WGBA Program Comparison
Our travel and recreation basketball programs both offer skill development, team building, opportunity to compete, and having fun! The travel program is for girls interested in an increased level of play, competition, and dedication. Travel players are committed to two mandatory practices a week and will play in at least ten tournaments during the season. The rec program is less of a time commitment and may be a better entry point for girls newer to basketball or wanting to balance playing multiple sports in the same season.
2024-2025 REGISTRATION CLOSES ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH!
| Program | Travel | Rec |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 3rd grade: $500 4th-8th grade: $580 | 2nd-3rd grade: $310 4th-12th grade: $220 |
| Registration Period | August 1st thru September 8th | 2nd-8th grade: August 1st thru September 8th 9th-12th grade: will remain open until WHS tryouts are complete |
| Player Evaluation | Three 2-hour evaluations by WGBA, WBBA, and independent coaches | 2nd-3rd graders will attend at least one open gym noted in registration to inform team placement; no evals for 4th-12th graders |
| Player Placement | Girls are placed on teams based on the evaluation results and team composition needs | Anyone can play |
| Players per Team | 8-10 based on numbers and evaluation results | 8-10 based on number of participants |
| Length of Season | October thru early March | 2nd-3rd grade: October thru mid-January 4th-8th grade: October thru end of February 9th-12th grade: December thru mid-March |
| League Games | None | 2nd-8th grade: one game a week on Saturdays 9th-12th grade: one game a week on Sundays |
| Number of Tournaments | 7 tournaments for 3rd grade teams, 10 tournaments for 4th thru 8th grade teams | 2nd-5th grade: end of season tournament 6th-12th grade: TBD |
| Additional Tournaments | Teams can sign up for add'l tournaments at the discretion and expense of the team | None |
| Weekend Commitment | Typically Saturdays and Sundays | 2nd-8th grade: Saturdays 9th-12th grade: Sundays |
| Practices | 2 per week throughout the season, mandatory attendance | 1 per week throughout the season, mandatory attendance |
| Coaches | All head coaches are selected through an interview process and/ or previous results and feedback with the WGBA. Preference is for the best coach possible. | All coaches are parent volunteers. |
| Parent Volunteer Requirements | Parents (except parent head coaches) are required to work 3 hours per travel player at the Wayzata Classic tournament or pay a $300 fee. | None |
| Uniform Costs | Not included in registration fee | Included in registration fee |
All information on this page is subject to change. If you have any questions, please email wayzataGBA@gmail.com.