🏀 IVG Weekly Training Update for Parents Great evening IVG families, We’re excited to officially organize and structure our teams moving forward. 📅 TUESDAY RESET This Tuesday, we will: - Bring all players back together - Review expectations - Confirm team placements - Clarify which coach your athlete will train with After Tuesday, we will split into finalized groups and operate within our structured schedule. Clarity now prevents confusion later. 🏀 OFFICIAL TRAINING STRUCTURE 👟 Girls Boot Camp – Coach Tivona 🗓 Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM 🏀 4th–5th Grade 🗓 Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM 🏀 6th–7th Grade – Coach Tony 🗓 Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 7:15 PM – 8:30 PM 🏀 7th–8th Grade – Coach Cliff & Coach LJ 🗓 Monday & Wednesday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM (Older group begins half-court work at 7:00 PM) 📲 COMMUNICATION UPDATE We are moving all communication to GroupMe. - You will receive a message today with the link to join. - All schedule updates, reminders, and announcements will be posted there. - Please join as soon as you receive the invite. 👕 UNIFORMS Once groups are finalized, we will need uniform sizes ASAP so we can move forward with ordering. Our mission is simple: Structure. Communication. Development. Thank you for your partnership and trust. Let’s have a strong week.

🏀 IVG Parent Alignment Workshop Clarity Creates Confidence. Alignment Builds Champions. 🎯 Purpose Alignment between parents, coaches, and players so development accelerates — on and off the court. We are building young people, not just organizing games. 1️⃣ Practice Structure 🗓 Weekly Schedule 4th–6th Grade – Tues/Thurs (6:00–7:15 PM) 7th–8th Grade – Tues/Thurs (7:00–8:15/8:30 PM) ⏰ Arrival Standard • 15 minutes early • Mentally and physically ready • Early = On Time 🏀 Sunday Clinics • Skill-focused • Coach’s discretion • Optional but encouraged 2️⃣ Game & Tournament Structure 📍 Locations • Rock Quarry Road (Primary) • Lowes Grove (Overflow) 📅 Scheduling • Brackets may shift • Times may change • Stay responsive to updates ⏰ Game Day Standard • Arrive early • Full warm-up required • No rushing Preparation impacts performance. 3️⃣ Uniforms • Parents responsible for care • $50 replacement fee • Represents the brand & culture 4️⃣ Communication Protocol 📲 GroupMe = Official Platform Used for: • Practice updates • Game times • Gym changes • Weather alerts Parents must: • Keep notifications on • Stay responsive 5️⃣ Conflict Resolution Step 1 — 24-Hour Rule Wait before addressing post-game concerns. Step 2 — Speak With Coach Solution-focused conversation. Step 3 — Contact Coach Kevin Scheduled through community platform if unresolved. No parking lot conversations. 6️⃣ Parent Expectations • No yelling at refs, coaches, or players • Positive encouragement only • Respect is non-negotiable Development over drama. 7️⃣ Player Standards Players must: • Give full effort • Be coachable • Show respect • Accept accountability Playing time is earned — not given. 8️⃣ Payments • Must remain current • 5-day grace period • Late payments risk removal Commitment must be mutual. 🧠 Final Alignment ✔ Support effort ✔ Trust coaching ✔ Maintain discipline ✔ Communicate clearly Basketball is the vehicle. Character is the destination. Drop a ✅ once you’ve reviewed and are aligned for the season.

Because of the momentum… Because of the growth… Because of the conversations happening inside this community… We are adding a BONUS WEEK to our Four-Week Boot Camp. That’s right. We’re not done yet. We’re going one level deeper so we can start this season the right way. 📅 PARENT ZOOM MEETING 🗓 Sunday, February 22nd 💻 Zoom (Link coming soon) 🚨 All parents are required to attend. This is not optional. This is alignment. We will also have coaches on the call so we can bring everyone together in one room — parents, players, leadership — unified. 🎯 WHY THIS MATTERS We’re using this bonus week to: - Reset and clarify expectations - Align player expectations - Align parent expectations - Align coach expectations - Establish communication standards - Build structure before competition Strong seasons don’t start in games. They start with clarity. 🔑 THIS IS ABOUT ALIGNMENT When expectations are unclear: - Frustration grows - Emotions rise - Confidence drops When expectations are clear: - Roles are understood - Development accelerates - Trust increases We’re setting the tone early. I appreciate every parent who has leaned in during this Boot Camp. I’m excited for this season. I’m excited for the growth. And I’m excited for what happens when we move together. Let’s start this season the right way. Let’s have a great, great, great season. 💪🏽🔥

Family, Our Parent Meeting is mandatory and sets the tone for the entire season. We’ll cover: ✅ Practice schedule ✅ Season expectations ✅ Communication system ✅ Tournament & exposure plan ✅ Player standards on and off the court When parents and coaches are aligned, players grow faster. At least one parent must attend. Let’s start this season the right way. 💪🏾

Every year, I’ve seen two types of players. Same gyms. Same opportunities. Sometimes even the same talent level. But completely different outcomes. ❌ THE PLAYER WHO LOSES THE EDGE This player: - Talks back to coaches - Reacts emotionally to being subbed out - Skips reps when tired - Makes poor decisions off the court - Lets frustration show in body language They might score. They might be athletic. But coaches don’t fully trust them. And in basketball — trust equals minutes. ✅ THE PLAYER WHO PROSPERS This player: - Controls their mouth - Runs when exhausted - Stays engaged when not starting - Shows up early - Does the small things consistently They’re coachable. They’re dependable. They’re steady. And steady players become valuable players. 🔑 WHY SELF-CONTROL INCREASES YOUR VALUE College coaches and high-level programs look for: - Emotional stability - Practice habits - Body language - Decision-making under pressure Because games are emotional. Adversity is guaranteed. If you can’t control yourself, you can’t control your performance. 📈 DISCIPLINE BUILDS LONGEVITY Discipline: - Protects your reputation - Builds confidence - Keeps you improving when others plateau - Separates you during tough seasons Talent might get you noticed. Discipline keeps you on the floor. 👨‍👩‍👧 FOR PARENTS Self-control is developed in everyday moments: - How they respond when corrected - How they speak when frustrated - How they handle “no” These are training reps too. Basketball exposes what home builds. 🎯 TODAY’S REFLECTION Players, ask yourself honestly: “Would my coach describe me as talented… or dependable?” There’s a difference. Dependable players win over time. 💬 COMMENT BELOW 👇 Parents & players: What’s one area of self-control you’re tightening up this week? Small disciplines today create big opportunities tomorrow.