Open Roster Spots (4/18/24 Update): We have openings on our spring rosters. CLICK HERE to schedule a tryout/evaluation. Inquiries: Contact Greg Benton, Cincy Shock Director (gregbenton1@msn.com)

ONE OF THE BEST BASKETBALL PROGRAMS IN CINCINNATI

Our travel & select programs provide an educational & competitive emvironment that produces some of the most accomplished players in the area.

"The athletes that excel are the ones that commit to our SHOCK VARSITY PLAN - which combines the 4 key elements for player development success- scoring skills, footwork agility, team practices & games. You will definitely leave a better player than when you came!" ~ Greg Benton, Cincy Shock Director

SPRING PROGRAM (Season runs March 1 - May 31)

INDIVIDUAL TRYOUTS

WHO: Boys & Girls Grades 3-11
WHEN: Every Week (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thur) ... by appointment only.
To coordinate a time: CLICK HERE .

Players will be assigned based on grade and skill level.
Rosters consist of 10 players, first come basis.
Roster invitations may be extended within 24 hours after evaluation.

OHSAA Roster Guidelines:

> High School Shock Teams: 3 Boys & 3 Girls Teams – allowing up to 3 players per Shock team, from each high school program

> Junior High Shock Teams: 3 Boys & 3 Girls Teams – allowing up to 3 players per Shock team, from each junior high program

> Grades 3-6 Shock Teams: 4 Boys & 4 Girls Teams - allowing unlimited players per Shock team, from each school

PAYMENTS 3 Installments: Pay with cash, check or credit card.

Team Roster payments, click here ... TEAM ROSTER.

Payment 1 of 3 ... Due 48 hours after acceptance = $100 Secure Roster Spot (non-refundable)
Payment 2 of 3 ... Due by March 15 = $200 Spring Team Fee
Payment 3 of 3 ... Due by April 15 = Select or Travel Team Remaining Balance

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Mondays & Wednesdays ... Jr NBA Scoring & Agility Training
Tuesdays & Thursdays ... Team Practices
Weekends ... League Games & Tourneys

5 PLAYER PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

Option #1: TRAVEL TEAMS (Grades 7-11) = for players interested in playing at the Varsity or Collegiate level... (requires full commitment). Season runs March 1 - July 31.

I. TRAVEL VARSITY PLAN (Best Choice) = Discounted Team Fee plus separate Jr NBA Skills Training

a. TEAM FEES: HS $599, JH $499 (3 installments: $100, $200, balance)

30 - 40 game season
8-10 college exposure tournaments (IL, IN, MI, OH, TN) ... some overnights
2 practices per week (6-730p or 730-9p)

b. JR NBA SKILLS TRAINING: $250 - $450 (2 installments: $200, balance)

2x week scoring skills & agility training
Visit "Jr NBA SKILLS TRAINING" page for description of pricing options.

Option #2: SELECT TEAMS (Grades 3-11) = for players interested in playing at the Varsity level... (open to multi-sport players)>

Season runs March - May 31.

I. SELECT VARSITY PLAN (Most Popular) = Discounted Team Fee plus separate Jr NBA Skills Training

a. TEAM FEES: HS $449, JH $449, ELEM $399 (3 installments: $100, $200, balance)

30 - 40 game season
6-8 area tournaments (Cincy, Dayton, Columbus) and/or combination of league games ... (limited overnights)
2 practices per week (6-730p or 730-9p)

b. JR NBA SKILLS TRAINING: $250 - $450 (2 installments: $200, balance)

2x week scoring skills & agility training
Visit "Jr NBA SKILLS TRAINING" page for description of pricing options.

II. SELECT JV PLAN = Team Fee Only

a. TEAM FEES: HS $525, JH $525, ELEM $475 (3 installments $100, $200, balance)

for those players interested in practices & games only - no skills training.
30 - 40 game season
6-8 area tournaments (Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus) and/or combination of league games ... (limited overnights)
2 practices per week (6-730p or 730-9p)

Option #3: Top Rated ~ Jr NBA Scoring & Agility Training = for those interested in scoring skills & footwork agility only.

I. Cost $250 - $450. (2 installments: $200, balance) Register here... JR NBA SKILLS & AGILITY

2x week Individual scoring skills & agility training
- Visit "Jr NBA SKILLS TRAINING" page for description of pricing options.

Option #4: Practice Squad Player = for those playing another sport or on another team.

I. Cost $275

2x week team practices ... attend when available.
2x week Individual Jr NBAscoring skills & agility training ... attend when available
30 - 40 game season ... sub for games when openings arise.

To inquire, send email to Cincy Shock Director, Greg Benton ... gregbenton1@msn.com.

Option #5: Little Shockers Program ... Grades 1-2.

I. Cost $120: Register here... LITTLE SHOCKERS.

Spring session April 18 = May 20. (5 weeks)
Players will be evaluated & assigned based on skill level & participation readiness.
Limited number of spots available, first come basis.
Focus on FUN and skills development.
10 weekday sessions (Mondays & Thursdays) at West Chester area gym.
60 minute sessions = 30 min. skills + 30 min games.

> All team fees include NCAA/AAU cards, practices, tournaments and league fees.

> Uniforms: $30 reversible mesh jersey top OR $120 premium multi-season reversible top & bottom
> Reduced athletic participation fee options are available for coaches, administrators & multiple family members.

REFUNDS: There are no refunds once you have committed to a team. We are a non-profit and monies are used to cover gym rental, league fees, site insurance, uniforms, equipment costs & more. In the case of an injury, a replacement player can agree to compensate you for part of your fee.

COACHING OPPORTUNITIES: If you have previous experience as a college, high school, junior high or select level coach, please send email to Greg Benton, Cincy Shock Director (gregbenton1@msn.com). Coaches may receive up to 100% compensation/credit of player value for services.