Coaching Staff:

• Ben Earle - Varsity Head Coach
• Joe Gatas - Varsity Assistant Coach
• Jay Carlisle - JV Head Coach and C Team Head Coach
• Steve Bouknight - JV Assistant Coach
• Scott Price - C Team Assistant Coach
• Brent Rains - C Team Assistant Coach
• Jonathan Neely - MS Head Coach
• Isaiah Rivera - MS Assistant Coach

Who Can Try Out: Any 6th-12th grade homeschooled boy (or a traditionally-schooled student whose school does not offer boys basketball). It is the age eligibility policy of Greenville Hurricanes that athletes for the 26/27 school year do not turn 11 after 12/31/2026 and do not turn 19 before 6/1/2026.

Location: First Baptist Greenville (847 Cleveland St, Greenville, SC 29601)

Tryout Date: Tuesday, September 29

Tryout Times:

• MS - 5-6pm
• C Team - 6-7pm
• JV - 7-8pm
• V - 8-9pm

Ages for Tryouts: We are requiring tryouts by birth date and not restricting teams to only certain grade levels. Please note the following age breakdown that will determine teams.

• MS Team - Player is 14 years old or younger as of 6/1/26 (typically 6th-8th grade)
• C Team - Player is 14 years old or younger as of 6/1/26 (typically freshmen or upper middle school)
• JVB - Player is 16 years old or younger on 6/1/26
• VB - Player is 18 years old or younger on 6/1/26

Any player interested in trying out must be signed up (register button below)!

SEASON INFORMATION
Coaching Staff:

• Ben Earle - Varsity Head Coach
• Joe Gatas - Varsity Assistant Coach
• Jay Carlisle - JV Head Coach and C Team Head Coach
• Steve Bouknight - JV Assistant Coach
• Scott Price - C Team Assistant Coach
• Brent Rains - C Team Assistant Coach
• Jonathan Neely - MS Head Coach

Important Dates:

• 9/30 - Rosters will be emailed and online registration will open
• 10/1 - Varsity Practice Starts
• 10/5 at 5 PM - Player/Parent Meeting + Uniform Fittings + Joint Worship Night & Fellowship with Girls Basketball
• 10/6 - MS/C Team/JV Practice Starts
• 10/17 - Shoot-A-Thon Fundraiser

Practices: The practice schedule will vary based on game schedules and gym availability. Between practices and games, plan for 3-4 nights per week. Practice dates and times will be in the TeamSnap app for easy tracking.

Games: The game schedule will be on your TeamSnap app once you have registered.

Tournaments: Each year we work to include tournaments for our teams. Below are both tournaments that are scheduled and tournaments that are being evaluated.

• Scheduled Tournaments
  • MS Breakaway Tournament - November 14 (MS)
  • Gvl County MS Tournament - November 20, 21, & 23 (C Team)
  • Union County Tournament - November 23 & 24 (V)
  • Landrum Tournament (Landrum HS) - December 12 (JV)
  • Christmas Tournament (West Oak HS) - December 21 & 22 (JV/V)
  • FCA Tournament (Woodruff HS) - January 1 & 2 (V)
  • Palmetto State Tournament (Easley, SC) - February 18-20 (All Teams)
  • Gatlinburg Tournament (Gatlinburg, TN) - March 8-12 (All Teams)

It is important that if you try out and make the team, you are able to attend these tournaments. Expenses related to the tournaments (lodging, meals and transportation) are additional to registration and fundraising. It is essential that you let your coach know as soon as possible if the player is not able to participate.

Cost: Our goal is to develop a program that provides a competitive environment, while giving the players the opportunity for development.

