SportsLife 2015, issue 3 | Page 17

JR. NBA... Fun, Basketball Authentic, Maximum Basketball Touches By Adam Wedlake, Executive Director, Basketball Manitoba • Aligned with Canada Basketball’s Developmental Pathway • Curriculum has been developed by NBA Basketball Operations and a team of experts in child development, physical literacy, and basketball fundamentals • Games will be modified to be age-appropriate, simple and fun EQUIPMENT & UNIFORM: • Program will include age-appropriate equipment (smaller/lighter basketball and lowered adjustable hoops) and modified games • Participants will receive a Spalding® Rookie Gear Basketball and NBA team bran