Primary Tryout
May 2026 (Weekend)
Main evaluation session for all age groups.
- 10U (4th Grade): Morning session
- 11U (5th Grade): Midday session
- 12U (6th Grade): Afternoon session
Fall 2026 Season
Fall 2026 Tryouts Now Open
Join Golden Gate Hoops Academy for our first official season. Structured development. Real progress. Limited team spots.
Important Details
What You Need to Know
Who Can Attend
Players entering 4th, 5th, or 6th grade (10U / 11U / 12U) for the 2026-27 school year. All skill levels welcome.
Location
Peninsula area (Belmont / San Mateo / Redwood City). Exact venue will be confirmed upon registration.
Duration
Approximately 60-90 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.
Results Timeline
Evaluation results and team placement recommendations will be sent within 3-5 business days after the tryout session.
Tryout Schedule
Upcoming Tryout Dates
Makeup Tryout
June 2026 (Weekend)
For players who missed the primary tryout date.
Late Evaluation
July / Early August 2026
Final roster spots and late registrations.
What to Expect
What Happens at Tryouts
Skill Evaluation
Ball handling, shooting, and defensive fundamentals assessment (20-30 minutes).
Live Game Play
3v3 and 5v5 game situations to evaluate decision-making and team play (20-30 minutes).
Coach Assessment
Real-time evaluation by experienced coaches from our coaching network.
Team Placement
Each player receives a development snapshot and team placement recommendation.
Fall 2026 Age Groups
Teams Forming Now
10U (4th Grade)
Foundation-level development focused on fundamentals, coordination, and love of the game.
11U (5th Grade)
Building basketball IQ, team play, and consistent skill execution.
12U (6th Grade)
Competition-ready development with tactical depth and game-situation training.
Tryout Fee
$30
Applied toward season registration if selected.
- Professional skill evaluation
- Player development snapshot report
- Team placement recommendation
After Tryouts
What Happens Next
Development Report
Each player receives a development snapshot with skill assessment and feedback.
Team Placement
Recommended team and level based on evaluation results.
Season Invitation
Selected players receive an invitation to join the Fall 2026 season.
Season Begins
Fall 2026 season starts in August. Training begins immediately.
Timeline
Fall 2026 Season Timeline
MAR
Registration Opens
MAY
Primary Tryouts
JUN
Makeup Tryouts & Offers
JUL
Rosters Finalized
AUG
Season Begins
Register for Fall 2026 Tryouts
Spots are limited. Register now to secure your child's evaluation.