Core Hoops Basketball | Youth Sports Leagues | Montgomery Bell Academy

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 (for 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. 

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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.

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Winter League - (for 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

Games played on Saturdays at MBA, beginning at 8:00 a.m.:

  • December 6, 13
  • January 3, 10, 24, 31 (No games January 17- MLK Weekend)
  • February (No games February 14 - Presidents Day Weekend)
  • End-of-Season Tournament: February 21-22
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

 



Registration Closed for Winter League 2026 
   

FAQs & Rules
FAQs 3vs3 Rules 5v5 Rules

 



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Contact
Jamie O’Neal
Director of Basketball Operations
core.hoops@montgomerybell.edu

 

Young boys playing basketball