Raptors Basketball
Raptors Athletics Basketball is a Winter Season sport played in the Arapahoe Youth League (AYL) open to 2nd - 8th grade boys and girls who live in the Rock Canyon, Castle View or Douglas County High School feeder neighborhoods.
What To Expect
Raptors and AYL provide a great opportunity for elementary and middle school players to experience competitive basketball locally and affordably.
Included in the registration cost is a voluntary 2 night training camp that will be held in late October. We also prepare and support our coaches to succeed at every level of competition in order to develop your player and maximize enjoyment.
If you are interested in coaching, please contact Brandon Hommel at 303-505-2083 or Basketball@RaptorsAthletics.org
Ages/Grades
Open to 2nd-8th grade boys and girls.
Season
- Practices begin the first week of November
- AYL Jamboree November 8-Multiple team scrimmages
- Games start November 15
- No practices or games over Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years
- Playoffs-February 1-8
- Championships-February 13-14
- All teams make it to the playoffs
- Depending on the size of the league, there could be one playoff bracket or multiple brackets based on regular-season seeding
- Playoffs are single elimination
PRACTICES
- Practices are 2 nights a week Monday-Friday
- 1.5 hours per practice
- Most practices are held from 6:00-7:30pm or 7:30-9:00pm
- Younger teams are prioritized the earlier practice slots
GAMES
- Games begin November 15
- Games are held on Saturday, but rarely can fall on a Friday or Sunday
- Most games are held in middle school gyms in the following towns:
- Highlands Ranch
- Parker
- Castle Rock
- Littleton
- Greenwood Village
- Centennial
- Lone Tree
- Aurora
COST
- $495 + Uniform Cost (if needed)
- Uniforms are $125
UNIFORMS
Uniforms will be the same uniform as used in the 2024-25 Season. If your child already has a uniform that fits, they do not need to purchase one. Uniforms cost $125 that include a Raptors reversible jersey & shorts. You will have the option to order a uniform during registration.
You can visit Play It Again Sports Castle Rock to try on the uniform until September 19.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are rosters determined?
We strive to get every player on a team. However, there are situations when the numbers and amount of coaches don't match up the way we want. We know how difficult that situation is, so we will do everything in our power to find a roster. Also, if do you have a preferred team/coach, there is a question in the registration process to provide that information.
What if I might want to coach a team?
Reach out to Director Brandon Hommel, 303-505-2083 or Basketball@RaptorsAthletics.org
What if you end up not finding my son/daughter a team to play on?
In those rare cases, your registration and uniform fee will be completely refunded.
What if there are nights or times we know we can't practice?
Let Brandon Hommel know any major conflicts, and he will do his best to accommodate as many requests as he can while building the practice schedules. The earlier this information is submitted, the more likely it can be worked in to the schedule.
What if we know we will have to miss some Saturday games?
Let your coach know as soon as possible. Most teams will have a game or two with missing players, and the sooner the coach knows about it the better they can prepare for those games.
How do I know what size uniform to order?
Stop by Play It Again Sports in Castle Rock to get sized for your jersey!
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