Rookie League
New for Fall 2011, Playmakers Basketball Development League introduces the Rookie League.
Rookie League
- Designed for 6-8 year-olds
- Age-appropriate drills
- Active skill development
- Based on a decision-training style of coaching
- Eliminates the Coach Ego involvement
Why is the Rookie League better than an average recreation league?
- Professionally-designed practice plans
- Emphasis on fun and skill development
- More time on court
- More opportunities with the ball
- Chance to play with different teammates
- No blowouts
- More games
- Less time sitting on the bench
- No standing in line
Who decided that a point guard has to be small? More importantly, what is a point guard?
We expect a point guard to be a leader and have a high basketball I.Q. Why don’t we expect or challenge all players to develop this game awareness? Why rely on only one player?
English soccer academies wait until players are 11 to play full 11v11 soccer; in Italy, youth basketball players participate in skill-oriented clinics at 6-years-old, but start competitive games at 12. In the United States, kids play 5v5 full court games and compete for national championships when they are 8-years-old.
The PBDL emphasizes learning and development. Presently, players and parents have numerous recreation options - leagues based on fun and equal participation, typically for beginners - and numerous competitive opportunities - teams focused on strategy, game preparation and winning. There are few true development leagues - until now.