What league will Avalon Basketball players participate in?

Avalon Basketball is will play in the NLBA league, by the Newfoundland and Labrador Basketball Association of Sport NL. Avalon Basketball teams may also participate in invitational tournaments when they are available for registration. Any leagues and tournaments that athletes participate in will have an additional fee to pay for officials and gym time.

Can my athlete play on multiple club teams and play with Avalon Basketball?

No, players can’t participate in Avalon games and play on another NLBA league club team.

Can my athlete join or switch to another club team after joining Avalon?

Per league/ NLBA rules - players cannot switch clubs/ teams after the October declaration date. Avalon Basketball is not responsible to ‘release’ a player to another team or club. Once a player is registered with a club, they cannot switch clubs after October until the following season.

How does playing time work at Avalon Basketball?

Each age group has different playing time rules. U10 and U12 programs will focus on fair play, which means that all athletes will have an opportunity to participate in the game. U14 and U16 age programs are not fair play, which means that playing time will be based on a competitive rotation.

How do I contact my program coach or the admin team?

To reach out to your program coach, use TeamSnap to find their contact email in the ‘roster’ section. We also recommend cc’ing our admin team (admin@709basketball.com) so we can ensure that all of your questions are answered!

What else do I need to purchase to participate in Avalon Basketball?

It is mandatory for all new players to purchase the Avalon Basketball uniform. It is required for all club league games. Players don’t need a need a new uniform each season, but can purchase bigger sizes should they require them. Coaches will send out an order form at the beginning of each semester.