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Register Now for YMCA Jr. Celtic's Youth Dev. Basketball League
The YMCA of Greater Boston is kicking-off of a new youth basketball development league for 1st through 4th graders.
BOSTON, Mass. – Calling all youth basketball players! The YMCA of Greater Boston, in partnership with the Boston Celtic’s Shamrock Foundation, is kicking-off of a new youth basketball development league for 1st through 4th graders. All YMCA members are invited to play in the eight-week program, which starts Nov. 3, at select YMCA branch locations. Registration is open now through Oct. 31.
The goal of the league is to teach youth players the values of the Boston Celtics with an emphasis on health. The clinic schedule includes a mix of large group activities and exercises, small break out drills, friendly competitions and improvement-based games.
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How it works: Premiere youth basketball coaches will divide participants into instructional and recreational teams based on age. A current Celtics player and other VIPs will be in attendance to engage with players and participate in activities. Sportsmanship, positive attitude, work ethic and primarily FUN is encouraged throughout the season. Each participant will receive a special edition Jr. Celtics shooting shirt and team photo.
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For more information, to register, or to see if and when a clinic will be offered at a YMCA of Greater Boston branch near you, visit: http://ymcaboston.org/programs.
ABOUT THE YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON:
The YMCA of Greater Boston is one of Massachusetts leading nonprofits committed to strengthening communities by improving health, empowering youth and activating people for good. Every day the Y works with thousands of men, women, and children to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has access to Y programs and services. As the nation’s fifth largest charity, the Y is creating a community of caring people through meaningful memberships. For more than 165 years, the Y has been developing skills and emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse populations, preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities. The YMCA of Greater Boston is America’s first Y.