SHINE ELITEShine offers competitive team play opportunities year-round for grades 5-12. Middle School teams play locally in tournament or league play. Qualified High School Teams participate in “exposure” events around the country to provide prepared and mature athletes with an opportunity to play in front of college recruiters and coaches as part of the evaluation process for post-high school play.
Shine has established relationships with the country’s more prestigious events, including but not limited to: Nike Tournament of Champions, Big Foot Sports Series, Adidas Invitationals, Frisco Super 64, Nike End of Trail Events, the Check Me Out Showcase, Los Angeles Elite Invitational, Miss Basketball, MSNM Basketball, Triple Crown Sports, USJN/Blue Star Media, Vegas Elite Tournaments and more. Our Academy has established communication channels with over 1200 college programs throughout the US, and we have formed strong relationships with the coaching staff at various regional and national programs like: CU, CSU, MSU, DU, Colorado School of Mines, Colorado Christian University, UCCS, and others. Coach Rob Pierson, Shine's Director and Head Trainer, is a former High School Varsity Coach, Collegiate Director of Admissions, Certified High School Coach, NCAA certified Coach, USA Basketball Youth Development Coach, and has trained in Colorado since 2000. He brings his experience to the program and offers families direct counsel and mentorship throughout the college selection and recruitment process to help ensure that athletes identify the proper program for their personal, academic, and athletic goals. Coach Rob and his staff are active every year with advocating for player’s goals to their targeted schools and has assisted in 100% recruitment of all motivated Shine Seniors since 2012. |
USEFUL LINKS
OPEN Tryouts Nov 4-12. Details below.
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Annual Schedule
January - March Winter Elite Session March OFFICIAL TRYOUTS for all levels April - September Summer Elite Session August OFFICIAL TRYOUTS for Fall Middle School Teams October - December Fall Elite Session November OPEN TRYOUTS for Winter Middle School Teams |
TEAMS
Shine evaluates boys and girls teams for the following competitive levels: U17 - 11th Grade U16 - 10th Grade U15 - 9th Grade U14 - 8th Grade U13 - 7th Grade U12 - 6th Grade U11 - 5th Grade SEASONS
The Shine Annual schedule is organized into three seasons: Fall Season - October through December - Middle School teams grades 5-8 - OFFICIAL Tryouts to form teams at each level - Boys and girls - Teams compete locally and regionally on weekends Winter Season - January through March - Middle School teams grades 5-8 - OPEN tryouts to fill vacancies in Winter teams - Boys and girls - Teams compete locally and regionally on weekends Summer Season - April - September - High School and Middle School teams - OFFICIAL tryouts to form teams at each level - Teams compete locally, regionally and nationally TRAINING AND PRACTICES
Weekly SKILLS Training All Elite players are active members in Shine's high-intensity interval-based SKILLS training program, which includes two structured skill and conditioning workouts per week. Here the athletes will be taught and enhance their cornerstone skillsets (ball handling, footwork, shooting, passing, off-ball movement, finishing, and fundamental team offense and defense habits). Team Practice Teams also have 1-2 practices per week to work on team concepts, special situations, and game plans in preparation for competition. Team practices include both on-court and classroom/film sessions. ELITE AGREEMENT
All players must review and sign this Elite Player Standards Agreement in order to represent Shine Basketball and be granted a roster spot on one of our teams. A sample of the terms of this agreement is provided below.
