ABOUT US
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
Cedarcrest Select provides a competitive basketball program to 4th - 8th grade players in the service area for Cedarcrest High School that builds players' skills and confidence and prepares athletes to play middle school and high school basketball. Cedarcrest Select is part of the WESCO Feeder League. All programs in this league are "feeder" teams, meaning the teams are formed by players from within their high school service area - our service area is students residing within the Cedarcrest High School boundary, regardless of where they attend school. Waivered spots are sometimes available if there has not been enough interest for a team from within our boundary area.
A volunteer Board of Directors oversees the operations of the program. The board consists of parents and coaches. Parents who are interested in serving on the board should contact the current President of the board to express their interest and discuss possible openings.
TEAMS
We will field one team per age group consisting of 10-12 players for each team. Final team sizes may vary depending on the number and skill level of players that tryout each year.
pRACTICE SCHEDULE
Practices begin the week after teams are selected in October and go through the end of the season, usually in the middle of March. Practice times will vary depending on gym availability. In addition, skills clinics might be offered throughout the season to our Cedarcrest Select players.
We will have access to gyms at Cedarcrest High School and some of the local elementary and middle schools.
GAME & TOURNAMENT SCHEDULES
Cedarcrest Select participates in WESCO Feeder League which includes teams from most local high school feeder teams on the Eastside from Bothell to Arlington. Approximately 12-14 games are scheduled weekends (typically one game Saturday and one Sunday) from December through February. Althought, double-headers on one of the weekend days are a possibility.
In addition to League games, all teams typically play in three or four local tournaments and one travel tournament per season. Teams typically play 30-35 games during the season, including tournament games.
Individual teams may play more or fewer tournaments, but we strongly encourage tournament play because it develops skills quickly and is fun for the players! Tournament play is decided by each team.
COMMITMENT FROM PLAYERS
Cedarcrest Select coach's expectations are that basketball will be the priority sport during the regular season.
We recognize (and celebrate!) that many players are multi-sport athletes participating in fall sports whose schedules compete with the pre-season (October to November) practice and tournament schedule. Players will not be penalized for missing practices or games (tournament games) in October and November. However, those players attending practices on a regular basis will be better prepared for early season games and absences could reflect game playing time.
Players must communicate potential conflicts to coaches during tryouts.
2023-24 COST (2024-25 costs will be posted this summer)
2023/24 Season costs are $365 per player.
- For new families, there is a $120 uniform fee (includes player reversible jerseys and shorts).
- For returning families, the purchase of new uniform pieces is optional, $60/item (depending on if you need a new size, etc.)
We encourage families to purchase a size that will allow a player to use their uniform for two years. Player sweatshirts and other fan gear are available to purchase for an additional cost on our Team Shop Site.
This cost does not include travel expenses to games/tournaments.
Scholarships are available at the discretion of the board for those athletes and their families who are unable to assume the costs of participation. We are committed to supporting ALL PLAYERS that qualify for the team, regardless of financial situation
Please contact us with any additional questions or email us at info@cedarcrestselect.com.