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Outdoor Basketball
Get ready for high-energy hoops under the open sky at Tower Park! Our outdoor basketball programs are designed for players who love the game and want more than just pickup play. From skill-focused camps led by experienced coaches to fast-paced tournaments that bring the competition and the crowd, Tower Park Basketball is all about development, excitement, and unforgettable summer nights on the court. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, compete with friends, or show out under the lights, there’s a place for you in our lineup.
Tower Park Basketball Camp brings four action-packed nights of hoops, scrimmages, and skill-building! Led by top travel and high school coaches, players will sharpen their game, learn new techniques, and take their skills to the next level. Designed for athletes with prior playing experience, this camp is all about high-energy play, expert coaching, and nonstop fun on the court!
Program Details
- Grades: Going into 5th - 8th Grade
- Dates:
- Girls Week: July 20 - 23, optional July 24*
- Boys Week: July 27 - 30, optional July 31*
- Days: Monday - Thursday, optional Friday*
- Time: M-Th: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: Tower Park Basketball Courts
- Fee*: $65 Resident / $78 Non-Resident
- Register By: July 2
Twilight Tip Off 3-on-3*
Four days not enough? Add on our Friday night Twilight Tip Off 3-on-3 Tournament! This 3-game guaranteed tournament is loaded with fast breaks, tons of touches, and an ultimate showdown under the lights. It's the perfect bonus experience for players who live for the game! Teams will be randomly drawn after registrations have concluded.
Program Details
- Grades: Going into 5th - 8th Grade
- Dates:
- Girls Tournament: July 24
- Boys Tournament: July 31
- Day: Friday of Tower Park Summer League
- Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Tower Park Basketball Courts
- Fee: $15 (must be added on to a Tower Park Summer League Registration)
- Register By: July 2
Join us for the first ever Tower Takedown 3 on 3 tournament for big plays, bold moves, and non-stop action! With 2 rounds of pool play, a double-elimination bracket, and a crowd favorite 3-Point Contest, this is the ultimate showdown for local athletes ready to shine. Bring your squad and bring the energy as we take over Tower Park for an electric Saturday of outdoor hoops.
Program Details
- Grades: Going into 9th - 10th Grade
- Dates:
- Girls Tournament: Saturday, July 25
- Boys Tournament: Saturday, August 1
- Time: 9th grade in the morning | 3-point contest | 10th grade in the afternoon
- Location: Tower Park Basketball Courts
- Fee: $60/team
- Register By:
- Girls Tournament: July 10
- Boys Tournament: July 17
Youth Sports Refund Policy:
- To be eligible for a refund, cancellations must be requested a minimum of seven (7) days before the published registration deadline.
- Cancellations within seven (7) days of the registration deadline will not be refunded.
- Refunds will be distributed back to the participant through a check in the mail. This process takes 4 – 6 weeks.
- A $15.00 service charge for processing all cancellations will apply unless the Valpo Parks and Recreation Department cancels a program due to low enrollment.
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Cassey Knight
Sports CoordinatorPhone: 219-462-5144 Ext. 6301
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Madison Bell
Recreation SuperintendentPhone: 219-462-5144 Ext. 6310