Boys Winter 25-26 Tryouts

Rockford Elite is excited to launch our 17th season of travel basketball! Boys tryouts take place September 6 and 7 at Boylan high school for players in 3rd-8th grade for the 25-26 school year. Players may attend both dates but only need to attend one.

Please click to the right to register, and see below for more information.

See you in the gym soon!

Frequently Asked Questions

Ages

What aged players are appropriate for this program?

Players in 3rd-8th grade for the 25-26 school year are welcome to attend tryouts! Advanced 2nd graders may also register to determine readiness.

When

What time of the year does this program run?

The winter season runs approximately Nov 1-March 1. Dates can fluctuate at the older levels due to school-based basketball schedules.

Where

Where are practices and games typically held?

Practices are typically held at Boylan High School, Rock Church, or Loves Park City Hall.

Games usually take place within a 90 minute driving distance from Rockford, most times in the Chicago suburbs.

Practices

When are practices and how often are they?

Teams practice 2x/week for 90 minutes. Practices typically begin at either 6:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.

Games

How many games will they play? What days of the week?

Teams will play 20-30 games over the course of the season and take place either Saturday or Sunday. Most games are part of single day events. Any overnights are coordinated at the individual team level.

Jerseys

Are jerseys provided or are they purchased separately?

Practice jerseys are included with the team fee, while game jerseys are a separate cost.

Season Fees

What is the cost to participate in the travel basketball season?

$525 are the individual player fees. $100 deposit due by September 1.

If a player needs/wants a new uniform, there is an additional $75 cost.

Extra Costs

What costs beyond registration fees should be expected?

Gate fees are the norm for game sites, usually ranging around $10/person.

Boys Fall/Winter 25-26 Season

Rockford Elite Basketball is excited to offer our 17th season of 3rd-8th grade travel basketball tryouts!

We believe in teaching positive habits, teamwork, individual skills, basketball IQ, sportsmanship, and what legendary coach John Wooden calls "competitive greatness". 

Many Rockford Elite alumni have had extremely successful high school playing careers, while some have even played at the college level. It all starts with developing confidence, knowledge, and love for the game at an early age.

Our coaching staff is committed to and excited for the opportunity to deliver a first-class basketball experience to players and families.

The tryout times are as follows:

Saturday, September 6:

9:00-10:30 for players in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade

11:00-12:30 for players in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade

Sunday, September 7:

12:00-1:30 for players in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade

2:00-3:30 for players in 6th, 7th, and 8th gradeSee you in the gym soon!

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