Basketball/
Skills Classes
When starting a session, a child should be registered at the level that matches his/her age. After the first session, Earnest Elite Basketball Academy coaches will determine when a player is ready to move to a higher level. This decision is based on the players progression in areas such as physical ability, demonstration of skills, and ability to listen and be coached.
Little Ballers is an introductory to basketball class where kids will become familiar with basketball related objects and terminology. Earnest Academy instructors will use a variety of modified approaches to foster the kids’ understanding of the sport. Parents are required to be at this class and could be asked to help facilitate learning and fun for your child.
At this level, students should have a concept of how the game is played and be able to control the ball down the court. Here instruction will focus on learing to pass, shoot properly and introduction to mental strength. As students advance and grow, layups will be introduced.
Advanced dribbling moves to beat the defender, shooting with correct form, non-dominant side layups and mid range jump shots, left and ride hand passing, chest passing, bounce passing, overhead passing, jump stops, pivoting, and footwork.
Here students should have a good grasp of the game, They should be able to use proper footwork and be able to shoot with both their dominant and non-dominant hands. Instruction at this level will focus on wing and post moves, reverse pivot moves, advanced pivot jump stops, combination dribbling and moves, opposite foot crossover, half moon move, offensive and defensive rebounding.
At this level, students learn advanced moves and strategies to enhance their game. Instruction focuses on player and defensive positioning, screening, cutting to and away from the ball, shell drill, holding and illegal screens.
Varsity Enhancement is for advanced players looking to step up their game. Instruction here focuses on elite drills. Students will learn to master situational and offensive game concepts, pick and roll, pick and pop, advanced shooting drills, extended shooting range, help defense, and learn how to effectively run a different motion offense. Here students will have an overall confidence and knowledge of the game.