1. I accept my selection to this Shine Team, and confirm that I will be playing exclusively for this team for the duration of the Session for which I am selected. 2. I understand that Shine Basketball will be planning schedules, practices, and resources to support my role on my team. In exchange, I agree to be committed to attending all scheduled games, practices and team events as a priority in my personal and family calendar. 3. I will give notice of absence or delayed arrival. If I will be late or missing from a practice, I (the player) must contact my team Coach directly prior to the start of practice via text or call/vm. If I "no-show" a team practice without notice, I understand that I will be automatically benched for 50% of the next upcoming game. I am still, however, accountable for attending all practices, dressing for the game and being an active teammate on the bench during my suspension half. 4. I will be on time for every practice. On time is 15 minutes early. 5. I will be fully prepared for every practice. Fully prepared is dressed. stretched, hydrated, off phone/put away, fed, taped, practice plan read, and at baseline/sideline with my teammates ready to work at first whistle. 6. I will hustle at all times. Hustle means sprinting to all double whistles, moving quickly and decisively during all drills, diving on floor for loose/50-50 balls, and sprinting over to help teammates up, for example. 7. I will use no vulgar or demeaning language, to anyone, at any time. I will strive to maintain a the highest level of composure and maturity, understanding that my actions represent not only myself, but my family, and the Shine program. 8. I will be respectful and fully responsive player and teammate. Fully responsive means being excessively vocal with encouragement while on the bench, baseline or in the game, making eye contact with every coach, referee or player who is talking to me, clapping on commands and during encouragement, nodding while listening and showing other appropriate acknowledgments to coaches, referees and players as appropriate. 9. I will be on time for every game. On time means 45 minutes early at minimum, dressed, taped, stretched, hydrated and fed, informed of game plan, sitting with teammates, prepared with all game-time supplies (ball, water, etc.) 10. I will be fully competitive in practice and games. Fully competitive means highly aggressive, demonstrating an intense desire to win every drill/contest/game, being physically dominant, and displaying a relentless passion to overcome any opponent and "win the drill". 11. My family and I will be financially responsible. Financially responsible means paying all required fees on time and in full as required. I understand that failure to do so may incur late charges, additional fees, and potentially jeopardize my spot on the Elite team and my opportunities for and future Shine teams. I understand that all fees paid to Shine Basketball are non-refundable, and I have reviewed the Terms and Conditions and agree to all stipulations. (Terms and Conditions: http://www.shinebasketball.com/terms-and-conditions.html) 12. I will maintain the strongest academic standing I am able. I understand that my Faith, family and educational health are all priorities above basketball, and maintaining my best in each of those areas affords me the privilege to participate in the Elite program. Academically I will maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 while on an ELITE roster. If my GPA threatens to fall below that standard, I will take proactive action to seek help/tutoring and counsel to raise my performance. I will also notify my Coach and/or the Shine Director of any sub-standard performance, along with an outline of my gameplan to surpass the minimum threshold. I also agree to submit a copy of my HS academic transcript each semester that I am seeking participation on an Elite team to verify my GPA. 13. Recruitment. I and my parents agree to abstain from any recruitment of an active Shine player for the benefit of any outside organization during my participation with any Shine Elite team. Upon my separation from Shine Elite for any reason, I agree to abstain from any recruitment of any active Shine player for the benefit of any outside organization for a period of ninety (90) days after my departure. 14. Any use of/distribution of alcohol, tobacco products, marijuana, drugs, or any other illicit substance while a member of the Shine Elite team will be grounds for immediate dismissal and a permanent ban from selection to any future Elite team. I understand that failure to comply with any of these Elite Standards may result in consequences including game suspensions or my removal from the team and/or the Shine program. TRYOUTS
GENERAL INFORMATION (See bottom of page for specific dates and locations.) Tryout Types:
