NYSA Winter Basketball Season 

Registration Details:

• Registration Fee: $145 + $55 NYSA annual family membership fee
• Registration Period:
•  Opens: August 8
  Closes: October 1
  
• All registration fees must be paid in full by this date. Unpaid registrations will not be accepted.

Where Your Fees Go:

Your $145 Registration Fee Breakdown
$45 goes to NYSA to cover:

• Gym maintenance and upkeep
• Equipment replacement
• Facility improvements and repairs

The remaining $100 is for League Costs:

Uniforms, Referees, Basketballs, Concessions, and all other equipment, equitable for purchase to better the program

Payment Methods

• Accepted Forms of Payment:
• Credit/Debit card (online)
• NYSA does not accept personal checks
• No hardcopy registrations will be accepted in person.
• Note: There is a surcharge of 3 percent or more per credit/debit transaction. If you have multiple children, please register all participants together and not individually, as you will pay multiple surcharges instead of one in total.

Uniform & Equipment:

Jersey Policy 
Players will receive an official Jr. NBA jersey based on the area and division in which they participate. Jerseys are included in the registration fee and do not include shorts.

Each player will receive an official team jersey for the season. Please note that all players are required to wear black shorts to match their team jersey for games. This ensures a consistent and professional look across all teams.

At the end of the season, all jerseys must be returned so we can reuse and reinvest in our program for the following year. Jerseys that are not returned will incur a $25 retainer fee, which helps offset the cost of replacement uniforms.

This policy helps us keep registration costs reasonable and allows our program to continue providing quality equipment and uniforms for all players season after season.

Additional items such as shorts, shooting sleeves, water bottles, and more can be purchased separately through the Jr. NBA resource website

Players are responsible for:

·  Basketball shoes and socks (estimated cost: $50+)

·  No outside basketballs are allowed inside the gym

·  NYSA basketballs may not be taken outside the gym

Season Dates & Timelines: 

• Nov.1 – Jan.10 for all Girl Divisions
  
• Nov.14 - Jan.10 for all 7U COED
• Dec.1 –  Mar.7 for all Boy Divisions 
• Dec.12 - Mar.7 for all 9U COED
• Location: All games and practices will take place at the YMCA, NYSA Gym and outdoor courts (weather permitting)
• Games: Each team will play at least 8 regular-season games, ending the season with divisional playoffs, and participate in an All-Star Weekend Showcase/Banquet for all Divisions (1 All-Star Selected per team) 

Practices & Games:

• Practice Schedule:
• Teams practice 2 days per week, between 1– 1 ½ hours per practice
• Practice locations: NYSA Gym and outdoor courts
• Game Schedule:
• 7U/9U COED will participate on Fridays only
• Games will be held on Saturdays
• Coaches will communicate practice and game schedules directly with parents

Divisions:

• K–3 COED / Beginners (developmental format with skill training and mini challenges)
• 4th–5th Grade Boys
• 4th–5th Grade Girls
• 6th–8th Grade Boys
• 6th–8th Grade Girls

Eligibility Exceptions:

• Players must be enrolled in school at the grade level at which they are competing.
• Players may be no more than one playing year older than their grade level allows.

Photos & Extras:

• Individual and team pictures will be taken during the season ( Nov.7)
• Photo purchases are optional

Team Placement Policy:

We understand that some parents may prefer certain coaches due to prior positive experiences. While we appreciate those relationships, final team placements will be decided by a committee of coaches to ensure fairness and balance across all divisions.

Financial Assistance:

Families seeking support through NYSA scholarships should refer to the official scholarship guidelines on the NYSA website.
We are here to help—please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Contact Us:

For registration questions or more information about the upcoming season, please
Email: [email protected]