Manor Basketball League: Team Sport ~ Team Spirit: Welcome

Manor Basketball League, rich in history, was started in 1972.  With its long-standing history, some coaches have served for over 30 years.  Players have gained valuable skills, friendships, and as adults, many have continued the tradition of their parents, by coaching in the league.  The league is honored to report that some players have advanced to high school and college levels.  It welcomes all interested persons: youths, parents, relatives, fans, volunteers, and organizational sponsors eager to continue Manor's fine traditon.

Starting at the age of six to sixteen, in a fun and safe environment, Manor Basketball League captures young talents and provides memorable experiences.  Through team sport and team spirit, the league teaches fundamentals skills, while placing emphasis on good sportsmanship and excerise. 

Games are scheduled on weekends; however, during the week, each team has two practices days. Players receive practice and game schedules.  All schedules will also be posted on the web. Parents are encouraged to attend games and practices.

During mandatory tryouts, coaches evaluate and draft players by age. If a player is interested in participating at the selected level, the player must be registered for the league and attend at least one of the tryout dates (no exceptions). At a designated location, registration forms, targeted for October 2013, will be available online and by walk-ins.

Ages 6-8, training league, participate in loosely organized games.  In this division, the program is designed to develop essential skills and promote fun.  Ages 9-12, little boys and little girls division, the program is designed to develop skills at a more competitive level.  Ages 13-16, junior boys and junior girls, the program is designed to increase the level of competition and encourages players to advance to high school teams. JR girls are encouraged to sign up.  When requesting a coaching position, contact League's President and indicate the desired coaching division.

At the end of the season, players vote for the most valuable player, MVP, for the sportsmanship award, and nominate "All Stars" players to participate in the city-wide tournament.  At the end of regular season, players compete for 1st and 2nd place torphies.  During the city-wide tournament, "All Stars"  players compete for best team title.

For the 2012-2013 season, the cost to play in the training league  was $30.00. The cost for all other players was $45.00. The family discount price, for more than one player in the same family, was $75.00.  Refund requests are only be granted before registration deadline.  Prices are subject to change.

 For more information as to how to join a team or  how to partner with the league,  directly contact President Robert Tucker rtucker1214@cox.net or Vice-President, Lopez M. Scott  scottldbt@aol.com

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