1. How many days a week does a team practice?
Most teams practice 1-2 times per week and some areas also offer training on other days. Most practices are 1 1/2 to 2 hours long. Most practices are between 6 pm and 9 pm during the week. The location of practices depends on the area that most of the kids live that are on that team.
2. How far does a team travel to play?
In select basketball, this all depends on the quality of the team. Most teams travel in Texas and we try to keep players playing close to home when possible. We are supporters of Premier Basketball so we follow those events when we can. You can visit Premier Basketball at
www.premierbasketballtournaments.com.
3. Is my child allowed to play on other teams?
This is left up to the coach you are playing for. Texas Elite does approve of players playing on their school team. Your school basketball should always come first but Texas Elite takes priority on all other events.
4. When does the season start and end?
High school teams and some 8th grade teams play from March until the end of July. The 7th grade teams and below begin in March and most are done by the end of June.
5. What is the total cost to play on a Texas Elite team?
The total cost to play on a Texas Elite team is $1100.00 - $1900.00 a year for tournaments and team practices. It depends on which team your child is placed. The higher the level of play, the more the cost. Coaches fees runs $75.00 a month per player for non-traveling teams and $150.00 per month for traveling teams. Uniforms range from $150.00 to $300.00 per player. Uniforms are used for multiple years so once a player has a uniform they can use it the next season. There is a Bsic fee of $200 up front to join the club for accounting , managing, website, office and other expenses associated with running the club. We do not pay for player or parent travel.
6. Is there any financial aid in the Texas Elite program?
There is very little financial aid, but we do fundraisers to help offset costs. If you are in need of financial aid, please complete the
Financial Assistance Request Form.
