MBA is continuing to plan for summer training sessions with the hope that they can be held as usual.  We will postpone or cancel training as needed based on federal and state recommendations and in accordance with stay-at-home orders and other social distancing guidelines.  We may have a scenario where we don’t do training in June but start sessions in July/August??  As everything these days, it’s TBD.  Stay tuned.

There are many virtual basketball training options available for your youth basketball players during this unprecedented time. MBA will share options on the MBA Facebook page, as well as below are a few. This isn't intended to serve as an endorsement of any particular program, but rather to identify some options for MBA families. 

MYAS

Minnesota Youth Athletic Services (MYAS) has partnered with Trusted Coaches, Pure Intensity Basketball™, Mindful Power™ and the Institute for Athletic Medicine™ to offer a complete home training program for basketball.

Each week there are different camps offered, often for free.

For dates, pricing and program information Click Here for More Information

HomeCourt App

Home Court is an app that may be loaded on any Apple or Android device. It provides ball handling and shooting drills for all skills levels. It will track level and continue to challenge your player as they move through the skills session.

Many of the drills are free; however, there are in app purchases you can make. 

Search HomeCourt in your app store. 

AAU Clubs on YouTube

Many local AAU clubs have been placing drills and videos on YouTube for MN youth basketball players for free. Visit our AAU Club Info page for a listing of local AAU club websites. 

Youth sportsmanship award winners

To help promote the importance of good sportsmanship and positive conduct, MYAS/Youth First offered a sportsmanship award that each team participating the MYAS Girls Grade State was eligible to receive.  The referees for each game determined if each team demonstrated good sportsmanship in games based on players, coaches and parents/fans sportsmanship.

Receiving the award required a team to get a “YES” vote in ALL of their games in the tournament. 

Our girls traveling teams participated in this tournament and  SEVEN of our teams earned a Youth First Award.  Congratulations to the following players, coaches and fans!

• 4th Girls Blue (Head Coach Andy Chilson)
• 4th Girls Gold (Head Coach Andy Peper)
• 5th Girls Blue (Head Coach Doug Wolgamot)
• 6th Girls Blue (Head Coach Steve Stembridge)
• 6th Girls Gold (Head Coach Kris Daniels)
• 7th Girls Gold (Head Coach Dan Holley)
• 8th Girls Blue (Head Coach Jeff Meslow)

East Metro Elite Girls Basketball Camp Info

The 5th Annual East Metro Elite Girls Basketball Camp will be offered August 24-27, 2020 from 9am-2pm (daily) for girl basketball players in grades entering 3rd through 9th at Mahtomedi Middle School. Join over 60 basketball participants, multiple coaches (led by Mahtomedi Girls Varsity Basketball Coach Erica Zizzo) and put your skills to the test during this FUN and skill based camp! For registration and additional information: 

East Metro Elite Girls Camp Registration

East Metro Elite Boys Basketball Camp Info

The East Metro Elite Boys Basketball Camp is returning this summer and will occur August 24-27, 2020 at Mahtomedi Middle School from 9am-2pm daily for boy basketball players entering 2nd through 5th grade. The camp is lead by Mahtomedi Girls Varsity Basketball Coach Erica Zizzo and focuses on skill development and the application of skills to the game. The camp also has daily guest speakers to assist the athletes to learn about other important aspects for success (ex. Nutrition, strength, mental focus etc). Siblings discount available (to include the girl’s camp). For more information and to register:

East Metro Elite Boys Registration

Test your passion...see YOU at camp!

If you missed the opportunity to order apparel during our MBA Store, visit Heritage in Stillwater for Mahtomedi Zephyr gear!

• Sample sizes available at Heritage in Stillwater
• Second round of orders will be available in December. 
• Questions ?? Please contact Jennifer @ jennifer@hedusa.com

Click the above image to go the Mahtomedi Apparel Store.