SKYLINE BOYS SELECT BASKETBALL

We often hear from families with younger (under 4th grade) players asking, "My child loves basketball and wants to start preparing now. Where should they begin?". We love seeing that excitement!

Skyline Boys Select Basketball officially begins at 4th grade, but we know many athletes want to start building skills, confidence, and experience before they reach Select basketball. We also know families are often looking for guidance on where to begin.

Our goal is simple: create opportunities for more kids to play basketball and help families navigate the path from beginner development through competitive basketball.

Disclaimer: This list is intended as a community resource only and does not represent an endorsement, recommendation, or affiliation with any particular program, coach, trainer, or organization. Families are encouraged to conduct their own research and determine the best fit for their player and family goals.

As we've connected with families throughout the community, we recognized an opportunity to help create a clearer pathway for younger athletes interested in basketball development before entering our program.

Skyline Select and CTB Basketball (Compete Train Build) have connected around a shared goal: getting more kids involved in basketball and helping athletes build strong fundamentals in a positive environment.

This does not replace the many local opportunities available to families which are also listed below. We encourage families to explore options and determine the best fit for their player. However, we wanted to provide another local pathway for younger athletes in our community who are looking to prepare for future Select basketball opportunities.

For K–3rd grade athletes, CTB offers basketball development opportunities designed specifically for younger players and focuses on:

• Building fundamental basketball skills
• Confidence and coordination
• Age-appropriate instruction
• Weekly training opportunities
• Fall and spring leagues
• Positive learning environments
• Creating a love for the game

As players continue to grow, CTB also understands the Skyline Select pathway and will help identify and support athletes preparing for our Select program beginning in 4th grade.

CTB Basketball is located in Sammamish and operates at Pine Lake Covenant Church on 1715

228th Ave SE Sammamish, WA 98075 and offers programs built to help young players prepare

for future competitive basketball opportunities.

You can learn more about CTB Basketball here:

https://www.ctbbasketball.com

If you have questions about which program would be the best fit for your athlete, the CTB

team would be happy to help guide you. They can be reached from Monday to Friday 9AM to

5PM at (425) 214.4500

Issaquah Parks & Recreation
School-based teams, which can be helpful for players who want to get to know kids they may eventually play with in Select. They run a winter league and then summer clinics.

i9 Sports (Local school gyms)
A beginner-friendly youth basketball leagues allow kids ages 5 – 14 to learn and grow as athletes

YMCA Youth Basketball
Learn the basics of the game, fine-tune your skills, plus practice teamwork and leadership, while making new friends!

Skyhawks Sports

Progressive instruction in dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, spacing, and defensive basics. Kids get tons of touches, engaging drills, and structured scrimmages emphasizing teamwork.