This page is your central hub for everything you need during the season including schedules, training information, travel details, communication channels, and important program updates.
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Welcome to the Northwest Magic Parent Portal.
This page serves as a central hub for important information, resources, and communication tools used throughout the season. Please bookmark this page and refer to it whenever you have questions about schedules, communication, or program information.
Northwest Magic is committed to providing a structured, organized experience for our athletes and families. Clear communication helps us keep the program running smoothly for everyone.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUND POLICY
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EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2026 - NORTHWEST MAGIC PROGRAM FEE & PARTICIPATION POLICY - CLICK
PROGRAM FEES & TRAVEL OVERVIEW
Clear breakdown of what your tuition covers and how travel cost are handled across Northwest Magic teams.
PROGRAM / REGISTRATION FEES
Your season tuition/registration supports the overall operation of the program and your athlete’s development experience throughout the season.
This includes:
* Team Practices
Two practices per week, gym rentals, and structured player development
* Coaching & Player Development
Experienced coaches leading practices, games, and mentorship
* Tournament Entry Fees
Registration and coordination for scheduled team tournaments
* Insurance
Team/player coverage
* Recruiting Support
Exposure platforms, communication, and player promotion
* Media & Program Development
Photography, social media, branding, and program resources
* Program Operations & Technology
TeamSnap, communication tools, scheduling, admin support, and overall program structure
These are the fixed costs required to run a high-quality, organized program for all teams
COACH TRAVEL FEES (SEPARATE FROM TUITION)
While coaching is included in your program fees for practices and local development, coach travel for out-of-town tournaments is handled separately.
Why is this separate?
Travel costs vary by event (flights, hotels, gas, per diem).
Instead of estimating and building this into tuition—which can lead to families overpaying or underpaying—we calculate the actual cost of each trip and split it evenly.
How it works:
* Travel costs are calculated per event
* Total cost is divided among rostered players attending
* Shared with families before payment is due
Example:
Flight $450 + Hotel $300 + Per Diem $90 = $840
$840 ÷ 10 players = $84 per player
Typical range: $65–$90 per player per event
(Due approximately 4–6 weeks prior to travel)
Important to Know:
* Coach travel fees apply to all players participating in that tournament
* This applies regardless of how your family travels or lodging choices
* These fees are not optional for tournament participation
* We only charge actual costs (no markups or estimates)
WHY WE STRUCTURE IT THIS WAY
* Keeps tuition lower and more predictable
* Ensures families only pay for actual travel costs
* Maintains full transparency across all teams
* Allows flexibility based on each team’s travel schedule
FINAL NOTE
We understand that every family’s situation is different, and we truly try to balance:
High-level programming
Fair and transparent costs
Clear communication
PROGRAM FEES & TRAVEL OVERVIEW- FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why isn’t coach travel included in tuition?
A: Travel varies by event, so we charge actual costs to avoid overcharging families.
Q: Do I still pay if I don’t stay in the team hotel?
A: Yes. Coach travel is shared among all participating players regardless of lodging.
Q: Is this fee optional?
A: No. It is part of participating in out-of-town tournaments.
Q: When will I know the cost?
A: Typically 4–6 weeks before each travel event.
