2015 Fall League Registration Happening at Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County

BGCPC-Basketball“Playing basketball at the Club was a huge part of my childhood and, to this day, I believe that they play an integral role in shaping the lives of kids all across the country,” states pro basketball player Robbie Hummel.

"Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County played a huge part of me falling in love with the game of basketball at a young age. The basketball leagues I played in were always fun and competitive. If any young kids in the area are in interested in the game of basketball, they should get involved with Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County," reiterates Zack Novak, Chesterton resident and basketball player for University of Michigan.

Robbie Hummel and Zack Novak are two Club alumni that benefitted from our Club Basketball League! Club leagues, whether basketball, soccer, or flag football, are a great way for youth to stay fit, meet friends, and learn the fundamentals of sports. League registration for our fall sports open soon!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County’s Valparaiso Club’s Basketball League registration begins August 10 through September 7, 2015. Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County sports leagues offer fun and instructional play that focuses on good sportsmanship and honesty. The Valparaiso Club’s basketball league parameters and age groups are as follows:

Valparaiso Club’s Fall Basketball League: Registration begins August 10, 2015 through September 7, 2015 – or online at bgcpoco.org.

Club location is 354 West Jefferson Street, Valparaiso

League Divisions include: Biddy (4 – 7 Year Olds): Registration Fee is $25. This age group will receive a t-shirt and medal.

8-9 Year-Olds League: Registration fee is $30 and players will receive a team jersey and medal.

10-11 Year-Olds League: Registration Fee is $30 and players will receive a team jersey and medal.

Co-Ed 12-14 Year-Olds Slamball League (Only up to 8th Grade): Registration Fee is $35 and participants will receive a team jersey.

All league age-groups will have nine practices and eight games.

Contact Christie Fuller, Club director, for practice and game schedules – or if you have additional questions. He may be contacted at (219) 464-2182 or via email at cfuller@bgcpoco.org.

League dates run from September 14 through November 2. All league players must be members of the Club. Annual membership is $35 per child. Membership and league fee assistance is available to those who qualify.