BUZZARDBALL K–2 COACH HANDOUT (Sport Courts Fitness) Goal:  Fun, confidence, safety, and learning the game. K–2 is a teaching division—keep it positive and moving. 1) Officials & Coaching Mindset Officials are trained high schoolers  who also help teach  the game (not just call it). Patience early (Weeks 1–2) : We’ll get into a strong rhythm by Weeks 3–4. Priority: minimize hard contact  and keep the environment safe. 2) Sport Courts Fitness Flow (Keeping Sundays Smooth) Two courts:  Front = Court 1  | Back = Court 2 Benches are in the middle  between the two courts (look for laminated bench signs ). Court 1 benches are in the middle of the court with the HOME team sitting to the right (if you are facing the benches; like watching the KINGS on TV). The Court 2 benches are on the outside. Enter  through main doors. Exit  through cardio-room exit door after your game. Help us stay on time: subs fast, move to benches quickly, and exit promptly after sportsmanship line. Parent communication tip:  Tell parents “Court 1 = front, Court 2 = back” + bring chairs if desired (soft-bottom recommended). 3) Equipment Ball sizes: Kindergarten & 1st: 27.5 rainbow  (lighter) 2nd grade: 27.5 regular Teams should bring the game ball  (label it). Wristbands  (provided): used to teach man-to-man — “ Guard your color .” Water Bins will be provided at the end of the benches to house the players water bottles 4) Game Format & Subbing 16-minute halves  (designed for flow and less rushing). Subs every 4 minutes  (clock stops). Best practice: Coach clearly sends the next 5, then handles wristbands at the bench or half court. 5) Key K–2 Rules (Big Ones) NO stealing the dribble  (game-changer for confidence). ✅ Steal a pass | ✅ Block a shot | ✅ Grab loose ball ❌ Take the ball from a dribbler’s hands Defense pickup is slightly beyond half court  (gives the dribbler space). No free throws . 8-foot hoops . Warm-up on your bench side  only 6) “Buzzardball Specials” Freeze Play Ref calls “FREEZE!”  Everyone freezes except the player with the ball. That player gets a shot attempt (sometimes more than one). Creates great moments and helps game flow. End of Game = Sportsmanship High-fives/fist bumps line is non-negotiable. Teach gentle, respectful sportsmanship. 7) Fair Play & Rosters Give jerseys exactly as assigned  (helps staff learn names now; critical later in older divisions). K–2 coaches do not  turn in sub grids, K-2 coaches are encouraged to use the Game Roster for organization purposes and learning the use of the sub grid and equal play. 8) Communication & Problem-Solving Coaches are the primary communicators—please remind families to report absences . We will do everything possible to avoid forfeits and keep games happening. If a coach-to-coach issue comes up (defense, physicality, etc.), do not address it on-court —go to the site director privately. Quick Reminders to Tell Parents “Court 1 front / Court 2 back.” Arrive early, listen for microphone announcements. Chairs optional; snacks after the game (ideally outside). Thank you for coaching.  You set the tone for the entire experience.

For our 3rd-8th Grade games, volunteers help us in operating the scoreboard and keeping the scorebook. The HOME team is responsible for the scorebook. The AWAY team is responsible for the scoreboard. Below, you will have access to a video and a flyer to help you understand how the scorebook is kept.

This video gives you a breakdown of the Game Binder that can be found on Game Day at Sport Courts Fitness.

Here is a FRESH look at the Buzzardball Rules for the upcoming season!

Here is a FRESH look at the Buzzardball Rules for the upcoming season!

