This league is part of our full system of youth basketball leagues in The Woodlands , designed for girls who need structure, clear coaching, and guided game experience — not just random scrimmages.
Girls Youth Basketball League – The Woodlands
Girls youth basketball league for beginners and developing players • Ages 6–10 • Starters Division (Ages 6–7) • Rising Division (Ages 8–10)
Saturdays • January 10, 17, 24, 31, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Woodlands Methodist School FLC Gym
1915 Lakefront Circle, The Woodlands, TX 77380
$175 per player
4-week league session
Why this girls league matters
The Girls Young Ballers League is a development-focused girls youth basketball league, built for beginners and developing players who need patient teaching, clear structure, and a simple way to learn the game. Instead of chaotic, roll-the-ball-out basketball, your daughter gets a beginner-friendly, age-appropriate environment where coaches explain what to do and why it matters.
Each Saturday, players warm up, practice foundational skills, and then play a guided game where coaches and officials teach players what to do, how to move, and how to make the right decisions. They learn how to be a good teammate, listen to direction, and compete the right way — all while having fun and building confidence. This league is the bridge between just playing and truly understanding basketball.
What your daughter will gain: Skills, confidence, character
- Fundamental skills that stick – Layups, dribbling, passing, spacing, and simple team concepts reinforced every week in a calm, structured way that makes sense for beginners.
- Game understanding – Where to go on offense, how to move without the ball, and how to defend without fouling. Players start to see the court, not just chase the ball.
- Real-game confidence – Because the league is guided by consistent coaches and clear expectations, players know what’s coming. That predictability builds trust, belief, and willingness to try new things.
- Effort and attitude standards – We talk about listening, hustle, and how to respond to mistakes. Your daughter learns that how she behaves is just as important as how she plays.
- Safe, positive environment – No yelling, no chaos, no out-of-control sidelines. Just a clear standard, steady encouragement, and a coach who cares about who your child is becoming.
Details: Dates, times, cost & registration
Who: Girls ages 6–10 (beginners and developing players)
Divisions:
• Starters Division: Ages 6–7, 8-foot goals
• Rising Division: Ages 8–10, 9-foot goals
League Format:
• 4-week session – Saturdays in January
• 50-minute practice + a friendly, guided 28-minute game each week where coaches and officials help players understand what to do
• All players must play at least half of each game
• Games are played with the official Coach Deon basketball
Dates (January 2026): January 10, 17, 24, 31
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Starters & Rising Divisions share the session window)
Location: The Woodlands Methodist School FLC Gym, 1915 Lakefront Circle, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Program Cost: $175 per player (4-week league)
*Pricing subject to change. See registration page for the most current rate.
When your daughter enters Girls Young Ballers, she’s not just joining a one-month league — she’s stepping into a clear long-term pathway for beginners and developing players:
Step 1 – Girls Young Ballers (Ages 6–10)
All-girls youth basketball league for confidence, coordination, and learning the game in a fun, structured way.
Step 2 – Fundamentals First: Girls Foundations Class
Weekly skills class that builds footwork, ballhandling, and finishing on top of what she learns in the league.
Step 3 – Girls Select Skills & League
For players who want more reps and competition: Girls Select Skills Class plus the Girls Select League (grades 5–8).
Step 4 – Team Lex Girls UA (Club)
Under Armour–sponsored club teams for serious, committed players (grades 3–8) ready for tournaments and advanced coaching.
Parent FAQ: What you need to know
Is this girls youth basketball league okay for beginners?
Yes. This girls youth basketball league is built for beginners and developing players. We separate by age and ability, keep teams small, and coach them through the basics of where to go, what to do, and how to play the game the right way.
What if my daughter has never played on a team?
That’s exactly who this is built for. We teach how to line up, sub in and out, listen in huddles, and respond to coaching — all the “little things” that matter when she moves into school or club basketball.
Can we miss a week?
We understand families travel or have conflicts. We encourage players to attend all four weeks to get the full benefit, but if you miss a session, your daughter keeps her spot in the league. We’ll plug her back into the rotation the following week.
Can my daughter be placed with a friend or sibling?
We do our best with friend and sibling requests if noted during registration. Our first priority is balanced teams and a good experience for every player. When possible, we honor reasonable requests and keep communication clear with parents.
Who runs the league?
The league is led by Coach Deon — The Woodlands’ Most Dedicated Coach — along with trained staff who understand both basketball and working with kids. Our goal is not just to run games, but to develop effort, belief, and character through basketball.
📍 The Woodlands Methodist School FLC Gym
1915 Lakefront Circle, The Woodlands, TX 77380
We offer a full girls basketball development system in The Woodlands — from beginners to club-level players, so parents searching for a girls basketball league near them know exactly where to start.
After the Girls Young Ballers League, here are the most common next steps parents take:
- More fundamentals: Fundamentals First – Girls Foundations Class
- More reps & competition: Girls Select Skills Class + Girls Select League
- Serious competitive track (club): Team Lex Girls UA – Club Program
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Development Pathway
Every player in our leagues is part of a bigger plan. We don’t just play games — we help kids grow through a step-by-step development system that teaches confidence, discipline, and real basketball habits.
You can explore how the full pathway works for players ages 6–15 here.