FAQs
Information email sent out every September
Registration starts October 1st and ends October 31st. The cost is $175 per child.
Kindergarten through 6 th grade girls and boys in the Magnolia Texas area are welcome to sign
up. Attending Magnolia schools is not required to play basketball.
Below are the defined divisions in Magnolia Basketball.
Kindergarten – K Division
Division 1 (D1) – 1 st /2 nd graders
Division 2 (D2) – 3 rd /4 th graders
Division 3 (D3) – 5 th /6 th graders
Important information below:
Go to “contact us” send us an email – request add me to your list for regular updates
1. Registration opens Oct 1st thru Oct 31st. http://www.magnoliabasketball.com/
2. We are only accepting online registrations. No registrations will be accepted at Draft
Day.
3. We will do our best to place kids on their respective side of town but there is no
guarantee.
4. We are limiting all divisions to 80 kids. Each year we usually hit the limit in D2 Boys
and D3 Boys.
5. Trophy’s for 1st /2nd place – All Divisions
6. If you are interested in coaching, you will need to register online (no cost). There is
no guarantee that you will be given a team. Once teams are created, I will email the
coaches. There will be a mandatory coach’s meeting for all coaches.
7. Draft Day for D2 and D3 – Skills assessment and draft – all kids placed on a team
8. K and D1 – TBD
Draft Day: A Saturday in November.
9:00am – D3 Boys skills assessment and Draft
10:30am – Mandatory Coaches Meeting – All Divisions
o Coach/Asst. coach - background information required
11:30pm – D2 Girls skills assessment and Draft
12:30pm – D3 Girls skills assessment and Draft
1:30pm - D2 Boys skills assessment and Draft
Practices for all teams start Dec. 5th
Games - Typically start the second Saturday in January and lasts 7 weeks
Frequently asked Questions:
Covid-19:
1. What is the refund policy? We will refund 100% of your money at any time for
any reason until the first game, a pro-rated amount will be determined after the
first game.
2. What precautions are recommended? This is a medical question, please direct
any medical questions to your healthcare professionals.
3. Will you require mask wearing or prevent mask wearing? No
4. Will players be allowed to play if they are sick? Just like with any other illness,
we ask parents to use good judgement and keep players, parents and children
home if they are sick.
Parents FAQ:
1. If I have multiple children in the same division, will they be on the same team?
Siblings in the same division are automatically on the same team unless you
request otherwise. If you have multiple children with different last names, please
request the same team in the notes.
2. What if I am unable to make the draft? Your child will be randomly placed on a
team.
3. Where are the practices and games? Practices are at Magnolia Area Elementary
and 6th grade campuses. Each coach will select the school and night/time for
practice, so I will not know this information before the middle of November. The
games are on Saturdays and alternate between Bear Branch & Magnolia JR
Highs.
4. When are the practices and game? Practices are one night per week Monday to
Thursday for 1.5 hours, either 5:30pm to 7:00pm or 7:00pm to 8:30pm for K, D1
and D2. D3 has two practices per week for 1.5 hours. Games are Saturdays,
each game takes one hour, games start at 8:00am and run to about 4:00pm. We
start with kindergarten at 8:00am.
5. What if my child doesn’t attend Magnolia schools? Many children play in the
league from surrounding areas.
6. What ages/grades play in this league? We have Kindergarten through 6th
graders play in Magnolia Basketball. Typically, Kindergarten and D1 are co-ed,
D2 and D3 have a separate division for boys and girls. If we have enough 1st and
2nd grade girls, then D1 girls stands alone as a division.
7. My child was held back or skipped a grade, which division can he/she register
under? Please contact me with specific information, we follow AAU rules for
ages when these situations arise.
8. My child is big for his age, or very talented and I would like him/her to play up a
division, is that possible? We have kids play up a division for several reasons,
please contact me to discuss your situation.
9. How many kids per team? It varies, but we typically have 7 to 9 players per
team. It really depends on how many kids sign up and the number of teams in a
division. Occasionally we have teams with 6 or even 10 players, but we try to
avoid that if possible.
10. How will my child perform when it’s his/her first year to play? This is a
developmental league, we have rules on playtime as well as rules that encourage
the basics of the game, especially with the younger players. That said, we have
many kids every year that have never played basketball before and others with
several years of experience.
