Annual Turkey Shootout

BOYS & GIRLS | GRADES 4 – 8 | TOWN TRAVEL TEAMS ONLY | ALL TEAMS PLAY THREE GAMES

Established in 1995, the Turkey Shootout is a Natick Youth Basketball tradition that brings together over 100 teams on Thanksgiving weekend for a weekend of basketball and fun. The tournament hosts boys and girls travel basketball teams in Grades 4-8 from all over the state. The Turkey Shootout is a fantastic way to kick off the travel basketball season each fall.

There will be no playoff games or trophies. This is a pre-season tournament designed to get your teams ready for competitive league basketball. Teams will be taken on a first come, first serve basis. We’re committed to grouping teams of comparable ability (town travel teams only).

November 28th -30th  (Friday-Sunday after Thanksgiving)

Register Now to link to https://tourneymachine.com/E171646

For more information email us at turkeyshootout@natickyouthbasketball.org

2025 Turkey Shootout

The tournament follows MetroWest League rules and uses board-certified referees. All teams play in three games over the Friday, Saturday and Sunday after Thanksgiving. Excellent location near Routes 95 / Mass Pike / Route 9. IAABO Board Officials. Concession stands with refreshments. Additional information regarding this year’s Turkey Shootout will be provided here when available. Email us at turkeyshootout@natickyouthbasketball.org 

WHEN

Nov 28th – 30th

Grades

4th, 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Grade

DIVISIONS

A & B Divisions for all grades

LENGTH

32 minutes with stop time

REGISTRATION

Registration ends
November 23rd

PRICE

3 Games
$350 per team

REGISTER NOW

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What. A. Night. 🔥🏀

Fan Night at the Natick Girls Varsity game on February 12 vs Walpole was everything high school basketball should be — loud, proud, and absolutely electric!

The stands were packed with Natick Youth Basketball families, players, and future Redhawks all cheering their hearts out. And according to Coach Oryx, the crowd wasn’t just watching… they were the 6th player in the gym during that huge win! 💪❤️ The energy was real, the noise was constant, and the girls fed off every second of it.

A special shoutout to our 5th grade girls who took the court at halftime, what a moment! Playing in front of that crowd, on the varsity floor… those are the memories that spark big dreams. 🌟🏀

Thank you to everyone who showed up. When Natick shows up together, good things happens. ❤️💙

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What. A. Night. 🔥🏀 Fan Night at the Natick Girls Varsity game on February 12 vs Walpole was everything high school basketball should be — loud, proud, and absolutely electric! The stands were packed with Natick Youth Basketball families, players, and future Redhawks all cheering their hearts out. And according to Coach Oryx, the crowd wasn’t just watching… they were the 6th player in the gym during that huge win! 💪❤️ The energy was real, the noise was constant, and the girls fed off every second of it. A special shoutout to our 5th grade girls who took the court at halftime, what a moment! Playing in front of that crowd, on the varsity floor… those are the memories that spark big dreams. 🌟🏀 Thank you to everyone who showed up. When Natick shows up together, good things happens. ❤️💙

Love is in the air… but so is the sound of sneakers on hardwood. ❤️🏀

It may be Valentine’s Day weekend for some…
but for us, it’s GAME DAY.

Our gyms are full, our teams are ready, and Natick is home all weekend long. From the Community Center to Kennedy and Wilson, our boys and girls are putting in the work and defending our home courts.

There’s no better way to spend the weekend than cheering on these kids who give their whole hearts to the game. 💙❤️

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Love is in the air… but so is the sound of sneakers on hardwood. ❤️🏀 It may be Valentine’s Day weekend for some… but for us, it’s GAME DAY. Our gyms are full, our teams are ready, and Natick is home all weekend long. From the Community Center to Kennedy and Wilson, our boys and girls are putting in the work and defending our home courts. There’s no better way to spend the weekend than cheering on these kids who give their whole hearts to the game. 💙❤️

“Basketball is a beautiful game when the five players on the court play with one heartbeat.”
— Dean Smith

At Natick Youth Basketball, that heartbeat is teamwork. It’s the extra pass. The high-five after a tough play. The defense that hustles together. The bench cheering like they’re on the floor.

Today we’re celebrating the love of the game — and the players, coaches, families, and volunteers who make this community so special. 💛

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Natick Youth Basketball! 🏀❤️

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“Basketball is a beautiful game when the five players on the court play with one heartbeat.” — Dean Smith At Natick Youth Basketball, that heartbeat is teamwork. It’s the extra pass. The high-five after a tough play. The defense that hustles together. The bench cheering like they’re on the floor. Today we’re celebrating the love of the game — and the players, coaches, families, and volunteers who make this community so special. 💛 Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Natick Youth Basketball! 🏀❤️

🏀🔥 IT’S FAN NIGHT!!! 🔥🏀

Natick Youth Basketball families — let’s pack the gym tonight at 6:30PM as the NHS Girls Varsity takes on Walpole!

Come early for pizza and Wear your NYB gear. 💙❤️

🎉 Grab an official NHS Basketball Program for just $5 (sold at concessions!)
📸 Stay after the game for player autographs on the back!
🎁 Bonus: Purchase a program and you’ll be entered to WIN a $25–$50 gift card to local favorites like 110 Grill, Eli’s, or Bill’s Pizzeria!

