The Winnipeg Minor Basketball Association (WMBA) has announced that registration for its Fall 2026\u2013Winter 2027 Community League will open on Monday, August 17, 2026. The city-wide program welcomes players ages 7\u201317 and runs from October 2026 through March 2027, with registration available through each player\u2019s local community centre.<\/p>\n
WMBA teams are formed according to community centre catchment areas and compete against teams from across Winnipeg. If a player\u2019s registered community centre is unable to host a team, the player will be transferred to the nearest community centre able to accept them. The league follows fair-play and zero-tolerance standards designed to provide young athletes with a fun, safe and positive basketball experience.<\/p>\n
League Divisions and Formats<\/p>\n
Ages 7\u20138 (co-ed): One Saturday game per week, plus practices; 3-on-3 cross-court format.
\n Ages 9\u201312 girls and ages 9\u201313 boys: One Saturday game per week, plus practices. Ages 9\u201310 play 3-on-3 cross-court games; ages 11\u201313 boys and 11\u201312 girls play 5-on-5 full-court games.
\n Ages 13\u201317 girls and ages 14\u201317 boys: One Sunday game per week, plus practices; 5-on-5 full-court format.<\/p>\n
Important Dates<\/p>\n
Registration opens: Monday, August 17, 2026
\n Registration closes: Friday, September 18, 2026
\n Team building and league administration: September 20\u201330, 2026
\n Practices begin: Between October 1 and October 16, 2026
\n League games, playoffs and City Championships: Mid March 2027<\/p>\n
League Fees<\/p>\n
Total fees consist of the WMBA membership fee, which is still to be announced, plus the applicable community club basketball fee. Community club fees generally range from $80 to $100. WMBA maintains a no-refund policy, although exceptions may be considered at the discretion of the Executive Director.<\/p>\n
The total player fee will be $295 each \u00a0<\/p>\n
Volunteer Coaches Needed<\/p>\n
WMBA is also seeking volunteer coaches to help support teams and shape the next generation of basketball players. Volunteer coaches are essential to delivering a positive experience for athletes and strengthening basketball within Winnipeg communities.<\/p>\n
Families can review full program information, participating community centres, league rules and registration updates at WMBA.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n Registration is not yet open and will officially begin Monday, August 17, 2026.<\/p>\n