GMS JVBasketball League

Gainesville Middle School JV · Grades 6–7

GMS JV Basketball League

A competitive, developmental league for 6th and 7th grade players in Gainesville and Alachua County. Twelve teams play ten games each over five weeks, with games Tuesday through Friday evenings. The season runs November 3 through December 17.

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About the league

Why GMS JV exists and what players get out of a season.

A competitive and developmental basketball experience for student-athletes in 6th and 7th grade.

Middle school basketball programs across Alachua County are strong, and there is plenty of young talent in North Central Florida. But many school teams are made up mostly of 8th graders, so 6th and 7th graders have had few chances to play real games. In the fall of 2025 the Gainesville basketball community came together to fill that gap and formed the Gainesville Middle School (GMS) JV Basketball League. Players competed at the Alachua County Sports & Events Center.

8teams in the first season, fall 2025
12teams in the 2026 schedule
Nov 3opening night, season runs to Dec 17

Our focus

  • Fundamental skillsFootwork, shooting form, spacing and defense come first.
  • Confidence and teamworkPlayers learn to trust each other and to share the ball.
  • Sportsmanship and characterWinning and losing the right way is part of the lesson.
  • Meaningful game experienceA real schedule with real games, including players who do not yet have a school-team spot.
  • Ready for varsityPlayers build the habits that prepare them for the middle school varsity level.

Schedule & locations

Every team plays ten games over five weeks. Pick a week, or choose a team to see all of its games. Calendar dates for each week will be posted soon.

Opening nightTuesday, Nov 3First tip-off at 6:00 PM
Regular season60 games, 5 weeksTuesday through Friday evenings, 6:00 and 7:00 PM
PostseasonTournament playFollows the regular season
    Tuesday and Thursday games

    Alachua Sports Complex

    Address and directions coming soon

    Court 1 and Court 2. Games at 6:00 and 7:00 PM.

    Wednesday and Friday games

    Abundant Grace Church

    Address and directions coming soon

    Main Court. Games at 6:00 and 7:00 PM.

    Tickets

    Come watch the game nights and cheer on the players.

    Game night

    $5per person
    • Entry to every game that evening
    • Come and go between games

    Student

    $3with school ID
    • Same as game night
    • Any student ID from any school

    Season pass

    $25per person
    • Every regular-season game, Nov 3 to Dec 17
    • One pass for the whole season

    How to buy

    1. Buy online ahead of time once the ticket link is live, or pay at the door.
    2. Show your confirmation on your phone or give your name at the check-in table.
    3. Doors open before the first tip-off of the night.

    Buy online

    The online ticket link will appear here once GMS sets up its ticket page. Until then, tickets are sold at the door.

    Ticket link coming soon

    Teams

    The twelve teams in the 2026 schedule.

      Team photos will be added once families have given permission. Want your school represented? See Get involved.

      Get involved

      Interested in playing? Tell us about your player and we will reply with next steps.

      How it works

      1. Fill in the short form with your player's details.
      2. Copy the message and send it to the league email.
      3. We reply with next steps for your player's school and team.
      Who
      6th and 7th grade players, including those without a school team
      Season
      November 3 through December 17
      Games
      Tuesday through Friday evenings, at 6:00 and 7:00 PM
      After
      Postseason and tournament opportunities

      Schools, coaches and supporters

      Twelve teams are in the 2026 schedule. If your school wants a team in the league, email us and we will walk you through it. Local businesses can become a sponsor.

      Paste it into an email to middleschooljv@gmail.com. This form does not send anything on its own.

      Sponsors

      Local businesses and community leaders who invest in Gainesville-area youth.

      We want this opportunity to be as affordable as possible for student-athletes and their families. Sponsor support helps the league provide:

      • Gymnasium space
      • Certified referees
      • Official league jerseys
      • Scorekeepers and game operations
      • A high-quality competitive league experience

      Slam Dunk

      $1,000
      • Company logo displayed on the league welcome banner and team jersey
      • Two dedicated company spotlight posts on Facebook and Instagram, one in November and one in December

      Fan Club

      $500
      • Company logo included in one social media post recognizing our Fan Club sponsors

      Our sponsors

      How to become a sponsor

      1. Fill in the form and copy the message, or email the same details to middleschooljv@gmail.com by October 27, 2026.
      2. Choose Slam Dunk ($1,000) or Fan Club ($500).
      3. Pay by check, online or cash.

      Payment

      Check
      Payable to Cager Consultants LLC
      Online
      $CagerLLC on Cash App. Scan the code or copy the name.
      Cash
      Accepted
      Cash App QR code for $CagerLLC

      Contributions may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility.

      Sponsor form

      Paste it into an email to middleschooljv@gmail.com. This form does not send anything on its own.

      Contact & Instagram

      Questions about games, tickets, sponsoring or joining? Reach Kenneth “Kenny” Cager, founder and president of GMS JV.

      League email
      middleschooljv@gmail.com
      Kenny's email
      kennycager@gmail.com
      Phone
      (678) 360-2459
      Instagram
      @gmsjvmiddleschool
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