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WEBA

WEST END BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

Developing Players. Building Character. Competing Together.

West End Basketball Association (WEBA) is a youth basketball organization committed to player development, competitive opportunities, teamwork, discipline, and community. We provide young athletes with an environment where they can improve their basketball skills, increase their basketball IQ, build confidence, and compete against quality programs throughout the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area and beyond.

About WEBA

West End Basketball Association was created to provide youth athletes with structured basketball development and meaningful competitive opportunities. Our focus goes beyond wins and losses. We want every player who participates in WEBA to become a better basketball player, teammate, competitor, and young person.

Our program emphasizes:

Basketball fundamentals
Player development
Basketball IQ
Teamwork
Discipline
Sportsmanship
Accountability
Confidence
Competitive play
Community involvement

Competitive Basketball Program

WEBA offers tryout-based competitive basketball teams for players looking for a higher level of competition.

Program Details

Season

November – March

Practices

Approximately 2 times per week

Games

Primarily played on weekends

Tournament Weekends

Teams may play up to 3 games

Competition

Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area

Travel

At least one tournament outside the Twin Cities metro

Team Selection

Players evaluated through tryouts

Development

Skills, team concepts, IQ, defense, game prep

Final schedules, tournament dates, team expectations, and additional program information will be provided after registration and team placement.

Our Teams

WEBA is committed to providing age-appropriate basketball opportunities that challenge players while helping them continue developing.

Team availability may vary each season based on registration, participation, coaching availability, and player evaluations.

Visit our registration page for current team and grade-level opportunities.

Why Choose WEBA?

Player Development

We teach the fundamentals players need to become more complete basketball players.

Ball handling
Passing
Shooting
Footwork
Defense
Rebounding
Decision-making
Court awareness
Basketball IQ

Positive Coaching

WEBA coaches are expected to teach, motivate, encourage, and hold players accountable.

Clear expectations
Respectful environment
Preparation & improvement
Motivation & encouragement

Competitive Opportunities

Players compete against quality youth basketball programs throughout the metro area.

Perform under pressure
Communicate with teammates
Handle adversity
Compete with confidence
Execute team concepts
Develop strong habits

Teamwork & Discipline

Basketball is a team game. WEBA players learn what it takes to succeed together.

Show up prepared
Be coachable
Support teammates
Communicate
Compete hard
Respect coaches and officials
Put the team first

Character

Lessons learned through basketball carry into school, relationships, leadership, and life.

Responsibility
Work ethic
Resilience
Confidence
Respect
Leadership

Community

WEBA is more than a collection of teams. We build a basketball community.

Players
Coaches
Parents & families
Volunteers
Supporters

Ready to play?

Registration information, available teams, tryout dates, fees, and additional season details are available through the official WEBA website.

WestEndBasketballAssociation.com

Space may be limited by team and grade level, so families are encouraged to register early.

Registration Fees

Registration fees may vary depending on:

Grade level
Team
Tournament schedule
Uniform requirements
League participation
Season expenses

Visit the registration section at WestEndBasketballAssociation.com for current pricing and program information.

Scholarships & Financial Assistance

WEBA believes financial circumstances should not automatically prevent a young athlete from participating in basketball.

Scholarships and financial assistance may be available to qualifying families. Families needing assistance are encouraged to contact us privately to learn more about available options.

Tryouts

Competitive team placement is determined through player evaluations and tryouts.

Players may be evaluated on:

Basketball fundamentals
Ball handling
Shooting
Passing
Defense
Basketball IQ
Effort
Communication
Athleticism
Coachability
Teamwork

Our goal is to create competitive teams while placing players in environments where they have an opportunity to develop and contribute.

Practices

Teams generally practice approximately two times per week during the season.

Practices are designed to combine:

Individual skill development
Team offense
Team defense
Game situations
Conditioning
Basketball IQ
Situational decision-making
Competitive drills

Players are expected to arrive prepared, work hard, listen to coaches, support teammates, and compete throughout practice.

Games & Tournaments

WEBA teams primarily compete on weekends. Teams may participate in:

Community basketball games
League competition
Weekend tournaments
Invitational events
Metro-area competitions
Select travel tournaments

Tournament weekends may include as many as three games. At least one tournament may be scheduled outside the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area.

Coaches

Our coaches play an important role in developing both the player and the person. WEBA coaches are expected to:

Teach basketball fundamentals
Prepare players for competition
Promote teamwork
Communicate with families
Provide constructive feedback
Model sportsmanship
Maintain player accountability
Create a positive competitive environment

Parents & Families

Strong youth programs require strong partnerships with families. WEBA asks parents and guardians to support:

Positive sportsmanship
Consistent attendance
Player accountability
Coaches and teammates
Respect toward officials
Team communication
Appropriate sideline behavior
The overall development of every athlete

We want our gym environment to be competitive, positive, welcoming, and focused on our young athletes.

WEBA Mission

Our mission is to provide young athletes with high-quality basketball development, competitive opportunities, positive coaching, and a strong team environment while building character, discipline, confidence, and community through the game of basketball.

Important Dates

Competitive Registration Deadline: September 11
Competitive Tryouts: September 12

Note: All registration must be completed online.

Ready to Join WEBA?

Become part of a basketball organization focused on development, competition, character, teamwork, and community.

Contact WEBA

Questions about registration, tryouts, teams, coaching, schedules, tournaments, scholarships, sponsorships, or the upcoming season?

West End Basketball Association (WEBA)

info@westendbasketballassociation.com

WestEndBasketballAssociation.com

Go West End! If you have any questions about the competitive program or tryouts, please contact our league coordinator before completing your registration.