{"id":5967,"date":"2024-02-27T17:55:45","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T17:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportball.com\/in\/?page_id=5967"},"modified":"2026-02-25T21:35:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T21:35:47","slug":"our-methodology","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sportball.com\/in\/our-methodology\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Methodology"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Sportball Methodology<\/h1>\n

We have one goal here at Sportball: to help kids gain the confidence and competence they need to stay active for a lifetime. Of course, that doesn\u2019t happen by accident. Every Sportball program is designed to nurture healthy minds and bodies through fun-filled activities that kids get pumped for every week!
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Fun With Purpose<\/h2>\n

Who said sports and science don\u2019t go together? Our research-backed approach uses the power of fun to instill life lessons and promote physical literacy. It\u2019s like sneaking broccoli into a delicious bowl of mac n cheese \u2013 kids get the fun they want while getting the good stuff they need.<\/p>\n

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Decades of Experience<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve been teaching kids life skills through sports since 1995. In fact, Sportball was one of the first to introduce developmental science into sports programming for kids under 12. We continue to be leaders in childhood physical literacy to this day.<\/p>\n

Three Areas of Growth<\/h2>\n

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Designed To Maximize Fun<\/h2>\n

Every skill is taught through engaging activities and exercises.<\/p>\n

Physical Literacy<\/h3>\n

We lay the foundation for a lifetime of active living by methodically introducing kids to the joy of movement. <\/p>\n

Social Skills<\/h3>\n

We give kids the confidence to dive headfirst into social interactions so they can forge meaningful connections.<\/p>\n

Personal Growth<\/h3>\n

We provide a safe space for kids to develop resilience, emotional intelligence, and the tools to deal with their feelings.<\/p>\n

Our Teaching Pillars<\/h2>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFun<\/a><\/p>\n

Research has proven there\u2019s no better vehicle for learning than good old-fashioned fun.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSports<\/a><\/p>\n

A universal love for sports helps us encourage participation and teach essential skills.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEarly Childhood Education<\/a><\/p>\n

All programs are tailored to the unique learning needs of young children to make them as impactful as possible.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCreativity<\/a><\/p>\n

Creative narratives make activities exciting for young minds by sparking their imaginations.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuilding Blocks<\/a><\/p>\n

Skill building is broken down into small, manageable steps catered to the developmental stages of young athletes.<\/p>\n

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Methodology In Action<\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s see how Sportball Methodology works using basketball as an example. Sports skills, pro-social skills, and motor skills improve at every step of a Sportballer\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n

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Begin With the Basics<\/h2>\n

Sport Skills<\/strong>
Shooting with two hands through a hoop<\/p>\n

Pro-Social Skills<\/strong>
Following instructions, attention, focus \u00a0<\/p>\n

Motor Skills<\/strong>
Balance and hand eye co-ordination<\/p>\n

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Practice Independence<\/h2>\n

Sports Skills<\/strong>
Shooting from a distance<\/p>\n

Pro-Social Skills<\/strong>
Independence, confidence<\/p>\n

Motor Skills<\/strong>
Shooting, throwing, timing<\/p>\n

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03.<\/h2>\n

Practice Playing with Others<\/h2>\n

Sport Skills<\/strong>
Shooting against a defender<\/p>\n

Pro-Social Skills<\/strong>
Leadership, competition<\/p>\n

Motor Skills<\/strong>
Balance, accuracy, running<\/p>\n

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04.<\/h2>\n

Game Ready<\/h2>\n

By this point, Sportballers have developed the balance, timing, and accuracy they need to play a game of basketball with other kids.<\/p>\n

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The Sportball Methodology We have one goal here at Sportball: to help kids gain the confidence and competence they need to stay active for a lifetime. Of course, that doesn\u2019t happen by accident. Every Sportball program is designed to nurture healthy minds and bodies through fun-filled activities that kids get pumped for every week! 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