Junior Bisons Basketball

This program welcomes all skill levels, from beginners to those refining fundamentals.

Our Junior Bisons girls youth league is designed to build confidence, skills and a love for the game in a fun and supportive environment. Each session features 20 minutes of focused skill development followed by 40 minutes of 3 vs 3/4 vs 4 game play, giving athletes the perfect balance of learning and competition. To support development, players use lower nets, size 5 basketballs, helping them learn correct shooting form and ball control.  

Programming is led by Bisons basketball head coach Michele Sung and facilitated by Bisons student-athletes.

Registration opens Feb. 4

Dates: Sundays - May 3 - June 28, 2026
Cost: $171
Location: Frank Kennedy Gold Gym

Ages: 5 - 7  
Times: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

Ages: 8 - 11 
Times: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

* Each athlete is encouraged to choose the program that best aligns with their identity and where they feel most comfortable. All are welcome.

Junior Bisons high performance basketball camps are designed for competitive athletes to build excellence on the court through high-quality, developmentally appropriate coaching. As part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development, these camps provide an intense and challenging environment tailored for those looking to elevate their skill set. Each day includes on-court training, gameplay, alongside specialized 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.

Registration opens Feb. 11

Investors Group Athletic Centre will be closed for renovations from June - September 2026. Programs will be relocated to additional gyms on campus.  For more information please visit the service disruptions page. 

Ages: As below
Hours/Day: 6 hours/day
Dates: Summer 2026

Gender ID Male*:
Week 6 - Aug. 10 - 14 (ages 12-18)

Gender ID Female*:
Week 6 - Aug. 10 - 14 (ages 12-18)

* Each athlete is encouraged to choose the program that best aligns with their identity and where they feel most comfortable. All are welcome.

Price: $469

Level Uo is designed for athletes to elevate their game with Bisons summer skills training. Athletes get the opportunity to work with Bisons basketball coaches and Bisons men’s basketball student-athletes to develop better ball handling, 1-on-1 scoring skills, shooting fundamentals and decision-making skills. 

The program includes fundamental teaching breakdowns alongside game-speed repetitions in 1-on-1 and small-sided game environments to keep athletes highly engaged.

Registration opens Feb. 11

Dates: July 7 - 30, 2026

Schedule: 

Session 1: Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (2015-2016 born players)   
Session 2: Thursdays, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (2013-2014 born players)
Session 3: Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (2013-2014 born players) 
Session 4: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (2013-2014 born players) 
Session 5: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (2009-2012 born players)

Program size: 

Sessions 1-4: Maximum of 10 athletes per session
Session 5: Maximum of 20 athletes will be selected after the tryouts on June 15 and 16

Ages: 2009-2016 born players, all genders.

Cost:

Sessions 1-4:  $108
Session 5*: $216                             

*Pre-evaluation/Tryout is required for this program to ensure neccassary skill level. Try out is $20 and will take place June 15 & 16 in Frank Kennedy Gold and Brown Gyms. 

A pre-evaluation/tryout will be held for session five (2009-2012 born players) to ensure all players meet the required skill level.

Dates: June 15 and 16
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: University of Manitoba, Frank Kennedy Centre
Cost: $40 

Developed by the Bisons' strength and conditioning coaches, this dynamic program takes a structured approach to athlete development. Focusing on the traits like speed, power, agility and coordination can help make your young athlete an exciting 'game changer' in their sport of choice.

Training sessions will include exercises and equipment focusing on sprinting, jumping, throwing and change of direction skills. These techniques will help develop athletes of all levels and across all sports, improving performance and reducing the chance of injury.
 
This program is designed to complement your athlete's existing sport schedule, including practice and game days, without compromising their energy or performance. 

Next registration opportunity: Fall 2026

Dates: Mondays 
Times: 7:35 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.
Number of sessions: 9
Ages: 10 - 14
Cost: TBD
Location: Max Bell Fieldhouse

Dates: Sundays 
Times: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Number of sessions: 8
Ages: 10 - 14
Cost: TBD
Location: Max Bell Fieldhouse 

​​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. This program 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 is faciltated by club coaches.

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.

Youth teams (2011-2014 boys and girls) participate in the Peg City Youth Basketball League.

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

All teams will participate in spring tournaments. While we are still working to plan the 2025-26 tournaments schedule for each team, the tournaments attended last season were:

• 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 following will provide you with estimated fees so that you can plan for the upcoming club season: 

Fees are be broken into two areas: 

Player fees*

• Basketball Manitoba registration & Facility rentals
• Peg City league fees
• Tournament entry fees
• Junior Bisons banquet ticket
• Coaching honorariums
• Equipment/supplies
• 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 3, Oct 3, Nov 3, Dec 3) 

Apparel fees**

• Reversible practice jersey
• Warm-up t-shirt
• Tea, 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. 

Fee estimates by age category

Reminder: These are estimated costs. 

Roster size, league prices and tournament entry will impact final costs and will be finalized in August.

By accepting a position on one of our teams and paying your above player fees you are entitled to train and practice as a Junior Bisons athlete.  Playing time however, is earned and is based on many factors including attendance, work ethic, attitude and game preparedness. 

Tryouts will take place August 15 and 16, 2026. See below for dates and times for each age group. 

Registration opens Feb. 11

Ages:  2009-2015 birth years
Dates: August 15 & 16, 2026
Cost: $30 (includes both dates)
Location: See below.

Pre-registration is required. No walk-ups will be accepted at the door. All tryout fees are non-refundable. Athletes should plan to attend both tryout days for their age group.
 

Registration opens Feb 11 at noon.

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: TBD 
Time: TBD
Location: TBD

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

Junior Bisons club programs are committed to selecting trained, qualified coaches and assistant coaches who share the club's philosophy. 

Please see below for a list of coaching staff for the 2026-2027 club basketball season. 

Boys

Girls

The Junior Bisons girls basketball club runs three spring elite teams, ages 13U, 15U and 17U, that 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 in Calgary, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Next opportunity: Spring 2027

Practice schedule

April -June, 2026

Competition schedule: TBA

Tryouts completed for the 2026 season

Eric Sung

Sarah Lundgren

Ashley Hoitink

Paul Fust

Jon Lundgren

Katrina Rogan

Breanne Scott

Michele Sung

Bisons student-athletes