• For Girls grades 3-8
• Season runs 11/9-3/14 
• No practice or games 11/23-11/29, 12/18-1/3, and 1/18

• Fielding multiple teams per grade level. Teams are divided up based on skill level. We place your child on the best fit team where they can grow with proper development and competition.  (We aim to find an opportunity for each player to participate, however depending on team roster spots and skill level some players will be placed as practice players). 
• We have Full Time and Practice Player options 

• Teams practice twice a week. 
• Practices take place primarily at North Shore Country Day School, JCC Northbrook, and other Winnetka/Wilmette area locations. 
• Practices start no earlier than 4:30PM and finish no later than 9PM. Younger teams practice at the earlier time slots. Practices are 1 hour and 30 minutes 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.

• Teams will play 16-20 games (8 Home and 8 Away Games) followed by the end of season playoffs.
• Teams will play in the DFBL (DuPage Feeder Basketball League)
• Teams will play against other Highschool feeders such as: New Trier, Evanston, Highland Park, Deerfield, Glenbrook North, Glenbrook South, Maine south, Hersey, and more. 
• Games will take place on the weekends (Saturday or Sunday).
• Home games will be played in the Winnetka/Wilmette area. All away games are 15min-30min from the Winnetka/Wilmette area.

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.  

At Hoops4Health, teaching healthy lifestyles is just as important as teaching basketball fundamentals. Throughout the season, players are encouraged to make healthy choices, and parents receive healthy food ideas to discuss with their children. During “Nutrition Week,” teams learn about the importance of proper rest, nutritious meals, and exercise to help them become better athletes, students, and healthier individuals.

Come experience the coaches and the NSCDS Girls Feeder program! 

Location

Winnetka Community House

620 Lincoln Ave. Winnetka, IL

8/29-8/30 

(11:30am-12:30pm)

For Girls Grades 3-8

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Location

Winnetka Community House

620 Lincoln Ave. Winnetka, IL

9/12

11:30am-12:45pm - Grades 3-8

9/13

11:30am-12:45pm - Grades 3-8

• Season Fee: $1250
• New Gear Package Fee - $130 (Beginning Winter 2025-2026)  
• Purchased separately through Squad Locker
• Includes reversible uniform (jersey + shorts) and practice jersey
• Link to purchase is sent once rosters are announced and the season fee is paid

Discounts & Assistance

• 5% family discount for two or more siblings (inquire for coupon code)
• 15% discount on other winter Hoops4Health programs.
• Payment plans and financial assistance available upon request