Coaches FAQ:
11. How do I register as a coach? To register as a coach, look for the coach’s
“division” with the rest of the players registration. Everyone that wishes to coach
needs to fill out the registration details. If you are looking to be an assistant
coach, please put whom you wish to coach with in the notes.
12. If I coach a team, are my kids automatically on my team? Yes
13. Can I bring a team of kids to Magnolia Basketball that remains together? No, we
are not setup for this, we suggest Alodia in Tomball or The Woodlands for this
type of play.
14. I coach every year; do I still need to attend a coach’s meeting? Yes, we are
required to run a background check each year on coach’s and assistance
coaches.
15. How do I get access to the gym? In most of the schools, the gym is access from
the back parking lot, many through the cafeteria. There should be someone to
open the door for you, the gyms are reserved. I suggest you get to know the
custodian and let them know when you practice.
16. Do I provide balls for my players? No, each child is expected to bring a
basketball to practice. If this becomes a problem, please let the board know so
we can work a solution for you.
17. When do we start practicing? Refer to the website and/or specific emails
addressing schedules.
18. What size do we use? Please refer to the rules on the website for complete
information.
19. For Kindergarten and D1, are the goals lowered for practice, or do I arrange it
with the school? The schools are well aware that we have the gyms reserved and
need to lower the goals. A tool should be available for you to lower the goals, but
you may need to ask the custodian to provide it from a closet. Typically, they will
learn when practices happen and make sure the tool is available. Please expect
to lower and raise the goal for you practice.
20. We don’t have kids playing anymore, but enjoy coaching, can we still coach a
team? Yes, absolutely.
Photography Release
Acknowledgements/Release:
I hereby authorize Magnolia Basketball Association, hereafter referred to as “Company or MBA,” to publish photographs of myself and/or the minor child or children, and our names and likenesses, for use in the MBA’s print, online and video-based marketing materials, as well as other Company publications.
I hereby release and hold harmless MBA from any reasonable expectation of privacy or confidentiality for myself and for the minor child and children listed below associated with the images specified above. Further, I attest that I am the parent or legal guardian of the child or children listed below and that I have full authority to consent and authorize MBA to use their likenesses and names.
I further acknowledge that participation is voluntary and that neither I, the minor child, or minor children will receive financial compensation of any type associated with the taking or publication of these photographs or participation in company marketing materials or other Company publications. I acknowledge and agree that publication of said photos confers no rights of ownership or royalties whatsoever.
I hereby release MBA, its contractors, its employees and any third parties involved in the creation or publication of Company publications, from liability for any claims by me or any third party in connection with my participation or the participation of the minor children listed below.
My Rights:
I hereby retain the right to at any time request that MBA terminate any further use of photographs of myself and/or the minor child or children, and our names and likenesses and/or remove (within reason) any images/media currently in use.
Policy Change:
I hereby acknowledge that the terms of this policy may be updated by MBA and posted to magnoliabasketball.com/photography-release.html at any time without notice.
By-Laws
Approved: 1/05/15
Updates:
Constitution and By-Laws
I. Name
This association shall be called Magnolia Basketball Association (ie: MBA)
II. Purpose
Fiscal year - September 1st Through August 31st
The purpose of the organization is to offer amateur sports programs through a volunteer base for all people; to promote good sportsmanship and good citizenship; to conduct programs that provide for, enhance and strengthen participation and competition for amateur athletes; to work with other sports organizations to benefit amateur athletes.
The organization is formed exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
The organization shall not conduct directly or indirectly any gaming. The term gaming includes: Bingo, Beano, lotteries, pull-tabs pari-mutuel betting, Calcutta wagering, pickle jars, punch boards, tip boards, tip jars, certain video games, casino games, sports betting, etc.
Principal(s) of this Organization shall be responsible for all aspects of this organization, including by not limited to: all sports activities, volunteers, staffing, training and leadership, fundraising, compliance with all filing requirements, state and federal laws and regulations, all local ordinances, the AAU Code and Policy Statements, and all amendments thereto.
III. Registration
Registration is for children and parent coaches that live in the Magnolia Area. This may include surrounding areas but will be grouped with Magnolia area players. To be a coach you must have a child registered within Magnolia Basketball Association.
