Est. 1984. A nonprofit basketball organization w/ programs for boys & girls K-12th grade.
09/30/2024
Sign up NOW and join us for National Junior Basketball's third season in Santa Cruz.
https://santa-cruz-njb.sportngin.com/register/form/903791412
Grades K-12 are welcome.
Every player gets an official NJB uniform and a free basketball. All games are officiated by professional referees.
Boys and girls welcome.
12/02/2022
Suzanne Pentin: Head Coach level 3 (3rd and 4th graders)
Favorite basketball teams?
University of Tennessee and Stanford
Favorite basketball player?
“I was called Shaq back in the day, so I like him. But I like the versatility of Scottie Pippen.”
Goal for this season?
“I want the kids to learn the fundamentals of basketball so they can really understand why they are being taught certain skills. I want them to come back stronger every year.”
Fun fact: Coach Suzanne is a former professional basketball player and a member of the Northeast 10 college basketball hall of fame!
12/02/2022
Meet Santa Cruz NJB!
Timote Peterson - Director, NJBL Santa Cruz
Favorite basketball team?
Indiana Pacers
Favorite basketball player?
Tyrese Halliburton "I like the way he plays. He plays team basketball but can score when he wants to. I like his attitude.”
Goal for this season?
“For the kids to have fun and learn the fundamentals of basketball. And grow to love the game like I do.”
12/02/2022
Welcome to Santa Cruz National Junior Basketball!
Visit our website: https://santa-cruz-njb.sportngin.com/
Also: watch this space for news, profiles, and results from the Santa Cruz teams.