2023-24 Major Improvements
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Expanded HYL competitive season with more games, ending in late January.
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Hoopfest organization to launch elite regional teams with our most skilled 4th, 5th, and 6th grade players.
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Winter league for recreational K-2nd graders that want to continue playing.
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Competitive HYL and AAU scheduling based on last years results (if applicable), jamboree for 3rd grade teams, and coaches input.
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New clinics for coaches and referees.
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HYL cobranding with June, High School camps for grade schoolers.
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Hoopfest age lowering to incoming 1st and 2nd graders.
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More free practice gym times in January & February.
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Improved and earlier league registration for players.
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Improved registration for coaches with the ability to make practice requests.
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More tournament opportunities for teams that want to continue playing during the winter tournament season.
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Earlier finish to recreational season for HYL before December break.
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New recreational division for most tournaments starting in January.
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No HYL or AAU league games on Boo Ball, Turkey Shoot, & Santa Slammer dates.
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Better guidance for players on whether to register for competitive or recreation.
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No game conflicts for 6th grade AAU teams with HYL games.
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Website and communication improvements.
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New process for no-cost HYL players with the biggest financial barriers administered by the schools.
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More coaching materials and resources.
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More fun for kids - some we will announce in advance, most to be a surprise.