There’s nothing better than our young players lining up, cheering loud, and seeing what the next level looks like — many of these varsity players were once in their sneakers. ❤️🏀

Let’s show up BIG, NYB.
See you tonight!

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🏀🔥 IT’S FAN NIGHT!!! 🔥🏀 Natick Youth Basketball families — let’s pack the gym tonight at 6:30PM as the NHS Girls Varsity takes on Walpole! Come early for pizza and Wear your NYB gear. 💙❤️ 🎉 Grab an official NHS Basketball Program for just $5 (sold at concessions!) 📸 Stay after the game for player autographs on the back! 🎁 Bonus: Purchase a program and you’ll be entered to WIN a $25–$50 gift card to local favorites like 110 Grill, Eli’s, or Bill’s Pizzeria! There’s nothing better than our young players lining up, cheering loud, and seeing what the next level looks like — many of these varsity players were once in their sneakers. ❤️🏀 Let’s show up BIG, NYB. See you tonight!

🏀 Week 8 Recap – Natick Youth Basketball 🏀

Another great weekend on the courts!

Saturday was a big one for our Intramural program, with tons of smiles, hustle, and learning happening across the gyms. It’s been awesome to see players growing each week—building confidence, picking up new skills, and most importantly, having a ton of fun.

On the travel side, it was a weekend full of both wins and lessons. Our teams competed hard, supported one another, and continued to grow through every game—exactly what this season is all about.

Proud of our players, coaches, and families for another successful week. On to Week 9! 💪❤️💙

📸 Want your team featured? Don’t forget to share photos and videos!

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🏀 Week 8 Recap – Natick Youth Basketball 🏀 Another great weekend on the courts! Saturday was a big one for our Intramural program, with tons of smiles, hustle, and learning happening across the gyms. It’s been awesome to see players growing each week—building confidence, picking up new skills, and most importantly, having a ton of fun. On the travel side, it was a weekend full of both wins and lessons. Our teams competed hard, supported one another, and continued to grow through every game—exactly what this season is all about. Proud of our players, coaches, and families for another successful week. On to Week 9! 💪❤️💙 📸 Want your team featured? Don’t forget to share photos and videos!

🏀 Spring Hoopsters Registration is OPEN! 🏀

Families — we’re excited to kick off Spring Hoopsters for our K–3 players, starting Saturday, March 21!

Hoopsters is a series of fun, high-energy clinics designed to introduce young players to basketball in a positive, non-competitive environment. Players will work on the fundamentals—shooting, dribbling, and passing—while building confidence and having fun on the court.

✨ By popular demand, we’re again offering a K–3 Girls-Only session! ✨

📍 Location: Kennedy Middle School
📆 Dates: Saturdays, March 21 – April 11

⏰ Session Times:
• Kindergarten: 12:00–1:00 PM
• 1st Grade: 1:00–2:00 PM
• 2nd & 3rd Grade: 2:00–3:00 PM
• K–3 Girls Only: 3:00–4:00 PM

👉 Register now: HOOPSTERS REGISTRATION (link in bio)
ℹ️ More info available via the link
📧 Questions? Email hoopsters@natickyouthbasketball.org

Let’s get our youngest hoopers moving, learning, and loving the game! 💙❤️

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🏀 Spring Hoopsters Registration is OPEN! 🏀 Families — we’re excited to kick off Spring Hoopsters for our K–3 players, starting Saturday, March 21! Hoopsters is a series of fun, high-energy clinics designed to introduce young players to basketball in a positive, non-competitive environment. Players will work on the fundamentals—shooting, dribbling, and passing—while building confidence and having fun on the court. ✨ By popular demand, we’re again offering a K–3 Girls-Only session! ✨ 📍 Location: Kennedy Middle School 📆 Dates: Saturdays, March 21 – April 11 ⏰ Session Times: • Kindergarten: 12:00–1:00 PM • 1st Grade: 1:00–2:00 PM • 2nd & 3rd Grade: 2:00–3:00 PM • K–3 Girls Only: 3:00–4:00 PM 👉 Register now: HOOPSTERS REGISTRATION (link in bio) ℹ️ More info available via the link 📧 Questions? Email hoopsters@natickyouthbasketball.org Let’s get our youngest hoopers moving, learning, and loving the game! 💙❤️

🏀 Home court energy this weekend! 🏀

Natick Youth Basketball has a full slate of HOME games on February 7 & 8 across the Natick Community Center and Kennedy Middle School.

From early-morning tip-offs to afternoon battles, our boys and girls teams are ready to defend home court 💪🔥

📍 All games played right here in Natick
📣 Come support our players, coaches, and program

See you in the stands!

#NatickYouthBasketball #HomeGames

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🏀 Home court energy this weekend! 🏀 Natick Youth Basketball has a full slate of HOME games on February 7 & 8 across the Natick Community Center and Kennedy Middle School. From early-morning tip-offs to afternoon battles, our boys and girls teams are ready to defend home court 💪🔥 📍 All games played right here in Natick 📣 Come support our players, coaches, and program See you in the stands! #NatickYouthBasketball #HomeGames