The below table provides both a summary and comparison of the various basketball programs that the Mahtomedi Baketball Association offers. In addition, following you will find a link for additional detailed information on the programs and a link to the registration page.
| Youth (K - 2) | Rec (3rd - 8th) | Travel 94th - 8th) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fees | $ 60 | $ 135 | $ 250 |
| Open Registration Deadline | December 10, 2011 | September 30, 2011 | September 15, 2011 |
| Late Registration Deadline | December 17, 2011 | October 14, 2011 | The day of the evaluations (September 17, 2011) before the gender/age specific evaluations begin |
| Registration Late Fees | $10 | $ 25 | $ 25 |
| On-Line Registration Fee | No Charge | No Charge | No Charge |
| Paper Registration Fee | $25 | $25 | $25 |
| Player Evaluations | None | None | September 17, 2011 |
| Player Rosters Announced | December 18, 2010 | By October 26, 2011 | By October 1, 2011 |
| Team Gender | Girl & Boy Specific Teams | Girl & Boy Specific Teams | Girl & Boy Specific Teams |
| Players per Team | Up to 9 Players | Up to 10 players | 8 - 10 Players (See Rules) |
| Playing Time | Equal | Equal | 40% - 60% |
| Player Cuts | No | No | Yes |
| Length of Season | January-February | Late October - Late February/Early March | Late October - Late February/Early March |
| League Games | Not applicable | 3-6th individual grades: Stillwater/Mahtomedi League. 7/8th combined: Maplewood Park & Rec League | None |
| Number of Tournaments | Not applicable | 1- End of Season Tournament | 8 -10 tournaments (number of tournaments equals number of rostered players) |
| Weekend Commitment | None | One game on Saturday | 8 - 10 full weekends |
| Additional Tournaments | Not applicable | None allowed | Can add at the discretion and expense of the team. |
| Practices | Friday Nights for 1st and 2nd Graders and Saturday morning for Kindergarten | One weekday evening practice (Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) | Two weekday evening practices (most likely on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday) |
| Coaches | Parent volunteer selected based on application/interview. | 3rd Grade: Parent volunteer selected based on application/interview. Grades 4th-8th: Typically returning coach from previous year. Board may modify if beneficial to program. | 4th Grade: Parent volunteer selected based on application/interview. Grades 5th-8th: Typically returning coach from previous year. Board may modify if beneficial to program. |
| MBA Tournament Work Shifts | Not required | Not required | Parents (except parent coaches) are required to work at the MBA tournament. |