Practices & Training JULY 2026
ALWAY CHECK TEAMSNAP FOR UPDATES AND/OR CHANGES
Girls Practice Schedule (July 1-August 26)
| TEAM | DAY | TIME | GYM/LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEAM HUFF | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| TEAM KV | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| TEAM RICE | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC HIGH SCHOOL LEGACY 8TH/9TH | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC TEAM MAXWELL 8TH | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC TEAM TIARRA 7TH | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC LEGACY 7TH | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC TEAM BRAGGS 6TH | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC LEGACY 4TH | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC LEGACY 3/4 | MONDAY & WEDNESDAY | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
Boys Practice Schedule (July 1- August 26
| TEAM | DAY | TIME | GYM/LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| NW MAGIC 16U PURPLE | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC 15U PURPLE | MONDAYSN& WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC 8TH BLACK | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC 7TH PURPLE | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 715PM-830PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC 7TH BLACK | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC 5TH PURPLE | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
| NW MAGIC 4TH PURPLE | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 6PM-715PM | CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY |
Training Schedule (JULY 1-AUGUST 31)
DAY GRADE TIME LOCATION INSTRUCTOR TRAINING/CLASS PREFERRED PAYMENT
MONDAYS 4TH -6TH GRADE 1PM-2PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH KNIGHT KNIGHT VISION SKILL DEVELOPMENT APPLE PAY 2069479315
MONDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 2PM-3PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH ACE SHOT LAB APPLE PAY 206 507 0631
MONDAYS 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL 3PM-4PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH ACE ELITE SHOT LAB APPLE PAY 206 507 0631
MONDAYS 4TH-HIGH SCHOOL 4PM-5PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH GENA ELITE BIGS LAB VENMO @GENA-WOODKE
MONDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 4PM-5PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH LEASIA FUNDAMENTALS & COMPLETE SKILLS VENMO@MSBBALLJONES24
TUESDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 1PM-2PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH VANESSA HANDLE ACADEMY VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
TUESDAYS MS/HS 2PM-3PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH VANESSA READ & REACT GUARDS LAB VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
TUESDAYS MS/HS 3PM-4PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH VANESSA (INVITE ONLY)ELITE PT GUARD SKILLS VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
TUESDAYS ALL GRADES 3PM-4PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH GENA SPEED LAB VENMO @GENA-WOODKE
TUESDAYS 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL 4PM-5PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH KNIGHT DECISION MAKING LABE APPLE PAY 2069479315
TUESDAYS K-3RD 6PM-7PM MAGIC COURTS NE TACOMA COACH VANESSA HEADSTART HOOPERS VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
TUESDAYS 6TH-HIGH SCHOOL 630PM-730PM MAGIC NE TACOME COURTS COACH STROZIER POST SCORING LAB VENMO @COACHSTROZ
WEDNESDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 1PM-2PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH KNIGHT KNIGHT VISION SKILL DEVELOPMENT APPLE PAY 2069479315
WEDNESDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 2PM-3PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH ACE ATTACK MOVES LAB APPLE PAY 2065070631
WEDNESDAYS 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL 3PM-4PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH ACE ELITE ATTACK MOVES APPLE PAY 2065070631
WEDNESDAYS 4TH-HIGH SCHOOL 4PM-5PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH GENA ELITE BIGS LAB VENMO @GENA-WOODKE
WEDNESDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 4PM-5PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH LEASIA FUNDAMENTALS & COMPLETE SKILLS VENMO @MSBBALLJONES24
THURSDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 1PM-2PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH VANESSA HANDLE ACADEMY VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
