Holy Innocents' Youth Basketball
All Church Event
Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church, in partnership with HIES basketball programs, is excited to sponsor the 2025-26 Holy Innocents’ Youth Basketball league. Our mission allows us to bridge ministry and sports to develop the minds, bodies, and spirits of children so that they may serve their families and community in God’s name. This inclusive program for children of all skill levels includes quality basketball instruction designed to improve skills in shooting, defense, passing, ball-handling, and footwork. Equally important, our program strives to nurture sportsmanship, self-confidence, and friendship with an emphasis on fun and enjoyment. The church basketball program is led by the Director, Maria Smith, and the Associate Director, Richard Wood.
Our Motto: Have Fun & Get Better!
We expect to fill the following divisions (subject to change based on the number of registrants):
● 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade Girls
● 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade Boys
● 4th & 5th Grade Girls (and 6th with approval)
● 4th & 5th Grade Boys (and 6th with approval)
Each team will practice once (1 hour) per week and play one (40 minutes) game per week. All practices and games will conveniently be held at Holy Innocents Duncan Gymnasium, adjacent to HIEC. Practices will be Monday through Thursday between 6:30-7:30 PM or 7:30-8:30 PM (with 4th and 5th graders in the later spot). Games will be on Saturdays between 8 am and 2 pm.
● Who Should Register? Open to all boys and girls in 1st through 5th grades
● Who should I contact with questions: Maria Smith (hiyb@holyinnocents.org)
● What is the fee? $200
NOTE: NO refunds after November 28, 2025.
Important Dates (subject to change):
Parent Meeting and Player Evaluation, Sunday November 10, 6:00-7:00 PM
Practices begin the week of December 1.
(Practices will run Mon-Thurs)
Games will be on Saturdays:
- Dec. 6, 13,
- January 10, 17, 24
- Feb. 7, 21
No practices or games from December 14-January 5; Practices resume January 6, 2026. There will be no games on February 14 during the President’s weekend break.
Consider volunteering as a coach! This is an excellent opportunity to share your enthusiasm for basketball and our youth. A $25 discount will be provided for those who sign up to be coaches.