This Season | 10 Teams | 108 Players Be sure to visit the WINTER LEAGUE HOME PAGE  and INSTAGRAM  for the latest updates leading up to the start of the season. Next Step | Players will be hearing from their coach starting this weekend Rosters will be updated if any changes are made Practices will start the week of Monday, December 8th Game Schedules will be posted in mid-December | 1st-NBA will play at Sport Courts Fitness 2026 Buzzardball Tip-Off | Sunday January 4th Be sure to visit the Winter League Home Page, where you can find RULES, SUB GRIDS, GYM LOCATIONS + INFORMATION, and the FAQ section

Here are the games for our 3rd-8th Grade Boys. We are very excited to feature 46 teams in the BOYS division this season. That includes a record 23 teams in our 34-NBA Gold and Silver Division. No more small gyms as ALL the boys are moving into main gyms to play their games this season. Buzzardball features the Schedule Reshuffle . That means that three games will be played to help us determine how the rest of the season will shape out. The goal in this process is to place teams with teams of similar skill level. We love our volunteers. Each team is required to have one parent help with the scorebook (HOME TEAM) and scoreboard (AWAY TEAM). We will have Site Directors available to assist you. We keep it easy. In fact, I have two quick tutorials located at the bottom of this page. If you and I were looking at the teams from the stands across the court, the HOME TEAM (White Jersey) will sit on the right side (like the Kings), and the AWAY TEAM (Dark Jersey) will sit on the left side. Teams will warm up on the basket opposite their bench. Game Locations 34-NBA Gold | Rio Americano High School (New!) 34-NBA Silver | John Barrett Middle School (New!) 56-NBA | El Camino High School (New!) 78-NBA | Rio Americano High School These schedules can also be found here | 2026 GAME + PRACTICE SCHEDULES Here are the rules and Sub Grids of Buzzardball | 3RD-8TH GRADE SUB GRID + RULES 34-NBA Gold Notes - Ball Size 27.5 Buzzardball features NINE teams. THREE teams will play doubleheaders. The TIMBERWOLVES, HEAT, and ROCKETS will be those teams. At Rio Americano High School, family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches. After Schedule Reshuffle | Tier 1 and Tier 2 within Gold Division | team will also have the option to move down to Silver Division (determined by coach) 34-NBA Silver Notes - Ball Size 27.5 This Division features a record 14 teams. And for the families and players in this division, you will be playing at our NEWEST venue ... John Barrett Middle School (4243 Barrett Road in Carmichael | Directions ). This gym is really nice! When you arrive at the school, you will drive around to the side of the school to park and enter the gym. Family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches, which will be located in front of the stage. Scorers' table will be located on the stage. After Schedule Reshuffle | There will be a Silver and Bronze Division | team will also have the option to move up to the Gold Division (determined by the coach) 56-NBA Notes - Ball Size 28.5 Buzzardball features 12 teams. Moving over to El Camino High School, family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches. After Schedule Reshuffle | Gold and Silver Division will be formed 78-NBA Notes - Ball Size 29.5 Buzzardball features 11 teams. THREE teams will play doubleheaders. The RAPTORS, KINGS, and NUGGETS will have those honors to kick off the season. Moving over to El Camino High School, family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches. After Schedule Reshuffle | Gold and Silver Division will be formed.

Here are the games for our 3rd-8th Grade Girls. We are very excited to feature 12 teams in the GIRLS divisions this season. We love our volunteers. Each team is required to have one parent help with the scorebook (HOME TEAM) and scoreboard (AWAY TEAM). We will have Site Directors available to assist you. We keep it easy. In fact, I have two quick tutorials located at the bottom of this page. If you and I were looking at the teams from the stands across the court, the HOME TEAM (White Jersey) will sit on the right side (like the Kings), and the AWAY TEAM (Dark Jersey) will sit on the left side. Teams will warm up on the basket opposite their bench. Game Locations 34-WNBA Gold | John Barrett Middle School (New!) 56-WNBA | El Camino High School 78-WNBA | El Camino High School These schedules can also be found here | 2026 GAME + PRACTICE SCHEDULES Here are the rules and Sub Grids of Buzzardball | 3RD-8TH GRADE SUB GRID + RULES 34-WNBA Notes - Ball Size 27.5 This Division features SIX teams For families and players in this division, you will be playing at our NEWEST venue ... John Barrett Middle School (4243 Barrett Road in Carmichael | Directions ). This gym is really nice! When you arrive at the school, you will drive around to the side of the school to park and enter the gym. Family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches, which will be located in front of the stage. The scorers' table will be located on the stage. 56-WNBA Notes - Ball Size 28.5 This Division features FIVE teams. Each team will have at least ONE doubleheader during the season. It should work out that each team will play every team twice this season. At El Camino High School, family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches. 78-WNBA Notes - Ball Size 28.5 A big THANK YOU to Jed Lucey and Robert Reilly who are coaching the 14 girls in what will be a unique basketball experience. At El Camino High School, family and friends will sit in the bleachers across from the team benches. The GOOD NEWS for this group of girls ... they already know they are playing at Golden One Center in March!

