Jr. NBA Basketball Leagues in Forest Hills and Little Neck
Upcoming Events
November 28 – 3V3 Youth Basketball Turkey Tourney at Central Queens
Overview
Our dynamic Youth Basketball Program is back!
We are excited to announce the opening of our Youth Basketball classes and leagues for Winter from Sunday, January 11 through Monday, March 30, 2026! Our dynamic instructors will guide your child to reach their full potential through engaging and age-appropriate sports curriculum. Registration begins Saturday, November 15– space is limited!
Commonpoint Youth Basketball League at Central Queens (Forest Hills):
Commonpoint Youth Basketball League – Western Division
We are excited to bring back our youth basketball league for Winter 2026 for players 12 – 15 years old!
TFor players who want to experience the excitement and intensity of friendly competition the chance to be placed on a team with their peers. This in-house league is comprised of age-based divisions and is run by Commonpoint staff sports coaches. Throughout the season, practices are held once per week and the weekly games are officiated by professional referees. Players learn valuable life lessons from the team environment like cooperation, communication and good sportsmanship.
Teams will play and train for one hour on Tuesday evenings (6:00-8:00pm) and Sunday evenings (6:30-8:30 pm). (21 Sessions)
Players uniform shirts will need to be purchased separately ($30).
$420 members / $525 non-members
Commonpoint Youth Basketball League – Eastern Division
We are excited to bring back our youth basketball league for Winter 2026 for players 9 – 11 years old!
For players who want to experience the excitement and intensity of friendly competition the chance to be placed on a team with their peers. This in-house league is comprised of age-based divisions and is run by Commonpoint staff sports coaches. Throughout the season, practices are held once per week and the weekly games are officiated by professional referees. Players learn valuable life lessons from the team environment like cooperation, communication and good sportsmanship.
Teams will play and train for one hour on Thursday evenings (6:00-8:00 pm) and Sunday evenings (4:30-6:30) pm. (21 Sessions)
Players uniform shirts will need to be purchased separately ($30).
$420 members / $525 non-members
*NEW* Commonpoint Youth Basketball League – Central Division (Girls)
(Ages 8-12)
Join our brand new girls’ basketball division, part of our in-house recreational league, where teamwork, skill, and confidence are built both on and off the court.
For players who want to experience the excitement and intensity of friendly competition the chance to be placed on a team with their peers. This league is comprised of age-based divisions and is run by Commonpoint staff sports coaches. Throughout the season, practices are held once per week and the weekly games are officiated by professional referees. Players learn valuable life lessons from the team environment like cooperation, communication and good sportsmanship.
Teams will play and train for one hour on Wednesday evenings (7:00-8:00 pm) and Sunday afternoons (2:30-4:30) pm. (17 Sessions)
Players uniform shirts will need to be purchased separately ($30).
$340 members / $425 non-members
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR BASKETBALL SPECIAL EVENTS AND POP-UP DISCOUNTS ON REGISTRATION!
Jr. NBA Basketball League at Sam Field (Little Neck):
JANUARY 18, 2026 – MARCH 29, 2026
Ages 10-14
GAMES TO BE PLAYED ON SUNDAYS AT 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM
PRACTICES HELD MONDAYS OR TUESDAYS AT 6:00 PM
JANUARY 11 @ 10:30 AM – Player Evaluations, Uniforms & Team Scrimmages
$360 Members / $450 Non-MEMBERS
*ALL FEES INCLUDE REFEREE FEES, REVERSIBLE JERSEYS AND SHORTS AND TROPHIES FOR CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM
Register for Jr. NBA Basketball League and get 20% off any other sports class registrations!
Winter Basketball Clinics at Central Queens (Forest Hills):
Basketball Skills Clinics
Our Basketball Clinics are designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball. Our progressive games and drills focus on the basics of dribbling, shooting, and passing. These co-ed classes aim to introduce the basics of basketball through fun games that inspire love for the game.
