The Basketball Operations Committee oversees key basketball-related processes, including player evaluations, coach selection, and team rostering.

From section 13.5.1 of the Travel Handbook:

Board Liaison Role: Each grade level will have a designated Board Liaison from the Basketball Operations Committee. The Board Liaison will:

• Meet with team parents at the beginning of the season.

• Periodically attend team games or practices during the season.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and coaches regarding questions or concerns.

To ensure impartiality, the assigned liaison cannot be a parent of a player in the grade they oversee.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Player Evaluations

• Conduct player evaluations for both Travel and Recreation programs.
• Develop consistent evaluation standards and ensure fairness and transparency in the process.
• Provide recommendations on team placement based on observations and data.

Grade Leadership

• Serve as the lead for one grade level’s teams and coaches (other than your child’s grade).
• Perform in-season evaluations of teams, players, and coaches to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.
• Actively engage with coaches to provide support, feedback, and mentoring as needed.

Liaison Role

• Be available as a neutral liaison between the Board and families, players, or coaches when conflicts or concerns arise.
• Help communicate the association’s philosophy and expectations to coaches and families.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT & ENHANCEMENT

Passion for Basketball

• Stay informed on trends and best practices in youth basketball (player development, coaching techniques, team culture).
• Promote a positive basketball culture within the association.

Enhance Player/Coach/Family Experience

• Provide input and ideas to improve:
• Player development opportunities (clinics, skill sessions, camps).
• Coaching support and education (workshops, resources, mentoring).
• Family and team experiences (communication, events, program culture).

Lead Fall Dr. Dish Shooting Program

• Help coordinate and oversee Fall shooting sessions.
• Ensure sessions are organized, staffed, and impactful for player development.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR IMPACT

Assist with Coaching Selection

• Support head coach selection for Travel teams when needed.
• Help identify potential assistant coaches in alignment with association guidelines.

Support Offseason Programs

• Contribute to planning and/or leading offseason development programs (skills nights, open gyms, etc.).

Contribute to Long-Term Player Development Strategy

• Assist in shaping the program’s basketball curriculum and age-appropriate development priorities.
• Help monitor adherence to the association’s style of play and coaching philosophy across teams.

EXPECTATIONS OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS

✔ Attend regular committee meetings and key association events.

✔ Actively engage with coaches and grade levels throughout the season.

✔ Display leadership qualities and represent the association with professionalism and positivity.

✔ Meet a minimum contribution standard tied to incentive eligibility (e.g., participation in evaluations, leadership duties, Dr. Dish program).