October 3, 2022
GVBL Winter League 2022-23 Preview

GVBL Winter
Rec League Has Arrived!
Registration for GVBL Winter Rec League is now open. This will be our 22nd year of bringing the GV community this outstanding youth basketball program. 500+ kids have already registered - don't miss out!

Once again due to the limited amount of gym space, the GVBL Winter Rec League will be open to ONLY GVSD residents with limited spots per division. GVBL will once again offer divisions for girls and boys in grades 1-8 and a boys HS division. Skills Assessments will begin 10/17.

The Junior Hoopsters program for 4-5 year olds will open later this month.
For Grades 1-8:
  • Regular registration of $185 ends 10/26 at 11:59PM.
  • Waitlisting begins 10/27; fee is $215
  • Registration closes 11/17 at 11:59PM
  • There is no sibling discount.

Waitlisting does not guarantee team placement.
During the season, there will be a one hour weeknight practice and a one hour game on the weekend. Games and practices will be held at a location within GVSD boundaries. During registration, we allow parents to choose one day a week that will NOT work for practice in order to allow some flexibility in scheduling other activities.
Preliminary Schedule for Grades 1st-8th:
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  • 10/17 - Skills Assess. begin
  • 10/27 - Waitlisting begins
  • 11/4 - Team Rosters Finalized
  • 11/5 - Uniform Distribution
  • 11/6 - Coaches Meeting
  • 11/7 - Practices Begin
Skills Assessments
We will release a skills assessment schedule by the end of this week. Each child is asked to attend at least one skills assessment session. Results from assessments will help in balancing the teams for each division.

Skills assessments will be held at the Phelps School from October 17th-28th. A schedule of specific dates/times will be released later this week.
Boys High School Division
For High School Boys:
  • "Early Bird" registration of $185 ends 12/1 at 11:59PM
  • Waitlisting begins 12/2; fee is $210
  • Registration closes on 12/12 at 11:59PM
  • There is no sibling discount.

All players must be residents of the Great Valley School District. With limited space and fewer roster spots, we expect divisions to fill and close early. 
Coach Volunteers
Give back to the community this winter by volunteering to coach with GVBL this coming season.
Have fun coaching your child and some of his or her friends this winter basketball season. All it takes is about 3 hours a week through the course of the season. For 20+ years, GVBL has had great success with this formula, connecting kids, parents, friends and neighbors and hoping for your support again this season! 

Log into your account on GVCO.org to find volunteer signups.
2022-23 GVBL Shirt Sponsorship Program

Shirt sponsorship is a great way to help provide much-needed support to our programming and promote our business partners. This annual campaign asks local businesses and those from the corporate community for sponsorship to support the Great Valley Basketball League (GVBL).

The program includes the business or corporate sponsor name featured on the jerseys of one of our 75+ youth basketball teams, along with multiple "touch points" throughout the season on our numerous GVCO communiqués (website, newsletters, updates, social media, etc.).

This winter, GVBL expects to have over 650 families and 900 children ages 4 through 18 participating in our program. Complete and return the required shirt sponsorship form by October 24th.
Tournament Teams
GVBL tournament teams play at a higher competition level than our GVBL Winter Recreational League. The commitment to practice is greater, the development of the players is accelerated and there is an additional cost associated with this program.
See our Eligibility Requirements in the Tournament Team section of the website.

Tryouts were completed this weekend and practices will begin soon for the 2022-23 season and upcoming tournaments.
Our Social Media
Visit our socials for news, information, cancellations, and more! Stay connected and keep up to date with all of our programs.

See the links along the bottom of this section for our social media pages and website! Be sure to check out our most recent YouTube videos! There are plenty from the season to enjoy! More content will be posted throughout the fall in preparation for the winter season!
Save the Date - Turkey Trot on 11/24
Join us Thanksgiving morning for a Turkey Trot Walk and Run. More details coming!
Site Work News
Our Site Contractor is still looking to get started digging despite heavy rains from Ian for the past 3 days.
Sign Up for Caring Hands this Fall
Join Us

Caring Hands is a student-led volunteer group that supports the community through various activities. Students in grades 7-12 and their parents can sign up for the Constant Contact Caring Hands News distribution list for the 2022-23 school year.
Coming Soon: Cradles to Crayons, Steps4Hope 5k, Coat Drive, Turkey Trot, Home of the Sparrow drive and more!
Steps4Hope
2022 Steps4Hope 5k Run/1 Mile Walk
East Goshen Park on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at 9:00AM
Steps 4 Hope proceeds from the race will help us continue to assist essential local programs, awareness and educational events, grief support and provide much needed resources for those in early recovery. Steps4Hope is committed to raise awareness, end the stigma associated with the disease of addiction, and save lives.

Registration:
·    Register online now
·    Virtual participation is $30 until October 9th at midnight
·    Day of registration: $30.
·    T-shirt guaranteed with pre-registration until 9/22/2022.
Visit www.Steps4Hope.org for more information.
GV Cheerleaders will be cheering all the participants at the finish line.
Community Partnership
Cradles to Crayons Giving Spot Hub
 
Coming soon to GVCO!

Cradles 2 Crayons Philadelphia supports people facing clothing insecurity in the Philadelphia region including Malvern and Chester County. The hub will be a convenient year round location for donations and a focal point for the annual Caring Hands collection drive this Fall. We are looking forward an even greater partnership with this wonderful organization.
More Ways to Support GVCO
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Did you know your employer might have a Matching Gifts program?

It's a great way to contribute and help GVCO complete the entire new GVCO Community Center project.
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