CORE Hoops Basketball

MBA CORE Hoops

Play Hard. Play Smart. Play Together

CORE Hoops is MBA’s home for youth basketball, offering year-round opportunities for boys who love the game. Our programs are designed to build confidence, strengthen skills, and teach the values that make athletes successful both on and off the court. At CORE Hoops, we emphasize hard work, commitment, sportsmanship, respect, and honesty—all while fostering a lifelong love of basketball.

Personal & Small Group Training (Boys 2nd-8th grade)

Personal Training
Fundamentals are the foundation of every player’s game. Our one-on-one sessions build confidence and sharpen individual skills. For advanced players, training is tailored to position-specific development—focusing on motor function, multitasking, reaction time, and skills unique to your role. Each session is customized to your level and goals. Register
Small Group Training
Train with friends in a small group setting designed to push your skills while fostering teamwork. Sessions cover key areas such as: Ball handling Shooting Defense & footwork Speed training Post moves Dribble & drive Finishing at the rim Group training balances individual skill-building with team concepts—helping boys grow as complete players while learning the value of a team mindset. Register

Personal Training

Fundamentals are the foundation of every player’s game.
Our one-on-one sessions build confidence and sharpen individual skills. For advanced players, training is tailored to position-specific development—focusing on motor function, multitasking, reaction time, and skills unique to your role. Each session is customized to your level and goals.

Register

Small Group Training

Train with friends in a small group setting designed to push your skills while fostering teamwork. Sessions cover key areas such as:

Ball handling
Shooting
Defense & footwork
Speed training
Post moves
Dribble & drive
Finishing at the rim

Group training balances individual skill-building with team concepts—helping boys grow as complete players while learning the value of a team mindset.

Register

Winter League (Boys K-8th grade)

CORE Hoops Winter Basketball League welcomes boys from Kindergarten through 8th grade to develop their skills, compete, and have fun on the court. Younger players in Pre-K are also encouraged to join and will be placed within the Kindergarten division.

Season Dates/Schedules
Games played on Saturdays at MBA, beginning at 8:00 a.m.: December 6, 13 January 3, 10 (No games January 17- MLK Weekend) ***** Weather Cancellations: January 24, 31 - Rescheduled dates in February February 7, 21 (No games February 14 - Presidents Day Weekend) *** Games also February 8 due to weather cancellations End-of-Season Tournament: Week of February 23-28 * Games held on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday *CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULES AND POSTSEASON BRACKETS*
Format
K–1st grade: 3v3 2nd–8th grade: 5v5
Team Fees
K–1st grade: $1,000 (covers 7 players) 2nd–8th grade: $1,250 (covers 10 players) Additional players register individually.
Individual Fees
K–1st grade: $150 2nd–8th grade: $160 Fees include reversible jersey, regular season, and tournament play.
Practices
Team practices are not included, but coaches may reserve discounted practice space: Sundays only (to avoid MBA basketball conflicts) $25 per one-hour session on a half court Practice requests can be made during registration
Refund Policy
100% refund before registration closes 50% refund until the week before league begins No refunds after games start Full refund if MBA cannot place a player or form a division

Middle School Tournament (March 20-22)

Partnered with PrepHoops and Make5, Ballin' in the Music City will be coming to MBA! Compete against talented teams from across the region in one of the most anticipated and competitive middle school events of the year.

Friday night will feature showcase-style games followed by tournament play Saturday and Sunday. All teams are guaranteed three games with the winning team receiving a pair of custom unifroms to commemorate their championship! On top of it all, the event will feature media coverage to amplify your athlete's exposure and provide real-time content for families, programs and scouts to evaluate talent and spotlight standout performers.

For more information and to register, click here.

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