• Registration Fee (covers the following costs)
  • Administrative expenses to support the team (insurance, personnel, etc.)
  • Operations (facilities expenses, officials, equipment)
  • Participation in the 26/27 Season
  • Free access to home games for immediate family (mom, dad, and siblings living in the home)
• Fundraising Fee - This is a critical aspect of our program. We will have individual and group initiatives that each player can use to raise funds to reduce the cost of the program-related fees. Our Basketball Shoot-a-Thon has been very successful in the past, and Boys and Girls Basketball plan to hold this event jointly this year on October 17. This is a fun and engaging way to raise funds!  Each player will need to bring in the amount specified below in fundraising or to cover that amount as a family. Fundraising is due by October 30. Any amount that has not been brought in by that date will be invoiced. The invoice will be due December 5.
• JVB/VB
  • Registration - $425 (Due at registration)
  • Fundraising/Donations/Sponsors - $250 (Due 10/30 - contest for highest amount raised! Details to follow)
• MS/C Team
  • Registration - $375 (Due at registration)
  • Fundraising/Donations/Sponsors - $250 (Due 10/30 - contest for highest amount raised! Details to follow)

Payment Plan: Families can choose an installment plan ($150 at registration and the remainder broken up into 3 additional payments).

Uniforms: Brand new uniforms will be loaned; there is no extra cost to the player. Uniforms are the property of the Greenville Hurricanes and will be returned at the end of the season. If a player loses or damages a uniform, the player will be charged the full cost of replacing the damaged or lost jersey.

Volunteering: All families are expected to take volunteering roles during the season. This may be admissions, setup, scorebook, scoreboard operation, cleanup, etc. Each family will be assigned to a certain amount of slots to sign up for. Continued player participation is dependent upon volunteer slots being fulfilled.

Paperwork Requirements
All paperwork must be turned in by 10/1 (Varsity) or 10/6 in order to participate! We will also allow athletes scheduled for an October Greenville Hurricanes physical to begin practice on 10/6.

Physicals: A physical is required for all participating athletes 6th grade and above. The physical may not be more than 1 year old at any time during the season. Hurricane physicals will be offered October 1!

Wondering when your physical expires? Click Here
Here is the link to the Greenville Hurricanes physical form

Birth Certificate: Required only for athletes new to Greenville Hurricanes. Returning athletes will already have their birth certificate on file.

Sport Physical & Birth Certificate Submission: In order to streamline the process, please scan or take a photo of the Birth Certificate and/or the doctor's signature page of the Sport Physical (only need that 1 page).
Email to Julie Williams at communications@greenvillehurricanes.com.

Physical Appointments: For those who need a physical, Greenville Hurricane is offering physicals for only $25!

• Date: Thursday, October 1
• Times: 5-7pm
• Location: Office of Dr. Patricia Banke
• Cost: $25
• How to Schedule: You can schedule by emailing communications@greenvillehurricanes.com for an appointment.

NOTE - Athlete participation will be restricted until all paperwork has been submitted.

Questions? Contact Program Manager Jay Carlisle - boysbball@greenvillehurricanes.com

GREENVILLE HURRICANES BOYS BASKETBALL

BOYS BASKETBALL PRE-TRYOUTS CONDITIONING SEPT 2026

Ready to get to work? Greenville Hurricanes Boys Basketball Pre-Tryouts Conditioning is coming up! It is highly recommended that athletes planning to try out on September 29 participate in our Conditioning program (if you are an athlete who is not currently participating in an in-season sport).

We’re offering two age-group opportunities, both with coach-led conditioning and drills that will help your player be ready for tryouts!

Pre-Tryouts Conditioning is open to homeschool athletes, as well as athletes who attend a traditional school that does not offer a basketball program. Athletes must be registered to try out for the Canes. (If you haven't registered for tryouts on Sept. 29th, you can do that here!)

MS / C Team / JV Conditioning
Who:

• MS Team - Player is 14 years old or younger as of 6/1/26 (typically 6th-8th grade)
• C Team - Player is 14 years old or younger as of 6/1/26 (typically freshmen or upper middle school)
• JVB - Player is 16 years old or younger on 6/1/26

Where: Praise Cathedral Gym - 3390 Brushy Creek Rd, Greer, SC 29650

Time: 5:00–6:30 PM

Practice Dates:

• Tuesday, Sept. 1
• Thursday, Sept. 3
• Tuesday, Sept. 8
• Thursday, Sept. 10
• Monday, Sept. 14
• Tuesday, Sept. 15
• Thursday, Sept. 17
• Monday, Sept. 21
• Tuesday, Sept. 22
• Thursday, Sept. 24

Cost: $50 for all sessions!
Register: Click the button below!

