BGK Sports Youth Basketball League
Join the Bluegrass Kings Sports Youth Basketball League to experience the excitement of basketball, whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out! The Bluegrass Kings Sports Youth Basketball League offers a comprehensive platform for young athletes to showcase their skills and teamwork in a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. BGK Sports offers both a competitive league for travel teams (BGK Elite) and a co-ed developmental league (BGK Prep) for individual players who are beginners.
BGK Elite League (5th - 8th grade boys and girls travel teams)
The BGK Elite League provides a competitive environment for travel teams, allowing players to hone their skills and compete at higher levels. Regular season consists of 10 games with post-season tournament/playoffs ($725 per team and $700 for multiple teams). Registration begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on April 1, 2026. Early bird registration discount ($25) ends on January 5, 2026. Note: BGK Elite League games are scheduled to be played on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday evenings at WKU Preston Center. We will work with each head coach to ensure there are not any conflicts with the game schedule for league play.
Season Start Date: May 11th
Season End Date: June 26th
BGK Prep League (2nd - 5th Co-ed boys and girls)
The BGK Prep League is geared towards beginners and is designed to teach fundamental skills and foster a love for the game. Regular season consists of 8 games with no post-season tournament along with the two events below hosted by a former WKU basketball player. Cost per player is $150.
BGK Prep League Tip-Off Showcase: May 1st @ 5pm-8pm (Preston Center)
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Meet the BGK staff
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Skills training session
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Fun competition games
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League photoshoot (team and individual opportunities available)
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Meet your coach and team practices
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Game schedules and jerseys
BGK Prep League Camp: May 28th @ 9am-4pm (Preston Center)
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Skills training session
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Fun competition games
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Lunch on WKU campus (Fresh Foods)
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WKU campus tour
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Competitive play
Registration begins on October 1, 2025 and ends on March 1, 2026. Early bird registration discount ($10) ends on January 5, 2026. Note: BGK Prep League games are scheduled to be played on Friday evenings at WKU Preston Center.
Season Start Date: May 4th
Season End Date: June 26th (tentative)
If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact bluegrasskingssports@yahoo.com or at (270) 303-1880.