Be Different.

Equip
K5-2nd Grade
3 on 3 Format Played in Half Court setting
No Score Kept
Objective: Introduce the game of basketball in a fun, encouraging, and instructional environment.
Rules Focus:

• No Stealing off the dribble or pass
• Once ball is scored, opposing team will take ball out to half court
• All violations taught and penalized if continued
• Man-to-man defense only. Use of colored shoulder bands.

This level focuses on the fundamentals of basketball in a controlled, Christ-centered environment. The emphasis is on learning, teamwork, and joy, not competition.

Empower
3rd-4th Grade
5 on 5 Format Played on a short court
Score Kept
Objective: Build on foundational skills and introduce competition in a balanced and structured way
Rules Focus:

• Stealing allowed from dribble and pass
• All violations enforced
• Shooting fouls result in free throws
• Man-to-man defense required
• No full court pressing

At this stage, players being to learn the flow of the game and compete with a nurturing, low-pressure environment where character and effort are celebrated.

Elevate
5th and 6th Grade
5 on 5 Format Played on a full court
Score Kept
Objective: Foster development through increased competition, real-game situations, and leadership.
Rules Focus:

• Stealing and fast breaks allowed 
• All violations enforced according to NFHS/IHSAA rules
• Free Throws: clock rules adjusted in final 2 min.
• Man-to-man defense only
• No full court pressing
• .One Time-out allowed in last quarter
• Substitutions can occur at halfway point of every quarter except last four min at coaches' discretion.

Elevate-level athletes are challenged to compete with excellence while continuing to grow in maturity, resilience, and Christ-like character. This level prepares them for middle school level play and leadership both on and off the court.