Basketball
Basketball (Winter 2024-2025)
- Instructional (4 years - 1st Grade, Co-ed)
- Instructional (2nd Grade, Co-ed)
- Recreational (Grades 3-8, Boys & Girls)
- Travel (Grades 5-8, Boys & Girls)
- High School (Grades 9-12, Boys)
Instructional (4 years - 1st Grade, Co-ed)
Registration Open: September 30 - November 17, 2024
Join the Ellington Parks & Recreation Department and learn how to play basketball! This program is designed to cover the fundamentals of basketball through coach-led drills and non-competitive games. Volunteer coaches are needed for this program. If you are interested in coaching, please email Robert Gorman (Recreation Program & Event Specialist) at rgorman@ellington-ct.gov.
Where: Ellington Middle School Gymnasium
When: Saturdays, December 14, 21; January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8
Time: 1st Grade 8:30AM - 9:30AM
Kindergarten 9:45AM - 10:45AM
4 year old's 11AM - 11:30AM (Parent Participation Required)
Cost: $60 = 4 year old's (includes T-shirt)
$80 = Kindergarten, 1st Grade (includes T-shirt)
Attire/Equipment: Basketball shoes, water bottle (labeled with name), 27.5" Basketball (4 year old's do not need to bring
their own ball)
Instructional Basketball is an in-house program. We do not guarantee specific requests for teams, times, or locations. Players cannot be transferred once assigned to a team. League assignments are determined by the participant’s current grade, participants are not able to play in a higher grade.
Register on ActiveNet:
Instructional (2nd Grade, Co-ed)
Registration Open: September 30 - November 17, 2024
Join the Ellington Parks & Recreation Department and learn how to play basketball! This program is designed to cover the fundamentals of basketball through coach-led drills and non-competitive games. Volunteer coaches are needed for this program. If you are interested in coaching, please email Robert Gorman (Recreation Program & Event Specialist) at rgorman@ellington-ct.gov.
Where: Crystal Lake Elementary School Gymnasium
When: Fridays, December 13, 20; January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; February 7
Time: 5:00PM - 6:00PM & 6:15PM - 7:15PM (depending on the game schedule)
Cost: $80 (includes T-shirt)
Attire/Equipment: Basketball shoes, water bottle (labeled with name), 27.5" Basketball
Instructional Basketball is an in-house program. We do not guarantee specific requests for teams, times, or locations. Players cannot be transferred once assigned to a team. League assignments are determined by the participant’s current grade, participants are not able to play in a higher grade.
Register on ActiveNet:
Recreational (Grades 3-8, Boys & Girls)
Registration Open: September 10 - November 17, 2024
Ellington's Recreational Basketball Program, for youth in grades 3 - 8 generally meets December through early March, pending facility approvals. For more information on our recreational basketball program, please contact our office at recreationstaff@ellington-ct.gov or (860) 870-3118.
Where: Practices/Games can be played at any of the following locations:
Windermere Elementary School - 2 Abbott Road (Ellington, CT)
Center Elementary School - 49 Main Street (Ellington, CT)
Crystal Lake Elementary School - 59 South Road (Ellington, CT)
Ellington Middle School - 46 Middle Butcher Road (Ellington, CT)
Ellington High School - 37 Maple Street (Ellington, CT)
When: Games are typically played on Saturdays (January - early March)
* Weeknight and Sunday games are possible
Practices: 1 per week (based on coach and gym availability)
Time: TBD (based on coach and gym availability)
Cost: $130 (includes jersey)
Attire/Equipment: Basketball shoes, water bottle (labeled with name), 28.5" basketball (Boys 7/8: 29.5")
Volunteer coaches are needed for this program. If you are interested in coaching, please email Kevin Barrett (Recreation Supervisor) at kbarrett@ellington-ct.gov.
Recreational Basketball is an in-house program. In the event of low registration, teams may play games in neighboring towns. We do not honor specific requests for teams, practice days, or locations. Players cannot be transferred once drafted to a team. League assignments are determined by the participant’s current grade, participants are not able to play in a higher grade.
Skills Assessment: Saturday, December 7th
Ellington Parks and Recreation volunteer coaches determine a player’s team placement based on a number of factors. Please plan to attend the skills assessment to assist our volunteer coaches in building well-balanced teams. We do our best with limited knowledge to create fair teams. The goal of this league is to provide fun, recreational play for youth. Everyone registered for the program will be placed on a team. You will receive an email with the exact time and location for the skills assessment. Only players who have registered (prior to the registration deadline) and paid for the program may participate.
