3 STRIPES GOLD BASKETBALL (3SGB) is a premier, multi-session circuit featuring elite travel basketball programs from across the United States. Designed for serious athletes with aspirations of playing at the collegiate level, 3SGB provides players with the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of college coaches, scouts, and recruiters. As a division of the Adidas 3SSB (Three Stripes Select Basketball) - the top tier of the Adidas Basketball Circuit - 3SGB offers a high-level competitive platform.  

 The elite level of Bulldogs High School Travel has a proven history of success in player development, competing against the top teams in the country, and guiding athletes through the college recruiting process. Through high-level competition, increased exposure, and dedicated recruiting assistance, numerous players have gone on to compete at the collegiate and professional levels. Each athlete learns the value of team basketball while developing a strong work ethic, leadership skills, and a solid foundation in fundamentals.

• Boys Grades 9–11
• Season: 3/9–7/19 (off in June, resumes in July)
• One Adidas 3SGB team per grade level: 15u, 16u, and 17u
• Built for high‑level players aiming to compete in college basketball

• Teams practice 2 times a week. 
• Practices take place in Wilmette/Des Plaines area and other surrounding locations. 
• Practices are 1.5-2.5hrs long
• Practices consist of skill development as well as building offensive and defensive schemes. Teamwork and defense are the backbone of our philosophy and is emphasized by each coach. Our goal is to build high IQ basketball players.

Our coaches bring extensive experience and a true passion for teaching the game. They focus on fundamentals, offensive and defensive concepts, teamwork, and the qualities needed to be a great teammate and student‑athlete. Sportsmanship, discipline, nutrition, and overall well‑being are emphasized throughout the season. All coaches are background‑checked and trained through Hoops4Health.

Our program focuses on teamwork, discipline, communication, leadership, and healthy habits. Our professional coaches help players grow as athletes and as people, emphasizing strong fundamentals, skill development, basketball IQ, and team concepts. Our priority is improving each player’s game and teaching structured, team‑oriented basketball. We also encourage players to continue developing on their own with purposeful drills outside of practice. 

Travel players are provided a PDF playbook, online drills, plus an at home program that players can do on their own. We feel this will really enhances the experience for the players. Coaches will refer to these throughout the season. This allows players to study our playbook as well as having many drills to help help develop outside of practice. 

Each season, players can earn Hoops4Health All‑Academic Honors by demonstrating excellence in the classroom. School comes first, and basketball is a privilege. Players with a 3.5 GPA (A‑) or higher qualify and receive a special medal. To verify eligibility, families must submit the most recent report card or a teacher recommendation if no letter grades are given.

 "Hoops4Health gave our athlete a place to both "show and grow." There are a lot of teams that give kids a way to be seen, but few that work on getting better as a player, a teammate, and competitor." 

— Parents of Griffin Ryan, New Trier → University of Pennsylvania (D1

“Coach Brendan worked tirelessly to find the right academic and athletic fit for our son. His guidance and connections led to 15+ offers and ultimately a life‑changing scholarship.”
— Parent of Terry Smith Jr., Curie → Loyola New Orleans (NAIA)

 Adidas 3SGB High School (Grades 9–12 / 15u–17u)

• Team Fee: $2,375
• Includes multiple out‑of‑state exposure tournaments and NCAA Live Recruiting events
• Includes the Adidas Gear Package: reversible uniform, socks, tee, practice jersey, backpack, and Anthony Edwards AE1 shoes

Travel Costs

• Team fees do not include travel expenses such as hotel/airfare.
• Discounted room blocks are provided

Discounts & Assistance

• 5% family discount for two or more siblings (inquire for coupon code)