THURSDAYS MS/HS 2PM-3PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH VANESSA READ & REACT GUARD LAB VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
THURSDAYS MS/HIGH SCHOOL 3PM-4PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH VANESSA (INVITE ONLY)ELITE POINT GUARD TRAINING VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON
THURSDAYS ALL GRADES 3PM-4PM FIRST CREEK MS COACH GENA SPEED LAB (ON TRACK) VENMO@GENA-WOODKE
THURSDAYS 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL 4PM-5PM FIRST CREEK MS COACK KNIGHT DECISION MAKING LAB APPLE PAY 2069479315
THURSDAYS 4TH-8TH GRADE 545PM-7PM MAGIC NE COURTS NE TACOMA COACH VANESSA LEGACY LEAGUE VENMO @ VANESSA-MCCLENDON
THURSDAYS 6TH-HIGH SCHOOL 630PM-730PM MAGIC NE COURTS IN TACOMA COACH STROZIER POST SCORING LAB VENMO @COACHSTROZ
FRIDAYS 4TH-6TH GRADE 2PM-3PM MAGIC COURTS NE TACOMA COACH ACE ATTACK MOVES + SHOOTING LAB APPLE PAY 206 507 0631
FRIDAYS 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL 3PM-4PM MAGIC COURTS NE TACOMA COACH ACE ELITE ATTACK MOVES + SHOOTING LAB APPLE PAY 206 507 0631
| DAY | GRADE | TIME | LOCATION | INSTRUCTOR | TRAINING/CLASS | PREFERRED PAYMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONDAYS | 4TH -6TH GRADE | 1PM-2PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH KNIGHT | KNIGHT VISION SKILL DEVELOPMENT | APPLE PAY 2069479315 |
| MONDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 2PM-3PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH ACE | SHOT LAB | APPLE PAY 206 507 0631 |
| MONDAYS | 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 3PM-4PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH ACE | ELITE SHOT LAB | APPLE PAY 206 507 0631 |
| MONDAYS | 4TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 4PM-5PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH GENA | ELITE BIGS LAB | VENMO @GENA-WOODKE |
| MONDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 4PM-5PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH LEASIA | FUNDAMENTALS & COMPLETE SKILLS | VENMO@MSBBALLJONES24 |
| TUESDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 1PM-2PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH VANESSA | HANDLE ACADEMY | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| TUESDAYS | MS/HS | 2PM-3PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH VANESSA | READ & REACT GUARDS LAB | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| TUESDAYS | MS/HS | 3PM-4PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH VANESSA | (INVITE ONLY)ELITE PT GUARD SKILLS | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| TUESDAYS | ALL GRADES | 3PM-4PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH GENA | SPEED LAB | VENMO @GENA-WOODKE |
| TUESDAYS | 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 4PM-5PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH KNIGHT | DECISION MAKING LABE | APPLE PAY 2069479315 |
| TUESDAYS | K-3RD | 6PM-7PM | MAGIC COURTS NE TACOMA | COACH VANESSA | HEADSTART HOOPERS | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| TUESDAYS | 6TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 630PM-730PM | MAGIC NE TACOME COURTS | COACH STROZIER | POST SCORING LAB | VENMO @COACHSTROZ |
| WEDNESDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 1PM-2PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH KNIGHT | KNIGHT VISION SKILL DEVELOPMENT | APPLE PAY 2069479315 |
| WEDNESDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 2PM-3PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH ACE | ATTACK MOVES LAB | APPLE PAY 2065070631 |
| WEDNESDAYS | 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 3PM-4PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH ACE | ELITE ATTACK MOVES | APPLE PAY 2065070631 |
| WEDNESDAYS | 4TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 4PM-5PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH GENA | ELITE BIGS LAB | VENMO @GENA-WOODKE |
| WEDNESDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 4PM-5PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH LEASIA | FUNDAMENTALS & COMPLETE SKILLS | VENMO @MSBBALLJONES24 |
| THURSDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 1PM-2PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH VANESSA | HANDLE ACADEMY | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| THURSDAYS | MS/HS | 2PM-3PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH VANESSA | READ & REACT GUARD LAB | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| THURSDAYS | MS/HIGH SCHOOL | 3PM-4PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH VANESSA | (INVITE ONLY)ELITE POINT GUARD TRAINING | VENMO @VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| THURSDAYS | ALL GRADES | 3PM-4PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACH GENA | SPEED LAB (ON TRACK) | VENMO@GENA-WOODKE |
