The Westman Youth Basketball Association (WYBA) has opened registration for its 2026 Skill Development Program, an eight-week fall training opportunity for boys and girls from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
The program will run from Tuesday, September 8 through Thursday, October 29, 2026, at St. Augustine School, located at 330 3rd Street in Brandon, Manitoba. Eight weekly skill sessions will be offered to novice, intermediate and advanced players.
The updated program format aligns with Canada Basketball’s Long-Term Athlete Development model and will help participants strengthen fundamental skills, including shooting, dribbling, passing and defence. Players will also learn team concepts through 3-on-3 small-sided games, providing more ball touches, improved spacing, increased movement and additional opportunities to apply their skills in game-like situations.
Tuesday Boys’ Sessions — September 8 to October 27
- Boys in Grades 4 to 7: 6:00 to 7:20 p.m.
- Boys in Grades 8 and 9: 7:20 to 8:40 p.m.
- Boys in Grades 10 to 12: 8:40 to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday Co-ed and Girls’ Sessions — September 10 to October 29
- Co-ed Kindergarten to Grade 3: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
- Girls in Grades 4 to 8: 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
- Girls in Grades 9 to 12: 8:30 to 10:00 p.m.
The early-bird registration fee is $150 until Friday, July 31. The regular registration fee is $175. The fee includes all eight skill sessions, player insurance, coaching and gym rental expenses.
Space is limited in each division. Registration will remain open until Saturday, September 12, or until the applicable group reaches capacity.
Players and families can register at WYBA.ca.
Questions about the program can be directed to wybamanitoba@gmail.com.
Source: Westman Youth Basketball Association (@wybamanitoba)
