FIP Elite Club Basketball Program

Focus. Intensity. Passion.

FIP Elite Club Basketball gives players the opportunity to develop their game in a competitive team environment built around skill development, basketball IQ, confidence, teamwork, and growth.

Led by Coach Gabriel Van Guse, the program is designed to help players become better basketball players while learning how to compete, communicate, and contribute as part of a team.

FIP ELITE CLUB BASKETBALL

TRYOUTS

Interested in joining FIP Elite Club Basketball? Tryouts are open to boys and girls in grades 4–8 who are ready to work hard, compete, and be part of a team focused on development and growth.

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TRYOUT DETAILS

DATE: Sunday, September 13th, 2026
LOCATION: PenMet Parks Facility | 2524 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335

7th & 8th Grade Boys and Girls

Check-In: 2:30 PM
Tryout: 3:00–4:30 PM

4th, 5th & 6th Grade Boys and Girls

Check-In: 4:00 PM
Tryout: 4:30–6:00 PM

Players should arrive at the listed check-in time so they have time to get checked in and ready before tryouts begin.

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FIP Elite Academy youth basketball training session
Basketball development training for young athletes in Gig Harbor
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FIP Elite Academy youth basketball training session
FIP Elite Academy youth basketball training session
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Basketball development training for young athletes in Gig Harbor
Basketball development training for young athletes in Gig Harbor
Basketball development training for young athletes in Gig Harbor
Basketball IQ training for youth players at FIP Elite Academy
Basketball IQ training for youth players at FIP Elite Academy
Basketball IQ training for youth players at FIP Elite Academy
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Youth basketball skills training in Gig Harbor, WA
Youth basketball skills training in Gig Harbor, WA

Ready to Sign Up?

Ready to get started? Click the link below to visit FIP Elite Academy’s CoachNow page, then select View All Services to see available training options, pricing, and registration. From there, choose the program that’s right for your player and complete registration online.

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