Dallas, Texas · Grades 1–6

Build skills.
Bring heat.

Competitive youth basketball built around fundamentals, teamwork and confidence—on and off the court. Every skill level is welcome.

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01 · The program

More than a game.

Southern Heat helps young athletes compete with purpose. Coaches meet players where they are, sharpen the details and build habits that carry beyond the scoreboard.

01

Fundamentals

Footwork, ball handling, passing, shooting and defense built the right way.

02

Teamwork

Communication, accountability and learning to make the next play together.

03

Confidence

Repetition and coaching that help every player trust their preparation.

04

Competition

Challenging practices and game experience that push players forward.

Current divisions

Our teams.

Three divisions, one development-first standard. Players can find the right level to learn, compete and grow.

Division

6th Grade

All skill levels are welcome. Players build fundamentals, court awareness and confidence through focused coaching and competition.

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Division

2nd Grade

All skill levels are welcome. Young athletes learn the game through age-appropriate instruction, movement and team-first habits.

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Division

5th/6th Grade Mix

All skill levels are welcome. This mixed division gives players room to sharpen their game while competing and growing together.

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Team calendar

Know where to be.

Practices, games and team events stay organized in the Southern Heat TeamLinkt schedule.

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Ready to compete?

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Featured highlight

See the Heat in action.

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Winter 2026 fundraiser

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On the court

The work, competition and celebrations that bring the program together.

Southern Heat game-day result shared with the team community
Southern Heat team update from a tournament weekend
Southern Heat championship celebration graphic
Basketball court ready for Southern Heat practice
Southern Heat tournament result shared with supporters
Southern Heat players gathered together during a game
Southern Heat players listening from the sideline
Southern Heat team huddle during competition
Southern Heat players and coaches together on the court
Southern Heat players taking a break together
Southern Heat team posing together after a game
Southern Heat players gathered for a team photo

A place to grow.

Players do not have to arrive polished. Southern Heat welcomes beginners and experienced athletes alike, with development at the center of the work.

Player developmentDaily
Team-first habitsAlways
Effort and focusExpected
Room to improveFor everyone
02 · Stay connected

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