This Friday we have a MANDATORY guest speaker for all enrolled members. 🗣️ This is bigger than basketball it’s about character, leadership, and growth. ✅ All members must attend ✅ Bring ONE friend 📢 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Parents, we need your help — bring a friend & tell a friend to bring a friend. 📅 March 20th ⏰ 6–8 PM 📍 IV Greatness Academy 🎯 Goal: 50–100 kids in the building Let’s show up strong. This message can change lives.

🏀 IVG Weekly Training Update for Parents Great evening IVG families, We’re excited to officially organize and structure our teams moving forward. 📅 TUESDAY RESET This Tuesday, we will: - Bring all players back together - Review expectations - Confirm team placements - Clarify which coach your athlete will train with After Tuesday, we will split into finalized groups and operate within our structured schedule. Clarity now prevents confusion later. 🏀 OFFICIAL TRAINING STRUCTURE 👟 Girls Boot Camp – Coach Tivona 🗓 Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM 🏀 4th–5th Grade 🗓 Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM 🏀 6th–7th Grade – Coach Tony 🗓 Tuesday & Thursday ⏰ 7:15 PM – 8:30 PM 🏀 7th–8th Grade – Coach Cliff & Coach LJ 🗓 Monday & Wednesday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM (Older group begins half-court work at 7:00 PM) 📲 COMMUNICATION UPDATE We are moving all communication to GroupMe. - You will receive a message today with the link to join. - All schedule updates, reminders, and announcements will be posted there. - Please join as soon as you receive the invite. 👕 UNIFORMS Once groups are finalized, we will need uniform sizes ASAP so we can move forward with ordering. Our mission is simple: Structure. Communication. Development. Thank you for your partnership and trust. Let’s have a strong week.

If your child is in I-9 or Rec, you’re not behind you’re at Year 1 of a 10-year journey. The real goal isn’t to win youth games. The real goal is to develop a confident, skilled, healthy player who’s still improving in high school when college opportunities actually begin. Only a small percentage of high school players go on to play college basketball. That means families who win long-term don’t chase hype they follow a plan. Why Stability Matters More Than Switching Teams Jumping programs may feel like progress, but it often slows development. Staying with a structured program provides: - Consistent teaching and skill progression - Stronger confidence and identity - Smarter workload and fewer overuse injuries - Better long-term enjoyment and retention - Clear development + recruiting roadmap Kids are more likely to quit when sports stop being fun or become chaotic. Stability protects both development and love for the game. The Simple 10-Year Path Ages 5–7 (I-9 / Intro) Focus: Fun + basic coordination Ball handling, footwork, layups, confidence Ages 7–9 (Rec) Focus: Fundamentals Shooting form, defense, passing, spacing Ages 9–11 (Advanced Rec / Prep) Focus: Decision-making Finishing, on-ball defense, simple reads Ages 11–13 (Travel / Early AAU) Focus: Compete + protect development Don’t confuse more games with more growth Avoid burnout and overuse Ages 13–15 (MS → HS Transition) Focus: Skill translation + strength habits Game-speed shooting, body control, conditioning Ages 15–18 (High School) Focus: Recruitable development Skill + grades + film + smart exposure What Your Child Gains by Staying With a Program Not just wins and losses but: - Long-term skill progression - Confidence and role clarity - Healthier training loads - Better family experience - Stronger chance to be recruitable later Wake County Parent Bottom Line The goal is NOT to rush to AAU. The goal is to build a player who lasts. Development beats hype. Stability beats chaos.

🏀 IVG Parent Alignment Workshop Clarity Creates Confidence. Alignment Builds Champions. 🎯 Purpose Alignment between parents, coaches, and players so development accelerates — on and off the court. We are building young people, not just organizing games. 1️⃣ Practice Structure 🗓 Weekly Schedule 4th–6th Grade – Tues/Thurs (6:00–7:15 PM) 7th–8th Grade – Tues/Thurs (7:00–8:15/8:30 PM) ⏰ Arrival Standard • 15 minutes early • Mentally and physically ready • Early = On Time 🏀 Sunday Clinics • Skill-focused • Coach’s discretion • Optional but encouraged 2️⃣ Game & Tournament Structure 📍 Locations • Rock Quarry Road (Primary) • Lowes Grove (Overflow) 📅 Scheduling • Brackets may shift • Times may change • Stay responsive to updates ⏰ Game Day Standard • Arrive early • Full warm-up required • No rushing Preparation impacts performance. 3️⃣ Uniforms • Parents responsible for care • $50 replacement fee • Represents the brand & culture 4️⃣ Communication Protocol 📲 GroupMe = Official Platform Used for: • Practice updates • Game times • Gym changes • Weather alerts Parents must: • Keep notifications on • Stay responsive 5️⃣ Conflict Resolution Step 1 — 24-Hour Rule Wait before addressing post-game concerns. Step 2 — Speak With Coach Solution-focused conversation. Step 3 — Contact Coach Kevin Scheduled through community platform if unresolved. No parking lot conversations. 6️⃣ Parent Expectations • No yelling at refs, coaches, or players • Positive encouragement only • Respect is non-negotiable Development over drama. 7️⃣ Player Standards Players must: • Give full effort • Be coachable • Show respect • Accept accountability Playing time is earned — not given. 8️⃣ Payments • Must remain current • 5-day grace period • Late payments risk removal Commitment must be mutual. 🧠 Final Alignment ✔ Support effort ✔ Trust coaching ✔ Maintain discipline ✔ Communicate clearly Basketball is the vehicle. Character is the destination. Drop a ✅ once you’ve reviewed and are aligned for the season.

Because of the momentum… Because of the growth… Because of the conversations happening inside this community… We are adding a BONUS WEEK to our Four-Week Boot Camp. That’s right. We’re not done yet. We’re going one level deeper so we can start this season the right way. 📅 PARENT ZOOM MEETING 🗓 Sunday, February 22nd 💻 Zoom (Link coming soon) 🚨 All parents are required to attend. This is not optional. This is alignment. We will also have coaches on the call so we can bring everyone together in one room — parents, players, leadership — unified. 🎯 WHY THIS MATTERS We’re using this bonus week to: - Reset and clarify expectations - Align player expectations - Align parent expectations - Align coach expectations - Establish communication standards - Build structure before competition Strong seasons don’t start in games. They start with clarity. 🔑 THIS IS ABOUT ALIGNMENT When expectations are unclear: - Frustration grows - Emotions rise - Confidence drops When expectations are clear: - Roles are understood - Development accelerates - Trust increases We’re setting the tone early. I appreciate every parent who has leaned in during this Boot Camp. I’m excited for this season. I’m excited for the growth. And I’m excited for what happens when we move together. Let’s start this season the right way. Let’s have a great, great, great season. 💪🏽🔥