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Boys' Basketball Preseason Training

Add to Your Calendar: 09/02/2025 09/02/2025 America/Chicago Boys' Basketball Preseason Training Boys' Basketball Preseason Training Grace Reformed Baptist Church Hallstrom Homeschool Co-Op [email protected] true mm/dd/yyyy aUinrLWZczwYavqgBmQP30959

Date

Preseason training is for the month of September.

Location

Grace Reformed Baptist Church
6310 Guilford Road
Rockford, IL 61107 US

Additional Information

2025-2026 Season Rockford F.I.R.E. Boys' Basketball Preseason Training
 
The Rockford F.I.R.E. boys' basketball preseason training is intended for eligible homeschool athletes who are planning to tryout and play for the Rockford F.I.R.E.
  • 9/2, 9/4, 9/9, 9/11, 9/15, 9/18, 9/23, & 9/25 (No training on 9/16)
  • Bring a water bottle, designated basketball shoes, and a basketball 
  • No athlete (even returning players) will be permitted to tryout without the completion of a waiver.
  • All athletes must agree to and adere to our Hallstrom Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
  • Preseason training will help condition athletes for the coming season as well help them fine tune their skills.
  • Marcus Posely with NXT LVL will direct the sessions. Rockford F.I.R.E. boys' basketball coaches will be there to assist.
  • There will be an additional, yet affordable, fee to be paid directly to Marcus Posely for the training. Pricing coming soon!
Times:
5-6:30 PM for 12U & 14U Eligible Players
6:30-8 PM for JV and Varsity Eligible Players
 
Rockford F.I.R.E. Boys' Basketball Background Information
 
Mission Statement:
Our athletic program strives to develop homeschool athletes spiritually and physically, while boosting confidence and emphasizing integrity, teamwork, and perseverance. We seek to honor God through athletic competition by promoting character development, good sportsmanship, and a commitment to excellence. We believe sports provide an opportunity for athletes to grow in faith, discipline, and service, and are an opportunity to glorify God as athletes grow in their faith.
 
Core Values:
Our core values are Faith, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence. 
 
Faith - Demonstrating faith by trusting in God's plan, maintaining integrity, and using sports as a way to witness to others.
Integrity - Acting with integrity by playing by the rules, showing respect for opponents, coaches, and officials, and maintaining honesty on and off the field.
Respect - Respecting teammates, coaches, opponents, and spectators, understanding that sportsmanship reflects their faith.
Excellence - Pursuing excellence not only in their physical performance but also in their character, working to honor God in everything they do.
 
F.I.R.E. Vision:
We aim to use sports as a platform for teaching biblical principles of teamwork, perseverance, and grace, while empowering our athletes to become leaders who represent Christ in every aspect of their lives. 
 
Eligibility:
  • Players must be at least 51% homeschooled.
  • A 16 years of age (and under) player on August 1st is considered eligible to play in the 16U/JV age group.
  • A player who is 18 (and under) on August 1st is eligible to play in the 18U/Varsity age group. 
  • At the coaches' discretion, and with parent approval, players may be invited to play in a higher age group
  • The F.I.R.E. boys' basketball program adheres to the NCHC guidelines and eligibility. You can read more on NCHC eligibility and guidelines here.

 

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