Extra Mile Basketball NJ, in partnership with Food for HOPE – The Care Center of New Jersey, is hosting a FREE Basketball Training Fundraiser on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at Empire Sports & Training in Lyndhurst, NJ.

This special event combines basketball development with an opportunity to give back to the community. Boys and girls ages 7–18 are invited to participate in a structured training session led by an experienced basketball coach and the support of other basketball coaches.

SESSION SCHEDULE

• Ages 7–10: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Ages 11–13: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Ages 14–18: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

WHAT ATHLETES CAN EXPECT

• Basketball fundamentals and skill development
• Ball handling, shooting, passing, and footwork
• Purposeful repetitions and individual skill improvement
• Basketball IQ and game application
• Training focused on discipline, effort, teamwork, and sportsmanship
• Scrimmage and competition

SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY

Our goal is to raise $2,000 to help provide 6,000 meals to families in need through Food for HOPE.

Participation is completely FREE. Donations are entirely optional. No donation is required to register or participate.

LOCATION

Empire Sports & Training

525 Riverside Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

Registration is required. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/233528144757159

Donate here: https://donate.stripe.com/7sY14neuQ6MA8yd6Bm9k40a

Join Extra Mile Basketball NJ for a day of basketball, development, and giving back to the community.