SOMO’s Adult Recreational Basketball program welcomes athletes from ages 20+ and Unified Partners of high-school-age or older. We play 5v5 full-court basketball with the emphasis on fun, recreational play coupled with low-key skills development.
| Coaches | Head Coach – Dave Ficca Sport Director – Shelly Bogasky |
| Season Dates & Times | Practices: Saturdays, starting January 3, 2026 to February 21, 2026 End of Season Exhibition Game: February 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM Signup Begins: Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 6 PM |
| Athlete & Volunteer Registration Expiration Date | Sport’s End of Season Date: February 28, 2026 All Forms must be up to date before the signup date (second Sunday in November). The expiration date on an Athlete’s Registration form, or a Volunteer’s certification, must be after the above End of Season date to participate in the upcoming season. |
SOMO provides all equipment.
Athletes should wear appropriate athletic apparel and tennis shoes. SOMO provides basketball pinnies that athletes can wear over their clothes during training and competition.
Location: Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament Church Gym, 3630 Quesada Street, NW, Washington, DC 20015
Timing: Practice occurs on Saturdays during January and February.
Activities: The emphasis is on recreational play, much like a pick-up basketball game. Teams are formed at each practice based on the athletes and Unified Partners who attend that day.
Each season ends with an Exhibition Game Celebration. At the celebration, we recognize our athletes and volunteers. There is music, a parade of athletes, refreshments and often an appearance by SOMO’s Joy Cheerleading Team.
Basketball players can participate in other SOMO sports as long as the athlete can maintain full practice participation in all of their sports.
Not Required
Our largest volunteer need is for Unified Partners who can work and play with the athletes. Volunteers at SOMO events are eligible for SSL hours. There are also volunteer opportunities for Coaches. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to the program’s Head Coaches at the email address at the top of the page.
