Grand Island Northwest Boys Basketball

08/11/2026

🚨 19 DAYS UNTIL TRYOUTS! 🏀

The countdown is officially ON! Forge Youth Basketball tryouts are right around the corner, and it’s time to get ready to hit the court.

Whether your athlete is looking to sharpen their skills, compete, or be part of a great team experience, this is where it starts! 🔥

📋 Get details & sign up below:
📄 Info Sheet: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PGUTxhq8wlRCoBpGq2AnhI6jl8ZowCFiN8plIBo6zB8/edit?usp=sharing

✍️ Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvbr58FVaNqSRYa1G7X8cTif3uAcB4EDcdFTlpwpqNAERpmg/viewform?usp=header

🌐 Website: https://sites.google.com/ginorthwest.org/forgeyouthbasketball/home?authuser=0

Please share this post to help spread the word to other families and young athletes! 👇

08/04/2026

Forge Youth Basketball Information!

Information Document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PGUTxhq8wlRCoBpGq2AnhI6jl8ZowCFiN8plIBo6zB8/edit?usp=sharing

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvbr58FVaNqSRYa1G7X8cTif3uAcB4EDcdFTlpwpqNAERpmg/viewform?usp=header

Website: https://sites.google.com/ginorthwest.org/forgeyouthbasketball/home

07/10/2026

Happy July everyone! We are still looking for any interested individuals who would like to join our staff.

🏀 JOIN THE VIKING BASKETBALL FAMILY! 🏀
Grand Island Northwest High School is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable Boys Basketball Coach to join our staff! If you have a passion for mentoring student-athletes and teaching the game, we want to hear from you.
📋 The Role at a Glance
You’ll work closely with Varsity Head Coach Evan Swanson and the rest of the staff to develop fundamental skills, foster teamwork, and build a positive, inclusive team culture across our program.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in planning and conducting program-wide and level-specific practices.
Provide individualized coaching to develop player skills and basketball IQ.
Assist with game-day management and coaching strategies.
Communicate effectively with players, parents, and school staff.
⏰ Schedule & Commitment
Winter Season: Runs from mid-November to the beginning of March.
Daily Schedule: Practices are typically Monday–Friday from 3:45 PM – 6:15 PM (occasional Saturdays). Game days are throughout the week.
Summer Commitment: Help with youth/team camps and attendance at summer league team camps.
👀 What We Are Looking For:
Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and strategies.
A positive attitude, patience, and excellent communication skills.
A commitment to upholding the high standards of Grand Island Northwest Athletics.
✉️ How to Apply
Ready to make an impact on the court and in the community?
Please submit your letter of interest and information regarding your basketball background directly to:
👤 Head Coach Evan Swanson 📧 [email protected]

06/08/2026

There is no basketball after weights on Monday and Tuesday. There is youth volleyball camp! Remember we are lifting tomorrow morning for those who are not in football. Be there and ready to go!

06/07/2026

Varsity had their first team camp on Friday. A solid day going 2-1.

Game 1 was against Holdrege, we were able to put up 75 points. It was a great effort.

Game 2 was against Lincoln Standing bear, it was a tough and physical game we won by 16.

Game 3 was against a Kearney/Broken Bow team. It was hard fought and game out on the losing side by 8.

We are back at it Tuesday with a Varsity and JV camp at Boone Central.

We are lifting Monday for those individuals who are not doing football.

06/01/2026

🏀 JOIN THE VIKING BASKETBALL FAMILY! 🏀

Grand Island Northwest High School is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable Boys Basketball Coach to join our staff! If you have a passion for mentoring student-athletes and teaching the game, we want to hear from you.

📋 The Role at a Glance
You’ll work closely with Varsity Head Coach Evan Swanson and the rest of the staff to develop fundamental skills, foster teamwork, and build a positive, inclusive team culture across our program.

Key Responsibilities:
Assist in planning and conducting program-wide and level-specific practices.
Provide individualized coaching to develop player skills and basketball IQ.
Assist with game-day management and coaching strategies.
Communicate effectively with players, parents, and school staff.

