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Andover Traveling Boys Basketball Tryout Information

Try-outs

Try-outs will be held on Sunday, September 19th and Saturday, September 25th at Oakview Middle School.

Please make sure to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled try-out time.

YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR TRY-OUTS.

Try-out Schedule

Grade Sunday, September 19th Saturday, September 25th
4th grade 11:30am - 1:00pm 4:00pm - 5:30pm
5th grade 4:45pm - 6:15pm 2:15pm - 3:45pm
6th grade 1:15pm - 2:45pm 5:45pm - 7:15pm
7th grade 6:30pm - 8:00pm 12:30pm - 2:00pm
8th grade 3:00pm - 4:30pm 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Playing Costs & Fees

 

  1. A player fee of $260.00 which includes the ten tournaments and the gym time for practices.
     
  2. A volunteer fee of $100. This check is held the ATBB Treasurer and refunded at the conclusion of the season provided that a parent completes at least 5 hours of volunteer time.
     
  3. A uniform fee if needed. New uniforms are need for all players with the exception of incoming 8th graders and returning 4th grade  participants from last season. Estimated costs are $75.00 for reversible top, shorts and shooting shirt. Uniform fee MUST be submitted at time of try-outs.
     
  4. Gate fees are collected by the hosting tournament teams. These fees generally run $4 to $5 for Adults.
     
  5. $15.00 Try-out Fee (must be paid at time of try-outs).

 

ATB Playing Rule

 

Playing traveling basketball in this competitive environment should be considered an honor and privilege. The ATB association has spent many volunteer hours assuring that players receive a fair try-out with evaluators that are independent and experienced. Our coaches are selected through a process that includes a panel interview, evaluations of prior year parent surveys, and a background check. Therefore, when players try-out for traveling basketball with the ATB, they are expected to play for the team (A/B or C) that they are chosen to play on by the respective head coach. Players or parents will not have the opportunity to play at lower levels unless there are extenuating circumstances, in which case it must be presented in writing and approved by the ATB board prior to the evaluations. Players are also not allowed to "play-up" at higher age levels.

What you can Expect

 

 
  • A total of 14 teams are expected to be created, with 10 players on each:
    • Three teams per grade (5th-8th); A (Gold) and B (Black) and  C (White) and two 4th grade teams A (Gold) and B (Black)
 
  • Time Commitment:
    • 10 Weekend Tournaments from November  through March
    • Two 90 minute practices per week
    • Commitment of player to attend practices and tournaments is necessary
 
  • Financial Obligations
    • $260 for tournaments, practice rental and team equipment
    • $100 fundraiser fee (per family), refunded after a family adult and each player work 5 hours at the Andover Classic tournament hosted by ATB. This is tentatively scheduled for January.
    •  Approximately $75 for uniform- which includes jersey, shorts and shooting shirt.
    • Optional clothing is offered but not required.
    • Spectators for tournament games should expect to pay approximately $5 per day per person for tournament game admissions.
    • Tournaments can last all day. Games typically scheduled for both Saturday and Sunday, occasionally on Friday nights. Meal expense may be necessary.
    • Commitment of player to attend practices and tournaments is necessary