09/01/2026
Thunder Mountain Middle School Basketball Open Gym Standards
Open gym is a chance for players to compete, improve, and have fun in a safe, positive environment. A few expectations for players and families:
Open Gym Means Open Gym
This is not a practice. Players organize themselves, play, compete, make decisions, and learn through the game.
No Coaching
Parents and spectators should not coach or provide instruction from the sidelines. Supervising TMMS coaches will step in when needed for safety, organization, sportsmanship, or facility issues. Otherwise, we let the kids play.
Everyone Gets to Play
Open gym is open to eligible middle school players of all experience levels, including sixth graders. Experienced players are expected to compete while helping create a positive environment for younger and developing players.
Respect Players & Facilities
Compete hard and treat others with respect. Fighting, bullying, dangerous play, or disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. Players must also respect school facilities, equipment, and designated areas.
School Access
The entrance will be secured 30 minutes after open gym begins and reopened 30 minutes before it ends. Late-arriving players may not be able to enter. Parents are welcome to enter during the final 30 minutes to watch or pick up their player.
Pickup Responsibility
Parents and guardians must arrange timely transportation. Please pick up your player on time.
Our goal is simple: Provide a safe, competitive, positive environment where kids can play basketball and enjoy being part of the program. Thanks for helping us make that happen!
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