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The Skokie Park District offers basketball skills training classes as well as Early Childhood sports programs at the Weber Leisure Center and Kid Sports. For more information email Anna Kasper.

The Skokie Park District also offers the following basketball leagues in some seasons:

Please note that while classes may display below as available, registration does not open until the following dates:
•  Winter: December 15 for residents, December 22 for non-residents
•  Spring: March 15 for residents, March 22 for non-residents
•  Summer: May 15 for residents, May 22 for non-residents
•  Fall: August 15 for residents, August 22 for non-residents

Hot Shots Sports aims to develop young athletes who will grow emotionally, physically, and intellectually in our sports programs. By redirecting the focus away from wins and losses and toward personal growth, we create an hot_shotsenvironment where winning is the byproduct of and not the means to success. 

This approach creates critical thinkers who understand the importance of giving their best in practice, games, and other life endeavors. Our coaches take pride in fostering that drive, and motivating your child to find the champion inside of themselves.

For more information email Anna Kasper.

The Community Basketball League is for girls and boys in grades K-8 offering a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to learn and improve their basketball skills!

For more information, click here.

For more information email Anna Kasper.

IBAogoIBA Hoops provides basketball clinics that are focused on developing all-around athletes by providing personalized training that emphasizes skill enhancement and player development. The IBA Hoops program offers players a blueprint to maximize their potential, preparing high school student-athletes for the rigorous demands of collegiate and professional basketball. Our experienced team of coaches and trainers delivers tailored training sessions, ensuring each athlete receives the guidance they need to excel at every level. Join us to elevate your game in an environment designed for elite athletic success. 

Community Basketball League: Kindergarten

The Community Basketball League for girls and boys in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten is a great opportunity for young athletes to learn the fundamentals of basketball and build their skills in a fun and supportive environment! Volunteer Coaches will be leading practices and games following a curriculum to ensure fundamental skill development. Each week the athletes will practice for 45 minutes and then play a 45-minute game. This will allow for focused skill development and plenty of opportunities for kids to apply what they've learned in a fun, competitive setting. Volunteer coaches will lead both practices and games using a structured curriculum designed to promote fundamental skill development. Each week, athletes will participate in a 45-minute practice followed by a 45-minute game. This format allows focused instruction and gives players the chance to apply what they’ve learned in a fun and supportive competitive setting. Teams will be formed based on Registration.
CBL: Pre K/Kindergarten
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/1
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Community Basketball League : Grades 1st-2nd

The Community Basketball League for girls and boys in 1st and 2nd grade a great opportunity for young athletes to learn the fundamentals of basketball and build their skills in a fun and supportive environment! Volunteer coaches will lead both practices and games using a structured curriculum designed to promote fundamental skill development. Each week, athletes will participate in a 45-minute practice followed by a 45-minute game. This format allows focused instruction and gives players the chance to apply what they’ve learned in a fun and supportive competitive setting. Teams will be formed based on Registration.
CBL:Grades 1st-2nd (Boys)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/1
12:00 pm- 3:00 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL: Grades 1st-2nd (Girls)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/1
12:00 pm- 3:00 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Community Basketball League Girls

The Community Basketball League for girls and boys in grades 3–8 focuses on fun, skill development, and participation for all. Games are held on Sundays at the Weber Leisure Center, Niles North High School, or other local schools. Each team will also practice one evening per week (Monday through Thursday) for one hour, with practice times determined by coach availability. Players register individually for this developmental league. There is no team registration. All participants must attend one of the mandatory player evaluation dates to ensure teams are formed as evenly as possible. Game schedules will be finalized and shared once team assignments are complete, based on the total number of teams registered. The registration deadline is January 5. Friend requests will not be taken into consideration for late registrations.
CBL Girls: Grades 3rd-5th
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/22
3:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
8 - 11
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Girls: Grades 6th-8th
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/22
3:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
11 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Community Basketball League Boys

The Community Basketball League for girls and boys in grades 3–8 focuses on fun, skill development, and participation for all. Games are held on Sundays at the Weber Leisure Center, Niles North High School, or other local schools. Each team will also practice one evening per week (Monday through Thursday) for one hour, with practice times determined by coach availability. Players register individually for this developmental league. There is no team registration. All participants must attend one of the mandatory player evaluation dates to ensure teams are formed as evenly as possible. Game schedules will be finalized and shared once team assignments are complete, based on the total number of teams registered. The registration deadline is January 5. Friend requests will not be taken into consideration for late registrations.
CBL Boys: Grades 3/4
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/22
1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
AGES
8 - 10
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Boys: Grades 5/6
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/22
2:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
10 - 12
LOCATION
Niles North High School
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Boys: Grades 7/8
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/11-3/22
2:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
12 - 14
LOCATION
Niles North High School
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Community Basketball League Evaluations
CBL Evaluations 3rd/4th Boys
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/7
3:15 pm- 4:15 pm
AGES
8 - 10
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 5th/6th Boys
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/7
5:15 pm- 6:15 pm
AGES
10 - 12
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 7th/8th Boys
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/7
5:15 pm- 6:15 pm
AGES
12 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 3th-8th Girls
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/7
6:15 pm- 7:15 pm
AGES
8 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 3th-8th Girls
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/14
3:15 pm- 4:15 pm
AGES
8 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 3rd/4th Boys
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/14
4:15 pm- 5:15 pm
AGES
8 - 10
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 5th/6th Boys
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/14
5:15 pm- 6:15 pm
AGES
10 - 12
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
CBL Evaluations 7th/8th Boys
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/14
6:15 pm- 7:15 pm
AGES
12 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Basketball Skills Clinic 101

