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Boys & Girls Year Round Program
Grade School & Middle School - 2nd through 8th Grade
Play More. Train Better. Grow Together.
Join BIG3’s premier Year Round Basketball Program—designed for dedicated athletes looking to develop long-term skills, experience high-level competition, and grow with a consistent team and coach.
What’s Included
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50 Games across local leagues, tournaments & shootouts
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130 Hours of Practice throughout the year
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4 Seasons of Development: Summer, Fall, Winter & Spring
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Professional, Paid Coaches leading every team
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Grades: 2nd–8th Grade Boys & Girls
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Cost: $3,500 (plus separate uniform fee)
Why Year Round?
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Same Coach All Year
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Team Chemistry
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Balanced Seasonal Approach
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Summer & Fall: Emphasis on skill development, basketball IQ, and training
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Winter & Spring: High volume of gameplay and live competition
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Our Coaching Philosophy
At BIG3, we believe in teaching the game the right way—with intensity, intention, and integrity. Our professional coaches focus on:
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Skill Mastery: Ball handling, shooting mechanics, defensive footwork, and offensive movement
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Game IQ: Teaching spacing, decision-making, and reading the game in real time
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Character Development: Accountability, effort, and teamwork are non-negotiables
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Long-Term Growth: We develop athletes for high school and beyond, not just the next game
Every practice and game is guided by the belief that great habits lead to great players.
Ready to Join?
Spots are limited by grade and location. Secure your place today and be part of a year-long journey with BIG3.
Email larrygolden@big3sports.org if you are interested in registering.
High School Program - Grades 9th-11th
Stay in Rhythm. Develop All Year. Compete When It Counts.
The BIG3 Year Round High School Program is built for serious athletes who want structured training during the off-season and elite competition when it matters most. This is a program designed for long-term development, shooting consistency, and exposure to high-level play—all with professional coaching and program-wide support.
What’s Included
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Year-Round Program Access
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Shooting Sessions (Nov–Feb)
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Weekly Sunday workouts focused on form, reps, and consistency
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Skill Development & Practices (Aug–Oct)
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Weekday practices with intra-program fall league games
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Tournament Season (March–July)
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Full team practices + local & regional tournament play
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Speed and Agility Training in Fall & Spring
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Professional, Paid Coaches
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Grades: 9th–11th Grade Boys & Girls
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Cost: $3000 (plus separate uniform fee)
Why BIG3 for High School?
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Built for the Long-Term
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Consistent Shooting Workouts
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Fall Focus
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Spring & Summer Exposure
Compete in top-level tournaments with full team practices
Our Coaching Philosophy
BIG3 coaches aren’t volunteers—they’re paid professionals who bring structure, high standards, and player-first development. Our high school philosophy focuses on:
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Shooting Efficiency: Repetition with intention to improve in-game performance
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Decision-Making & IQ: Helping athletes become smart, instinctive players
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Athletic Maturity: Strength, conditioning, and leadership development
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Next-Level Prep: We prepare players to contribute on varsity teams and earn college looks
We’re more than just a program—we’re a pathway.
Take the Next Step
Spots are limited and based on tryouts and evaluations.
Email larrygolden@big3sports.org if you are interested in joining.
PRACTICE LOCATIONS:
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center
800 St Charles Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Civic Center
535 Duane St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
JRC in Bloomingdale
Clauss Center in Roselle