Youth Girls

Our 3rd–6th Grade Girls Division is all about learning, growing, and having fun while building a strong basketball foundation. Designed for players of all skill levels—from those just picking up the ball to those ready to take their game to the next level—this division focuses on developing core skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense in a positive, supportive environment.

Practices are structured to teach fundamentals and teamwork, while games give players the chance to apply what they’ve learned in real play. Coaches emphasize sportsmanship, confidence, and communication, helping girls develop on and off the court.

By the end of the season, players will leave with improved skills, new friendships, and a stronger love for the game—ready for whatever comes next in their basketball journey.

All players should attend Player Evaluation Night to be placed on a team. Information will be sent out after registration is received. 

All practices and games are held at Elmwood Village Charter School-Hertel Campus (665 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14207).

Practice will be held once a week, depending on your team. Once you are assigned a team, you will practice on the same day and time each week. 

Games at held on Saturday mornings beginning at 9 am. 

Registration for 25/26 Season are currently closed.

• If you are signing up multiple players, please complete one form for each player. 

• Payments made by cash or check may be mailed to Beyond the Rim Basketball, PO Box 104, Buffalo, NY 14223, or brought to Player Evaluation Night.

• Requests for placement on specific teams, with specific coaches, or with other players may not be honored.

Schedule

Official Rules and Regulations (Rules subject to change)

Mission and Purpose

The Beyond the Rim Basketball Youth League is dedicated to providing student-athletes with an opportunity to develop their basketball skills in a structured, supportive, and inclusive environment. Our mission is to foster growth both on and off the court by emphasizing the values of teamwork, respect, discipline, and sportsmanship.

The purpose of this league is to:

• Promote skill development and a fundamental understanding of the game of basketball.

• Ensure fair and balanced play through clear and consistent rules.

• Provide a positive and safe environment where all players can learn, compete, and grow.

• Encourage sportsmanship and leadership among players, coaches, and spectators.

• Build a strong community of athletes and families who support one another in both competition and character.

All league rules and regulations are designed with these goals in mind, ensuring that Beyond the Rim Basketball remains a developmental and character-building experience for every participant.

1. Game Start and Possession

1.1 Each game shall begin with a jump ball.
1.2 Possession for the start of each subsequent quarter shall alternate based on the current possession arrow.

2. Game Timing

2.1 Games shall consist of four (4) quarters of eight (8) minutes each.
2.2 A running clock shall be in effect, except under the following conditions:

• Shooting fouls

• Official timeouts (e.g., equipment adjustments, referee stoppage)

• Player injuries

• The final thirty (30) seconds of the 1st and 3rd quarters

• The final sixty (60) seconds of the 2nd and 4th quarters

3. Player Substitutions

3.1 Mandatory substitutions shall occur at the four (4)-minute mark of each quarter.
3.2 Play shall resume at the point of interruption following substitutions.
3.3 Prior to each game, coaches shall assign players a number from 1 through 10.
3.4 Substitutions shall follow this numerical sequence. In the event a player is absent, that number shall be skipped, and the order shall continue accordingly.

4. Offensive Restrictions

4.1 A five (5)-second lane violation shall be enforced in the free-throw lane (“the paint”).

5. Defensive Restrictions

5.1 All defensive players must remain positioned at or behind the top of the three-point line extended until the offensive team advances the ball across half court.
5.2 Once the ball has crossed half court, defensive play may occur anywhere on the court.
5.3 During the final two (2) minutes of regulation play, teams are permitted to apply full-court defensive pressure (“press”).
5.4 If the defensive team holds a lead of ten (10) points or more, pressing shall not be permitted.

6. Overtime

6.1 During the regular season, tied games shall proceed to one (1) four (4)-minute overtime period. If the score remains tied, the game shall end in a tie.
6.2 During playoffs, tied games shall continue with successive four (4)-minute overtime periods until a winner is determined.
6.3 Coaches may use any players from their roster during overtime periods.

7. Timeouts

7.1 Each team shall be allotted four (4) timeouts per regulation game.
7.2 During overtime, each team shall be allotted one (1) timeout.
7.3 Timeouts from regulation play shall not carry over into overtime.

8. Bench Regulations

8.1 A maximum of two (2) coaches shall be permitted on the bench.
8.2 Only one (1) coach may stand at a time during live play.

9. Rule Disputes

9.1 Any questions or disputes regarding the rules or their intent during a game shall be resolved through discussion between the head coaches, referees, and score table officials.

10. Conduct and Sportsmanship

10.1 Coaches, players, and spectators are expected to conduct themselves respectfully at all times.
10.2 Arguing, yelling at referees, players, or opposing coaches shall not be permitted.
10.3 The use of derogatory, offensive, or inappropriate language by players, coaches, or spectators is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in a warning, technical foul, ejection, or further disciplinary action as determined by league officials.
10.4 All league participants are expected to demonstrate sportsmanship and model positive behavior for players and fans.