This class is for the basketball beginner looking to understand the game, learn new skills, and have fun! Kids will develop skills such as shooting, dribbling and passing, along with the basic rules of the game. All instruction is game and drill oriented with mini-games and scrimmages played every week. No class 11/27,11/29 ,&11/30
Basketball Skills Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/11-10/30
4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$128.00 / $160.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Skills Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/13-11/1
11:15 am-12:15 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$128.00 / $160.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Skills Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/14-11/2
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$128.00 / $160.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Skills Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/6-12/18
4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Skills Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/8-12/13
11:15 am-12:15 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$80.00 / $100.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Skills Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/9-12/21
9:00 am-10:00 am
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Basketball Skills Clinic 102

The next step in basketball instruction, this class will build upon the fundamentals taught in the Basketball 101 class. A slightly faster paced environment will be geared around competitive play, encouraging tactics such as attacking the basket and aggressive defense. Players should have basic knowledge of the rules and be able to dribble comfortably in order to succeed in the class. No class 10/1 and 11/26
Basketball Skills Clinic 102
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/10-10/29
4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$112.00 / $140.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Clinic 102
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-12/17
4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
6 - 8
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Basketball Skills Clinic 201

Players begin to develop more advanced skills such as various guard and post techniques, setting screens, moving without the ball, and offensive spacing. Defensive instruction includes man-to-man, denying the ball, helpline and boxing out. Players spend time developing their shot using proper mechanics to be effective further from the basket. Scrimmages are played every week. No class 11/27
Basketball Skills Clinic 201
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/11-10/30
5:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
9 - 12
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$128.00 / $160.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Clinic 201
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/6-12/18
5:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
9 - 12
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Basketball Skills Clinic 202

Athletes qualified for Basketball 202 should possess intermediate shooting and dribbling skills, a basic understanding of the game and be looking for a more competitive basketball experience. Learn various guard and post techniques in order to develop passing, shooting and dribbling skills in game situations. Defensive instruction includes man-to-man, denying the ball, help-line and boxing out
Basketball Skills Clinic 202
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/10-10/29
5:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
9 - 12
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$112.00 / $140.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Basketball Skills Clinic 202
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-12/17
5:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
9 - 12
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Game Time Basketball League

In this extended version of Game Time Basketball, players receive an extra hour of practice and game time, as well as a jersey. Focused solely on player development, players get as many reps as possible both in practice and during games. Games follow the same format as the Game Time Basketball class, and prepare players for travel basketball. No class 11/30
Game Time Basketball League
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/14-11/2
12:30 pm- 2:00 pm
AGES
11 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$184.00 / $230.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register
Game Time Basketball League
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/9-12/21
12:30 pm- 2:00 pm
AGES
11 - 14
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$138.00 / $172.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Girls Basketball Clinic 101
Girls Basketball Clinic 101
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-12/17
4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
AGES
5 - 7
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Girls Basketball Clinic 201

Girls have the opportunity to develop the fundamentals of basketball including shooting, ball handling, dribbling, passing and more. The clinic will feature: 5-on-5 full court play with active instruction and tips from the coaching staff of Hot Shots Sports. . No class 11/26.
Girls Basketball Clinic 201 Ages:8-10
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-12/17
5:00 pm- 6:00 pm
AGES
8 - 10
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Girls Basketball Clinic 301

Girls will develop basketball fundamentals including shooting, ball handling, dribbling, passing and more. The clinic will feature: 5-on-5 full court play with active instruction and tips from the coaching staff of Hot Shots Sports. No class 10/1. No class 11/26.
Girls Basketball Clinic 301
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-12/17
6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
AGES
11 - 13
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$96.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register

Basketball Over 40

We differentiate ourselves from a typical open gym by stressing our commitment to creating a “basketball community” through three paramount aspects: competition, courtesy, and camaraderie. Players are encouraged to compete aggressively but within an atmosphere of wise freedom. We provide reversible jerseys, keep time and score, and sponsor the post-game get-together afterward. Full Season 14 Weeks is $125. Drop-in fee is $10 (Paid at the Weber Leisure Center Front Desk) Requirements: To participate, players are encouraged to download the “NextGame Player—Pro Pickup” mobile app on their iPhone or Android device from the App Store or Google Play. Full Season: 14 Weeks (Mondays) 9/15/25 - 12/15/25
Basketball Over 40 (All 14 Weeks)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/15-12/15
6:30 pm- 9:00 pm
AGES
40 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$125.00 / $125.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Register


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