Added on March 3, 2015  PanoramaHillsBasketball  Basketball for younger kids: tykes , girls in Panorama HIlls Coventry hills basketball , mini boys

Basketball for younger kids: tykes, mini boys, girls

If you’re looking for a physical activity to get your child off the couch, basketball is a sport that your boy or girl can start at an early age. Playing basketball helps children learn basic coordination and team-building skills with an added bonus of making new friends along the way. Getting your child going with basic basketball skills at a young age not only helps encourage exercise, but serves as a foundation for staying active later in life.

Age Considerations

Some basketball programs begin for children as young as 3 years old. For young children, programs focus on developing basic skills and typically use shorter 6-foot rims. Rule-based play typically does not begin until kids are 7 to 9 years old. By fourth or fifth grade, many kids are ready to play basketball against other teams.

So here is your opportunity to introduce your child to this great sport by simply
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