PRINT HOOP STARS PLAYER PAPER REGISTRATION FORM 2024-2025


ONLINE HOOP STARS PLAYER REGISTRATION GOOGLE FORM


HOOP STARS PLAYER MEDICAL RELEASE FORM - must be signed by a physician. This is  not due until the first practice, but can be turned-in any time before then by email or in-person. 
 This is a Special Olympics organization requirement in order to receive program sponsorship

HOOP STARS BUDDY VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION GOOGLE FORM
Hoop Stars coach volunteers can either register on the player form when they register their child, or email their interest to [email protected]

• Hoop STARS registration period is the same as the rest of the league programs 9/1 to 10/31
• Review Hoop STARS program information here on this website page
• Hoop STARS parents can submit the registration form one of two ways:
  

            (1) Email a completed copy of the Hoop STARS registration form to Ringgold Youth Basketball at [email protected]
(2) Hand-in a completed copy of the Hoop STARS registration form in-person at one of the opportunities announced that include
> RYBA parent meetings in September and October
+ 6:30pm at Ringgold high school cafeteria, rear of building entrance
+ Wednesday, September 25
+ Wednesday, October 23
> RYBA open gyms in September and October
+ 9:00am to 11:00am at Ringgold middle school gymnasium
+ Saturdays 9/28 to 10/26
> Thursday 10/31 deadline
+ time and location TBD

• Hoop STARS paper registration forms are also distributed to eligible students in the Ringgold school district at the start of the school year. Interested players outside of Ringgold school district can download the same form from here on this website.
• NO REGISTRATION PAYMENT REQUIRED due to the generosity of the Special Olympics organization here in western PA. 
• The Hoop STARS registration form is also for Buddies and coaches to mark their interest to help during practices. ALL PLAYERS, BUDDIES, AND COACHES RECEIVE  A FREE T-SHIRT
  
• HOOP STARS MEDICAL RELEASE FORM - must be signed by a physician. This is  not due until the first practice, but can be turned-in any time before then by email or in-person. 
  •  This is a Special Olympics organization requirement in order to receive program sponsorship

We would like to give a very special thank you to the Special Olympics organization that are helping to sponsor the HOOP STARS program this season.  THANK YOU!!

All Hoop Stars player registration and program t-shirt costs are generously covered thanks to the support of the Special Olympics program here in western Pennsylvania.

To learn more about the Special Olympics organization here in western PA,
follow this link SPECIAL OLYMPICS THREE RIVERS REGION

Ringgold Youth Basketball is very proud to offer our Hoop Stars basketball program to children with special needs and abilities. The goal of our Hoop Stars program is to adapt the game of basketball for all special needs and abilities, and to give kids with special needs the ability to participate in the same basketball programs that their siblings participate in.  

HOOP S.T.A.R.S.

S - Success
T - Through 
A - Adaptive 
R - Recreational
S - Sports

Hoop Stars Basketball is a unique recreational basketball program because:

• Designed for children with Special Needs who live with physical or mental challenges
• Placement is made by ability, not by age or grade
• Skills sessions are adapted to the abilities of the players
• Game rules are modified to emphasize player success
• Success is not determined by the score; success is determined by happiness and fun, and measured in high fives and hugs.
• Aim is for participants to have fun while learning the game of basketball
• "Buddies" will be on hand if needed to provide encouragement, direction and assistance to the players. 

Hoop Stars is a 6-week program in January and February.
> One 90-minute practice a week for 6 consecutive Fridays
> Each practice is packed with fun-filled basketball activities adapted for players of all abilities
> Location: Ringgold Elementary School North gymnasium


Come Play with us and join the Hoop STARS Family!

If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact Ringgold Youth Basketball at [email protected]

Thank You!

There are many ways for everyone to get involved with the Hoop STARS program. You can volunteer to be a coach or a player's buddy, offer support in recruitment of players, help spread the word about the Hoop STARS program throughout our community, offer fundraising support, and more.

Submit the Hoop Stars coach/buddy registration form, or
Contact the Hoop Stars Director at [email protected] if you are interested in helping out.