Here are the games for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grade. We are very excited to feature 31 teams this season. ALL games will be played at Sport Courts Fitness, the official home of Buzzardball's Winter League K-2 games, as well as Summer Camp and Summer League. This video was produced two years ago. It will give you the basic nuts and bolts of what happens during our K-2 Season. These schedules can also be found here | 2026 GAME + PRACTICE SCHEDULES Special Notes 2nd-NBA | Because there are 11 teams, SEVEN teams will play doubleheaders. Those games are scheduled back-to-back at 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. The Team will remain on the same bench for their 4:00 game. At Sport Courts Fitness, you will arrive at the Main Entrance. You are encouraged to bring a chair if you'd like. There will be seating available. Max Buzzard will be the K-2 Site Director this year. We will have music playing, and he will make announcements throughout the day. Benches will be located through the middle of the two courts. Court 1 will feature the benches nearest center court, with the HOME team (white jersey) sitting on the right and the AWAY team (dark jersey) on the left. On Court 2, the benches will be located closest to the baselines. Teams will warm up on the same side as their bench is located. Bins will be located by each bench to house the team's water bottles during the games. End of the game (Important) - Teams should make sure players gather their belongings and exit with their family. Everyone will exit out the door by the Cardio Room. Please do not go back out through the front, as other teams will be coming in that way for the next game. Teams are welcome to do post-game treats for the kids. Any snacks or post-game meetings should happen once you get outside of Sport Courts Fitness. Any questions, please get in touch with Buzzardball Director Steve Buzzard at 916-947-7464.

This Season | 6 Teams | 63 Players Be sure to visit the WINTER LEAGUE HOME PAGE  and INSTAGRAM  for the latest updates leading up to the start of the season. Next Step | Players will be hearing from their coach starting this weekend Rosters will be updated if any changes are made Practices will start the week of Monday, December 8th Game Schedules will be posted in mid-December | NEW! 34-WNBA will play at Arden Middle School 2026 Buzzardball Tip-Off | Sunday January 4th Be sure to visit the Winter League Home Page, where you can find RULES, SUB GRIDS, GYM LOCATIONS + INFORMATION, and the FAQ section

This Season | 12 Teams | 121 Players The teams will start as ONE division. When the Schedule Reshuffle occurs after Week 3, the division will be established with a GOLD and SILVER division. Be sure to visit the WINTER LEAGUE HOME PAGE  and INSTAGRAM  for the latest updates leading up to the start of the season. Next Step | Players will be hearing from their coach starting this weekend. Rosters will be updated with any changes Practices will start the week of Monday, December 8th Game Schedules will be posted in mid-December | New! 56-NBA teams will play their games at Mira Loma High School this season. 2026 Buzzardball Tip-Off | Sunday January 4th Be sure to visit the Winter League Home Page, where you can find RULES, SUB GRIDS, GYM LOCATIONS + INFORMATION, and the FAQ section

Be sure to check rosters and practices for any changes. This Season | 11 Teams | 108 Players The 78-NBA Division will start as ONE division. The GOLD and SILVER divisions will be established after the Schedule Reshuffle (takes place after Week 3). Be sure to visit the WINTER LEAGUE HOME PAGE and INSTAGRAM for the latest updates leading up to the start of the season. Next Step | Players will be hearing from their coach starting this weekend Rosters will be updated with any changes Practices will start the week of Monday December 8th Game Schedules will be posted in mid-December | 78-NBA will play at Rio Americano High School 2026 Buzzardball Tip-Off | Sunday January 4th Be sure to visit the Winter League Home Page where you can find RULES, SUB GRIDS, GYM LOCATIONS + INFORMATION, and the FAQ section