Covid-19, what are we doing?
It is optional whether masks are worn. We adhere to whichever facility we practice in, and any leagues or tournaments we participate in to determine our mask usage. We keep hand sanitizers, wipes, and thermometers available (e.g., if a player falls ill or appears sick, we can check to ensure there is no fever). If anyone has a temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, they are to leave the location. If someone in our family gets COVID-19 or is in contact with someone who does, we follow the CDC rules on quarantining. Appropriate etiquette will keep our families safe.
joining p.g. thunder BASKETBALL
Families can sign-up their player with any P.G. Thunder Team through our website that matches the age-grade combination. Go to our “Teams” Section and see which team to join. Fill out the details that appear once you click on the “Sign Up” button. Once your information is received, we will contact you and recommend how to proceed. Families are encouraged to attend a couple of basketball practices before enrolling their player in the P.G. Thunder Basketball Program. We always want players and their families to determine if our organization is the best place to be or the best “fit.”
tryouts
Tryouts happen periodically, and if we have them, you can register your player(s) on our site. Our “tryouts” are not what you would typically consider a tryout. It is “us” getting to know each other (coaches, players, and families) while your player participates in the “tryout”. We always want players and their families to be comfortable with our organization and what we have to offer.
PLAYER ELIGIBILITY
All players will play in their respective teams based on age-grade combinations. Because we develop athletes on various skill-levels, his level is not an eligibility factor. If you want your player to play on a team with a higher skill & grade-level, coaches will determine the outcome. Players can participate in our basketball program once attending practices and games are attainable.
WHO CAN PLAY?
Athletes who are seven (7) years old and up, can participate in our basketball program.
WHEN ARE PRACTICES?
Practices are one (1) + times per week depending on the season. They are approximately one (1) to two (2) hours per practice. Every season, allotted time will be determined based on gym-time availability.
HOW ARE TEAMS CHOSEN?
Chosen teams are by age and grade-level combinations.
how many TEAMS are part of the organization currently?
We currently have 11 teams: 10U Blue, 11U Blue, 13U Gray, 14U Gray, 15U Orange (JV), 16U Gray (JV), 16U Blue (JV), 16U Orange (JV), Varsity Gray, Varsity Orange, and Varsity Blue Teams. Due to participation per season, the number of teams may vary.
does my player HAVE TO BE A MARYLAND RESIDENT TO PARTICIPATE?
No. P.G. Thunder Basketball is a program open to athletes living in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area.
LEAGUES and tournaments
Our teams play in at least one (1) league every season. The number of leagues per season may vary. Team participation depends on the coach. In our Spring-Summer Season, which is approximately five (5) months long, we play in about two (2) leagues and one (1) tournament.
GAMES
When we participate in leagues, we are guaranteed approximately eight (8) - 10 games. Playoffs and Championship games are in addition to regular-season games. For tournaments, approximately, three (3) - four (4) games are guaranteed, and after that, a team plays until they lose leading up to the championship game.
where ARE GAMES played?
Games are played in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area. Once per year, we play in Pennsylvania.
WHEN ARE GAMES played?
Most games occur on weekends (Friday – Sunday). Sometimes, games are played on weekdays, which is dependent on the league or tournament.
are there any costs associated with the basketball program?
Yes, there are costs associated with this program.
There is a registration fee;
P.G. Thunder Basketball attire — temporary uniform shirt, an official uniform, a practice jersey, and a shooter shirt;
Gym-time (Determined per season); and
League/tournament fees (Determined per season).
The registration and P.G. Thunder attire fees are upfront costs totaling $315 to get your player started with our basketball program. Costs are subject to change.
volunteering
If positions are available, we encourage volunteerism. Some positions include Team Administrators, Snack Liaisons, Books or Clock Keepers, Head Coaches, and Assistant Coaches. If you are interested in coaching or other areas, please make sure you identify yourself when registering for your athlete.
online stores
We have an online store where P.G. Thunder Basketball paraphernalia can be purchased.
PG Thunder Gear Link:
https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/?utm_campaign=frbca&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=228816707&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9TpUyWz6uAwuT-1Eyj81DVxN3RZCXjoSbx1rVUzKrWd1lHPenJdkaKAncDV5fvHsVBOK4od7SyEQOYQCoH_LbuDEx5ZQ&utm_content=228816707&utm_source=hs_email#/lockers/pg-thunder-basketball?utm_medium=email&utm_source=squadlocker&utm_term=all_consumers_08Oct22&utm_campaign=frbca&utm_content=10-08-2022_FRBCA_Email_1_consumer_store&c1=email&source=squadlocker&kw=all_consumers_08Oct22
No 10% off code is currently available. Before you complete your purchase, please look at the top right-hand side of the site for any discounts Squadlocker is offering.
We have also partnered with New Balance to produce our New Balance P.G. Thunder Collection!!!!
Here are our links:
A new link is coming soon.
Stay Tuned for the updated New Balance code