A sports Community you can call home – Edwardsville’s homeschool Basketball Team
The Bridge Sportsplex, located in Edwardsville, Illinois, is excited to announce a new basketball team for homeschooling families in the Greater St. Louis Metro. The Metro East Jags offer skills, drills, scrimmages and games from 12:30 – 2pm every Thursday. While other activities can be offered during this time, sessions are heavily focused on basketball. Additionally, the Jags Club offers aspiring youth athletes the opportunity to up their basketball game. Athletes in this program will play in monthly tournaments and participate in additional practice opportunities throughout the week to work on skills development.
Who Can Join?
Ages 5 - 14, Boys & Girls
Season
Co-op: Thursdays, 12:30pm - 2:00pm, Year 'Round
Jags Club: Runs October - FebruaryTryouts
Tryouts will be held in September. All skill levels welcome!
Metro East Jags evaluations will be held for ages 5 - 18 September 2026 at The Bridge Sportsplex in Edwardsville. Be sure to visit this page often as dates will be released soon!
Why Join the Metro East Jags Homeschool Basketball team?
At The Bridge Sportsplex, we believe whole-heartedly that youth sports, especially basketball, is a great way to not only get kids active on the daily, but also to get into a team sport that creates community and connection. It’s a vital part of developing as a human and also as a good citizen. Youth who are interested in the homeschool program here at The Bridge will get an opportunity to build their skills on and off the court through encouragement, communication, confidence & character building that takes place during drills, practices and play.
Is your homeschooler ready to jump into a sport where they can grow individually and with a team? Then the Metro East Jags has a place for you!
It’s About More Than Basketball – It’s About Community
At The Bridge Sportsplex, we’re dedicated to creating an environment where kids feel the excitement of being part of something special. Here, basketball becomes a vehicle for teaching life lessons and creating meaningful connections.
- Local Events: Metro East Jags players have the opportunity to participate in events, like the annual Halloween Parade, showcasing their team pride and spirit.
- Building Friendships: Our program emphasizes the importance of teamwork, helping players form lasting friendships both on and off the court.
- Facitlities: The Bridge Sportsplex is a conveniently located facility ideal for birthday parties, meetings, celebrations, team building and more. We'd love to host your next event!
Are you ready to give your child an unforgettable basketball experience? Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Register now below and become part of the Metro East Jags Basketball family today.
