Fundamental Program
The Gretna Heat Fundamental League features both a Fall and Winter session available to Gretna-area students. Each session will consist of six Saturdays. Games will take place at a local Gretna school and will consist of a short practice followed by a roughly 30-minute game.
A GBA Fundamental League jersey is expected to be worn each week with black shorts of the player’s choice. The GBA Fundamental League jersey can be purchased for $25 ahead of the first day of play.
Teams and schedules will be released about one week prior to the start of each season.
The Gretna Basketball Academy strives to provide opportunities for personal growth and development of youth athletes while promoting positive influences, confidence and the desire to excel on and off the court. The GBA is dedicated to educate and motivate each participant while encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship and fun through the spirit of basketball competition.
The GBA Fundamental League is for K - 4th Grade Gretna Public Schools students, and other children is these grades who live within the Gretna School District. Our K - 2nd grade league is our introductory program designed to introduce players to the rules of the game and begin fundamental skill development. The 3rd through 4th grade program is a recreational program designed for players who are new or continuing to develop their basic basketball skills, as well as those who may not have the time to participate in the Select or Club programs due to participation in other activities. Players in 5th & 6th grade interested in basketball at the Fundamental level are encouraged to registered with the Gretna Cross YMCA's recreational basketball league.
The Fall and Winter seasons are separate registrations and players can registerer for either or both seasons.
IMPORTANT:
All players must order a new Gretna Heat Fundamental League jersey. Purchase online at:
https://heatfundamentals.itemorder.com/shop/home/
- GBA jerseys from past years will NOT work.
- Jerseys will NOT be available on-site.
- Online store closes October 4 at midnight.
Fall Dates:
- Oct 31
- Nov 7, 14 & 21
- Dec 5 & 12
- Dec 19 (Weather Make-up date)
Locations:
- Aspen Creek Elementary
- Thomas Elementary
Pricing:
- Player registration: $60
- New Gretna Heat Fundamental Jersey: $25
Format:
- Sessions are 1 hour. 25-minute practice followed by a 30-minute game.
Division Breakdown:
- K Boys: 3 on 3 (8 ft rims)
- K-1st Girls: 3 on 3 (8 ft rims)
- 1st Boys: 4 on 4 (8 ft rims)
- 2nd/3rd Boys: 4 on 4 (9 ft rims)
- 2nd/3rd Girls: 3 on 3 (9 ft rims)
IMPORTANT:
All players must have a Gretna Heat Fundamental League jersey. Purchase online at:
https://heatfundamentals.itemorder.com/shop/home/
- GBA jerseys from past years will NOT work.
- Jerseys will NOT be available on-site.
Winter Dates:
- Jan 16, 23 & 30
- Feb 6, 13 & 20
- Feb 27 (Weather Make-up date)
Locations:
- Aspen Creek Elementary
- Thomas Elementary
Pricing:
- Player registration: $60
- New Gretna Heat Fundamental Jersey: $25
Division Breakdown:
- K Boys: 3 on 3 (8 ft rims)
- K-1st Girls: 3 on 3 (8 ft rims)
- 1st Boys: 4 on 4 (8 ft rims)
- 2nd/3rd Boys: 4 on 4 (9 ft rims)
- 2nd/3rd Girls: 3 on 3 (9 ft rims)