It's back! Our girls only basketball skills & fundamentals program returns this April. Girls will have the chance to learn fundamentals and skills in a fun and safe environment. *This is not a league, this session will teach fundamentals and skill while allowing the girls to a fun time doing it. Take place at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.

Wednesdays: April 9 - May 14

Time: 6 - 7:30 PM

Activity Fee: $30

Hooping It Up *Eligible birth years: 2011 - 2017*

Basketball fundamentals taught in a fun & safe environment. Kids will use junior size basketballs (provided). Kids will be divided into 2 age groups, be sure to register for the correct age group. Taking place at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.

Fridays: May 2 - 30

Activity Fee: $25

Registration Link: Group 1 - 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017: Time: 5 - 6:30 PM

Registration Link: Group 2 - 2011, 2012 & 2013: Time: 6:45 - 8:15 PM

Hot Shot Basketball Camp Ages 8 – 14 (co-ed)

Hot Shot Basketball Camp will be a bouncing, passing, dribbling good time as kids will work on basketball fundamentals in a fun, stress free atmosphere. City of Dover staff will lead this four (4) day camp being held inside at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center. Activity Fee: $100

Campers should bring water bottles/drinks and their lunch to camp each day. Pre-registration is required.

Activity #: SC - Hot Shot Basketball

Days: Monday – Thursday

Dates: July 7 -10

Time: 9 am – 3 pm

Youth Summer Basketball League

Our co-ed youth basketball league is geared for fun and an exciting way to learn the fundamentals of basketball. The league fills quickly, so sign up fast! One weeknight practice and games scheduled for Saturdays. In games, all players participate with equal playing time requirements. All taking place at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center. (League dates are subject for change.) Activity Fee: $50

Practices begin: June 16 Games begin: June 28

Age Divisions & Practice Nights

Pee Wee Division Youth born in 2018 & 2019 Practice Night: Mondays

Bantam Division Youth born in 2016 & 2017 Practice Night: Mondays

Intermediate Division Youth born in 2014 & 2015 Practice Night: Tuesdays

Junior Division Youth born in 2012 & 2013 Practice Night: Tuesdays

For Her Basketball Camp Girls 8 - 14 years

For Her Basketball Camp is designed to help girls develop skills and the love of the game! Basketball fundamentals will be taught in fun and safe environment. Send a water bottle with your daughter. Lead by City of Dover Parks & Recreation staff inside at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.

Activity #: SC- For Her Basketball Camp

Days: Monday - Thursday

Dates: July 28 -31

Time: 9 am - 12 pm

Activity Fee: $50

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Or in person at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center. For additional details, call (302) 674-7541

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Please check your email and/or online account with us for team assignment & game schedules.

Rosters are not posted online.

We are in need of volunteer coaches, please contact Connie Johnson by calling (302) 674-7541

or via email: cjohnson@dover.de.us. It’s really rewarding and we have tools to help you along the way!

Click here for 2022 Youth Basketball League Rules

Parents: Our rules are different to enforce learning so please become familiar with our league rules.

Interested in volunteering as a coach? Please call Connie Johnson at (302) 736-7095

SMART WHISTLES PROGRAM
All Volunteer Youth Coaches Must Undergo a Background Check

As part of our assurance to quality programming and to keep our children safe, we require all volunteers to undergo a background check. Protecting our children is paramount to us and we know you as well. The forms below are the first two steps in becoming a volunteer in our programs. All information is confidential.

Automatic Disqualifiers For Youth Sports Volunteers

Volunteer Background Disclosure Form

PLEASE NOTE OUR BAG POLICY:

Bags are not permitted to be carried into the gym, this includes all activities, classes and leagues. Bags must be placed in a locker (bring a lock) or left in your vehicle. Bags may not be left on the lobby or restroom floors at any time. Bags are defined at the discretion of facility staff and include backpacks, gym bags, large purses, grocery bags and coolers.

Basketball Programs

Sports Coordinator Connie Johnson

Sports Coordinator
Connie Johnson