Tuesdays beginning January 13 or Thursdays beginning January 15
| days | AGES/level | START DATE | TIMES | COST (MEMBERS) | COST (NON-MEMBERS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesdays | Ages 8-11 | January 13 | 5:00–5:55 pm | $240 | $300 |
| Thursdays | Ages 5-7 | January 15 | 4:00–4:55 pm | $240 | $300 |
| Thursdays | Age 8-11 | January 15 | 5:00–5:55 pm | $240 | $300 |
Beginner and Intermediate Basketball Skills Clinic
Sundays beginning January 11
| days | AGES/level | START DATE | TIMES | COST (MEMBERS) | COST (NON-MEMBERS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundays | Ages 5-7 | January 11 | 10:30–11:25 am | $240 | $300 |
| Sundays | Ages 8-11 | January 11 | 11:30–12:25 pm | $240 | $300 |
| Sundays | Ages 12-15 | January 11 | 12:30–1:25 pm | $240 | $300 |
Advanced Basketball Skills Clinic
Sundays beginning January 11
| days | AGES/level | START DATE | TIMES | COST (MEMBERS) | COST (NON-MEMBERS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundays | Ages 8-10 | September 14 | 10:30–12:00 pm | $320 | $400 |
| Sundays | Ages 11-13 | September 14 | 12:00–1:30 pm | $320 | $400 |
Winter Basketball Clinics at Sam Field (Little Neck):
Basketball Skills Clinics
These clinics are designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball for all players. The main focus of the clinic is conditioning, skill-specific drills, and scrimmage games. Sportsmanship, defense/offense, footwork, and strategy will also be included. Classes are co-ed.
11 classes held on Tuesdays or 9 classes held on Sundays
| AGES | DAY | START DATE | TIMES | COST (MEMBERS) | COST (NON-MEMBERS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4 | Sunday | January 18 | 11:30 am-12:15 pm | $216 | $270 |
| 5-7 | Sunday | January 18 | 1:30 – 2:25 pm | $216 | $270 |
| 5-7 | Tuesday | January 13 | 4:00 – 4:55 pm | $264 | $330 |
| 8-12 | Sunday | January 18 | 2:30 – 3:25 pm | $216 | $270 |
| 8-12 | Tuesday | January 13 | 5:00 – 5:55 pm | $264 | $330 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- The Central Queens facility is located at 67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills, NY 11375. For all Central Queens sports classes, please drop off and pick up at the gymnasium entrance on the ground floor.
- The Sam Field Center Gymnasium is located at 58-20 Little Neck Pkwy, Little Neck NY 11362. For all Sam Field classes, please drop off and pick up at the front door.
- For security purposes, all weekday Youth Sports & Dance Classes are “drop-off” only. Parents/Caregivers are not allowed to stay during class time.
- All classes take place once a week and will be held indoors. For all sports classes, please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
- Free on-street parking is available around the facility.
As of November 15th, 2025, the following discount policies will apply to all Commonpoint youth sports and dance registrations:
Discounts may no longer be applied through online registrations. If your registration is eligible for a discount (e.g., Sibling, Commonpoint Afterschool, Commonpoint Nursery Program), registration must be done in-person or by phone by Health & Wellness front desk staff.
- Non-members of Commonpoint Central Queens are eligible for one discount per registration only.
- Members of Commonpoint Central Queens automatically receive 20% off registration fees and may apply a sibling discount if registering more than one child in the household.
- Requests for timely or seasonal discounts (e.g., Early Bird, Black Friday, etc.) must be made within the time frame specified via phone or email.
- No refunds will be issued for registrations made online that are eligible for a discount. Household credit may be issued upon review.
Please contact the Health & Fitness Desk with any questions (hfdesk@commonpoint.org or (718) 268-5011 x500).
- Before the first class is held, 100% refund minus $20 administrative fee.
- After the first class is held, 90% refund of the remaining unused portion minus $20 administrative fee.
- After 2nd class is held, a 50% refund of the remaining unused portion minus $20 administrative fee.
- No refunds or credits after the 3rd class is held.
- Should you choose to take a Commonpoint credit, the administrative fee will be waived.
- All refund requests must be submitted in writing to HFRefund@commonpoint.org.
If you would like to apply an existing Commonpoint Household Credit to class or program registration fees, please contact HFDesk@commonpoint.org or call (718) 268-5011 ext. 500 for assistance BEFORE enrollment.
Each participant is entitled to one make-up per semester for a class missed due to illness.
To request a make-up class, please send an email to hfdesk@commonpoint.org and include a doctor’s note related to the absence.
Please note, since some classes are held only one time per week, we may try to accommodate a make-up request by offering a spot in a different sports or dance class during the current semester.
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