MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM
The Michigan Premier middle school program is one of the most successful middle school programs in Southern Michigan. We take great pride in the development of our players. The program is designed specifically to empower young women to thrive beyond the court by developing strength of character, leadership skills, strong work ethic, and self-confidence through the love of basketball and athletic excellence. Our priority is to optimize individual player and overall team performance through hands on leadership focusing on individual fundamental skill training/development, game situations, and team dynamics/unity. We coach our players to compete to their highest level of ability. Coaches mentor athletes while instilling life skills such as teamwork, leadership, self-discipline, responsibility, work ethic, and sportsmanship. These life lessons will equip them to be highly successful adults and the leaders of tomorrow.
The Michigan Premier middle school program is one of the most successful middle school programs in Southern Michigan. We take great pride in the development of our players. The program is designed specifically to empower young women to thrive beyond the court by developing strength of character, leadership skills, strong work ethic, and self-confidence through the love of basketball and athletic excellence. Our priority is to optimize individual player and overall team performance through hands on leadership focusing on individual fundamental skill training/development, game situations, and team dynamics/unity. We coach our players to compete to their highest level of ability. Coaches mentor athletes while instilling life skills such as teamwork, leadership, self-discipline, responsibility, work ethic, and sportsmanship. These life lessons will equip them to be highly successful adults and the leaders of tomorrow.
SEASON
Player development is our #1 priority! Middle school is a crucial time for development to prepare player for high school recruiting. Elite level players understand that individual skill development only happens through consistent hours in the gym. In an effort to support and simplify this process, the entire Michigan Premier program will run year-round. Our middle school tournament season will remain unchanged November-May with two practices per week and 10-12 tournaments. During the middle school season (January-February) teams will not have a team practice but will still play 2 tournaments as allowed by the MHSAA. During the off-tournament months (Sept-Oct, January-February, June-Aug), we will run two skill trainings per month (a total of 15 Sunday Development Days). These training days are included in the season and will only include Premier athletes. Each training will consist of individual skill development through competitive drill work and be conducted by our club's professional trainers.
Player development is our #1 priority! Middle school is a crucial time for development to prepare player for high school recruiting. Elite level players understand that individual skill development only happens through consistent hours in the gym. In an effort to support and simplify this process, the entire Michigan Premier program will run year-round. Our middle school tournament season will remain unchanged November-May with two practices per week and 10-12 tournaments. During the middle school season (January-February) teams will not have a team practice but will still play 2 tournaments as allowed by the MHSAA. During the off-tournament months (Sept-Oct, January-February, June-Aug), we will run two skill trainings per month (a total of 15 Sunday Development Days). These training days are included in the season and will only include Premier athletes. Each training will consist of individual skill development through competitive drill work and be conducted by our club's professional trainers.
COACHES
Michigan Premier coaches are passionate and committed to girls' basketball. Coach development is as important as player development. Therefore, our coaches are continually striving to learn in all areas of the game through coaching clinics and education. We provide continuous developmental support through coach certifications. Each coach has an opportunity to be USA Basketball certified and attend the BCAM Coach's Clinic (the biggest and most reputable clinic in Michigan) where they learn from elite level collegiate and high school coaches. All of our coaches have incredible experience. Most have played collegially and have high school coaching experience.
Michigan Premier coaches are passionate and committed to girls' basketball. Coach development is as important as player development. Therefore, our coaches are continually striving to learn in all areas of the game through coaching clinics and education. We provide continuous developmental support through coach certifications. Each coach has an opportunity to be USA Basketball certified and attend the BCAM Coach's Clinic (the biggest and most reputable clinic in Michigan) where they learn from elite level collegiate and high school coaches. All of our coaches have incredible experience. Most have played collegially and have high school coaching experience.
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SELECT TEAMS
7th Select: Tercel Taylor, Kris Wallace 8th Select: Kris Wallace, Tercel Taylor |
REGIONAL TEAMS
7th Select: Codi Cole 8th Select: Jeremy Davies |
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
We are committed to building a competitive schedule for each team that supports individual player development by finding a balance between challenging games and building player confidence through great wins.
We are committed to building a competitive schedule for each team that supports individual player development by finding a balance between challenging games and building player confidence through great wins.
- Our "SELECT" teams typically play 10-12 tournaments. Most are within a 2-hour radius, but they may travel within the Midwest in an effort to play a more challenging schedule.
- Our "REGIONAL" teams typically play 10-12 tournaments each session. They play local or always within in a 2-hour radius.
PRACTICE
All middle school teams practice twice per week (November-December and March-May) in the greater Jackson area.
All middle school teams practice twice per week (November-December and March-May) in the greater Jackson area.
UNIFORMS
Premier uniforms are a one-time purchase. We use the same uniforms each year (4th-8th grade), so players have the option to wear it for multiple years or until they grow out of it. Uniforms can be purchased after tryouts.
Premier uniforms are a one-time purchase. We use the same uniforms each year (4th-8th grade), so players have the option to wear it for multiple years or until they grow out of it. Uniforms can be purchased after tryouts.
HOTEL BLOCKS
The active hotel block link is attached below. This is still a developing link. As we get additional hotels they will be added.
Most tournaments have multiple hotel options. Please pay close attention to where your specific team is assigned. These will be the official team hotels and where coaches stay. Individual team assignments are listed next to the hotel names.
The active hotel block link is attached below. This is still a developing link. As we get additional hotels they will be added.
Most tournaments have multiple hotel options. Please pay close attention to where your specific team is assigned. These will be the official team hotels and where coaches stay. Individual team assignments are listed next to the hotel names.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULES
TBD
TBD