Voting Members
Executive Board Members of Magnolia Basketball Association shall have voting rights, during their term of service. Board Members can participate in voting but there must be an Executive Board vote to allow it. It must be a 3/4 vote and if there’s a tie vote (2/2) the President has the final vote.
Non-Voting Members
All parents of basketball players, playing in any of the programs of Magnolia Basketball Association shall be non-voting members.
IV. Governing Body
The Board shall govern and administer the day-to-day operation of the association within the scope of the By-Laws and the policy guidelines set by the Board. The Board shall set policy guidelines, and make amendments to the Constitution and By-Laws.
Amendments
Once adopted, this Constitution and By-Law document, shall only be amended by a 3/4 vote and voting at Board meetings.
BY-LAWS
PURPOSE
- The purpose, for which Magnolia Basketball Association formed, is to foster, encourage and promote the playing of the sport of basketball for the children in the Magnolia, TX area. This will be done through various means in order to develop and promote the qualities of physical fitness, competitive spirit, and team play. This organization was formed in order to develop and encourage stronger basketball programs in our area.
CLUB VALUES
- Besides teaching young athletes basketball, the club tries to promote strong values. Our core values are:
- Excellence is always doing your best and striving to make your best better; therefore, always have the expectation of achieving excellence for yourself and your team.
- Hard work and dedication is the path to individual success.
- Teamwork and cooperation is the path to group success.
- Do not compromise your values for temporary gain.
- No individual is bigger than the team.
We try to teach these values through example and reinforcement as we build and operate our program.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
- The Executive Board shall consist of four elected positions and supporting board members. The elected positions will include: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. There will be a two year term for each of these positions with the understanding that the Vice President will succeed the President after two years. If for any reason the elected member cannot complete a two year term, the Executive Board will appoint a replacement.
- The day-to-day business of Magnolia Basketball Association shall be managed by the Executive Board.
- Any request for change that requires a financial decision must be voted on by the Executive Board. It will require a 3/4 vote to be accepted.
- Meetings of the Executive Board will be called on a monthly basis 3 month before the season starts. After the season starts, meetings will be called when needed.
- Where there are insufficient items to hold a meeting, the President may poll by email to all the members of the Executive Board to obtain their vote and notify all Executive Board members of the vote decision prior to the next meeting.
- In the event of a vacancy in any of the elected offices through resignation or other causes, the Executive Board, by a majority vote may fill such a vacancy for the unexpired portion of the term.
- If a member has missed three consecutive meetings and has not been involved in board activities/responsibilities held within the three month time frame without contacting another member to explain absence, a letter will be sent notifying him/her of membership revoke and board replacement at the following meeting unless the absent member is present at that meeting.
GENERAL
- No officer or other voting member of this association shall receive any fee for activities concerned with his or her official office in Magnolia Basketball Association.
- Payment for any personal expenses must be approved by 2 Executive Board Members.
- Any Executive Board member has the authority to spend $50 without the approval of the Board for an item which promotes the purpose of Magnolia Basketball Association.
- All checks must have 2 signatures from the Executive Board.
- All purchase over $50 must receive approval from 2 Executive Board Members.
ELECTED OFFICERS DUTIES
President
- Call to order business meetings of the Executive Board.
- Functions as tie-breaking vote when vote does not meet 3/4 majority.
- Serves as supportive resource for all board members.
Vice-President
- In the absence of the President, shall be acting President.
- Shall perform other such duties as from time to time may be assigned by the President or the Executive Board.
- Serves as supportive resource for all board members.
Treasurer
- Collects and disburses funds as operational necessity dictates.
- Manages bank accounts as necessary.
- Keeps records of receipts and expenditures of Magnolia Basketball Association
- Renders a statement of financial condition at business meetings.
- Responsible for doing the taxes at the end of every year.
Secretary
- Notifies the Executive Board of business meetings
- Coordinates and maintains all association correspondence within and outside the association.
- Records minutes of all meetings.
- Assists the President in his/her duties.
Board Members
- Supporting board members will be voted in by the Executive Board. It will require a 3/4 vote.
- Task will be assigned to Board members (Web Development/ Concessions/ Uniform orders/ players gifts, etc)
- Will assist in the day to day activities for Magnolia Basketball Association
Board Members
2nd Vice President - David Scott