Skills Night Schedule with Coach Ryan below.
Location: Horizon Gym 1, Enter through Door E22 on the South Side of the building
**Athletes must bring a Basketball**
Schedule:
Information on Coach Ryan:
Bio: Ryan is a graduate of Pelican Rapids high school and Southwest Minnesota State University. More recently he played professionally in Europe for teams in Bosnia and Spain. HighSchool Stats: 3 time all conference and conference MVP his senior year. 1,789 career points, holds school record for 737 career assists, has school career record for shooting 43% from the 3 point range, and averaged 27 points per game his senior year are just a few of his HS basketball highlights. SMSU Stats: Started every game in 4 year career, 2x all-region and 2x All-American honoree. Finished career ranking 1st in team history in: points, FG made, FG attempted, free throws made, free throw attempts, free throw percentage, assists , assists per game, steals and tied for 1st in games played.
MOORHEAD BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
Moorhead Basketball Association (MBA) is a community-based organization for kids 3rd through 8th grade (plus pre-K to 2 for Mini-Hoopers) to participate in competitive basketball and learn skills + fundamentals. This is a fun opportunity for the youth in Moorhead to learn the sport of basketball, as well as learn the value of teamwork and good sportsmanship.
MBA Fees:
- 3rd and 4th grade $225 for full Metro league schedule and/or tournaments.
- 5th and 6th grade $250 for full Metro league schedule and/or tournaments.
- 7th and 8th grade $200 for 4 travel tournaments.
- Scholarships are available. (Minimum fee is $50)
- Picture dates and order forms will be handed out at a practice in October.
2024/2025 Season Tryout Schedule
Location: Horizon Middle School
Dates: September 21st & 28th (players should be at both tryouts)
Boys:
3rd Grade 2:00-3:00pm
7th Grade 3:00-4:00pm
8th Grade 4:00-5:00pm
4th Grade 5:00-6:00pm
5th Grade 6:00-7:00pm
6th Grade 7:00-8:00pm
Girls:
3rd Grade 2:00-3:00pm
5th Grade 3:00-4:00pm
4th Grade 4:00-5:00pm
6th Grade 5:00-6:00pm
7th Grade - During school basketball tryouts - Week of 10/21/24
8th Grade - During school basketball tryouts - Week of 10/21/24
Mini-Hoopers:
Mini-Hoopers is a fun time for boys and girls starting in grades Pre-K to 2nd grade. It will be held in the Moorhead Horizon West Gymnasium.
Cost: $25
Dates: Saturday January 18th, 25th, February 8th, and 15th
Times:
PreK- Kindergarten: 8:30am - 9:15am
1st -2nd 9:30am - 10:30am
- Members of the boys & girls Spud basketball teams will be in attendance to teach the game of basketball and interact with your son or daughter.
- Each session will consist of fundamental skill development and fun basketball drills/contests.
- Each player will receive a t-shirt for participating.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Updates to 7th and 8th grade boys structure.
See more detail here.
Scholarship Application and REgistration
Scholarship applications available for grades 3rd-8th for families in need. Please see the below application for more detailed information. The application must be printed and mailed with minimum payment.
Interested in Coaching MBA?
If you are interested in coaching please complete the online registration form below which includes a background check. As a volunteer position, the MBA wants to thank you in advance for taking your time to help our Moorhead youth learn about the benefits and values of being part of a team and a learning the game of basketball.
Coaches' Online Registration
A mandatory coaches meeting will be held following the parent meeting at the kickoff of the season.
MBA REGISTRATION
Register Online Here
Scholarships available ($50 min player payment) - reach out to moorheadyouthbasketball@gmail.com for more information.
Metro League
2023 Grade State Champs
Mission Statement
The mission of the Moorhead Basketball Association is to expand basketball opportunities for the Moorhead area youth.
Overview
The MBA is the official league of the Moorhead Spuds Basketball Program. If your player wants to be a better basketball player, the MBA is for them.
Facts
The MBA is for boys and girls PreK - 8th grade with tournaments in & outside the FM Area. There are 2 practices per week with games played on Saturdays (and Sundays).