The AZ East Valley NJB organization is governed by a Board of Directors to oversee and manage the activities of the organization and the AZ East Valley chapter.
It is our desire to expand the National Junior Basketball program in the East Valley. The AZ East Valley is currently the only active NJB Youth Basketball chapter in the Greater Phoenix Valley NJB organization and has been in existence for 14 years. In addition to our goal of growing the AZEVNJB chapter, it is also our objective to attract participants from all over the valley, so that those cities can eventually establish their own chapters.
AZ East Valley NJB Mission Statement
To Promote a Positive and Educational Environment for all Participants
To Enhance the Development of Character Building Skills through Basketball
To Strengthen Self Esteem, Self Respect and Respect for Others
To Emphasize Teamwork and Courage for All Participants
To Effectively Develop both the Technical and Personal Skills of each Player
THE NATIONAL JUNIOR BASKETBALL LEAGUE HISTORY
NATIONAL WEBSITE LINK: www.njbl.org
The National Junior Basketball (NJB) League is a non-profit organization. Twenty years ago, Dennis Murphy Jr., a former coach at Garden Grove High School in Garden Grove, CA, formed NJB. Coach Murphy had a vision of young boys and girls, from first through twelfth grades and their families, being involved in organized youth basketball.
The program is designed to develop basketball skills, good sportsmanship and team competition. Also, player participation, team practices and clinics emphasizing the basic basketball fundamentals create a true learning experience for every participant.
Program insurance, top quality uniforms, excellent rules and regulations, team and participation award, Chapter clinics and certified NJB referees lead to an excellent program. In addition, drug awareness education seminars, informative newsletters and scholarships are provided for NJB players. Required clinics for all volunteer coaches lead to a true learning environment for all participants.
More basketball groups are seeking affiliation with National Junior Basketball. We welcome every city to join us in this quality organization. National Junior Basketball is building a tradition for our youth and creating a positive experience for all. During the coming year, all parents are requested to volunteer their energy towards creating a strong and solid base in your community. Please give of your strength so that the boys and girls can receive the NJB ultimate experience.
Past NJB alumni include such notable professional players as Diana Taurasi, Keith Van Horn, Cherokee Parks, Miles Simon, DeShaun Foster and Eric Chenowith, to name a few.