How often and where do teams play?
House league teams normally play twice per week, one practice and one game, only through the week (no Saturdays or Sundays). There is also a mid-season tournament, usually on a Saturday or Sunday in January. Teams play at gyms in schools across Kitchener and Waterloo. Teams do not play during the Christmas break when schools are closed.
How competitive is the play?
At the house league level, the focus is on a player's skill development, being part of a team and enjoying the game. Many of the younger divisions do not keep score, except at the mid-season tournament and in play-off games. This is not serious stuff. We all try hard, but it's all in fun. Every division has players that are new to organized basketball and some that might have played for several years. There is room for all in K-W YBA.
I'd like to help, but I don't really know anything about basketball?
That's okay! K-W YBA needs all sorts of volunteers. We need people to help keep score, keep time, monitor doors and gyms and help with special events like Pizza Day. For those that would like to help coach, we do have clinics available and a coaches' development program.
Do you allow special requests?
Where possible, we try to accomodate requests. However, we cannot guarantee that players can play on certain nights or with a friend, for example. If you have a special situation, please speak to a member of the executive or someone at registration.
How often do rep (Vipers) teams play and where?
Rep teams generally play and practice between 2-3 times per week. In addition, they will also play in several tournaments during the course of the season. The allrepseason also lasts a little longer than house league, typically into April. The midget and juvenile teams start later in the season, beginning after the boys' high school season. These age groups can play house league without interfering with their rep season. Many of the teams will play in a local loop of teams for regular season games with teams from Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Brantford, etc. Tournaments are generally within the province, with possible travel to such centers as Barrie, Windsor, etc.

What happens when there is bad weather?

Standard rule is if the school has been closed during the day due to bad weather, the facility will remain closed for the evening and all YBA practices/games will be cancelled.  During inclement weather, check the Boards' websites or listen to your local radio station to ensure the status of the facility closure.

Is there fee assistance for players in need?
Yes. If you have a question regarding fees and assistance, please contact either a division Convenor, member of the executive or speak to someone at registration. You may also try obtaining fee assistance through KidSport (www.kidsportcanada.ca) or Jump Start through your local Canadian Tire.
Is this a co-ed league for all divisions?
All of our house league divisions are co-ed.
Our teams are currently male only.
How much does it cost to play house league?
Our registration fee this year is $175.00 for players registered before September 15th. The registration fee increases after September 15th to $200.00. K-W YBA has tried very hard to keep its fees down and has managed to go without an increase for several years. Fortunately, this year, we have been able to maintain the registration fee at the same level as last season.

Will I receive a receipt for tax purposes?
               Yes, tax receipts will be provided to all registered players.

What ages do the different division names correspond to?

Division Name   Date of Birth   Age Group 
Novice  2000    under 10
Atom  1999  under 11
Major Atom  1998  under 12
Bantom  1997  under 13
Major Bantam  1996  under 14
Midget  1995  under 15
Major Midget/Juvenile  1994,1993,1992, 1991  18 & under

Updated: November 3, 2008