What Is the Summer Travel Basketball Team?
YEDA’s Summer Travel Basketball Team offers more than just advanced competition—it’s an opportunity for athletes to grow as leaders, build character, and create lifelong memories. Traveling across the Midwest, with a national destination such as Las Vegas or Orlando, players gain access to elite tournaments and advanced coaching.
This program emphasizes discipline, mentorship, and teamwork, helping players refine their skills both on and off the court. Student-athletes are required to attend our health & wellness workshop and are encouraged to participate in our technology career workshop and college tour.
Players can further develop leadership skills by participating in unique opportunities such as:
Development League Referee (paid position)
Development League Coach (volunteer)
Basketball Training Assistant (paid position)
Big Brother/Big Sister Peer-to-Peer Mentoring (volunteer)
At YEDA, this is more than basketball—it’s about shaping leaders and preparing youth for success in life!
What to Expect from the Season
Player Grade Requirements
YEDA athletes will once again be required to maintain a certain academic standard (no failing grades) and for those who do not meet requirements, tutoring will be offered. Students will be suspended from playing until they cure the grade.
Tournaments
Competing in 9 or more tournaments across the Midwest, plus one national destination.
Parent Involvement
As a travel team, this program requires a significant commitment from families. Parents are responsible for ensuring their child’s timely arrival to all practices, games, and tournaments.
Practice Schedule
Twice a week practices designed to improve individual player development and team performance. Consistent attendance is critical to ensure players are ready for competitive play.
Character Building
With dedicated coaching and mentorship as the driver, players develop resilience, teamwork, and discipline. They learn to navigate challenges, push beyond limits, and build confidence on and off the court. This experience shapes not just athletes but strong, driven individuals.
Affordable Pricing with Support for Travel Costs
The YEDA Travel Basketball Team is designed to provide a competitive, skill-building experience while keeping program fees affordable for families. Fundraising opportunities and group accommodations are available to help offset additional travel expenses, ensuring every dollar contributes to making this opportunity accessible and impactful.
Pricing and Payment Options
$895 program fee covers tournament fees, practices, and uniform deposits but does not include travel expenses, lodging, or meals, which are the responsibility of the parents. A $350 deposit is due at registration (or select to pay in full at time of registration), $273 due May 1st, and $272 due June 1st.
Fundraising Information
Players can fundraise to help offset some of the program fees and travel expenses incurred throughout the season. 70% of funds raised will be reimbursed to parents near the end of the season, while 30% of funds raised will directly support YEDA to help cover the high costs of operating the travel team while keeping program fees affordable for families.
Additional Costs:
Parents are responsible for hotel stays (group rates will be provided after registration), tournament spectator entry fees ($15–$30/event), and personal travel expenses such as food and gas.
Important Notes
Registration and deposit must be completed within 10 days of acceptance to secure your child’s spot. Players with unpaid balances will not be eligible to participate in games until payments are made in full.
Know Before You Commit
The YEDA Travel Basketball Team Handbook provides all the essential details about the program, including these 3 key pieces you must review before committing to the season:
Expectations for players, including attendance and behavior.
Information on fundraising, group communication, uniform info, and more.
Guidelines for parent involvement and responsibilities.
Players and parents must review the handbook before registering to ensure a smooth and successful season, and are required to digitally sign after registration to agree to all terms.
Ready to Join the Team? Tryout!
Tryouts are the first step to becoming part of YEDA’s Summer Travel Basketball Team. Our coaches assess players’ skills, work ethic, and potential to create balanced, competitive teams. Please bring water and athletic shoes.
Date & Times
February 22, 2026
Times TBD
Location
Roma Sports Club
9115 Roma CT
Frankfort IL 60451
Eligibility
Boys grades 5th through 10th
Cost
$25 per athlete
What's Included
Registration & YEDA T-Shirt.
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Hear From Our Families
The YEDA Travel Team gave my son the tools he needed to thrive on and off the court. The tournaments were competitive, the coaching was excellent, and the friendships he made will last a lifetime."
Mike T.
