Boys Basketball
Our program serves boys in grades 3-8 who attend school or reside in the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District.
Players in 3rd and 4th grade are placed on balanced teams to ensure equal skill levels across teams.
For 5th, 6th 7th, and 8th grade, players will be evaluated at try-outs on Saturday, September 19th and assigned to either an ‘A’, ‘B’, or 'C' team, based on skill level and performance during the evaluations.
REGISTRATION & UNIFORM FEES
Base Registration Fee
- Grades 3–4: $185.00
- Grades 5–8: $235.00
This fee covers tournament registration fees, gym rentals, and other costs associated with running the youth basketball program.
Uniform Fees
All players must wear a full SRRYBO uniform, including the SRRYBO jersey and matching shorts. This is not optional.
- Jersey: $42.00 (registration price) / $54.50 (after the registration window closes)
- Shorts: $37.00 (registration price) / $46.50 (after the registration window closes)
New SRRYBO Players (including all 3rd graders): A full uniform purchase is required at the time of registration. No exceptions — new players will not be able to register without purchasing a complete uniform.
Returning SRRYBO Players: You'll have the option to purchase a new jersey or shorts during registration, but it's not required if your player's uniform from the 2025-2026 season still fits.
Payment plans are available for all age levels through the registration portal.
Practices
Practices take place at schools within the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District, with teams rotating through different gym locations throughout the season.
Schedules—including specific days, times, and locations—are determined based on gym availability and may vary week to week. The school district typically confirms gym space about two weeks in advance.
Most teams will practice twice per week. However, during the school basketball season, 7th and 8th grade teams will typically practice once per week to accommodate their school commitments.
Practice sessions will be held from 6:00–7:30 PM or 7:30–9:00 PM, with older teams generally assigned the later time slot.
Games/Tournaments
Grades 3-4 will compete in the Becker League and participate in two (2) tournaments.
Grades 5-8 will take part in six (6) tournaments.
All teams have the option to participate in additional tournaments; however, any extra costs will be split among the team members.
Extra Costs
Additional costs beyond the initial registration and uniform fees may apply for any optional tournaments or extra practices the team chooses to participate in.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for players with demonstrated financial need. To request scholarship assistance, please complete the online Scholarship Application form.
A member of the SRRYBO Board will reach out to you with a decision on your application within 2 weeks of submission.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at srrybo47@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What equipment does my child need?
- Shoes - Basketball shoes are required for all players to ensure safety and proper support on the court. They can be regular tennis shoes but must be different from the player's everyday street shoes to help keep the gym floor clean and safe.
- Water Bottle - Players are encouraged to bring their own water bottle; however, there are drinking fountains near most gyms if needed.
- Basketball - Players are welcome to, but are not required to bring their own basketball to practices.
- Boys:
- Size 5 (27.5") – For players in 3rd-4th Grade
- Size 6 (28.5") – For players in 5th-6th Grade (regulation women's size)
- Size 7 (29.5") – For players in 7th-8th Grade (regulation men's size)
2. How many tournaments will my child play?
Tournament participation depends on grade level. Please refer to the Games/Tournaments section above for details specific to each grade.
3. Refund Policy
- Grades 3-4
- Refunds are available, subject to a $25 processing fee, up until the first official practice date.
- After the first official practice date, players are no longer eligible for a refund of registration fees.
- Grades 5-8
- Refunds are available, subject to a $25 processing fee, up until the evaluation date for players in grades 5-8.
- After a player has participated in evaluations, they are no longer eligible for a refund of registration fees.
- Exceptions for a major life event may be considered at the Board’s discretion.
2026-2027
Season Overview
The SRRYBO basketball season will run from mid-October 2026 (beginning the week of 10/19) through early March 2027.
Parent Meeting & Jersey Information
A parent and player meeting will be held on Sunday, August 30th, 2026. Uniform sizing will be available at the meeting, and uniforms will be distributed at practice in the beginning of November.
Note:
–All new SRRYBO players must purchase a full uniform - jersey and shorts - for the 2026–2027 season during registration.
– Returning SRRYBO players will have the option of reusing their jersey and/or shorts from last year or purchasing a new jersey and/or shorts if needed.
Volunteer Requirement
One, 3-hour, volunteer shift per family, per season is required.
In lieu of completing volunteer hours, a buy-out option of $150 will be made available at the time of registration, but families are strongly encouraged to volunteer for one tournament shift or fundraising event to help promote and sustain the program.
League Play
3rd & 4th grade teams will participate in the Becker League, with game dates as follows:
December 5, 2026
December 12, 2026
January 9, 2027
January 16, 2027
Evaluations & Team Formation
Evaluations for 5th–8th grade players will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, contingent on sufficient registration numbers.
3rd–4th grade players will be evaluated during the first two weeks of practice and then divided into equally skilled teams to support balanced development and competition.
Refund Policy
Grades 3-4
-Refunds are available, subject to a $25 processing fee, up until the first official practice date.
-After the first official practice date, players are no longer eligible for a refund of registration fees.
Grades 5-8
-Refunds are available, subject to a $25 processing fee, up until the evaluation date for players in grades 5-8.
-After a player has participated in evaluations, they are no longer eligible for a refund of registration fees.
Exceptions for a major life event may be considered at the Board’s discretion.
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