TCYBA Philosophy

TCYBA has been structured based upon the Sport for Life Long-term Development Model.

Due to specific situations throughout the league and some progressive game modification implementations designed to benefit payer's experience with TCYBA some variations have been made but for the most part TCYBA adheres to the following philosophy and principals.

The Tri-City Youth Basketball Philosophy

The program is administered by members of the local community and allows for consideration of specific community needs
The program is designed as a participant-centred, resource supported program administered for youth
The program’s foundation is the teaching of basketball fundamentals in a fun, positive environment
The program is designed for players from Kindergarten to Grade 8. (Older players can participate in enhanced programming)
All players receive equal playing and practice time (subject to attendance, discipline, etc.)
Weekly practice guidelines are no less than one practice for every game
Team parity is a goal for all leagues (local considerations may be a variable)
Scorekeeping and individual statistics are discouraged before the age of 10
Metro, elite, all-star teams are not sanctioned until at least the 12 year old level

Benefits of Tri-City Youth Basketball

Member of a philosophically sound, well researched program
TCYBA reversible jersey and shorts
Codes of conduct for all involved — “respecting the game”
Member of Basketball BC including supplementary insurance coverage