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DONSKY GYMNASIUM COVID-19 COURT RULES
- One person or one actual household family will be allowed to shoot at one basket at a time.
- No more than six members of a household family will be allowed on one basket at a time.
- If you are bringing your children to use the basketball court you must fill in the entry form at www.jccdallas.org/entry.
- Please bring your own ball. (The JCC will not provide any basketballs)
- Reservations are not required but we highly recommend reserving a spot on our court. Please follow this link to make a reservation.
- Reservations are free for members to shoot around by themselves or with their family. Should you want to reserve a hoop for outside coaching, skills, practice, or for a group, please contact Tanya at 214-239-7147 to secure payment for your reservation.
- At this time, you cannot reserve a court for pickup or games.
Dates: Starting Thursday, April 1 – April 15 (Dates for after April 15 TBA)
Starting Saturday, April 3 (Games to run every Saturday unless the JCC states otherwise)
Days: Thursdays and Saturdays
Times: Thursdays 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Saturdays 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Court: All vaccinate pick-up games will be played on court 2.
Vaccination: If you have received two Pfizer or Two Moderna Shots and it has been at least two weeks since receiving your second shot or if you have received one Johnson and Johnson shot and it has been at least two weeks since you received your Johnson and Johnson shot.
Policy: All players must be vaccinated as defined above.
- If vaccinated, please send proof of vaccination (image of your vaccination card) to Tanya Johnson at tjohnson@jccdallas.org.
- Proof must be emailed by 12pm on Thursdays. There will be no walk ups allowed.
- In order to be eligible to play, players must be on the JCC Sports Department Master List of vaccinated members.
- We will determine date of eligibility based on your card. Card may be submitted prior to the two week mark.
- Only JCC Members are eligible to play in JCC Vaccinated Pick-up Games. If you are not a current member, please reach out to Ela Bilgin, ebilgin@jccdcallas.org or 214-239-7138 to become a member or renew your membership.
- Once on the JCC Sports Department Master List of vaccinated members those individuals are eligible to sign up to play Pick-up on the My J APP. Please go to our website for a link and instructions to download the My J App.
- If you register in the My J App but are not on the master list you will not be granted entry.
Procedure:
- Upon arrival at the JCC players will have to check in at the Sports and Fitness Desk.
- Checking in at the Sports and Fitness desk includes filling out and presenting the JCC screening form: jccdallas.org/entry, having a temperature of lower than 100 degrees Fahrenheit as shown by the JCC thermometer and scanning in using your JCC Membership card.
- After checking in at the Sports and Fitness Desk, players can proceed to the doors at court 2 of the Donsky Gymnasium and check in with the JCC Vaccinated Pick-up Game attendant. The attendant will confirm the player in on the Master list, has signed up to play in the My J APP, and check in through the app.
- Players who do not follow this process will not be allowed to participate in the JCC Vaccinated Pick-up Games.
A Lifetime of Basketball at the J
Whether you are starting out in Kindergarten, have played for a few years, in your prime, or just out of for some fun and exercise, the J is the place that can make all of your basketball dreams come true.
We runs skills programs and leagues for youth, and have a variety of adult leagues for all ages and abilities. Check out the specifics below.
If you have any questions, contact Josh Goldstein at 214-239-7145 or jgoldstein@jccdallas.org.
Youth Basketball
TRAIN. PLAY. THE J WAY.
What Is The J Way?
The J way of playing basketball works to develop character athletes through competitions and training that support sportsmanship and fair play. Here at the J, we focus on the overall development of each athlete from the basic fundamentals to game strategies. The J way allows all athletes to play, learn, and grow regardless of age or skill level.
Fundamental Clinics
Bring your friends to the JCC and have fun improving your basketball skills with JCC Basketball Coach Josh Goldstein. Coach Josh focuses on the details of balance, footwork, dribbling, passing, catching, and shooting while building character one fundamental at a time.
Summer Youth Basketball Clinics
Kindergarten
Mondays, June 14 – August 2 (No Clinic July 5)
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Members $105
Non-Member $135
1st Grade Clinics
Thursdays, June 17 – August 5
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Members $120
Non-Member $150
2nd and 3rd Grade Clinics
Tuesdays, June 15 – August 3
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Members $120
Non-Member $150
4th & 5th Grade Clinics
Wednesdays, June 16 – August 4
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Members $120
Non-Member $150
Grades: K – 6
November – February
The J Social Sports Youth Basketball Program is a fun, developmental program that focuses on fundamentals and building a love for the game. Come play basketball at the J for that more personal experience this year. Each team will have a Sunday game, a weekly practice, and a weekly skills night.
4, 1-hour sessions
Member: $180
Non-Member: $225
Single 1-hour session
Member: $50
Non-Member: $62
4, 1-hour sessions
Member: $140
Non-Member: $175
GECC students can take Texas Premier Youth Sports Classes specifically designed for them.
Texas Premier offers Basketball on Wednesdays for ages 3 and 4.
For more information, please contact Josh Goldstein at 214-239-7145 or jgoldstein@jccdallas.org.
Adult Basketball
CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19 WARNING & DISCLAIMER: Coronavirus a/k/a COVID-19 is an extremely contagious virus which spreads easily through person-to-person or other contact. Federal and state authorities recommend social distancing as a mean to prevent the spread of the virus. COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, personal injury, permanent disability, and death. Participating in programs or activities upon the J premises could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19. The J in no way warrants that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in programs or activities upon the J premises.
Click here to view Adult basketball leagues COVID-19 Procedures.
The Spring Monday “Business” League is in season. Registration for the Fall league will open in mid-July.
Check out our COVID-19 Policies for the return of Adult Basketball.
This is the J’s competitive “Business” League where you bring together friends or fellow employees from your local “mom and pop” or corporate business to the hardwood. Teams are registered as one unit through a captain as the representative. This is a 10-game regular season, and all teams are playoff eligible. Games are officiated by certified officials and scores, records, and standings will be kept up with online.
The Spring Tuesday “Business” League is in Playoffs. Registration for the summer league is now open.
Tuesdays, June 22 – October 12
$825.00 Per Team
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 17 (Any team registering after Sunday, June 13 will incur a $25 late fee).
Check out our COVID-19 Policies for the return of Adult Basketball.
This is the J’s most fun league where you bring together friends or fellow employees from your local “mom and pop” or corporate business to the hardwood. Teams are registered as one unit through a captain as the representative. This is a 10-game regular season, and all teams are playoff eligible. Games are officiated by certified officials and scores, records, and standings will be kept up with online.
The Spring Wednesday “Blue Chips” League is in Playoffs. Registration for the summer league is now open.
Wednesdays, June 30 – October 13
$825.00 Per Team
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 24 (Any team registering after Sunday, June 20 will incur a $25 late fee).
Check out our COVID-19 Policies for the return of Adult Basketball.
This is Dallas’ most competitive league guaranteed to provide excitement and camaraderie. In this up-tempo league, be prepared to see behind-the-back passes and reverse lay-ups. Teams are registered as one unit through a captain as the representative. This is a 10-game regular season, and all teams are playoff eligible. Games are officiated by certified officials and scores, records, and standings will be kept up with online.
Schedules
Join an Adult Basketball League
For more information or to sign up as a free agent, contact Tanya Johnson at 214-438-3762 or tjohnson@jccdallas.org, or Josh Goldstein at 214-239-7145 or jgoldstein@jccdallas.org.
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