5v5 'Selects' 🧳

A: Westkhoops is dedicated to offering outstanding youth basketball training and competitive experiences that foster the comprehensive development of young athletes in social, physical, and mental aspects of their lives.

West K Hoops is located in West Kelowna, BC, Canada, providing easy access for local residents, surrounding communities, and out-of-town visitors. All team practices will take place on the west side at local schools, community centres, or church gymnasiums. 

You can enroll by visiting our website or contacting us directly to discuss available programs and schedule sessions that suit your needs.

A: The core values include:

Rise Together: Fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect.
Growth Mindset: Encouraging continuous improvement and resilience when facing complex challenges.

All teams will participate in the Okanagan Basketball League (OBL), involving approximately 10-12 games across four jamboree weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) and playoffs.

A: 2026 Key Dates for the U14 & U15 Boys include:

Season Duration: 2026 March to June (3 Months).
4 OBL Jamboree Weekends: 2026 April 18/19, May 2/3, May 23/24, June 20/21.
Genesis Classic (Calgary): May 16-18.
2 Tournaments in Langley.

Selects Team: U14 Boys
Head Coach: Aaron Dalman
Assistant Coach: TBA
Roster: 10 players + 2 alternates
Roster Players: Compete in all games/tournaments
Alternates: Play in local games and fill in for absent players.

Days: 2 practices per week (1 session = 3x3 & 1 session = 5v5)
Location: Best Available. Could be Glenrosa Middle School (GMS), Constible Neil Bruce (CNB), or Green Bay Bible Camp (GBBC). 
* Based on the best available facility. Changes can result based on gym availability and the approval process.

Season Fees: $750 ($300 due at registration for 3x3, and $350 due by April 1st for 5v5 team selection.)
Tournament Fees: $125 for out-of-town events, $65 for Kelowna events.
Funding Available: KidSport funding up to $300 per eligible family.
Team Fundraising: Opportunities to earn 25% of sales towards fees.

A: Players can expect approximately:

Play in the club’s 3x3 spring league 
24 to 26 practices total
2 dryland training sessions
2 extra skills sessions (example: Westkhoops Skills Competition)
Okanagan League fees included
Optional club apparel is available for players and parents.

A: Athletes not selected can participate in the 3x3 Spring League program, which includes weekly skills practice with games on Saturdays for their continued development.

A: The "Soft Launch" means that the inaugural season in September 2025 will feature exhibition games and travel against teams within the Okanagan only, competing against clubs that play in the OBL. In April 2026, the team will provide a “Full-Launch” and participate in the Okanagan Basketball League (OBL), which includes Kelowna club teams, as well as teams from Penticton, Vernon, Kamloops, and West Kelowna, plus additional travel tournaments and games outside of the Okanagan, such as to Langley, Calgary, and Seattle.

A: Yes, tryouts will open to all players and will have a minimal fee to register. Tryouts will be a combine-style format that includes physical ability and skill testing. Club coaches will use skills and ability metrics to identify and select the best all-around players who can contribute to the team both individually and collectively. This tryout method is designed to help prevent coaches from relying on their personal biases and instead focus on skill and ability-based metrics to establish team selection. The club will host two identification camp tryouts on Saturdays during the first two or three weeks of September 2025, with specific dates to be announced.

A: In September, the travel team will hold one additional practice during the week and egames on weekends, primarily on Saturdays.