frequently asked questions.

Individual player development is at the core of the BLADE program. Skills training is about the relentless pursuit of the complete basketball player. In the BLADE program, big men don’t get stuck on the low block. They become skilled perimeter defenders and face-the-basket scorers. Smaller players develop crucial post moves and rebounding fundamentals. Boys grow at different paces so it is important to prepare the player for every position on the court.

Teams are carefully divided and there are never more than 3 teams per grade level. Teams are formed and developed together as a unit. Wins and losses are not the primary focus and players are not shuffled from one level to the next within the season.

Your fee to join BLADE covers first, an honest evaluation and assessment of your player as a developing talent and a valuable teammate.

It is our job, and our passion, to develop your player no matter what his skill level.

By operating strictly out of the East Dallas, Lakewood and Lake Highlands areas, BLADE allows you to spend less time driving to practices and games all over the D/FW Metroplex.

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If your child is willing to make basketball his number 1 extra-curricular activity, they are ready for BLADE. BLADE fuels a kid’s love of the game and turns that passion into a highly-skilled, sought-after basketball player. They may or may not be in the top 5% as far as size or athleticism, but enough time and commitment to the BLADE program transforms kids into players with a passion and ability to compete against their peers anywhere.

We do not hold official tryouts. We have open registration for any child wanting to join. After our  registration is closed, we have evaluation practices where we assign kids to rosters based on their skill level. In rare cases, if we exceed our maximum capacity in any grade, we will host a tryout. Our goal as a program is to have a place for every kid that wants to play.

No, both are independent. You can use BLADE skills training for extra enrichment wherever you play.

Most seasons BLADE teams range from 2nd – 8th grades, however we train players from ages 7-17.

Spring, summer, fall = $525 – $625 per season depending on team size and season. Winter season cost = $950 – $1050. Uniform costs are separate ($120). Cost includes one practice per week and one game (8 total, 12 in winter)

No, uniforms are separate. They are $120. You will just email us your top 3 choices of numbers and until your uniform is ready, we will loan you one.

8-10 kids will be on each team to maximize playing time and to help make sure we have enough kids to play in case someone can’t make a game.

We currently have girls teams for grades 4th – 6th and are actively looking to grow our reach for more girls teams

Usually 8 games and 10 practices. (About 10 weeks)

Winter season is about 14 weeks with 12 games.

No, we are a year-round elite basketball team which competes during the summer, fall, winter and spring leagues. However there is no obligation to participate in every season once you've signed up for one. While we encourage year round gameplay, we understand priorities may differ.

You have the option to renew for the next season at the conclusion of your current.

Yes, from the foyer area.

YES! Our newsletter is the #1 way to stay updated on on all Blade news all year long. Register both yourself and your child for pertinent info like practice time changes, new opportunities to join skills training, and more.