Junior Bisons Basketball

 ​​The Junior Bisons Basketball Club offers opportunities to athletes aged 10-18 at all skill levels to enhance their technical skills, tactical knowledge and fitness. JBBC ensures a high-level training experience suitable for both new athletes and those aspiring to advance to post-high school competition.

Programming is led by Bisons basketball head coaches Michele Sung and Kirby Schepp and facilitated by Bisons student-athletes.

Player fees cover Basketball Manitoba registration, facility rentals, Peg City league fees, tournament entry fees, Junior Bisons banquet ticket, coaching honorariums, strength and conditioning (n/a for 2012-2014 boys, 2013-14 girls), equipment/supplies and administration costs.

• This larger fee is payable in one lump sum at the annual parent meeting or can be paid by credit card in a 4 month payment plan (Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec)

Apparel fees cover reversible practice jersey, warm-up t-shirt, team hoodie.

• The full apparel fee is due at the parent meeting in August with credit card as the clothing is ordered and paid for instantly through the online store.

*Apparel package & Game jerseys are the same as last year so not required for returning players/

Reminder: These are estimated costs. Roster size, league prices & tournament entry will impact final costs and will be finalized in August.

Ages:      2008-2014 birth years
Dates:        August 18-22, 2024
Cost:          $40
 

ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS NOW CLOSED. 

NO WALK UP REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED!

Pre-registration is required. No walk ups will be accepted at the door. All tryout fees are non-refundable.

Families play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of young athletes' development. In order to ensure families have all of the information necessary to ensure a successful season for their athlete our leadership team hosts a meeting after tryouts, before the season begins. Here you will meet the coaching staff, complete the team registration process, receive team schedules and complete online apparel orders. 

Date:           Sunday August 25, 2024
Time:          6:00pm
Location:    University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC)

This meeting is a requirement of playing Junior Bisons Club Basketball and all athletes and one parent/guardian must be in attendance.

Boys

Girls

All team seasons run September to May.

• High School teams (2008-2010 boys and girls) will break from December to February for players to compete in the high school basketball season.

All teams will practice twice a week.

• The high school teams will have an additional two strength and conditioning session a week.

Youth teams (2011-2014 boys and girls) will participate in the Peg City Youth Basketball League (Oct. 2023-Mar. 2024)

High School teams will participate in the Peg City Showcase (Sept.-Nov. 2024)

All teams will participate in Spring tournaments

• 2008 Boys-Sioux Falls, Minneapolis, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2009 Boys-Sioux Falls, Minneapolis, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2010 Gold Boys-Grand Forks, Calgary, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2010 Brown Boys-Grand Forks, Minneapolis, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2011 Boys-Grand Forks, Brandon, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2012 Boys-Grand Forks, Brandon, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2013 Boys-Grand Forks, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2014 Boys-Grand Forks, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2009-2010 Girls-Grand Forks, Brandon, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2011-2012 Girls-Grand Forks, Calgary, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
• 2013-2014 Girls-Grand Forks, Junior Bisons, Basketball MB Provincials
   

The Junior Bisons Girls Basketball Club will be running 2 spring elite teams, ages 15U and 17U, that will compete in the Prairie Elite Basketball League across western Canada. Each team in PEBL must be sponsored by an accredited university program.  The league includes junior teams from universities from Calgary, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

March 26 & 27, 2025

8:00-10:00pm

Frank Kennedy Center Gold Gym

University of Manitoba

420 University Cres.

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Practice Schedule

April 6-June 4, 2025

Practices predominantly Mondays & Wednesdays 8:00-10:00pm

Competition Schedule:

April 12-13, 2025 @ Regina

May 3-4, 2025 @ Calgary

May 24-25, 2025 @ Saskatoon 

June 7-8, 2025 @ Edmonton (Championships)

Eric Sung

Ashley Hoitink

Paul Fust

Brooke Fust

Bison Athletes

The House League program is a blend of competition and instruction for boys and girls aged 11-14. Participants learn fundamental basketball skills and compete in a fun and supportive environment. The House League develops individual skills, introduces team play concepts, and enhances the overall fitness levels of the participants.

This program is for individuals interested in learning more about the game, those who have yet to decide on basketball as their primary sport and those seeking additional court time beyond other club commitments.

Programming is developed by Bisons basketball head coaches Michele Sung and Kirby Schepp and facilitated by Bisons student-athletes.

Fall Session

Dates:         Sept 22 - Dec 1, 2024 (no session on Oct 6, 13, 27)
Times:        Sundays 6:00-7:30pm
Number of sessions: 8
Ages:          Boys & Girls ages 11-14
Cost:          $282
Location:   Frank Kennedy Centre-Gold Gym

Winter Session

Dates:         Jan 5 - Mar 9 (no classes Feb 2, 9 & 16)
Times:        Sundays 6:00-7:30pm
Number of sessions: 7
Ages:          Boys & Girls ages 11-14
Cost:          $246
Location:   Frank Kennedy Centre-Gold Gym

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Work with Bisons coaches and Bisons men’s basketball players to develop and improve your skills this summer. This all genders training camp is designed for players with previous community, school or club experience to develop better ball handling, 1 on 1 scoring, shooting fundamentals and decision-making skills through both fundamental teaching breakdowns and various speed repetitions and small aided game environments. 

Ages: 2007-2014 born players

Program dates and time: 

Session 1:    Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (2013-2014 born players)           
Session 2:    Thursdays, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (2011-2012 born players)
Session 3:    Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (2011-2012 born players) 
Session 4:    Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (2011-2012 born players) 
Session 5*:  Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. pm  (2007-2010 born players)

Program size: 

Sessions 1-4:  Maximum of 10 athletes per session
Session 5:       Maximum of 20 athletes will be selected after the tryout

Dates: TBA

Price

Sessions 1-4:  TBA                               
Session 5*: TBA   

*Tryout is required for this program to ensure required skill level

A tryout will be held for session five (2007-2010 born players) to ensure all players meet the required skill level.

Dates: June 17 and 18
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Center -75 Sidney Smith St.
Cost: $20

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Junior Bisons High Performance Basketball focuses on building excellence in competitive basketball. These summer camps are geared towards athletes looking to further their athletic skill development in an intense and challenging environment. Days will include on court training, game play as well as strength and conditioning and sport science sessions.

Programming is led by Bisons basketball head coaches Michele Sung and Kirby Schepp and facilitated by Bisons student-athletes.

Previous basketball experience is required.

Ages: 12-18
Hours/Day: 6 hours/day
Dates: 
Gender ID Male:     TBA
Gender ID Female: TBA
Price: TBA

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Designed by our Bisons head coaches, the Mini Bisons Basketball program allows children to play the game in a focused environment suited to the development of their physical, mental and basketball skills by instituting long-term athlete development (LTAD) modifications to the adult game. With high repetitions and touches, it is player-oriented with the emphasis is on skill development in combination with the teaching and loading of actions. The perfect place to start for any young basketball fan.

Mini Bisons Basketball is part of Mini U.

Ages: 5-7
Hours/Day: 3 Basketball; 3 Rec
Dates: TBA
Price: TBA

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Mini Bisons Basketball II is designed to build on skills learned in Mini Bisons I (but previous basketball experience is not necessary). With program development and coaching by Bisons student-athletes, participants will engage in fun, high quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development.

Mini Bisons Basketball is part of Mini U.

Ages: 8-11
Hours/Day: 3 Basketball; 3 Rec
Dates: TBA
Price: TBA

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