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Introduction

Summerlin National Junior Basketball League 

Introduction to Summerlin NJBL

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National Junior Basketball, a nationwide group of youth basketball leagues, was established in 1984 as a non-profit organization for children to learn the fundamentals and sportsmanship associated with basketball.  

The Summerlin Chapter services the Summerlin area (a master planned community in the northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada), and consists of players from 3rd grade to 12th grade.  For 1999-2000 season, we have four divisions for boys, High School (9th to 12th Grades), Seniors (7th and 8th Grades), Juniors (5th and 6th Grades), and Minors (3rd and 4th Grades).  In addition we have two All Net competitive teams of 5th and 6th grade only.  All girls from the Summerlin area play in the northwest Chapter of the NJB so as to allow for more balanced teams and a more enjoyable experience for all.  All High School boys in the Summerlin and Northwest areas play in the Summerlin High School Division. 

Our goal is to create an environment in which every player can develop their full potential as an athlete and an individual. Through NJB, special rules for each age division have been established to help achieve a balance of individual accomplishment and team competition on the court. The following is a brief outline of the game rules established towards this end.

Summary of NJB Rules 

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  • All games consist of five quarters that are eight minutes each.
  • Every player required to play two full quarters.
  • No substitutions are allowed, other than for injury, during the first four quarters.
  • The 3 point line is utilized in all divisions.
  • Lane violations are enforced in all divisions
  • Certified referees are utilized at all games.
In addition to the above, rules apply to particular grade divisions as follows:

 SENIORS DIVISION  (7th & 8th grade)

  • No zone defense is allowed in first half of game. All High School rules apply.

JUNIORS DIVISION  (5th & 6th grade)

  • Full court defense allowed during 5th quarter only.
  • 12’ free throw line is utilized.

 MINORS DIVISION  (3rd & 4th grade)

  • No full court defense until last two minutes of 5th quarter.
  • Defense must stay inside the key until the ball crosses mid-court.
  • Players must make one pass in the back court after a rebound.
  • 5 second lane violations are enforced.
  • 10’ free throw line is utilized.
  • Prior to the start of each game, all players attempt a free throw. A point is awarded for each successful attempt.

 POST SEASON

All teams play in the Championship Series Tournament at the end of the season. Following this tournament, an All-Star team for each division is selected to compete in the nationwide tournament which culminates in Southern California.  The two Summerlin All-Net teams will also go to the nationwide tournament courtesy of our sponsors.

EVALUATIONS

EVALUATIONS OF ALL PLAYERS IS MANDATORY TO PLAY IN SUMMERLIN NJB.  Evaluations take place on a Saturday Morning early in October.  Times are assigned during registration.  A limited number of makeups may be scheduled for an early evening later that week under special circumstances (such as illness).  The evaluation process consists of the assignment of a rating by the coaches of the players 

PARENT VOLUNTEERS

The operations of an organization like this takes a phenomenal amount of people, time, money, and commitment. We would like all players and their families to respect those administrators, coaches, and committee members who have given so much of themselves to make this league a success. Their contribution is all volunteered – no one gets paid for any of these positions, and without them Summerlin would not have a basketball league. We are so fortunate to have people like this and many more are needed. Please be a part of our success and volunteer. The only amount of time that is insignificant is that which is not offered.

In addition to the team coach, some teams are able to recruit an assistant coach from the parents of the children on a drafted team.  All teams provide parent volunteers to coordinate each parents league responsibility. This may vary from scorekeeping, running the time clock, policing the facilities, assisting in special events (photo days, etc.), or whatever may be required to help organize the 240 players (and their families) involved during game days. Your help is both necessary and greatly appreciated.

 SPONSORS

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Like many non-profit organizations, the registration fees collected by SNJB do not cover all costs of the many programs and incentives offered by our league. Monetary support from our community by way of sponsorship helps fund professional referees at each game and provides for table score boards.  It also funds a limited SNJB scholarship program, which ensures that children are given the opportunity to play basketball. Sponsorship donations also allow our children to be involved in tournaments that require travel and lodging. It is our philosophy that all children should have the opportunity to experience the pride of being a part of a team and that they are an important element of that team.

We want express our sincere gratitude to the many individuals and businesses who have already contributed to our sponsorship fund. It is through your gracious support that our players will develop leadership skills that will serve them throughout their lives. We look forward to the continued support of our sponsors and hope that others will follow their example.

 

Summerlin NJB

REFUND POLICY

As a result of the increased costs of league operation, it has become necessary to implement a refund of registration fees policy.

A registrant who withdraws from the League prior to the first practice (mid-October) may receive a full refund of registration fees. No uniforms will be distributed prior to this time.

A registrant who withdraws from the League prior to the first regular season game (November 4th) may receive a 50% refund of registration fees. As uniforms will have been distributed, registrant will be entitled to keep uniform.

Absolutely NO REFUNDS of registration fees will be given AFTER the first regular season game.