Join in our initiative to open doors for youth to enjoy basketball in an open play setting.
What is Open Court?
The USA Basketball Open Court program connects children to facilities with the goal of encouraging open play in a fun and safe environment. This free-play basketball environment allows youth to enjoy the game at local facilities while earning participation points for prizes.
If you have a facility and meet the below requirements, you could be our next Open Court program location!
All applications will be reviewed against the Open Court criteria listed below. Submitted applications will be placed on a wait list for 2019 programs and/or considered for the 2020 Open Court season.
Facility Requirements
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Facility with at least two (2) separate, full-sized courts (Donated facility preferred)
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Dedicated area for check-in
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Must be open for 12 sessions throughout the program
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A session consists of:
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1-hour time slot: 6-9 year olds
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2-hour time slot: 10-12 year olds
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2-hour time slot: 13-17 year olds
*All three age groups do not need to be held on the same day.
Staffing Requirements
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Lead Coordinator (1): The lead coordinator is directly responsible for overseeing the Open Court program, including all facility, staffing and marketing aspects, as well as serving as the liaison between the local program and USA Basketball.
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Assistant Coordinator (1): The assistant coordinator is directly responsible for all safety procedures and session operation throughout the Open Court program. The assistant coordinator must hold a CPR and First Aid certification through a national accredited entity and be present during all hours of program sessions.
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Registrar (1): The registrar is responsible for tracking and updating participant attendance throughout the program and collecting participant waivers and contact information.
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Court Monitors (4-9): Court monitors oversee session activities to ensure a fun and safe environment for all participants.
