FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is the mailing address for Wellesley Youth Basketball?
A: The mailing address is 43 Northgate Road, Wellesley, MA 02481. Payment should be sent to this address after completing online registration..

Q: When do the teams practice?
A: Each team has a weekly one hour practice Monday-Friday between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m.  These practices are set based on the coaches availability. 

Q: When are games played?
A: Games are played on Saturdays between the hours of 8:15 and 5:00 p.m. Please arrive at the gym at the game time specified on your schedule.  There is no space available for warming up prior to that scheduled time.

Q: When will I find out my child’s team assignment?
A: Coaches meet in early January to pick balanced teams. Once practice schedules are finalized by the director, your child will be contacted directly by their coach. This usually occurs in early February.

Q: Can I request that my child be placed on a team with a specific friend?
A: No, due to the large number of participants (over 600), we are not able to accommodate requests for specific teammates. We encourage parents to reinforce with their children the value of making new friends and meeting new children from other schools.

Q: May I request a specific practice night and time?
A: No, but you may request a full refund if you are placed on a team with a practice time that you are unable to fit into your schedule if the registrar has been previously made aware of your potential conflict.

Q: What is the deadline for registration?
A: All children registering before December 10th are guaranteed placement on a team. At that time the determination of the number of teams in each grade and gender group is made according to the number of children in each grade and gender group registered. There must be an even number of teams competing in each group. After the number of teams is determined we will continue to take registrations only in groups where there is space available.  We do maintain a wait list for closed groups.

Q: Is there a need for coaches?
A: YES. If you have any interest please consider volunteering. Even if your schedule doesn’t permit volunteering as a head coach, please consider volunteering as an assistant. This is a great way to help out while spending time with your child. Please indicate your interest on the registration form. A coaches clinic will be held before the season begins.

Q: Are there other volunteer opportunities?

A. Yes. The Board of WYB uses volunteers to help us monitor our games.  The volunteer would be responsible for making sure the games begin on time and run smoothly and would help the coaches oversee the referees. If you are interested in helping out for 3 hours on at least one Saturday, please volunteer on the registration form.

Q: Who can I call if I have further questions?
A: Please call the WYB phone line at 781-237-5086 and leave a message. Your call will be returned promptly.