Question 1

Who is Buffalo Grove Boys Feeder?

Accepted Answer

BG Feeder is a competitive feeder basketball program for boys slated to attend Buffalo Grove High School. Our organization strives to provide a fun, safe environment for future BG basketball players to learn and improve their skills. Our primary goal is to prepare the boys to play basketball the BISON WAY at the high school level.

Question 2

What age groups/grades can tryout for BG Boys Feeder Basketball ?

Accepted Answer

Buffalo Grove Feeder Basketball's program offers team tryouts from 5th grade through 8th grade. Depending on how many kids tryout determines if we can offer a team at each grade level. Our goal is to keep as many teams as possible, however we are limited by the amount of gym time that is available for our use.

Question 3

How many kids make each team ?

Accepted Answer

The number of kids on each team can vary depending on skill level and the number of people that tryout.

Each team will typically have 8-12 kids with the optimal amount being 10.

Question 4

How many teams are there per grade ?

Accepted Answer

We will have at least one team per grade level but strive to have two teams (both a Blue and Orange team) per grade level.

Question 5

Why should my son play BG Boys Feeder versus a travel team or AAU ?

Accepted Answer

During the Winter season it is highly recommended that players participate in their communities' Feeder program and use travel/AAU programs to augment the experience in Spring/Summer. Since the goal is to develop quality players for Buffalo Grove High School, it is critical that players gain chemistry by working together at an early age and have exposure to the system and culture that will eventually be run at BGHS.

BG Boys Feeder works together with the BGHS administration and coaching staff to teach the principles and concepts the players will need to master so that when they arrive as Freshmen, they are extremely prepared and ready to succeed.

Question 6

When are tryouts ?

Accepted Answer

Tryouts for the regular basketball season are typically in late September/early October. Exact dates for tryouts will be updated to our Facebook page, this website, and an email with tryout information will go to anyone who has registered with us.

Question 7

What do I need to do to tryout ?

Accepted Answer

Anyone interested in trying out will need to register on the Buffalo Grove Feeder website prior to the tryout dates. The registration link for tryouts will be available as soon as tryout dates are finalized. For tryouts you will need to wear appropriate basketball attire and bring your own water bottle and basketball.

Question 8

If I was on a BG Feeder team last season, do I need to tryout again ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Everyone has to tryout each year.

Question 9

What if I can’t make it to tryouts ?

Accepted Answer

It is critical to make it to the tryouts in order to truly evaluate the skill level of all the kids amongst the group. However, if you have a major conflict (e.g. pre-booked vacation, wedding, priority school event, etc.) and aren’t able to attend either day of tryouts, contact bgboysfeederbb@gmail.com

Question 10

How are Teams selected ?

Accepted Answer

Teams are selected at the tryouts based on overall player skill level with size/maturity also a consideration. Evaluations are conducted by the BGHS Basketball Coaching staff and the BG Boys Feeder Directors.

Question 11

How long is the season ?

Accepted Answer

The season generally runs from November 1st to March 15th.

Question 12

Where are practices and games ?

Accepted Answer

Practices are usually at BGHS or local park district gyms in the area. If we cannot practice at the high school, we try to utilize facilities no more than a 30 minute drive from Buffalo Grove. Games are played all throughout the suburbs of Chicago but again, we try to keep games close and no more than an hour away from Buffalo Grove.

Question 13

How many Practices and Games ?

Accepted Answer

We typically have 2 weeknight practices per week per team. Practices are generally Monday-Thursday with the occasional weekend practice. Game schedules fluctuate per grade level but
teams should expect to play anywhere from 25-35 games over the course of the season.

Question 14

Cost:

Accepted Answer

Player cost is primarily based on the number of games played but other costs include gym rental fees, insurance, tournament admission fees, referee fees etc. Depending on the age group, costs per player will range from $550 - $700 excluding a uniform and practice jersey fee (if needed) of approximately $125.

Question 15

Commitment:

Accepted Answer

We understand Fall sports are still in session but once completed we fully expect players to place our program as a priority above all other activities with the exception of school work, family obligations and middle school basketball. We ask that you do your best to avoid conflicts as our practice schedule is set for the entire season and extremely difficult to change. I am sure you will agree that it is only fair to your son, his teammates and his coaches that he is dedicated and committed.