey size so it can be ordered before the first league games.
Your athlete's jersey is included with registration and helps create an exciting game-day experience while fostering team pride and a sense of belonging throughout the season.
Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration
The season will conclude with a special Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration on December 19th.
To allow extra time for the games and festivities, there will be no team practices on the final day. Instead, Hoopers division athletes will compete in their final league game before joining Competitive Division athletes and their families for a league-wide celebration.
Following the games, all participants are invited to enjoy:
- Championship games
- End-of-season awards recognizing every athlete's growth, effort, sportsmanship, and dedication
- Donuts and refreshments
- Team photos with coaches and teammates
At 5-Eleven Hoops, we believe every athlete deserves to be celebrated. Championship Saturday is an opportunity to recognize each player's accomplishments while bringing together our entire basketball community to celebrate an incredible season.
Important Notes:
- Hoopers Division is recommended for athletes who are newer to basketball or who benefit from additional instruction and individualized coaching.
- Placement is based primarily on basketball skill level and support needs rather than age alone.
- Athletes who demonstrate readiness and continued growth may be recommended for Competitive Division in future league seasons.
- Please provide an aide if needed.
- This league is designed for neurodivergent athletes, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other developmental differences.
Register today to reserve your participant's spot in our Adaptive Basketball League! Space is limited.
Funding Information:
Use promo code "SR" if you are using Social Recreation funding through your Regional Center or Self-Determination funding. The checkout code will bypass payment if your services are being funded through your Regional Center or Self-Determination.
We are a Regional Center Social Recreation Service Provider for Harbor Regional Center, South Central Los Angeles Regional Center, and Westside Regional Center.
Vendor Code: PH2694 for this program.
Self-Determination funding is accepted. Scholarships are available upon request.
Saturday Adaptive Basketball League- Juniors (Ages 8-12 Beginner)
Dates: Saturdays, September 12th – December 19th
No Classes: October 3rd, October 31st, November 7th, November 28th, and December 5th
Ages: 8–12 years old
Time:
- September (League Preparation): 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Practice only
- Beginning in October: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Practice and games
Location:
Salvation Army Long Beach Corps Community Center
3000 Long Beach Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90807
Our Adaptive Basketball League – Juniors is designed for athletes ages 8–12 who are newer to basketball or benefit from additional coaching and individualized instruction. This developmental league blends skill-building with real game experience, creating a fun and encouraging environment where every athlete can grow at their own pace.
Our goal is to build confidence while helping participants develop basketball fundamentals through consistent practice, repetition, and positive coaching.
What to Expect:
Throughout the season, athletes will focus on:
-
Dribbling, passing, and shooting fundamentals
-
Footwork, coordination, and motor planning
-
Understanding the rules and flow of basketball
-
Teamwork and communication
-
Confidence building through game play
-
Developing skills in a supportive environment
Multiple coaches will be actively involved throughout practices and games, providing individualized instruction, encouragement, and guidance. While coaches will offer more hands-on support than in our older competitive divisions, athletes will still participate in weekly games and experience the excitement of league play.
Season Format:
September – League Preparation
The first month of the season is dedicated to developing basketball fundamentals, building confidence, and preparing athletes for league play through fun, structured practices.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- League Practices
Beginning in October
Each Saturday will include both practice and league play.
Schedule will be release prior to season play.
Teams will compete against different opponents within the Juniors Division throughout the season, creating a positive and engaging league experience while continuing to build basketball skills, teamwork, and confidence.
League Jersey
Every registered athlete will receive an official 5-Eleven Hoops Adaptive Basketball League jersey to wear throughout the season.
Following registration, our team will contact you to collect your participant's jersey size so it can be ordered before the first league games.
Your athlete's jersey is included with registration and helps create an exciting game-day experience while fostering team pride and a sense of belonging throughout the season.
Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration
The season will conclude with a special Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration on December 19th.
To allow extra time for the games and festivities, there will be no team practices on the final day. Instead, athletes will compete in their final league game before joining the other league divisions and their families for a league-wide celebration.
Following the games, all participants are invited to enjoy:
- Championship games
- End-of-season awards recognizing every athlete's growth, effort, sportsmanship, and dedication
- Donuts and refreshments
- Team photos with coaches and teammates
At 5-Eleven Hoops, we believe every athlete deserves to be celebrated. Championship Saturday is an opportunity to recognize each player's accomplishments while bringing together our entire basketball community to celebrate an incredible season.
Important Notes:
- This division is open exclusively to athletes ages 8–12. Registrations outside of this age range will not be accepted.
