Parent FAQ: Youth Basketball in Chicago
Everything you
need to know.
Answers to common questions from parents about our youth basketball programs, pricing, ages, tryouts, and teams.
What ages does BLUEprint Hoops TRUE BLUE serve?
Bitty Training is for ages 5–8. The TRUE Blue Training Academy is for players ages 9 and up. Winter Ball teams are for middle school players, Spring/Summer AAU travel teams are for players in 5th–9th Grade, and camps and clinics serve older youth players.
Where is BLUEprint Hoops located?
We're in Downtown Chicago, and we welcome families from across the city, Oak Park, and the near west and north suburbs.
What is the TRUE Blue Training Academy?
The TRUE Blue Training Academy is our monthly training session package for players ages 9 and up. Sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 pm.
How much does training cost?
The TRUE Blue Training Academy is a monthly package. Register through SportsBase for current Academy and Bitty Training pricing.
Do you offer drop-ins?
Drop-ins may be available based on availability. Email us to ask about an upcoming TRUE Blue Training Academy session.
What is Bitty Training?
Bitty Training is our beginner program for kids ages 5–8. It runs Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00–7:00 pm, and introduces basketball fundamentals in an age-appropriate setting.
What is Winter Ball?
Winter Ball is our middle school team season, running December through February. Players earn roster spots through tryouts.
Do you have AAU travel teams?
Yes. We field Spring/Summer AAU travel teams for players in 5th–9th Grade. Select teams participate in Adidas Jr. 3SSB programming.
When are tryouts?
Winter Ball tryouts are Thursday, November 5, 2026, for the December–February season. Spring Tryouts for our Spring/Summer AAU travel teams are in January 2027. Register through SportsBase, and see the Schedule page for updates.
Do you offer camps and clinics?
Yes. We run seasonal basketball camps and clinics with experienced coaches and guest trainers. Camp and clinic dates: more coming soon. Check the Schedule page for updates.
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