Register on ActiveNet:
3rd & 4th grade girls 5th & 6th grade girls 7th & 8th grade girls 3rd & 4th grade boys 5th & 6th grade boys 7th & 8th grade boys
Travel (Grades 5-8, Boys & Girls)
Registration Open: September 10 - September 29, 2024
Ellington's Travel Basketball Program, for youth in grades 5 - 8 generally meets October through early March, pending facility approvals. For more information on our travel basketball program, please contact our office at recreationstaff@ellington-ct.gov or (860) 870-3118.
Tryouts: Only those that want to play at our most competitive level (travel) should attend the basketball tryouts. All others that register will be placed on an age-appropriate recreational basketball team. Players must attend and participate in a minimum of 2 tryouts (out of 3) to be eligible for selection to a travel team. Please remember that players must be registered before attending tryouts. Tryouts are typically held during the month of October. (See schedule below)
Where: Practices/Games can be played at any of the following locations:
Windermere Elementary School - 2 Abbott Road (Ellington, CT)
Crystal Lake Elementary School - 59 South Road (Ellington, CT)
Ellington Middle School - 46 Middle Butcher Road (Ellington, CT)
Ellington High School - 37 Maple Street (Ellington, CT)
When: Games will be based on the NCC Travel Schedule
Practices: 1-2 per week (based on coach and gym availability)
Time: TBD (based on coach and gym availability)
Cost: $130 + $105 (travel fee) + $85 (uniform - purchased through Scott's Sports Supplies)
Attire/Equipment: Basketball shoes, water bottle (labeled with name), basketball
Volunteer coaches are needed for this program. If you are interested in coaching, please email recreationstaff@ellington-ct.gov.
Tryout Dates 2024:
High School (Grades 9-12, Boys)
Registration Open: September 30 - December 9, 2024
Ellington's High School (Recreational) Basketball Program, for youth in grades 9 - 12 generally meets December through early March, pending facility approvals. For more information on our high school basketball program, please contact our office at recreationstaff@ellington-ct.gov or (860) 870-3118.
Where: Practices/Games can be played at any of the following locations:
Windermere Elementary School - 2 Abbott Road (Ellington, CT)
Center Elementary School - 49 Main Street (Ellington, CT)
Crystal Lake Elementary School - 59 South Road (Ellington, CT)
Ellington Middle School - 46 Middle Butcher Road (Ellington, CT)
Ellington High School - 37 Maple Street (Ellington, CT)
When: Games are typically played on Saturdays (December - February)
* Weeknight and Weekend games are possible
Practices: based on coach and gym availability
Time: TBD (based on coach and gym availability)
Cost: $130 (includes jersey)
Attire/Equipment: Basketball shoes, water bottle (labeled with name), 29.5" basketball
Volunteer coaches are needed for this program. If you are interested in coaching, please email Kevin Barrett (Recreation Supervisor) at kbarrett@ellington-ct.gov.
High School (Recreational) Basketball is an in-house program. In the event of low registration, teams may play games in neighboring towns. We do not honor specific requests for teams, practice days, or locations. Players cannot be transferred once drafted to a team.
Basketball Clinics
- Ellington Knights Boys Basketball Clinic (Spring 2025) - Grades K-8
- Lady Knights Girls Basketball Clinic (Spring 2025) - Grades K-8
Ellington Knights Boys Basketball Clinic (Spring 2025) - Grades K-8
Ellington High School's Boys Basketball Coach, Bob Freitas, is hosting the Ellington Knight's Boys Basketball Spring Clinic on Sunday afternoons from April 27 - May 18, 2025. The clinic is open to all players from Kindergarten to 8th grade and will be held at Ellington High School. Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, this clinic is the perfect opportunity to take your game to the next level!
View the links below for more information and to register on Activenet.
Lady Knights Girls Basketball Clinic (Spring 2025) - Grades K-8
Ellington High School's Girl's Basketball Coach, Marc Tancredi, is hosting the Lady Knight's Girls Basketball Clinic on Sunday evenings from April 27 - May 18, 2025 at Ellington High School. This is a great opportunity for players in grades K-8 to improve their basketball fundamentals, gain confidence, and have fun!
View the links below for more information and to register on Activenet.