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BOYS & GIRLS | GRADES K-8
WINTER
LEAGUE
Big League Excitement.
A Place for Every Player.
Our 3rd - 8th grade championship games are played at Golden 1 Center, home of the Sacramento Kings!
A BIG-LEAGUE
FINISH
AboutWinter
ABOUT BUZZARDBALL WINTER LEAGUE
21 years ago, a friend named Greg Nathanson approached me about taking over a youth basketball league he was running. At the time, just over 100 kids were playing from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Honestly, I was perfectly content coaching my own boys, Toph and Max. But after watching the league for a few years, a vision began to take shape — to create a recreational basketball league with a true NBA/WNBA feel.
Today, as we celebrate our 21st season, Buzzardball has evolved into more than just a league — it’s an experience for boys and girls who love the game of basketball.
The strength of that experience starts with our incredible families and community.
Buzzardball provides a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for players, coaches, and families alike. Our volunteer coaches — many of them parents — dedicate their time and energy to mentoring young athletes, teaching teamwork, discipline, and leadership through the game of basketball.
One of our most valued partnerships is with the Sacramento Kings. Thanks to our sponsors and families who purchase discounted Kings tickets, Buzzardball earns the opportunity to host our annual Championship Games at Golden 1 Center — a once-in-a-lifetime experience for our players that has become a tradition for over 15 years.
A defining feature of Buzzardball is our ALL-PLAY rule. Every player, regardless of skill level, gets equal time on the court. This rule builds confidence in beginners, fosters leadership in experienced players, and reinforces the values of teamwork and inclusion that define Buzzardball.
As the Director, I pour my heart and soul into every part of this league — from our NBA-style uniforms and league updates to the overall experience your child will have on and off the court. My goal has always been to create a league that kids love, families trust, and the community supports.
Take a moment to explore the website to see what makes Buzzardball so unique. If you have any questions, I’d love to hear from you.
— Steve Buzzard
Director, Buzzardball
HOW THE SEASON WORKS
FORMAT & FEATURES
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Youth basketball league for boys + girls Grades K-8 of all levels
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Broken up by grade level:
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3rd/4th, 5th/6th, 7th/8th Boys & Girls Teams
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Within the 3rd/4th + 5th/6th boys divisions, Buzzardball offers a SILVER DIVISION (younger + less experienced) and a GOLD DIVISION (older + more experienced)
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K-2 Leagues are co-ed | No score is kept
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All-Play League | Everyone plays an important role on the team
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Volunteer Coaches committed to teaching and supporting our kids
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Fun + Safe Environment for Kids + Their Families
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Easy registration with early bird pricing!
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You can register with a whole team (up to 10 players), with a few friends (less than 10), or solo (placed on a team)
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High quality double-sided uniforms featuring NBA + WNBA teams
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Photo Day on Super Bowl Sunday morning (before the game)
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Games feature 20-minutes halves with subs at 15:00, 10:00, and 5:00 mark
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K-2 games feature 16-minute halves with subs at 12:00, 8:00, and 4:00 mark
PRACTICES & GAMES
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Games are played on Sundays from January-March (7-8 games)
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One practice for one hour weekly
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Practices run M-F in the evenings from 4:30-8:30 p.m., Saturdays from 9 am-3 pm. I will try to place your child accordingly.
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3rd-8th Grade Playoffs occur on the final day of the season
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Silver Playoffs including Championship are played on this day
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Gold Playoffs finalists punch their ticket for G1C
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3rd-8th Grade GOLD Championships played at Golden One Center
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Weekly Updates with Headlines + High Scorers
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K-2 ends 1st Sunday in March (this season is March 1st)
PARTNERSHIPS
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Sacramento Kings - families will have opportunities to purchase discounted tickets to Kings games at Golden One Center. Every purchase goes toward the league total that allows our championship games to be hosted at G1C
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Sport Courts Fitness, Rio Americano High School, El Camino High School, and John Barrett Middle School serve as Buzzardball's Game Day Sites.
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Sponsorship opportunities | A great place to highlight your business in front of hundreds of families.
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WINTER LEAGUE FAQ
Buzzardball Winter League FAQ Sheet
FAQ
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