Varsity Conditioning
Who: Varsity - Player is 18 years old or younger on 6/1/26 (*16 year olds and younger by PRIVATE INVITE ONLY)

Where: White Oak Baptist - 1805 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29609

Time: 5:30–7:00 PM

Practice Dates:

• Tuesday, Sept. 1
• Thursday, Sept. 3
• Tuesday, Sept. 8
• Thursday, Sept. 10
• Tuesday, Sept. 15
• Thursday, Sept. 17
• Tuesday, Sept. 22
• Thursday, Sept. 24

Cost: $50 for all sessions!
Register: Click the button below!

We'd love to have you join us and can't wait to see you in the gym!

Questions? Contact Jay Carlisle - boysbball@greenvillehurricanes.com

GREENVILLE HURRICANES BOYS BASKETBALL

GVL HOOPS CAMP 2026
Powered by Canes x Crossfire Ministries

Greenville Hoops Camp is coming this summer! Powered by Greenville Hurricanes x Crossfire Ministries. This camp is a great opportunity for players to grow their skills, compete, and be encouraged both on and off the court!

Open to all athletes! Homeschool or traditionally schooled - you do not have to be part of Canes to join!

Rising 3rd–5th Grade Boys
When: July 20th–24th  |  9:00AM – 11:30AM
Where: First Baptist Greenville AYMC Gym - 847 Cleveland St, Greenville, SC 29601
Cost: $125
Register by June 1st to receive a free t-shirt!

Rising 6th–12th Grade Boys
When: July 20th–24th  |  12pm – 4pm
Where: First Baptist Greenville AYMC Gym - 847 Cleveland St, Greenville, SC 29601
Cost: $150
Register by June 1st to receive a free t-shirt!

Featured Coaches Include:

• Ryan Goodson – Professional trainer who has worked with Trey Young and 3x NBA Dunk Champion Mac McClung, and has led one of Steph Curry’s basketball camps
• John Williams – UNC Asheville Hall of Famer, 6-year Harlem Globetrotter, and led UNC Asheville to the NCAA Tournament
• Robert Fields – served in the US Navy for 24 years, former Western Carolina running back, and international basketball referee & speaker
• Jamie Johnson – Co-Founder of Crossfire Ministries, who has played and spoken in 68 countries and 48 states
• JR Cadot - Bahamas National Team, FIBA World Cup Qualifier, Played Collegiately at TCU and received NBA Pre Draft Invites.

Be sure to register early and get a free t-shirt!

Let us know if you have any questions—we’d love to have you join us this summer!

GREENVILLE HURRICANES BOYS BASKETBALL

LITTLECANES BOYS BASKETBALL 2026/27

We're excited to offer LittleCanes Boys Basketball this fall! Our goal is to provide a competitive, encouraging environment where young athletes can develop their skills, build confidence, and grow their love for the game. LittleCanes is the perfect place for boys to learn the fundamentals while gaining valuable game experience. We plan to have TWO teams of 10 players each.

Registration is now open! Spots are limited, so be sure to register early!

SEASON INFO
Who: Homeschooled boys ages 8-11 as of September 1, 2026

Practice: Practice will start October 13th. Our plan is to have practice two times per week on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00-6:00 PM.

Practice Location: Grace Church Taylors (2701 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Taylors, SC)

Games: Games are held on the following Saturdays - 11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30

Game Location: Taylors Rec Center (Back Side of the Building - 200 W Main St, Taylors, SC 29687)

Cost: $150 Registration (includes uniform)

Birth Certificate: A copy of the birth certificate will be due at the first practice.

Interested in coaching one of the teams?! Please reach out to Program Manager Jay Carlisle - boysbball@greenvillehurricanes.com

GREENVILLE HURRICANES BOYS BASKETBALL

The Greenville Hurricanes is a volunteer-based program. Each family is responsible to sign up for a role to support the program.

Examples of Roles include:

Coaching
Concessions (if applicable)
Admissions
Home Game Setup and Clean Up
Game Scorebook
Scoreboard
Team Mom

Further information regarding volunteering will be given at the Parent/Player Meeting when the season begins.

Please be familiar with the following:

Handbook - Located under "Program Info" on the Home Page of the web site

Physical Forms - Located under "Forms" on the Home Page of the web site

Liability Waivers - Signed in the registration process