The TYBA offers a recreational basketball experience to players in grades 3-12.  All interested players in these grades are welcome to participate.  There are no “bench warmers” in the program, as every player plays at least half of every game.  This program is designed to provide the basic skills and understanding to play basketball, as well as to have FUN, in a positive sports environment.

Players in grades 4-8 with above average skills are encouraged to try-out for our Competitive Basketball teams.  Players in High School with above average skills are also encouraged to try-out for the TuHS programs.

We encourage all parents, coaches, relatives, and players to take a positive approach to the game of basketball and to assist each organization in helping to develop basic fundamental basketball skills. We will encourage and support quality coaching, teaching the highest principles of sportsmanship and fair play, and ensuring an overall positive experience for all participants.

This league will utilize the National Federation of State High School Association’s (NFHSA) rules with modifications made for grade levels. There are some unique rules, especially at the younger grades, in order to make the game age appropriate and to promote a recreational and developmental game of basketball. There will be strict adherence to the principles of good sportsmanship and fair play. Coaches are directed to ensure that each player has fun, without necessarily emphasizing winning.

The rules of good sportsmanship extend to all players, coaches, and supporters. This league has adopted a zero-tolerance policy of verbal or physical abuse. The referee, coach, or TYBA Board member(s) monitoring the game or practice may eject any player, coach, or spectator not complying with this policy at any time. 

Remember: keep the fun in the game!  It’s all for our kids.

GO WOLVES!