- This division is recommended for beginner and developing players.
- Hoops will be adjusted to an age-appropriate height to promote skill development and success.
- 5-Eleven Hoops staff reserves the right to move players to a different division if it is determined to be a better fit based on a combination of age, skill level, and attendance.
- Please provide an aide if needed.
- This league is designed for neurodivergent athletes, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other developmental differences
Register today to reserve your participant's spot in our Adaptive Basketball League! Space is limited.
Funding Information:
Use promo code "SR" if you are using Social Recreation funding through your Regional Center or Self-Determination funding. The checkout code will bypass payment if your services are being funded through your Regional Center or Self-Determination.
We are a Regional Center Social Recreation Service Provider for Harbor Regional Center, South Central Los Angeles Regional Center, and Westside Regional Center.
Vendor Code: PH2694 for this program.
Self-Determination funding is accepted. Scholarships are available upon request.
Saturday Adaptive Basketball League- Rookies (Ages 4-7 Beginner)
Dates: Saturdays, September 12th – December 19th
No Classes: October 3rd, October 31st, November 7th, November 28th, and December 5th
Ages: 4–7 years old
Time:
- September (League Preparation): 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Practice only
- Beginning in October: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Practice and games
Location:
Salvation Army Long Beach Corps Community Center
3000 Long Beach Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90807
Our Adaptive Basketball League – Rookies is designed specifically for athletes ages 4–7 who are beginning their basketball journey. This division introduces young athletes to the game through fun, engaging activities that build confidence, coordination, teamwork, and a love for basketball in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Coaches provide hands-on instruction every step of the way, ensuring each athlete experiences success while learning the fundamentals of the game.
What to Expect:
Throughout the season, athletes will focus on:
-
Basic dribbling, passing, and shooting
-
Balance, coordination, and gross motor skill development
-
Listening skills and following directions
-
Taking turns and learning teamwork
-
Building confidence through positive reinforcement
-
Learning basketball fundamentals through fun games and activities
Our youngest athletes will receive individualized coaching from multiple staff members throughout practices and games. League play is designed to be instructional, allowing athletes to experience the excitement of basketball while learning in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
Season Format:
September – League Preparation
The first month of the season is dedicated to developing basketball fundamentals, building confidence, and preparing athletes for league play through fun, structured practices.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- League Practices
Beginning in October
Each Saturday will include both practice and league play.
- League Game
Games are designed to reinforce the skills learned during practice while creating a fun and positive first league experience for every athlete.
League Jersey
Every registered athlete will receive an official 5-Eleven Hoops Adaptive Basketball League jersey to wear throughout the season.
Following registration, our team will contact you to collect your participant's jersey size so it can be ordered before the first league games.
Your athlete's jersey is included with registration and helps create an exciting game-day experience while fostering team pride and a sense of belonging throughout the season.
Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration
The season will conclude with a special Championship Saturday & Awards Celebration on December 19th.
To allow extra time for the games and festivities, there will be no team practices on the final day. Instead, athletes will compete in their final league game before joining the other league divisions and their families for a league-wide celebration.
Following the games, all participants are invited to enjoy:
- Championship games
- End-of-season awards recognizing every athlete's growth, effort, sportsmanship, and dedication
- Donuts and refreshments
- Team photos with coaches and teammates
At 5-Eleven Hoops, we believe every athlete deserves to be celebrated. Championship Saturday is an opportunity to recognize each player's accomplishments while bringing together our entire basketball community to celebrate an incredible season.
Important Notes:
- This division is open exclusively to athletes ages 4–7. Registrations outside of this age range will not be accepted.
- This division is designed for beginner athletes who are just learning the game of basketball.
- Hoops will be lowered to an age-appropriate height to encourage proper shooting mechanics, confidence, and success.
- 5-Eleven Hoops staff reserves the right to move players to a different division if it is determined to be a better fit based on a combination of age, skill level, and attendance.
- Please provide an aide if needed.
- This league is designed for neurodivergent athletes, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other developmental differences
Register today to reserve your participant's spot in our Adaptive Basketball League! Space is limited.
Funding Information:
Use promo code "SR" if you are using Social Recreation funding through your Regional Center or Self-Determination funding. The checkout code will bypass payment if your services are being funded through your Regional Center or Self-Determination.
We are a Regional Center Social Recreation Service Provider for Harbor Regional Center, South Central Los Angeles Regional Center, and Westside Regional Center.
Vendor Code: PH2694 for this program.
Self-Determination funding is accepted. Scholarships are available upon request.