⏰ Schedule & Commitment
Winter Season: Runs from mid-November to the beginning of March.
Daily Schedule: Practices are typically Monday–Friday from 3:45 PM – 6:15 PM (occasional Saturdays). Game days are throughout the week.

Summer Commitment: Help with youth/team camps and attendance at summer league team camps.

👀 What We Are Looking For:
Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and strategies.
A positive attitude, patience, and excellent communication skills.
A commitment to upholding the high standards of Grand Island Northwest Athletics.

✉️ How to Apply
Ready to make an impact on the court and in the community?
Please submit your letter of interest and information regarding your basketball background directly to:

👤 Head Coach Evan Swanson 📧 [email protected]

05/31/2026

Monday we start summer weights here are a few reminders:

1) Please see attached schedule with the times for each session. Remember that your session starts with a warmup 10min before the weights. Be ready to go at this time.

2) There is agility after weights on Mondays and Thursdays. This is not optional. Please make sure you attend this as well.

3) Please enter by girls locker room...don’t use the front entrance.

4) If you screw around or don’t listen to coaches you will be asked to leave.

5) Soreness will happen especially the first two weeks. Make sure you drink plenty of water and stretch after working out and then before bed.

6) Please communicate when you will be gone beforehand (vacation, mission trip, camps).

7) Bring a water bottle with you and make sure you eat a light breakfast before working out. This is especially important on the warmer days when there is agility.

8) Phones will be left in the hallway.

9) Lastly follow the program, don’t skip reps or make up your own lifts

We have our high school and youth camp this week. I know they are long day, but help is expected. Lunch will be provided for you each day. You are to show up, help coach, and be professional.

June 2nd - 4th

9 -12 8 - 9:45

1-3 10 - 11

4-6 11:15 - 12:30

7-8 12:45 to 2:00

We have our first varsity team camp on Friday @ Kearney. I will talk to all individuals who I would like to go on Monday.

05/22/2026

Happy Summer Break to everyone!

Summer is the perfect time to relax and spend time with friends and family.

A few important dates and reminders:

Communication: All communication must happen through Bound, brightarrow, or email. These are the only ways to contact any of the coaches—no exceptions.

Summer Weights: Sessions start on June 1st.

Team Camps: We have our high school and youth camps during the first week of June. I will be providing lunch for our high school helpers. Anyone in 10th through 12th grade who can help, please do!

Camp Schedule (June 2nd, 3rd, and 4th):

9th–12th Grade: 8:00 am – 9:45 am

1st–3rd Grade: 10:00 am – 11:00 am

4th–6th Grade: 11:15 am – 12:30 pm

7th–8th Grade: 12:45 pm – 2:00 pm

Below is the link to our summer schedule:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WMmG_g-DSoU6Ydl7mFCSjyjmYpok9uLA67wpxPMDDFs/edit?usp=sharing

Shoes: For our incoming 9th graders and upperclassmen, shoes must be majority white OR black, with accent colors of gold or gray. We are playing for Northwest, so let's represent Northwest!

2026/2027 Schedule: Mrs. Wells and I have been working hard at revamping our schedule for this upcoming season. It is a challenging schedule, but it's the one we want. Attached is a tentative schedule: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yvwLdguE1F0vNzjW-JwsKHxHxS-P1Xb5Vg3HDD7iD3U/edit?usp=sharing

Heartland Hoops Classic: I am excited to announce that we will be playing in the Heartland Hoops Classic this upcoming season against Wahoo!

Varsity Schedule. # Date Opponent 11/24/2026 @ Bellevue East 1 12/4/2026 Gretna East 2 12/5/2026 Kearney Catholic 3 12/11/2026 @ Elkhorn 4 12/12/2026 @ Seward 12/18/2026 5 12/19/2026 @ Aurora 6 12/29/2026 Malcolm Tournament 7 12/30/202...

03/25/2026

Congrats to our Central Conference award winners!

02/05/2026

Congrats, Coach Carder! The football program got a great coach!

Please join us in welcoming a familiar face from our teaching and coaching staff, Coach Kyle Carder, as the new Head Football Coach at Northwest High School!
We’re excited for the leadership, energy, and passion he will continue to bring to our program.
Congratulations, Coach Carder!