Club Basketball

Mass Premier Courts Club Basketball Program:

Last Updated July 2024

Frequently asked questions

Try Outs

Q: Which team should my son try out for?

A: It is grade based league, the current grade your child is in.

Q: What if my child cannot make all of the try outs?

A: You can contact Basketball@masspremiercourts.com and they can help see if another date/time will work to be evaluated.

Q: How are coaches selected?

A: If we have multiple candidates for a certain age group interviews will be held.

Background checks are done on all coaches including CORI and SORI checks.

For the youngest age groups our main goal is to obtain positive role models with basketball knowledge, as players get older we look for positive role models that are more intense and will motivate and push

the players to be the best they can be.

Q: How do you evaluate players to ensure each player gets a fair try out?

A: Players are put through basic basketball drills to evaluate the skills of

shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, and defense.

Q: What type of experience should a player have before trying out for a

Mass Premier Team?

A: Players can have wide variety of basketball experience. It is important to remember because we are drawing from multiple communities. Club is more competitive than most town travel teams.

Q: My child plays another sport (Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse, Football

etc.) – would they be able to play Club Basketball also?

A: Yes they can still play Club basketball. Practices are held in the evenings between 6:00pm-9:00pm and games are on weekends. Each coach has a different policy on practice and game attendance. It is important to let the coach know beforehand if you are unable to attend a practice or game. It is also important to keep in mind that players who are unable to attend practice will also miss out on understanding what was covered in practice (ex: a particular play). This is important to understand because it could affect playing time.

Q: What is the difference between the Team leagues you run and the Club Program?

A: The Club program is much more competitive than the Team League because it involves players from different communities playing on the same team resulting in a better talent pool. The Team League will consist of teams from one town that register together playing teams from other towns.

Q: How does tryout registration work?

A: You must register for tryouts online in advance. The fee for registering online at least a day in advance is $45.00. NO walk in registration. Registrations must be completed at least 1 hour before the start of the tryout.

Team Selection

Q: How will the players be selected?

A: Through the tryout process players will be evaluated on their basketball skills, knowledge, athleticism, and attitude. Coaches and evaluators will weigh all these factors in selecting team members.

Q: If my child did not play for a Mass Premier Team last year would they still be able to make a team this year?

A: Yes, they will be given a fair opportunity to make the team. Most players that made a team last year will likely make a team again, however it is important to remember that each year new players and potentially new talent will be trying out. Every player trying out will be given a fair chance.

Q: If I don't make a team, do I get my tryout fee back?

A: Refunds will not be given to players who do not make the team. The fee is for the opportunity to try out for the team.

Q: Who selects which players make a team?

A: Evaluators are assigned to each court to evaluate all players trying out for the team. Head coach, assistant coaches and evaluators will select teams.

Q: My child was cut, and I believe my son or daughter was a better player than players who did make the team.

A: Deciding who makes each team is not an exact science. Each evaluator/coach will do their best to identify the top players. It is important to remember that all teams need different kinds of players to be successful.

Q: My son or daughter is very upset over not making a team; what should I say to him or her?

A: We understand that getting cut from a team is a heartbreaking experience for any child. It is important that you explain to your child that if they gave their best effort that is what is important. Many good players have been cut at one time or another, Michael Jordan was once cut from his high school team. Players should evaluate the areas that they need improvement in and work at those particular areas. We created the Developmental League to help players improve for the following year.

Q: How many teams per age bracket will there be?

A: Most age brackets will have one to three teams depending on the number of coaches and players at each level. The number of teams at each age level will vary depending on the number of potential players and coaches prior to tryouts.

When you have been selected for a Team

Q: How many times a week do teams practice?

A: Teams will practice one or two times per week depending on the coach.

Q: Are players required to attend all practices?

A: Each coach will determine this for their team.

Q: How much travel is required to play Club?

A: Most tournaments will be within one hour of driving distance from Mass Premier Courts. Not every team will play in every tournament, but most teams play in many of our own tournaments. The number of tournaments each team plays in and the location of the tournaments really depends on the coach. If a team qualifies for the State Tournament or National Championship, then travel may become much more extensive.

Q: How does Club Basketball compare to travel team basketball?

A: Participation in the Mass Premier Club Basketball program is an elevated level of competition from travel basketball. Teams are comprised of the best players from a variety of towns making competition much tougher.

Q: If I am selected to a team do I have to participate?

A: If selected to a team it is an option to decline your spot on the team. Club is a commitment so please be sure that you are going to be able to make a commitment when you are trying out. You will be asked for a deposit to secure your spot on the team shortly after the tryout.

Q: Do I have to play in all the games?

A: No, you are not required to play in all games although your team fee will remain the same.

Q: How long is the Club season?

A: The Club season runs from March until mid June (Spring) and September –November (Fall). If your team qualifies for the National or plays in additional tournaments then the season may be extended.