| THURSDAYS | 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 4PM-5PM | FIRST CREEK MS | COACK KNIGHT | DECISION MAKING LAB | APPLE PAY 2069479315 |
| THURSDAYS | 4TH-8TH GRADE | 545PM-7PM | MAGIC NE COURTS NE TACOMA | COACH VANESSA | LEGACY LEAGUE | VENMO @ VANESSA-MCCLENDON |
| THURSDAYS | 6TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 630PM-730PM | MAGIC NE COURTS IN TACOMA | COACH STROZIER | POST SCORING LAB | VENMO @COACHSTROZ |
| FRIDAYS | 4TH-6TH GRADE | 2PM-3PM | MAGIC COURTS NE TACOMA | COACH ACE | ATTACK MOVES + SHOOTING LAB | APPLE PAY 206 507 0631 |
| FRIDAYS | 7TH-HIGH SCHOOL | 3PM-4PM | MAGIC COURTS NE TACOMA | COACH ACE | ELITE ATTACK MOVES + SHOOTING LAB | APPLE PAY 206 507 0631 |
NEXT WEEKEND TOURNAMENT
BATTLE IN SEATTLE - AOG
AUBURN, WA
Centralia, WA
July 3-5, 2026
Participating NW Magic Teams
Girls
• Team Huff
- Team Rice
- Team Maxwell
• Team Tiarra
• Team Braggs
• 4th Legacy
Boys
•16U
15U
• 8th Black
• 7th Purple
• 5th Purple
• 4th Purple
Weekly Communication
Northwest Magic provides weekly updates and communication through the following channels:
TeamSnap
Primary location for team schedules, practices, and tournament updates.
GroupMe
Used for topic-specific communication and quick updates.
Weekly Newsletter
Program updates, announcements, and important reminders.
Parent Zoom Meetings
Held sundays to keep families informed and aligned.
Follow Through Friday
Via social media, Coach Vanessa shares updates
Schedules
Parents should regularly check the following resources for schedule updates.
Practice Schedule
Your team practice schedule will be communicated through TeamSnap and can be found via calendar here
Training Schedule
Additional player development training opportunities are posted on the training page-click and in teamsnap.
Tournament Schedule
Tournament information is shared by team through TeamSnap and team communication channels and on website-
Girls Teams Tournament- Click
Boys Teams Tournament- Click
Player Development & Training
Northwest Magic provides ongoing skill development opportunities for players throughout the season. Training sessions are available for different age groups and skill levels and are designed to support long-term athlete development.
Training opportunities may include:
Skills training
Position development
Speed and agility training
IQ and decision-making sessions
Additional training details can be found on the Training page- Click
Travel Information
For teams that participate in travel tournaments, information regarding hotels, travel schedules, and logistics will be shared through the program’s travel coordinator and TeamSnap.
Families should review travel details carefully once they are shared. Join Magic Groupme- Here
Fundraising
Northwest Magic offers fundraising opportunities to help offset player expenses such as program fees, travel costs, and tournament participation.
Information about current fundraisers will be shared through team communication channels. Join NW Magic fundraising here.
Program Expectations
Our program operates best when players, coaches, and families work together. We ask families to support the following expectations:
Arrive to practices and games on time
Communicate schedule conflicts early
Support a positive team environment
Encourage athletes to work hard and represent the program with character
Northwest Magic is built on a culture of development, accountability, and family.
Questions or Support
If you have questions regarding your team or the program, please contact your team coach or program leadership.
General program questions may be directed to:
Coach Vanessa- Coachvanessa@northwestmagic.org
Boys Program - Tiffany Townsend Tiffany@northwestmagic.org
Girls Program- Katie@northwestmagic.org
Finance Questions- Edwina coachedwina@northwestmagic.org
Northwest Magic Basketball
Season 20
Built Not Born
Scholarship Guidelines and Application:
NWM Team Scholarship Guidelines- COMING SOON
NWM Team Scholarship Application -COMING SOON
If your family is in need of a scholarship and/or reduced fees, please reach out to Coach Edwina @ 206-412-9387 or email coachedwina@northwestmagic.org
Sibling Discount Information:
Program Fees Overview:
Important Documents and Information:
Uniform and Gear Expectations and Ordering Process
Player Commitment and Expectations
Game Changer -Parent Guide- Created by Kim K
Game Changer-Parent Perspective
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