ICBA | Competitive program

Description of the program

Youth who wish to play at this level show a greater interest than playing only once a week in the recreational program. At the competitive level, the desire to learn must be combined with specific basketball skills. A competitive team is by definition a team that seeks competition. The players on the team must therefore adhere to this healthy competitive attitude. Additional efforts are therefore required from the players such as participating in two or more practices per week; these practices are essential to learn and practice the fundamentals and games, both individually and as a team.

A competitive team will be composed of a minimum of 9 players, although 12 is often the desired number. Youths wishing to be part of a competitive team will participate in a Selection Camp during which each player will be evaluated. The number of competitive teams may vary depending on the number of players available.

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The player selection process

Competitive teams are formed at the beginning of the season. Selection camps are organized to evaluate each interested player and to determine if he or she will be able to play on one of the teams.

At these camps, a series of exercises allow the evaluators to select the players who will make up the team; the final decision on the choice of players is left to the coach responsible for the team. Other players not selected are informed and thanked for their efforts and interest.

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Participation

Competitive players must participate in practices and games. They must justify any absence. This participation is essential for team building and coach planning.

It is important to note that the coach has the freedom to play the players he wants and for the duration he wants. For example, this means that he could decide to play the same five players for the entire game; this situation is rare but illustrates the level of competition possible.

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Team categories by age

Competitive players are divided into groups which are separated by age category. The player must be of the prescribed age as of September 30, which is:

Category: U10 COMPETITIVE (born in 2016 or later)
Category: U11 COMPETITIVE (born in 2015)
Category: U12 COMPETITIVE (born in 2014)
Category: U13 COMPETITIVE (born in 2013)
Category: U14 COMPETITIVE (born in 2012)
Category: U15 COMPETITIVE (born in 2011)
Category: U16 COMPETITIVE (born in 2010)
Category: U17-U18 COMPETITIVE (born 2008-2009)

If you have any questions and would like to discuss specific items, we invite you to contact us via the online contact form.‍

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Gymnasiums and facilities

Our practices take place mainly in the gymnasiums located in the schools mentioned below. Some games or practices may also be held elsewhere, and this information will be communicated to you. Please check the schedules and refer to the addresses below.‍

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