
Skills Lab
Skills Lab
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Mission & Program Goals
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Skills Lab is designed for 3rd–8th grade athletes of all experience and skill levels. Whether your athlete is learning the fundamentals, preparing for travel basketball, or looking to sharpen their game, each session provides valuable instruction that can help them improve.
Players will work on essential basketball skills through detailed teaching, purposeful repetition, and competitive drills. Athletes will be challenged at their individual level while developing stronger fundamentals, better decision-making, greater confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game.
We believe growth happens ONE REP AT A TIME.
Skills Your Athlete Will Develop in Skills Lab
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Triple-Threat Positioning and Offensive Footwork
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Ball Handling and Controlled Dribbling
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Using Both Hands Effectively
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Playing With Eyes Up and Improving Court Awareness
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Finishing With the Right and Left Hand
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Shooting Mechanics, Footwork, and Consistency
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Passing Fundamentals and Decision-Making
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Creating Scoring Opportunities for Yourself and Others
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Defensive Footwork and Defensive Principles
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Court Spacing and Movement Without the Ball
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Game Situations and Basketball IQ
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Confidence, Leadership, and Being a Great Teammate
Skills Lab
Elevate your game with our intensive basketball skills training lab. This program dives deep into the mechanics of shooting, ball handling, and footwork through meticulous, detailed instruction. You won't just learn the moves; you'll apply them in high-energy, competitive drills that simulate real game pressure and test your decision-making. Through disciplined repetition and focused coaching. Join us to sharpen your technique, embrace the grind, and take your competitive edge to the next level.
Registration Options - August
Winter Sessions
All Winter 2026-27 Sessions are listed below. There are two registration options for 3rd - 5th graders and Tuesday/Thursday option for 6th - 8th graders! Please reach out to jaylen.jones@illinoisattack.com with any questions.
3rd - 5th: Fridays
Winter Session 1
Dates: 11/06/2026 - 12/18/2026
Time: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
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Winter Session 2
Dates: 01/15/2027 - 02/12/2027
Time: 6:00pm - 7:15pm
6th - 8th: Fridays
Winter Session 1
Dates: 11/06/2026 - 12/17/2026
Time: 7:15pm - 8:30pm
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Winter Session 2
Dates: 01/15/2027 - 02/11/2027
Time: 7:15pm - 8:30pm
