Lady Wizards
(3RD-8TH GRADE)
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In this phase of our competitive club program, our ACADEMY PHASE (DEVELOPMENT PHASE) we prioritize developing players' technical development. We focus on refining player's individual abilities to dominate opponents one-on-one, while also introducing teamwork concepts like spacing and combinations. Overall, we aim to prepare players comprehensively for the next level of our program (Futures), ensuring they are not only technically proficient but are ready to take on tactical information.
SEASONAL PROGRAMMING
2024-25 Teams
Tryouts in September and play through early March. Lady Wizards tryouts are open to 3rd through 8th grade players. Teams will play approximately 30-35+ games, including 4-7 weekend tournaments.
Spring Teams
Tryouts in late winter. Spring teams will practice twice a week starting in March and participate in 7 weekend tournaments beginning in early spring.
Summer Teams
Continue player development and growth and participate in summer practices and weekend tournaments! Tournaments typically in August.
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Top level coaching
All Wizards teams are coached by Wizards trained basketball coaches, who are mentored by WAA Wizards Director, Coach Duncan Ward. Coach Dunc is committed to working with staff and players to continue to master the fundamentals of basketball and develop as a competitive player.
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LEAGUE PLAY
All Lady Wizards 3rd-8th grade fall/winter teams compete in the Dupage Youth Travel Basketball League. Games are typically played on weekends in local suburban gyms. Spring and Summer teams do not participate in a league.
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TOURNAMENTS
All Lady Wizards 3rd-8th grade teams compete in local and regional tournaments; typically OneDay and TwoDay Shootout Tournaments. Tournaments are located in the Chicagoland area, including Wisconsin and Indiana.
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SKILL TRAINING/PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Lady Wizards teams participate in weekly practices AND additional skills training sessions, focusing on specific aspects of the game of basketball. Skills training includes ball handling, form shooting, passing, movement without the basketball, defense man-to-man, pivoting, reading defenses, reading offenses, and stamina.
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YEAR ROUND COMPETITION
Lady Wizards teams compete throughout the year, in all seasons! Players can register and try-out for FALL/WINTER SESSION. SPRING SESSION, and SUMMER SESSION to stay in shape and competitive.
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FACILITIES
Most practices and training from September through May will occur at local middle school wood competition gyms. The Wheatland Athletic Association owns and operates the WAA Sports Center, allowing Wizards teams to practice year round.
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