Question: What is the best gift you've ever received? How did it make you feel? 

Memory Verse: "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

Question: What does it mean to be humble when you score a great shot or make an awesome play?

Memory Verse: For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Mark 10:45

Question: What do you do when your team is behind, and it feels like you'll never catch up?

Memory Verse: "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:2

Question: When was the last time you had to ask someone to forgive you? 

Memory Verse: Make allowance for each other's faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Colossians 3:13

Question: What do you do when you're tired and don't think you can keep going during a game?

Memory Verse: The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving. Psalm 28:7

Question: How do you stay calm when the game gets intense, and everyone is getting upset?

Memory Verse: I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid. John 14:27

Question: What does it look like to show kindness to your teammates, even on a tough day?

Memory Verse: Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32

Question: What do you do when you feel frustrated and want to quit or act out on the court?

Memory Verse: "A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls." Proverbs 25:28

Question: What do you do when you're afraid to try something new, like taking a big shot, learning a new skill or playing a new position?

Memory Verse: Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6

Question: How does it feel when you're having fun playing basketball with your teammates?

Memory Verse: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Philippians 4:4

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Questions about the memory verse? Check with your child's coach.

Practices: The first week of practice is December 9. If you are unsure of your pracice day or time, check with your child's coach.

Games: Games are played on Saturdays with the first game on January 11.

End of the Season: The last game is on March 1 and we will have the celebration after each game.