The Winnipeg Minor Basketball Association (WMBA), in partnership with Elevate, has announced the return of the WMBA x ELEVATE 3x3 Youth Summer League for July and August 2026, bringing fast-paced outdoor basketball, elite skill development, and flexible summer programming opportunities to youth across Winnipeg.
Designed for players ages 8-17, the program combines the excitement of 3x3 basketball with high-level coaching from university and professional athletes, creating an engaging environment focused on player development, confidence, and fun.
The league will operate at multiple outdoor community court locations throughout Winnipeg, including Garden City, Corydon, Whyte Ridge, Dakota, Oxford Heights, and Kirkfield Westwood Community Centres.
The WMBA x ELEVATE 3x3 Summer League continues to grow as one of Winnipeg’s premier summer basketball development opportunities, offering athletes a chance to stay active, sharpen their skills, and compete in a flexible format that works for families during the busy summer months.
Players will benefit from the unique advantages of the internationally recognized 3x3 game format, which promotes more ball touches, faster decision-making, increased offensive opportunities, and greater player involvement throughout every game.
League organizers noted that the program emphasizes both development and accessibility, with no team practices required and flexible attendance options available for families managing vacations and summer schedules.
Program highlights include:
- 40% more touches, shots, passes, and decision-making opportunities
- Fast-paced half-court 3x3 gameplay
- Elite skills training sessions led by experienced athletes and coaches
- Balanced team creation with WMBA-provided coaches
- Teams consisting of 4-6 players to maximize participation
- Outdoor summer basketball atmosphere at community-based courts across Winnipeg
Key dates for the 2026 season include:
- Registration Deadline: Friday, June 26, 2026
- Skill Sessions Begin: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
- Game Nights Begin: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- Playoffs: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 (weather permitting)
Outdoor court locations include:
- Dakota Community Centre — 1188 Dakota Street
- Whyte Ridge Community Centre — 170 Fleetwood Road
- Kirkfield Westwood Community Centre — 165 Sansome Avenue
- Corydon Community Centre — 1170 Corydon Avenue
- Oxford Heights Community Centre — 359 Dowling Avenue East
- Garden City Community Centre — 725 Kingsbury Avenue
The full league registration fee is $210 per player and includes:
- Reversible WMBA x ELEVATE jersey
- Seven weeks of skill sessions and games
- Playoff tournament participation
- Championship shirts and medals
- Coaching, game management, and media content coverage
A Skills-Only option is also available for $175 per player. Players in the 10U boys and girls divisions may register for Tuesday skill sessions only, while older athletes interested exclusively in skills training may contact WMBA directly for registration assistance.
Participants register individually, with the option to request teammates during registration. WMBA will build balanced teams and provide coaches for all groups.