FAQs
What age groups/grades can tryout for West Suburban Trojans?
West Suburban Trojans program offers team tryouts from 3rd grade through 8th grade. Depending on how many kids tryout determines if we can offer a team at each grade level. Our goal is to keep as many teams as possible, however we are limited by the amount of gym time that is available for our use.
Who is West Suburban Trojans Basketball?
West Suburban Trojans Basketball is a competitive travel program for boys who are currently enrolled or interested in attending Timothy Christian Schools. Our organization strives to provide a fun, safe environment for future Trojans basketball players to learn and improve their skills.
When are tryouts?
Tryouts for the regular basketball season are typically in late July and in mid to late August. Exact dates for tryouts will be updated to our Facebook page, the website, and an email with tryout information will go to last year’s players' parents.
What do I need to do to tryout?
Anyone interested in trying out will need to register on the West Suburban Trojans web site prior to the tryout dates. The form to register is available on our try-outs page. Wear appropriate basketball attire and bring your own water bottle.
If I was on a West Suburban Trojan Basketball team last season, do I need to tryout again?
Yes. Everyone has to try-out each year.
What if I can’t make it to tryouts?
It is critical to make it to the tryouts in order to truly evaluate the skill level of all the kids amongst the group. However, if you have a major conflict (e.g. pre-booked vacation, wedding, priority school event, etc.) and aren’t able to attend either day of tryouts please contact us.
How many kids make each team?
The number of kids on each team can vary depending on skill level and the number of people that tryout. Each team will have anywhere from 8-10 kids.
How many teams are there per grade?
We try to have at least 1 team per grade level. If there are enough facilities and coaching resources, sometimes we will have 2 teams per grade.
When do I find out if I made the team?
Results release dates will be communicated each year post tryouts.
I didn’t make the team – can I try-out again?
Absolutely! We encourage all kids to try-out again the following season.
Who will coach the teams?
All top teams 4th-8th grade we will have non-parent professional paid coaches. For all other level teams we will rely on parent coaches who will have the support of our training partner BIG3 Basketball.
Skills and Team Practices
In season practice times will be announced in Sept/Oct once rosters are finalized. Teams will have once a week team practice and once a week skills practice.
Games (League and Tournament)
Games are typically played on the weekend from mid November - early March. Games are scheduled with teams from the DYTBL https://www.dytbl.net. These games may include home games, away games at neighboring communities as well as weekend tournaments where a larger variety of competition can be found. Nearly all of our games are within an hour's travel time.
What are the program fees?
Our program's cost is $1200 for grades 3rd-8th.
Also all new players must purchase a $100 uniform package (Includes Nike Jersey Top & Bottom & Shooting Shirt).