2017 Jr. Grizzlies Youth Basketball
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This year, I have the pleasure of coaching the best group of 7-9 year old basketball players in the Metro Nashville Parks and Rec Jr. Grizzlies league at the beautiful Southeast Community Center in Antioch, TN.
Help me give them an unforgettable experience. As part of the Jr. Grizzlies program, each player receives a free ticket to a Memphis Grizzlies game. With your help, I want to raise funds so that each FAMILY can go! That means raising money for additional tickets, transportation and snacks (we hungry!).
In addition to that, I also want to give these amazing kids the full youth team experience. We need funds for an end of season bash that includes food, venue and awards (they've earned them!).
All donations go toward the cost of a group trip to a Memphis Grizzlies game and the end of season party for these up-and-coming ballers. As a thank you, every donor will receive a team photo signed by the entire squad.
Any and all donations are appreciated, and thank you in advance for your support!
(See below for additional photos and season results. Special thanks goes out to Brent Weber for taking all pictures.)
GAME RESULTS
Jan. 14 - Win, 8-5
First game of the year and we pulled off the big win! Behind stifling defense, the team was able to fight its way to their first victory!
Jan. 21 - Loss, 6-17
It was a tough game as a series of turnovers led to several fast break points for a taller and talented opponent. Still, the team played hard until the end, and it showed as we scored a late bucket.
Jan. 28 - Win, 10-8 OT
Wow, what a game! In a back-and-forth contest that featured strong defenses, regulation ended at 8-8. At the beginning of overtime, a steal (ON A FULL COURT PRESS) and a layup proved to be the difference.
Feb. 4 - Loss, 15-24
A really tough game as we had the lead, but let it slip away. The opposing team was able to take advantage of some offensive rebounds as they stretched it out in the second half, but we showed improvement as we posted our most points in a game so far this season.
Feb. 11 - Win, 13-12
Another win that came down to the wire! After the tough game last week, the team showed resiliency in falling down early and fighting back for the W! In their best overall performance of the year, the team showed major strides in both offensive and defensive team basketball.
Feb. 18 - Loss, 14-25
Playing a good team that has been together for 3 years, the team demonstrated great heart in sticking with the game despite falling behind early. Down 22-4 at the half, we outscored the opponent 10-3 in the second half with some players scoring their first baskets of the season!
Feb. 25 - Win, 13-10
Big win as the team took down the only remaining undefeated team in the league! In a hard fought and scrappy game, we had a first-time scorer and played great team defense.
Final season record: 4-3, 4th place out of 8
Wish us luck in the end of season tournament on March 4th!
Help me give them an unforgettable experience. As part of the Jr. Grizzlies program, each player receives a free ticket to a Memphis Grizzlies game. With your help, I want to raise funds so that each FAMILY can go! That means raising money for additional tickets, transportation and snacks (we hungry!).
In addition to that, I also want to give these amazing kids the full youth team experience. We need funds for an end of season bash that includes food, venue and awards (they've earned them!).
All donations go toward the cost of a group trip to a Memphis Grizzlies game and the end of season party for these up-and-coming ballers. As a thank you, every donor will receive a team photo signed by the entire squad.
Any and all donations are appreciated, and thank you in advance for your support!
(See below for additional photos and season results. Special thanks goes out to Brent Weber for taking all pictures.)
GAME RESULTS
Jan. 14 - Win, 8-5
First game of the year and we pulled off the big win! Behind stifling defense, the team was able to fight its way to their first victory!
Jan. 21 - Loss, 6-17
It was a tough game as a series of turnovers led to several fast break points for a taller and talented opponent. Still, the team played hard until the end, and it showed as we scored a late bucket.
Jan. 28 - Win, 10-8 OT
Wow, what a game! In a back-and-forth contest that featured strong defenses, regulation ended at 8-8. At the beginning of overtime, a steal (ON A FULL COURT PRESS) and a layup proved to be the difference.
Feb. 4 - Loss, 15-24
A really tough game as we had the lead, but let it slip away. The opposing team was able to take advantage of some offensive rebounds as they stretched it out in the second half, but we showed improvement as we posted our most points in a game so far this season.
Feb. 11 - Win, 13-12
Another win that came down to the wire! After the tough game last week, the team showed resiliency in falling down early and fighting back for the W! In their best overall performance of the year, the team showed major strides in both offensive and defensive team basketball.
Feb. 18 - Loss, 14-25
Playing a good team that has been together for 3 years, the team demonstrated great heart in sticking with the game despite falling behind early. Down 22-4 at the half, we outscored the opponent 10-3 in the second half with some players scoring their first baskets of the season!
Feb. 25 - Win, 13-10
Big win as the team took down the only remaining undefeated team in the league! In a hard fought and scrappy game, we had a first-time scorer and played great team defense.
Final season record: 4-3, 4th place out of 8
Wish us luck in the end of season tournament on March 4th!
Organizer
Steven Sullivan
Organizer
Nashville, TN