Shine is a competitive Tier 1 and Tier 2 team program. We select high-quality, high IQ, coachable and motivated players for our teams through our 2-day combine-style tryouts. ATTENDANCE AT BOTH NIGHTS IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR THE BEST EVALUATION AND CONSIDERATION FOR TEAM SELECTION. Day 1 - Skills and Conditioning Prospects are taken through a structured workout which will evaluate their present level of strength, conditioning, and overall skill set in fundamental basketball areas (ball handling, footwork, shooting, passing, off-ball movement, finishing, and fundamental individual offense and defense techniques.) Day 2 - Individual and Team Play Prospects will be evaluated in competitive situations as we begin to form rosters throughout the workout. Team Selection: Offers for Elite rosters spots are delivered within 48-hours of any tryout by email. Players must complete and return the Elite Player Agreement to confirm their acceptance of their spot on the team. Team Size: Rosters are limited to 9 players max. Pre-Registration and Waiver: All athletes must complete the Shine Basketball Academy Application and Tryout Registration prior to attending tryouts. Links are below. Guidelines: 1. Arrive 20 minutes prior to your tryout time to sign in and get prepared for the workout. 2. Tryouts are open to prospect's families. Parents will NOT be allowed to coach their children during the course of tryouts or otherwise distract their athlete from the evaluation process. Failure to comply with this standard will result in the immediate dismissal of both the prospect and the family from tryouts. 3. Bring plenty of water, basketball shoes, ball, pump, any accessories (braces, supports, etc.) and come dressed to workout. UNIFORMS AND FEES
Elite Fees Summary: 1. SKILLS Membership All Elite players must have an active SKILLS plan (currently $165/mo.). (3-months for Fall/Winter Sessions, 6-months for Summer Session). SKILLS fees are paid monthly on the 1st. 2. One-time Uniform Bundle purchase which includes home/away jersey, short, t-shirt, shooting shirt and backpack. The bundle is approximately $220 and custom ordered through Denver Athletic. We use the same uniform for all levels of teams, so a player's uniform is re-usable for future rosters barring damage or fit limitations. Jersey numbers are assigned by Shine - requests are accepted but not guaranteed. Ordering information is shared with players upon their acceptance of their offer to play for Shine. 3. Elite Coaching Fee of $300 (Fall and Winter Session) or $500 (Summer Session). 4. Tournament/travel costs vary by Session depending on the actual schedule for each team. We have provided a breakdown of estimated costs for reference: Estimated Fall/Winter Session Tournament Fees (3 month seasons) $200-250 per player (approximately 25-30 games) Estimated Summer Session Tournament Fees (6 month seasons) U11-U12 Teams: $300 per player (local events) U13-U14 Teams: $950-$1500 per player* (local, regional and national events) U15-U17 Teams: $2750-$4000 per player* (local, regional and national events) *Fees are all-inclusive and includes all applicable airfare, hotel, ground transportation, and team meals for players. Travel arrangements are coordinated for teams by Shine Basketball. Teams travel and stay together for a realistic collegiate team experience. ATTENDANCE AND COMMUNICATION
Here are a few guidelines regarding attendance: Players are expected to attend two (2) Skills training sessions per week, as well as their regularly scheduled team practices weekly. Any exceptions to this must be discussed and approved by the Director or Team Coach in advance. We will be taking attendance at Team Practices, and excessive absences that are not approved in advance with the team coach will have a negative impact on playing time. A "no-call, no-show" absence from any team practice or a game will result in a 1-game suspension and will require a meeting with the team coach and/or the Shine Director before the player will be approved for game play. Players are expected to communicate directly with their Team Coach in advance if they have to miss a Team Practice. Please use your Band Team Chat for all communications. ** See below for updated tryout information ** |
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Training locations:
East Gym - Shine Home Facility Calvary Community Baptist Gym 11980 Irma Dr. Northglenn, CO 80233 West Gym (Nov 2019 - Feb 2020) Angevine Middle School 1150 W. South Boulder Rd Lafayette, CO 80026 Visit our Calendar for updated training times and locations. |
High School Tryouts
HS Girls (U15-U17) Official Tryouts are now closed. Contact Coach Rob if you would like to discuss an individual evaluation. Text 303-591-4022 HS Boys (U15-U17) Official Tryouts are now closed. Contact Coach Rob if you would like to discuss an individual evaluation. Text 303-591-4022 Middle School Tryouts MS Girls (U11-U14) OPEN Tryouts - 2 days Monday, Nov 4 6-8pm @ Calvary Gym Tuesday, Nov 5 6-7:20pm @ Angevine Gym MS Boys (U11-U14) OPEN Tryouts - 2 days Monday, Nov 11 6-8pm @ Calvary Gym Tuesday, Nov 12 6-7:20pm @ Angevine Gym |
Shine is seeking motivated coaches and volunteer staff to assist with our Elite program. If you're interested, we'd like to hear from you! Visit our Employment page for more info and to apply!
"Anna was more confident on the court with Shine. She was afraid to shoot the ball or make mistakes with her previous club she played with. We appreciate Rob and other coaches’ leadership and knowledge about the game of basketball."
('17 Anna Weibel, Sacramento State Commit)
('17 Anna Weibel, Sacramento State Commit)
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