Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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🏀 2026-2027 Schedule Update

For U11-U15, CMBA has moved to an every-other-weekend game format. Teams will play 14 mandatory regular-season games, with generally two games scheduled on each game weekend. Optional tournaments and playoffs may add additional games.

U15 boys may have games scheduled on Friday and Saturday rather than two Saturday games.

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What is the time commitment?

Practices are typically 1 to 1.5 hours once per week. Coaches may occasionally arrange additional practice opportunities.

For U11-U15, league games are generally played every other weekend, with two games scheduled on each game weekend.

Game times and locations are scheduled by the Calgary Minor Basketball Association (CMBA) and may be anywhere throughout Calgary and surrounding areas.

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When does the basketball season start and end?

U9 Tykes

The U9 Tykes season runs from late September through the end of February.

U11, U13 & U15

Evaluations are held in early September, with practices beginning after teams are formed.

League games begin in October. The regular season runs through February, followed by playoffs and/or optional Provincial Tournaments in March.

There are no regular-season games or practices during the school winter break.

The 2026-2027 season includes 14 mandatory regular-season games, generally scheduled every other weekend.

U18

U18 is divided into separate Fall and Winter seasons to accommodate high school basketball.

The Fall season runs approximately from September through November. The Winter season runs approximately from January through March.

Players who make their high school basketball team are not eligible to participate in the U18 Winter season, in accordance with applicable high school athletics rules.

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What night will my child practice?

Practice times and locations are not determined until after teams are formed at the end of the evaluation process.

The head coach selects the team's regular practice time and location.

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Can I ask for my child to be placed on the same team as another player?

We are not able to accommodate requests for specific teams or teammates.

Team placement is based on evaluations, team balance, and the number of players registered in each division.

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I have registered my child, now what?

For U11 and older, evaluations will be held in September. Once evaluation dates and times are confirmed, parents will receive an email with the details.

Please check your email and the SoCal Basketball website regularly for updates. While we send information as a courtesy, it is the responsibility of parents and players to be aware of their scheduled evaluation time and location.

U9 Tykes do not have evaluations. U9 families can expect an email in September with information about the start of the season, session times, and locations.

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My child is unable to attend the scheduled evaluation. What should I do?

Players in U11 and older are expected to attend evaluations so they can be placed on a team with players of similar skill levels.

If your child cannot attend their scheduled evaluation, please contact the appropriate age-group coordinator as soon as possible.

Players who miss evaluations may be placed on a team without the benefit of an evaluation.

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How Do I Register a Player or Coach?

Player Registration

Visit the Registration page on the SoCal Basketball website for current registration information and links.

Coach Registration

Interested in coaching? Please complete the Coach Registration through TeamLinkt.

CMBA requires all coaches to be registered.

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I do not see a registration package to register my child in. What do I do?

If no registration program appears, registration may not be open yet or may already be closed.

Please check the SoCal Basketball website for current registration information and deadlines.

Also, make sure you have entered your child's correct date of birth, as registration programs are based on age eligibility.

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My child has never played basketball before. Can they still sign up?

Absolutely!

Community basketball is designed for players of all skill levels, including beginners.

Evaluations for U11 and older are used to create balanced teams with players of similar skill levels.

The goal is to provide every player with an opportunity to learn, develop their skills, and enjoy basketball.

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