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SoCal Elite & Irvine Youth Basketball's Winter League (November thru February) is for all boys or girls (ages 4-17) with 6-8 games.

The Academy at Beacon Park Gym will re-open on Monday, August 13th during normal hours.

SoCal Elite's Youth Volleyball Fall League (August 25 thru October 13) is for all boys or girls (ages 5-14) with 6-7 matches.

SoCal Elite's Youth Basketball Fall League (August 26 thru October 14) is for all boys or girls (ages 5-14) with 6-7 games.

The Academy at Beacon Park Gym will re-open on Wednesday, July 18th during normal hours.

The Academy will be CLOSED at all locations.

Starting June 11th, the Rookie Academy will be moved to Beacon Park Gym (Mon., Wed., Fri.) from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM for the summer.

Important information to know for the upcoming 2018 Basketball Summer League.

SoCal Elite's Youth Basketball Summer League (June 3rd thru July 1st) is for all boys or girls (ages 5-14) with 6-8 games.

There are no Basketball Spring League games this Sunday, April 1st in observance of Easter. The League's games will resume next Sunday, April 8th.

Important updates ahead of the 2018 Youth Basketball Spring League.

Important updates ahead of the 2018 Youth Basketball Spring League.

SoCal Elite is proud to host the Irvine Hoops Classic each year, and we invite you to come watch the games!

Important updates ahead of Week 8 in the Winter Youth League.

The Academy will be open on January 21st and resume normal hours.

Important updates ahead of Week 8 in the Winter Youth League.

The Academy will be open on January 3rd and resume normal hours.

Important updates ahead of Week 8 in the Winter Rookie League.

Important updates ahead of Week 8 in the Winter Youth League.

Important updates ahead of Week 7 in the Winter Youth League.

Important updates ahead of Week 8 in the Winter Rookie League.

Important updates ahead of Week 6 in the Winter Youth League.

Important updates ahead of Week 6 in the Winter Rookie League.

Important updates ahead of Week 6 in the Winter Youth League.

Important updates ahead of Week 6 in the Winter Rookie League.

Photo Day for the Sunday Youth League is Sunday, January 14th at either University HS or Irvine HS. Times: TBA.

Photo Day for the Sunday Youth League is Sunday, January 14th at either University HS or Irvine HS. Times: TBA.

Photo Day for the Sunday Youth League is Sunday, January 14th at either University HS or Irvine HS. Times: TBA.

Photo Day for the Saturday Rookie League is Saturday, January 13th at Irvine HS. Photo Day for the Sunday Rookie League is Sunday, January 14th at Irvine HS or University HS.

Photo Day for the Sunday Youth League is Sunday, January 14th at either University HS or Irvine HS.

SoCal Elite's Youth Basketball Spring League (March thru May) is for boys & girls, ages 5-14.

The Academy will be open on January 3rd and resume normal hours.

Bring at least (1) canned food item for FREE entry to the Gary Raya Basketball Classic on Friday, Dec. 15th at Northwood HS for the semi-final games.

Week 3 updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League Youth (Sunday) divisions.

Week 3 updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League Rookie (Saturday & Sunday) divisions.

Bring at least (1) canned food item for FREE entry to the Gary Raya Basketball Classic on Friday, Dec. 15th at Northwood HS for the semi-final games.

If you have not picked up your child's uniform or basketball yet, please do so at the SoCal Elite office during one of the scheduled times.

Week 2 updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League Youth (Sunday) divisions.

Week 2 updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League Rookie (Saturday & Sunday) divisions.

Updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League HS divisions.

Updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League 2nd grade advanced division.

Updates for the 2017-18 Basketball Winter League Rookie (Saturday & Sunday) divisions.

Rookie League uniform and basketball pick-up is Saturday (11/18) or Sunday (11/19).

Rookie League uniform and basketball pick-up is Saturday (11/18) or Sunday (11/19).

High School League registration ends Sunday, November 19th. Team rosters and Opening Day schedule will be released Nov. 27th.

Youth League team rosters have been released!

Now that evaluations have been completed, here are the next steps and latest updates for the Winter League.

Evaluations information for 2nd grade boys only.

Make-up evaluations information for Youth League: boys & girls 3rd-8th grade.

Registration for the 2017-18 SoCal Elite Youth Basketball Winter League closes soon! Be sure to secure your spot before it sells out.

All 3rd–8th grade boys & girls must attend evaluations to play in the 2017-18 Winter Youth League on Oct. 22nd.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

SoCal Elite's Basketball Academy summer hours will end on Sept. 5th. The new fall hours will begin on Sept. 6th.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Fall League.

The 2017-18 Youth Basketball Winter League is for all boys or girls (TK–HS). Early-bird pricing expires soon!

Important Week 6 information for coaches & parents in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

Important Week 5 information for coaches & parents in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

SoCal Elite's Youth Basketball Fall League (Sept.–Oct.) is for boys & girls, ages 5-14. Register now before the July special pricing expires!

SoCal Elite Sports is proud to support hard work both on the court and in the classroom through the annual IPSF Student Athlete Scholarship.

Important information for SoCal Elite's Basketball Summer Camp 1 on June 12-15.

Important Week 2 information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

Important Week 2 information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

Important Week 2 information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

Important information for youth division parents in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

Important information for rookie division parents in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

Important information for head coaches in the 2017 Basketball Summer League.

SoCal Elite partners with IPSF to host annual inter-school basketball tournaments for Irvine Youth Sports: Tournament of Champions.

Shooting a basketball is one of the first things a basketball player does when learning the game. Check out our tips to learn correct form.

The triple threat position is the position every offensive basketball player should start in because of the endless moves and dribbles that can be used.

Basketball players utilize the crossover dribble, one of the more basic ball-handling skills a youth player can learn, to create space from defenders.

Before learning all the different shots in basketball, all youth players must learn how to shoot a basic layup first–the easiest shot in basketball.

Imagine this for a moment... You are playing in a basketball game and become stuck with the ball after dribbling. How can you move? The pivot, of course!

Playing excellent basketball defense is as important, if not more important, as scoring the ball. Learn our on-ball defense tips for beginner youth players.

In case you missed our final summer basketball camp of the summer, check out what you missed! SoCal-Elite's seasonal youth basketball camps are the perfect activity for any child! These Irvine-based camps are for boys & girls in Orange County.

A jab step is a basketball fake towards the basket, then a drive the opposite direction or a quick shot. Learn the steps to executing an effective jab step.

Many youth basketball players have trouble boxing out opposing players to grab a rebound. We break down a few steps and pointers on how to properly box out.

SoCal-Elite's seasonal youth basketball camps are the perfect summer activity for any child! These Irvine-based camps are for boys & girls in Orange County.

Many youth basketball coaches and players run the pick-and-roll since they can effectively easily score while keeping the game simple. A pick-and-roll...

Dribbling a basketball should be one of the first fundamental basketball skills a beginning youth basketball player learns. Learn our five basic points to start improving your dribbling skills today.

Check out this funny video of new Lakers point guard Jeremy Lin showing off his dunking skills by dunking on... his mom.